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Old builder's tale:daxt0r wrote:Strugglerzinc wrote:daxt0r wrote:looking to block up an some builders ive been talking to say go with the 4" concrete block instead of the normal clay block as it works out same or cheaper. any recommendations, pros and cons?
Probably because you don't strictly need to plaster concrete blocks if done extremely neatly. No matter how neat, you will see block face/lines when not plastered so if that is a consideration, be aware. I personally think that look is for outside rather than interior walls.
Also if you need to do electrical in those walls, concrete blocks are a beyotch to work with. The electrician will almost certainly charge more.
thx didn't think of the electrical side. In terms of strength is there anything difference or is it just a cosmetic/preference thing?
AlliDr wrote:Good day Tuners,
Just a warning for anyone doing new construction, ppl are stealing the electrical armored cable off your private poles before you get T&TEC connection. Mine was stolen yesterday morning around 3am (picked up on the neighbors cctv) from Gopaul Lands, Marabella, the T&TEC inspection was also yesterday They took the 20ft piece from the meter to the top of the pole and tried taking out the piece from the meter to the house that runs underground - couldn't get it out so cut off 4ft. so I still have to replace that piece as well.
This also happed to a friend of mine three months ago building a house in Oropouche, so be aware get a watchman/security if possible.
I made a police report and they said there is nothing they can do and I should get a watchman/security they didn't even ask to see/review the neighbors cctv footage.
Them MC pestsAbstractPoetic wrote:AlliDr wrote:Good day Tuners,
Just a warning for anyone doing new construction, ppl are stealing the electrical armored cable off your private poles before you get T&TEC connection. Mine was stolen yesterday morning around 3am (picked up on the neighbors cctv) from Gopaul Lands, Marabella, the T&TEC inspection was also yesterday They took the 20ft piece from the meter to the top of the pole and tried taking out the piece from the meter to the house that runs underground - couldn't get it out so cut off 4ft. so I still have to replace that piece as well.
This also happed to a friend of mine three months ago building a house in Oropouche, so be aware get a watchman/security if possible.
I made a police report and they said there is nothing they can do and I should get a watchman/security they didn't even ask to see/review the neighbors cctv footage.
So so very sorry to hear this. Lots of that going on right now. I know it will cost you more, but definitely get the security in place before you invest more money on your property. I had to do same to protect renovations to my home.
AlliDr wrote:Good day Tuners,
Just a warning for anyone doing new construction, ppl are stealing the electrical armored cable off your private poles before you get T&TEC connection. Mine was stolen yesterday morning around 3am (picked up on the neighbors cctv) from Gopaul Lands, Marabella, the T&TEC inspection was also yesterday They took the 20ft piece from the meter to the top of the pole and tried taking out the piece from the meter to the house that runs underground - couldn't get it out so cut off 4ft. so I still have to replace that piece as well.
This also happed to a friend of mine three months ago building a house in Oropouche, so be aware get a watchman/security if possible.
I made a police report and they said there is nothing they can do and I should get a watchman/security they didn't even ask to see/review the neighbors cctv footage.
pugboy wrote:saw one of these installed on tragarete road installed recently, very elegant
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrEyMo8IEJY
VexXx Dogg wrote:pugboy wrote:saw one of these installed on tragarete road installed recently, very elegant
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrEyMo8IEJY
very cool! Requires some skill and precision to work fluidly.
In TT, I suppose it cheaper to do a garage type gate (vertical roller type).
Phone Surgeon wrote:AbstractPoetic wrote:Where is the best place to get modern ideas for recess and pillar lighting for outdoors? Looking to change it up for my perimeter wall and interior planters.
in the usa where you are
buy it and send it down
almost everything you see locally that even looks kind of nice is very expensive and shitty quality
Rayden6 wrote:is it wise to put 1\4 inch steel between blocks on wall corners to cast into wall stiffeners?
Depends of several factors, after plans leave tcpd the corp forwards to CMOH... This is where the real keep back is... Can take anywhere from months to years. Once cmoh approves it the corp does it's inspection and then assesses the plan to ensure all drawings correspond with each other as well as to make sure structural details are acceptable and input from other government agencies aren't required. If you need to resubmit drawings or your plan require corrections depending on the time of the month you may need to add another month to the timeline as typically the meeting for approval takes place during the second or third week of the month depending on the corporation. Approval time at the BI departments I've worked at range from 1-3 months after CMOH approvalVexXx Dogg wrote:so realistically - after TCPD approval, how long does Reg Corp approval take?
Couva/Tab/Talp specifically
Riabridge wrote:Hi,don't know who will be able to help me out with this but I have a concrete decking that was exposed for about 5 years to rain before it was covered.for the past while maybe about a few years ago,I noticed the decking swelling and the concrete falling of in many different areas.also now the beams have started swelling out In patches and the concrete falling off.the exposed steal is very rusty as well.
Any 1 has any advise on what should be used to fix this.some1 told us that we may need to knock out all suspected swelling,treat the steal and then plaster it back .any suggestions or better options will be greatly appreciated.
matix wrote:Riabridge wrote:Hi,don't know who will be able to help me out with this but I have a concrete decking that was exposed for about 5 years to rain before it was covered.for the past while maybe about a few years ago,I noticed the decking swelling and the concrete falling of in many different areas.also now the beams have started swelling out In patches and the concrete falling off.the exposed steal is very rusty as well.
Any 1 has any advise on what should be used to fix this.some1 told us that we may need to knock out all suspected swelling,treat the steal and then plaster it back .any suggestions or better options will be greatly appreciated.
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Jerry84 wrote:Looking for bathroom mixer tap for a bathroom I'm building. The picture attached is the inspiration for the build.
What reputable brand should I use? Where can I get it and what is a good budget?
Much thanks for the advice IMG-20220724-WA0027.jpg
Jerry84 wrote:Looking for bathroom mixer tap for a bathroom I'm building. The picture attached is the inspiration for the build.
What reputable brand should I use? Where can I get it and what is a good budget?
Much thanks for the advice IMG-20220724-WA0027.jpg
SuperiorMan wrote:Jerry84 wrote:Looking for bathroom mixer tap for a bathroom I'm building. The picture attached is the inspiration for the build.
What reputable brand should I use? Where can I get it and what is a good budget?
Much thanks for the advice IMG-20220724-WA0027.jpg
Where you get that wood flooring from?
I bought some 10" wide bamboo planking like that at Lowes about three years ago. They still carry it. They will deliver or you can pick up in-store.SuperiorMan wrote:Oops nevermind then.
adnj wrote:I bought some 10" wide bamboo planking like that at Lowes about three years ago. They still carry it. They will deliver or you can pick up in-store.SuperiorMan wrote:Oops nevermind then.
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