Posts

Showing posts from July, 2015

Secrets of the Best Small House Plans

Image
What, exactly, are small house plans? The general definition of a small house is one that is less than 1,500 square feet. But "small house" is actually a very relative term...to some, that means 300 square feet, and to others, it means 3,000 square feet! The bottom line, though, is that small house plans should meet your needs to a "T" and maximize every inch of space for those needs. But what are your needs? This is something you must determine before embarking on a search for an existing plan, or commissioning an architect or draftsman to create a custom plan for you. Some questions to ask yourself include: 1. How many bedrooms do I need? 2. How many bathrooms do I need? 3. What are my storage needs? 4. What is my budget? If you are living in this house year-round, you need to make sure you have space for all of your necessities. Now, the word "necessity" means something different for everyone. Is it a necessity to have a walk-in closet? ...

Your home, Our dream!

Image
Here's presenting some of the best renderings from the design table of Paddy Engineering Consultants ltd, Your home, Our dream! For more info: Address: 19/21, Adeola Adeoye str., off Mobolaji Bank-Anthony way, Olowu, Ikeja, Lagos Tel: 2348055767231/2348034646220 Email: paddyengineering@gmail.com, info@paddyengineering.com

Cost Estimation of Construction Projects

Image
Cost estimation of construction projects is a very complex process containing many variable factors. This skill is not easily acquired. Proper study, training and experience are needed to become proficient in construction project cost estimating. There are several categories that can have significant impacts on project costs. The estimator should be aware of them and properly evaluate their effects, prior to finalizing the cost estimate. Following points helps in project cost estimating: 1) Similar Projects: The best references for cost estimation are similar projects. Final cost items and related expenses of similar projects helps in estimation which are invaluable. 2) Material Costs: Costs for materials and supplies, plus shipping charges are required prior to starting estimation process. 3) Wage Rates: Local labour rates or as specified by local government is taken for calculation of labour costs for project. 4) Site Conditions: Project site conditions that can inc...

How To Check The Structural Stability Of Your Foundation And causes Of weak Foundations

Foundation is the most important part of the building, and needs adequate attention for you to be able to sleep in your house with your eyes closed. For a built building especially after few years, you need to recheck and ascertain all is well. These are some of the things you check for; 1 Settlement- Every house do settle without exception especially when it is newly built, but the effect is more noticeable after a few years of completion. The severity of the settlement is based on a couple of factors, like how well the house was designed and built, attention to details and others. Settlement can be very noticeable in some houses when one side visually begins to settle, which will require urgent attention before the house finally collapse, the attention of a structural engineer is required here. Beams and other measures may have to be introduced on that foundation for the house to be saved. 2 Cracks- Cracks may also be noticeable in some building foundations, this may be cause...

Design Presentation

Image
Let us help you design your dream home. Contact us today Paddy Engineering Consultants 19/21 Adeola Adeoye Street, Off Olowu, Ikeja, Lagos. Whatsapp: 234-8034646220 Email: paddyengineering@gmail.com info@paddyengineering.com