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bit.ly/31myGU4The building construction industry is one industry that constantly evolves.
Time and time again new construction methodologies are being introduced, the old ones are be done away with. This post is about building your house and the best way to do it, and while some should be avoided. So no matter how broke you think you are, there is something I always say, "something done correctly the first time, will not be repeated and by so doing it saves you cost."
BUNGALOWS:
In this particular type of construction, the walls are raised to the roofing level, before the floors are constructed. This is one sure way of spending almost 50% of your initial construction cost within the next five years on repairs.
What to expect: (i) moist walls(peeling paints, whitish stains on walls), cracks, sinking floors, very cold floors, humid air in the home, which of course is bad for health.
 Remedies:
(1) Insist that the ground floor is constructed first before the walls are formed.
(2) Use hollow blocks when constructing your house.
(3) Cement sand paste mix for plastering be of adequate mix ratio.
(4) Beam construction round the full building perimeter, in place of window lintels only.
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In our next post we'll discuss the construction of multi-story buildings.

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The Rise of 3D

In recent times there has been need 4 technological advancements in the construction industry that will enable a drastic reduction in construction time and reduce cost overruns. This will allow clients get great value for little and china, has been at the forefront of these technological advancements. In a recent post here, a picture of a water closet with an attached wash hand sink, the purpose for the wash hand sink, it is needed to reduce the amount of water being wasted.
Now there has been another breakthrough when it comes to interior decoration in Construction. They're referred to as wallpapers, but this time around, 3D wallpapers.

The above are pictures of apartments, with these materials installed on.

Technology in the construction industry.

Why buildings fail and why they cost much in constructing

The prevalence of pseudo-professionals in building design is a major reason why building standards are not upheld in Nigeria. Rather than employ professional Builders to design buildings, people would rather hire Computer Aided Design (CAD) experts who lack the requisite training, just to save money. It’s like hiring a paralegal to defend you in court, in lieu of a trained lawyer; you shouldn’t be surprised when you end up in jail.
Until 2006, Nigeria lacked formal regulations or standards for the design, construction and maintenance of buildings. The widespread use of sub-standard building materials and employment of non-professionals resulted in incessant reports of structural failure in the country.

Building regulations and standards are important because they give minimum safety and quality requirements that builders must follow.

Dampness in building

Damp is one of the last things we want to face at home. It doesn’t matter if we’re a homeowner or a renter, it’s not a good thing. It can make a room feel cold, unwelcoming and unhealthy, and at worst it can mean structural or weatherproofing issues.

Luckily, damp can often be treated and prevented without calling in the professionals. There are also easy signs to keep an eye out for that might indicate a problem, and simple things you can try to stop it from appearing.

Rising damp usually occurs in older homes (early 20th century or older). In modern properties, damp-proof courses are built into the footings and foundations of a home. These help to provide a barrier between the moist soil below the house, and the habitable areas above. In older properties however, damp-proof courses may be less substantial or not part of the construction. This means that brick walls can absorb moisture from the ground below, allowing damp to rise into the floors above. The addition of modern plaster, insulation, windows and doors in more recent years may also have weakened the building’s ability to breathe, trapping moisture in the walls.

What are the signs to look out for?

Cold, damp surfaces and mould growth in the external corners of ground-floor rooms. Cold walls and floors, as well as a musty smell.

How to fix this

For homes with considerable rising damp, installing a modern damp-proof course is the best solution. Whilst this can be an expensive option, it will help to prevent any further deterioration of the building and reduce the need for preventative measures in future. Consult an expert to find out the best option for your home and budget. Where symptoms are milder, rising damp can be managed in a similar way to issues caused by condensation.

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