COST OF BUILDING IN GHANA_FOUNDATION PART2

Hi Guys,
In this video we talk about what goes into the foundation sub-structure of the building, how to monitor progress on site and what questions to ask as the work progresses.
Most importantly, we also share some typical budget details to assist others who have a similar dream.
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[@tequishamcdearmon9152]

Your channel have the most comprehensive information regarding building a home! 🇬🇭❤️

[@kingstal90]

Thanks very much. We were not sure at first as sometimes people don't like too much detail. But its necessary to avoid problems. Thanks very much for your feedback. Bless You !

[@mcmill4403]

Very true

[@Indowaindowa]

I have been binge watching these videos, because they are just that good. I have no plan to build yet in Africa, but when i am ready i will be well informed and confident to proceed. I appreciate the time, education and skills you both are putting into these videos. Keep up the good work.

[@kingstal90]

Thanks very much

[@winifredashong8745]

Good stuff. Lots to think about when I start with mine. My builder gave me an estimation of a similar figure and I though I was beeing ripped off but your video has given me some peace of mind. Extremely educative. Keep up the good work!!

[@kingstal90]

I'm glad it has

[@GiftyOsei-Tutu]

Thank you for sharing, May you be blessed and highly favoured.

[@BORNFREE876]

🇯🇲 In America the damp-proof is called vapor-barrier.
As an added barrier but mandatory for structures built on soil of high water-table, pitch/asphalt is painted on the outside perimeter of the foundation from footing up.
The damp-proof is then paste on followed by the backfill/soil.
This would be particularly useful in Ghana as per heavy rainfall during rainy seasons.

[@kingstal90]

Thanks for the comment

[@believeinyourimage2341]

You guys are just great, and I pray for blessings upon you for doing such great work in explaining what it takes to build a house. My wife and I are starting ours in Kenya during summer, and your educative videos have been God sent to us.

[@kingstal90]

Wow... Thanks Very Much
Glad the videos helped you build in Kenya
That's really great
Bless You.

[@artel6225]

Brilliant just brilliant

[@kingstal90]

Glad you enjoyed it
Welcome to Asher and Gad

[@brightkobe]

Thanks for sharing guys

[@kingstal90]

Thanks for watching!

[@estheroppong4782]

These programs are really helpful because we’ve been duped for a long time, thank you 🙏🏾.

[@kingstal90]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kojomensah7474]

Since you have gone through this experience you can now become a site manager for others who is looking to build their homes what say the both of you??

[@maxmegroup]

Hey Asher & Gad! Amazing content you're sharing. These insights are informative. Starting a project here in Ghana pretty soon!

[@kingstal90]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@shelisshepp-nduom3803]

You really explained the purpose of the plastic sheet well. I really was not sure why this was needed. I’ve seen the damage you showed in apartments and thought it was from a flood.

[@kingstal90]

Glad it was helpful

[@l.e.sparklesfkaelliesparkl5875]

Good detail

[@kingstal90]

Thanks!

[@goodyear3442]

Madam thanks very much you are asking the necessary questions on our behalf..

[@kingstal90]

It's my pleasure

[@kwesiimmanuel7858]

Very straight forward instructions. Thanks again.

[@AllInone-sr3mk]

Hi,I am watching from South Africa, I love the details description of everything you provided on your channel. Please how did you get your architecture design ? through watching your videos I recently purchased 2plot in Kumasi and I'm yet to go through the process. I want exactly like yours plan.Thank you for everything.

[@dianenjuh1552]

Thks guys so much

[@ibrahimanyas4727]

Good one there

[@kingstal90]

Thanks

[@nanao8536]

Mixing ratio: 1 part cement 3 parts sand 6 parts stone and gravel……👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿 100mm thickness

[@wtfdiarysmyjourney2189]

I cannot thank you both enough. I am sending all the positive love and vibrations I can your way. You have made it so much easier to understand and practical. Do you design electric and plumbing for people like you have in your own home?

[@cjwill74]

Great video, you guys really give information plain and through. Thank you!
Question: you talked about the “damp proof membrane “ but I don’t see a price in your budget. How much was it per square feet? Thank you in advance for your answer.

[@kingstal90]

Thanks for your comment. Good Spot - Unfortunately, I do not have that cost, but will try and find out for you if I can. Bless

[@junity1]

Impressive ,impressive and impressive indeed !
Loved the general presentation and especially and most importantly, the cost per square meter.
Do you have cost per square meter for the super structure or cost per square meter from foundation to roof ?
Thank you.

[@kingstal90]

Thank you very much! - yes the cost per square meter is a useful metric. Didn't do the other calcs

[@issifuacheampong2877]

Very good information. I wanted to know the best way to apply the damp proof membrane. Some builders spread it on the entire foundation whereas others simply apply it along the foundation walls. Is it okay to just lay the membrane along the foundation walls where the blocks are going to be laid? Thank you

[@kingstal90]

You can also get rising damp through the floor, especially around the interface between the floor and the wall. But agreed that it is more common on walls. I personally would not take the risk. At the same time it also depends on where your building is located. Is it dry/rocky land or land that typically has alot of water?

[@nanao8536]

@@kingstal90 My contractor applied damp proof membrane along the foundation walls. He told me we don’t need it on the entire foundation because the land is very rock and it’s not a land with water. Is he right??

[@enethodgkins3678]

Thank you so much.

[@kakfynn]

So helpful

[@kingstal90]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Abeede32]

Hi Guys, I am learning a lot of information from your vlog.
If one buys a piece of land with the foundation done with no damp proof membrane seen, can the membrane be laid on the concrete and the concrete re done please? Also is the membrane cut as a whole continous sheet according to the size it will cover or is it in strips that are laid next to each other or overlap? Thanks

[@kojomensah7474]

Thanks you

[@ohenebarima7151]

How do I contact you? You're an inspiration. Would love to get in touch

[@mawdoe8150]

Great video, really informative, thank you! We have been advised to use 150 mm with additional mesh in our concrete slab for a 2 storey building, do you think this is excessive?

[@nuhujimah6039]

Maw if you’re looking to build in about next year I’ll like you to check out standard way of pouring footing and slap for 2 story in accordance with ICC(International Construction Code) which may save you a lots of money, but if you’re start this year I can send you some link to watch the video to help you.

[@shazilahmed9532]

Please why didn't you install the plumbing before casting in at this stage?

[@kingstal90]

We did, think I mentioned it in part 1 or one of the other videos

[@shazilahmed9532]

@@kingstal90 alright thanks

[@afrogeekchick]

Do you have a template in excel you can share for each stage of building?

[@kingstal90]

Thanks for your comment - Not at this moment in time. but it is on my to do list. Stay in Touch for it. Bless

[@estheroppong4782]

I couldn’t find the part one.

[@kingstal90]

Part 1 link below. Would love to know your comments:
th-cam.com/video/Rxy1sZyKkKA/w-d-xo.html

[@nevergaveupinlife3532]

We are having a 3 building self contain house, in which we want to convert it into apartment of 7 bedroom, 3down 2 up. One of the problem we're having now is the foundation of 3bedroom self contain is already constructed 3yrs. So I'm seeking for advice about how we can convert it.

[@nuhujimah6039]

Hi I thought I should help you out with the little Building and Construction knowledge I have.
The way footings and slabs are done in Ghana I’ll not advice you building extra weight on the 3 bedroom foundation. Best to demolish and start all afresh for safety. If there are pillars at the corners and few in the internal joints then it may have a bit of integrity to hold the second slab of the structure. Best to ask a structure engineer to check the building to confirm. Hope my 2cents help a bit

[@themotivatortv]

Sir please can you tell me how much does excavators check for excavating per cubic meter

[@korluwolobah-kuyon5321]

Please go back and watch Part 1 of the video, thanks.

[@glenfordnicholas1882]

How much feet is your house in width and length.

[@joellemweru2189]

Hi
Please tell me how much the foundation is in dollars

[@dianenjuh1552]

How can we contact you ?

[@kingstal90]

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