Thanks for sharing your experience with your home build… taking copious notes. The ‘fixes’ look great…. Your keen eye and cool head get you what you want and need of your build project.
Thank you sir, doesn't feel cool sometimes. Patience of working with children in education has given me the ability to take it down a few notches if needed. I will say, the engineer that came out to do the retake, was a breath of fresh air to work with!
Lol, you sadly may be correct. I have been told that it will be addressed as soon as rainy season lets up. I am trusting it will. I do not believe it is 4" thick and I also believe the rebar was just laid on the ground. It truly looks 10 years old at this point. If and when it gets addressed, I will detail it's construction as I will be here when the second version is done.
Re wood eating pests, termites are the most common and you're best bet against them is a full treatment of the property, we did ours once 14 years ago and we havent had any termite problems since.
The house continues to look great. The fix for the vent hood must have been driving you bonkers until it was done. Look at it this way. They may have seen or installed ovens or vent hoods with a hidden, or hard wired power. Now they know, so you upped their game! Maybe you’ll get a commission on their future kitchen renovations…lol Keep up the good work. I love your home 🏡
Yes sir Rob, it is my intention to do a detailed wrap up with budgeted and actual costs. Just can't say for certain exactly when it will be ready to do. Hopefully not to far out!
“Glad” to see that NQR is still alive and well since I lived and worked in the RP in 1990’s. 😅. Very informative video and chance for some to learn from others who’ve been down the home build road ahead of us.
After marrying a philipina from Cebu I’ve had many things built but it’s hard to get builders that are very good but if you get to know mechanics from the city that know construction they will do a great job
Good effort Rick I'll be surprised if they return now. If you've withheld final payment, then you may be in luck though.. fingers crossed. I've carpentry in our kitchen, loungeroom, bedroom cupboards albeit chipboard, including real wood Thai day bed and no termites after 7 years so again, fingers crossed. I've wood fixed to my perimeter fence for external taps, and they're being slowly eaten away. Anything just laying on the ground - essentially gone.. The bidet's they almost nearly 100% always leak. I've had 100% expensive chrome/ copper ones and the cheap as plastic chrome ones and unfortunately for me at least, the cheap ones last. We go through the reinforced hoses annually as here, rubber hose wrapped in stainless braid. The rubber perishes.. My pool we sealed with a special rubber based compound over the concrete, then tiled. At least you identified the cause of your water loss and easily rectified. We had a slow leak for 4 years before I found the causes and fixed myself. I couldn't get a pool builder to come and fix for me. Took me 2 weeks and 1 labourer for help. Anyway, your home is looking good considering the trials & tribulations. Cheers from Thailand
Good to hear from you my Thai friend! I do still have about 5% withheld, waiting to hear the final plan for correction. The new engineer has been very attentive to trying to get it all wrapped up. Just have to trust he will follow through. That's encouraging on the cabinets. I hit the foundation pretty regular with a pesticide, just hoping it will minimize any future issues. From the sounds of your experience, we might have a chance. Yep, bidet's are a new thing for this American boy, but I absolutely love 'em! And yes, I have had leaking issues in almost every home we have lived in here and in every CR. Super bummed to hear about your pool issue, but blessing you got it resolved. I can't tell you what a relief it's been these past two weeks, not having to add water to the pool. It's a big deal. Jenn and I have to get to Thailand in the near future. Neither of us have ever been. Let me know where you would suggest we spend our first trip to that beautiful country!
Well, in fact that is what I wanted to begin with, but after the builder showed me what building a more natural structure that fit in better, I was financially forced to build what they can build the cheapest and that is a modern bungalow. We are trying to bring some natural elements into the home though. We added a bamboo bolo wall around the property and trying to bring some more natural wood furnishings in as well. Thanks for watching!
I did try the neighbor a few meters away and then 10 meters away, but I really love solitude and beauty. Hard to enjoy with the sounds of the city. Frogs croaking in sync with each other, is a really cool thing Michaela!
I just found your channel the other day. My wife is from cuyapo. I stayed there for 6 months in 2015. Then I was back in 2019. We love your house. We will buy a home there already an fix it up!
That would be great! My wife will be back in a few months. I don't know when I'll be back but love to have coffee with you guys! I actually roast coffee for Starbucks here in York Pennsylvania. Till then I'll be watching!
Hey James, our contractor did a little bit better than two inches, but probably not a whole lot better. We have come out of two earthquakes though with zero damage. Keeping my fingers crossed!
Nothing better than experience to teach us. That simple fly strip is doing a hell of a job catching flies! I watch videos like yours to educate myself and for entertainment. Thank for giving us the opportunity to benefit from your journey and experiences. I think if I ever had anything built in the Philippines I would visit the Mormon church and ask them who their contractor was because I know the would’ve insisted things be done right and not Filipino style.
@@lennyclark1998 Hey Lenny, that was land and house included. That has gone up to around $120 since I made that vlog. We have made many improvements since then. It's really incredible what you can have for the money you pay in the Philippines. Anything even close to similar in the US would be $800k plus.
@@rickeybaker9066 I really appreciate your reply. Your video was awesome. I’m married to a Filipino. She’s coming to America for 5 years, then we are planning to possibly move to Palawan, buy land and build a house
Thanks guys! I actually I had hoped the builder would do exactly as you stated, as is common in the US. Unfortunately, not common here. I have been picking up construction debris since we moved in. It might be Christmas before I get it all up off the ground 🤣🤣
My English husband and I are property developers here in the UK and I've noticed that most of the houses in Philippines are half-done! I notice EVERY SINGLE THING from plastering, tiling, where the electrics should go and even when we go to hotels, I cannot help myself but to check the works. We bought an octagon shaped beach house in Aklan and have had some works done with it, most went smoothly but some workers just do not care. I put it as 1. just getting the minimum done 2. they have never had a meticulous job like doing a beach house (which should be super water-tight) 3. they're house is sh!t and they don't emphasize on the minute details.
Well, as we would say in Texas, "You hit that nail on the head" . Finishing work is not a thing here apparently. We appreciate you watching and I know you love hanging out in Aklan! We are going next month for Jenn's birthday.
The infinite pool is super amazing. I would love to know how I can get the sketch so I can give to my architect to design. Great project overall. Well done!
Thanks for watching! Don't have a sketch, but I can certainly describe it. Email me at principalbake@gmail.com and I will be glad to tell you in writing how I designed it.
Everything looks great. I do have a weird question and if you already addressed this I apologize. May I ask why there are no screens in the windows? I have noticed this in other home videos as well.
Well Eric, that is an excellent question and I have mentioned in a few of the vlogs, why that is. Just can't tell you exactly which vlogs 😂. Bottomline, my builder told me these awning type windows could not have screens. Needless to say, I did not believe that and we just uploaded a vlog that shows us installing screens on all of our windows and doors. Problem solved 😉.
Just started seeing your videos, mostly from watching your cost of living video first, as we may move there at some point. While watching the construction video then this one, I am wondering, do they not have residential building code and inspectors that have to sign off along the way to ensure at least the most important things structurally and mechanically are up to snuff?
Great question! And the answer is not as straight forward unfortunately. There are building standards here and most architects are trained in those standards. Where it gets a little sideways is when it comes to the actual build. Take our build for example. The Architect should have secured building permits with the Municipality and gotten approval from the Engineering office before proceeding with the build, but he did not. Additionally there is no follow up, so what the Architect approves with the Engineers on paper, that's as far as it goes. No inspectors coming out at various stages of structural, plumbing, electrical etc. It basically all relies on the Architect doing what is in the drawings. Unfortunately that does not always happen. Best to have some basic knowledge of building practices here and be on site as much as possible. Hope that helps brother!
It's been awhile since I saw what was being accomplished on your house build. By the looks of things a lot has been done with some more Punch work to be done. I will say it has been my experience since I have been associated with the Philippines over 45 years that outside of the Metro Manila area or NCR finish work has not been the strong suit of House builders. If you were not there to clarify and have them correct poor workmanship it would not have done at all.
You very possibly could be right Charles. In my case, I believe it came down to the site engineer. I say this because the finishes up to the turnover were like pulling teeth. Once that one area changed, it was amazing how quickly it came together. I can sum it up into one word "Experience". One had it, one didn't. My assessment of course. Thanks for watching Brother!
Those little nagging details are annoying! I'm happy that you are putting them to the test as probably most don't. I hope they learn and pass it on to the next home owner. Well done!
Sounds nice brother! I didn't have $500k to spend here, but I like what we got for what we spent. I think Jenn and I will have to vacation in one of your 9 bedrooms. You won't even know we are there 😂. Thanks for watching!
Was the wood they used on your cabinets ‘treated wood’ if so the bugs should leave it alone. If not, stock up on Raid. Best of luck. The house looks great 👍
You house is lovely. And those issues you experienced, I see that with construction here in the USA too. People here simply lack pride of work. Can you tell me the company who built your home and their contact information? Same for the Solar company? I am looking to build and need someone to work with. Cheers!
We appreciate your kind words. I will be happy to share who the contractor and solar installer was. Tritek Construction (you can search FB for their info) was the construction company. Let me be clear, I believe we acquired solid home construction, but be aware that our experience did not finish well. For that reason, I encourage you to watch the vlogs and head any warnings I shared. The solar company is LES Solar in Pangasinan. Also in FB. Again, our install experience was awesome! Since the install however, warranty work and repair work has been sorely lacking. So, choose carefully my friend!
You absolutely can ask, but I would beg your patience, as I do hope to do a wrap up vlog that will cover the details of the build to include budgeted and actual costs. I am hoping I can do that very soon.
We have one deep well, one 1HP pump and one 42 gallon pressure tank. I am considering adding another deep well with a submersible pump to take care of the outside gardening and landscaping. It will relieve a lot of use on our household pump.
The house and the solar system are both grounded. They use a standard two prong plug here. I am not sure why, but it is different than what I am used to.
I have a good friend that spent easily 1.5 million on his house and he has hundreds of problems with his place and that is here in the US. For the 1/10th the cost I would say your doing pretty darn good in comparison.
That's a great question and I have honestly never looked. But you prompted me to do so. We are sitting at 300ft above sea level. The front of our property is at 300ft and the back, by the spring is at about 260ft. So, not to drastic of a slope.
did the construction crew have a Forman? Coz he's the one responsible for the job site? It's a shame the job was completed with issues,,,,but it looks like you're almost done,,,good luck
Hey Ken! I suppose every builder has their own way of doing things. In our case, the job site had an engineer assigned to oversee, purchase materials and generally guide the various stages. Our engineer I believe was really good during the structural phases of the project, but seemed to be lacking in the finishing stage. Everything is getting resolved however, and we can see the light at the end of the tunnel!
@@rickeybaker9066 I am not sure about the Philippines, but in the US, companies will work with the costumer 'harder' if they see that they are being 'watched', if you know what I mean.
Not 100% sure what you are saying, but I think you are referring to the cabinets, where I said if the wood eating pests get to them, we will just replace. I'm really hopeful that it doesn't materialize. I am applying pesticides weekly to the foundation base, in hopes that I can prevent any future damage. Thanks for watching!
they had the chance to redeem themselves... and yet... they still did'nt do it properly... hahaha... the sad thing is, you just have to accept the fact that you are not going to get the thing you asked for... this i s what I call "band aid" mentality... you need to add roofing to your carport, just get an old tarpauline and let it hang on the side... there are holes to patch, just put tape or leave it and just get used to dust flying out until it runs out... and this kind of attitude of the Filipinos is the reason why i am not expecting our country to progress... yes, the economy will get better, people will have more money, there will be more buildings, infrastructure, cars, etc... but it will remain as dirty and poorly maintained... by the way... those wooden cabinets in the kitchen, especially the ones beneath the sink (bathroom sink too) and counter top where you do food prepping, if they get constantly wet, the wood will soften and warp and degrade... and the horizontal shelving inside will sag in time if you put heavy things on top of them...
Thanks for watching Kuya! Nope, no redemption on this project. Funny you should describe the lack of change here. My wife noticed it when we went to Thailand. It just sometimes all comes down to how you take care of what you already have. Yes, the cabinets are a concern and we are going to try to get as much out of them as we can, before having to replace them with a material that will hold up.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey! Hey! I'm from the States and I'm in the process of buying land in San Antonio, I could really use help with a fellow American when I start to build our home, is there a way we can communicate? I'm on IG and Facebook or reach out to me here. Thank you in Advance!
Hey Gerald! Absolutely, I would be happy to try to help you. Can you be a bit more specific about "San Antonio"? There are a thousand Barangay San Antonio's here in Luzon. I am not on IG, but I do have a Facebook page, don't use it, but I made it so I could use Messenger. You can send me a message request on Messenger and we can communicate there. It's under Rick Baker and it has the same pic of me in my dress blues. Look forward to hearing from you!
The house continues to look great. The fix for the vent hood must have been driving you bonkers until it was done. Look at it this way. They may have seen or installed ovens or vent hoods with a hidden, or hard wired power. Now they know, so you upped their game! Maybe you’ll get a commission on their future kitchen renovations…lol Keep up the good work. I love your home 🏡
Coz I’m back here and I see it 😂 💪🏻👍🏻😂
Gorgeous home, it's great you have such an eye for detail
Thanks guys, we are gradually getting it where we want it to be. Hope all is well with y'all in Boracay!
The house looks great, glad you're getting all the little things taken care of.
Thank you Dylan, appreciate you watching!
Thanks for sharing your experience with your home build… taking copious notes. The ‘fixes’ look great…. Your keen eye and cool head get you what you want and need of your build project.
Thank you sir, doesn't feel cool sometimes. Patience of working with children in education has given me the ability to take it down a few notches if needed. I will say, the engineer that came out to do the retake, was a breath of fresh air to work with!
Looking good brother 🤠
Nice. Design is pleasing.
Thank you, we are loving it here!
Thank you for the video.
Our pleasure. Thanks for watching!
Lookin' nice and comfy :)
Thanks brother, appreciate you watching!
Looks good
Thanks Ricky! Appreciate you watching, and Love the Name!
Nice house guys.
Thank you!
Good to see the cabinet around your vent hood was fixed. I hope your driveway is at least 4” thick with rebar. You might have to do a version 2.5. 🤞
Lol, you sadly may be correct. I have been told that it will be addressed as soon as rainy season lets up. I am trusting it will. I do not believe it is 4" thick and I also believe the rebar was just laid on the ground. It truly looks 10 years old at this point. If and when it gets addressed, I will detail it's construction as I will be here when the second version is done.
Re wood eating pests, termites are the most common and you're best bet against them is a full treatment of the property, we did ours once 14 years ago and we havent had any termite problems since.
Juan, you are absolutely right. I treat around the house every two weeks just to be on the safe side.
Good video!
Thank you Steven🙏
The house continues to look great. The fix for the vent hood must have been driving you bonkers until it was done.
Look at it this way. They may have seen or installed ovens or vent hoods with a hidden, or hard wired power. Now they know, so you upped their game! Maybe you’ll get a commission on their future kitchen renovations…lol
Keep up the good work. I love your home 🏡
I could only wish Karl 🤣. It really was a non issue for the Engineer that did the follow up. He came, he made no excuses and he conquered!
Excited to see the total cost including the land.
Yes sir Rob, it is my intention to do a detailed wrap up with budgeted and actual costs. Just can't say for certain exactly when it will be ready to do. Hopefully not to far out!
Hi sir/ma'am. this is nurse sam and finally I watched your vlogs😍😍😍 your house is so amazing😍 always take care!! Keep safe!
Thank you for watching! And thank you, we love being here. Appreciate your kindness while I was hanging out at Clark Medical!
“Glad” to see that NQR is still alive and well since I lived and worked in the RP in 1990’s. 😅. Very informative video and chance for some to learn from others who’ve been down the home build road ahead of us.
It's been an experience for sure. Hope whatever you decide to do in the future, goes well for you. Appreciate you watching sir!
After marrying a philipina from Cebu I’ve had many things built but it’s hard to get builders that are very good but if you get to know mechanics from the city that know construction they will do a great job
True, they are hard to find. What seems to be even more challenging it to get them to finish a project once it is started
Good effort Rick
I'll be surprised if they return now. If you've withheld final payment, then you may be in luck though.. fingers crossed.
I've carpentry in our kitchen, loungeroom, bedroom cupboards albeit chipboard, including real wood Thai day bed and no termites after 7 years so again, fingers crossed.
I've wood fixed to my perimeter fence for external taps, and they're being slowly eaten away. Anything just laying on the ground - essentially gone..
The bidet's they almost nearly 100% always leak. I've had 100% expensive chrome/ copper ones and the cheap as plastic chrome ones and unfortunately for me at least, the cheap ones last. We go through the reinforced hoses annually as here, rubber hose wrapped in stainless braid. The rubber perishes..
My pool we sealed with a special rubber based compound over the concrete, then tiled. At least you identified the cause of your water loss and easily rectified.
We had a slow leak for 4 years before I found the causes and fixed myself. I couldn't get a pool builder to come and fix for me. Took me 2 weeks and 1 labourer for help.
Anyway, your home is looking good considering the trials & tribulations.
Cheers from Thailand
Good to hear from you my Thai friend! I do still have about 5% withheld, waiting to hear the final plan for correction. The new engineer has been very attentive to trying to get it all wrapped up. Just have to trust he will follow through. That's encouraging on the cabinets. I hit the foundation pretty regular with a pesticide, just hoping it will minimize any future issues. From the sounds of your experience, we might have a chance. Yep, bidet's are a new thing for this American boy, but I absolutely love 'em! And yes, I have had leaking issues in almost every home we have lived in here and in every CR. Super bummed to hear about your pool issue, but blessing you got it resolved. I can't tell you what a relief it's been these past two weeks, not having to add water to the pool. It's a big deal. Jenn and I have to get to Thailand in the near future. Neither of us have ever been. Let me know where you would suggest we spend our first trip to that beautiful country!
In such a beautiful nature environment, it would be nice to see a design more traditional and organic that match the surround area
Well, in fact that is what I wanted to begin with, but after the builder showed me what building a more natural structure that fit in better, I was financially forced to build what they can build the cheapest and that is a modern bungalow. We are trying to bring some natural elements into the home though. We added a bamboo bolo wall around the property and trying to bring some more natural wood furnishings in as well. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the update. I enjoy your videos and all your efforts you make! @@rickbaker0217
I appreciate more that you have no nearby neighbours 😎
I did try the neighbor a few meters away and then 10 meters away, but I really love solitude and beauty. Hard to enjoy with the sounds of the city. Frogs croaking in sync with each other, is a really cool thing Michaela!
I just found your channel the other day. My wife is from cuyapo. I stayed there for 6 months in 2015. Then I was back in 2019. We love your house. We will buy a home there already an fix it up!
Thanks for watching James! When you get here, let us know and we can sit for a cup of coffee. Always nice to make new friends!
That would be great! My wife will be back in a few months. I don't know when I'll be back but love to have coffee with you guys! I actually roast coffee for Starbucks here in York Pennsylvania. Till then I'll be watching!
yes i agree they just pour concrete on the ground maybe be two inches if your lucky
Hey James, our contractor did a little bit better than two inches, but probably not a whole lot better. We have come out of two earthquakes though with zero damage. Keeping my fingers crossed!
@@rickbaker0217 the house looks great
Nothing better than experience to teach us. That simple fly strip is doing a hell of a job catching flies!
I watch videos like yours to educate myself and for entertainment. Thank for giving us the opportunity to benefit from your journey and experiences.
I think if I ever had anything built in the Philippines I would visit the Mormon church and ask them who their contractor was because I know the would’ve insisted things be done right and not Filipino style.
Hey Tom! Yes, that would probably do it . Good idea brother. And yes, those little fly strips do their job very well. Super cheap off of Lazada!
Beautiful home for 100k . You’re on top of your game . Good for you 👍🏻
Thank you sir, appreciate it!
@@rickeybaker9066 Beautiful house. Was that 100k for house and property or just the house.
@@lennyclark1998 Hey Lenny, that was land and house included. That has gone up to around $120 since I made that vlog. We have made many improvements since then. It's really incredible what you can have for the money you pay in the Philippines. Anything even close to similar in the US would be $800k plus.
@@rickeybaker9066 I really appreciate your reply. Your video was awesome. I’m married to a Filipino. She’s coming to America for 5 years, then we are planning to possibly move to Palawan, buy land and build a house
@@lennyclark1998 That's a good plan Lenny! Wish you and your bride nothing but the best in your journey brother!
Hi better house tour hooray. Drag magnets along construction debris areas. Get those finer metallic properties
Thanks guys! I actually I had hoped the builder would do exactly as you stated, as is common in the US. Unfortunately, not common here. I have been picking up construction debris since we moved in. It might be Christmas before I get it all up off the ground 🤣🤣
My English husband and I are property developers here in the UK and I've noticed that most of the houses in Philippines are half-done! I notice EVERY SINGLE THING from plastering, tiling, where the electrics should go and even when we go to hotels, I cannot help myself but to check the works. We bought an octagon shaped beach house in Aklan and have had some works done with it, most went smoothly but some workers just do not care. I put it as 1. just getting the minimum done 2. they have never had a meticulous job like doing a beach house (which should be super water-tight) 3. they're house is sh!t and they don't emphasize on the minute details.
Well, as we would say in Texas, "You hit that nail on the head" . Finishing work is not a thing here apparently. We appreciate you watching and I know you love hanging out in Aklan! We are going next month for Jenn's birthday.
The infinite pool is super amazing. I would love to know how I can get the sketch so I can give to my architect to design. Great project overall. Well done!
Thanks for watching! Don't have a sketch, but I can certainly describe it. Email me at principalbake@gmail.com and I will be glad to tell you in writing how I designed it.
Everything looks great. I do have a weird question and if you already addressed this I apologize. May I ask why there are no screens in the windows? I have noticed this in other home videos as well.
Well Eric, that is an excellent question and I have mentioned in a few of the vlogs, why that is. Just can't tell you exactly which vlogs 😂. Bottomline, my builder told me these awning type windows could not have screens. Needless to say, I did not believe that and we just uploaded a vlog that shows us installing screens on all of our windows and doors. Problem solved 😉.
Just started seeing your videos, mostly from watching your cost of living video first, as we may move there at some point. While watching the construction video then this one, I am wondering, do they not have residential building code and inspectors that have to sign off along the way to ensure at least the most important things structurally and mechanically are up to snuff?
Great question! And the answer is not as straight forward unfortunately. There are building standards here and most architects are trained in those standards. Where it gets a little sideways is when it comes to the actual build. Take our build for example. The Architect should have secured building permits with the Municipality and gotten approval from the Engineering office before proceeding with the build, but he did not. Additionally there is no follow up, so what the Architect approves with the Engineers on paper, that's as far as it goes. No inspectors coming out at various stages of structural, plumbing, electrical etc. It basically all relies on the Architect doing what is in the drawings. Unfortunately that does not always happen. Best to have some basic knowledge of building practices here and be on site as much as possible. Hope that helps brother!
It's been awhile since I saw what was being accomplished on your house build. By the looks of things a lot has been done with some more Punch work to be done. I will say it has been my experience since I have been associated with the Philippines over 45 years that outside of the Metro Manila area or NCR finish work has not been the strong suit of House builders. If you were not there to clarify and have them correct poor workmanship it would not have done at all.
You very possibly could be right Charles. In my case, I believe it came down to the site engineer. I say this because the finishes up to the turnover were like pulling teeth. Once that one area changed, it was amazing how quickly it came together. I can sum it up into one word "Experience". One had it, one didn't. My assessment of course. Thanks for watching Brother!
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Those little nagging details are annoying! I'm happy that you are putting them to the test as probably most don't. I hope they learn and pass it on to the next home owner. Well done!
I can only hope that someone benefits down the road Stephen. Appreciate you watching brother!
Pretty cheap build. Mine was $500 thousand US. Oceanfront El Nido. Nine bedrooms central air
Sounds nice brother! I didn't have $500k to spend here, but I like what we got for what we spent. I think Jenn and I will have to vacation in one of your 9 bedrooms. You won't even know we are there 😂. Thanks for watching!
Was the wood they used on your cabinets ‘treated wood’ if so the bugs should leave it alone. If not, stock up on Raid. Best of luck. The house looks great 👍
I honestly don't know if it was treated, but I have tons of Buygon and I treat the base of the foundation on a regular basis. Hoping for the best!
You house is lovely. And those issues you experienced, I see that with construction here in the USA too. People here simply lack pride of work. Can you tell me the company who built your home and their contact information? Same for the Solar company? I am looking to build and need someone to work with. Cheers!
We appreciate your kind words. I will be happy to share who the contractor and solar installer was. Tritek Construction (you can search FB for their info) was the construction company. Let me be clear, I believe we acquired solid home construction, but be aware that our experience did not finish well. For that reason, I encourage you to watch the vlogs and head any warnings I shared. The solar company is LES Solar in Pangasinan. Also in FB. Again, our install experience was awesome! Since the install however, warranty work and repair work has been sorely lacking. So, choose carefully my friend!
Water leaks seems to be a constant issue. Every sink i have our house we have a leak😮😢😅
I agree, not sure why, but they just don't seem to be installed well. Everything is just loose.
If I can ask - what is the total "cost" of building your home (not including the property)? Thanks!
You absolutely can ask, but I would beg your patience, as I do hope to do a wrap up vlog that will cover the details of the build to include budgeted and actual costs. I am hoping I can do that very soon.
Do you have 2 water pressure pumps?
We have one deep well, one 1HP pump and one 42 gallon pressure tank. I am considering adding another deep well with a submersible pump to take care of the outside gardening and landscaping. It will relieve a lot of use on our household pump.
Why are the outlets not grounded?
The house and the solar system are both grounded. They use a standard two prong plug here. I am not sure why, but it is different than what I am used to.
I have a good friend that spent easily 1.5 million on his house and he has hundreds of problems with his place and that is here in the US. For the 1/10th the cost I would say your doing pretty darn good in comparison.
When you put it that way brother, I would have to agree!
What is the property elevation?
That's a great question and I have honestly never looked. But you prompted me to do so. We are sitting at 300ft above sea level. The front of our property is at 300ft and the back, by the spring is at about 260ft. So, not to drastic of a slope.
Down side building house back there in Philippines hard to find Best contractor engineer
I can agree with that statement Schen. Thanks for watching!
Whats total costs in usd?
120,370 USD for the house and pool, not including the land
did the construction crew have a Forman? Coz he's the one responsible for the job site? It's a shame the job was completed with issues,,,,but it looks like you're almost done,,,good luck
Hey Ken! I suppose every builder has their own way of doing things. In our case, the job site had an engineer assigned to oversee, purchase materials and generally guide the various stages. Our engineer I believe was really good during the structural phases of the project, but seemed to be lacking in the finishing stage. Everything is getting resolved however, and we can see the light at the end of the tunnel!
@@rickeybaker9066 ,,,,,,the final result is a beautiful house and land,,, good luck always
There must be a way to treat the wood in yur house with some Termite repellent!
I treat outside around the foundation, every two weeks. Just want to be safe and not sorry!
Good you are a youtuber and did not pay all the money, I believe both things, helped your case, otherwise...........
Possibly, but I just wanted it to end well. I think we are finally getting there!
@@rickeybaker9066 I am not sure about the Philippines, but in the US, companies will work with the costumer 'harder' if they see that they are being 'watched', if you know what I mean.
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Not 100% sure what you are saying, but I think you are referring to the cabinets, where I said if the wood eating pests get to them, we will just replace. I'm really hopeful that it doesn't materialize. I am applying pesticides weekly to the foundation base, in hopes that I can prevent any future damage. Thanks for watching!
Make sure you take your potassium you look like your retaining water it helps you urinate and your heart
It's not water, it's just good ole' American Fat I am working on it though! Just tough at 60 years of age .
10:51 seems like they did a lot of half a$$es job omg
That's how my Dad would have referred to it as. They start strong, but don't seem to finish that way.
Jou own nothhhhing there remeber f Ami
Ok, if you say so! Thanks for watching!
@@rickeybaker9066 don’t belivet
they had the chance to redeem themselves... and yet... they still did'nt do it properly... hahaha... the sad thing is, you just have to accept the fact that you are not going to get the thing you asked for... this i s what I call "band aid" mentality... you need to add roofing to your carport, just get an old tarpauline and let it hang on the side... there are holes to patch, just put tape or leave it and just get used to dust flying out until it runs out... and this kind of attitude of the Filipinos is the reason why i am not expecting our country to progress... yes, the economy will get better, people will have more money, there will be more buildings, infrastructure, cars, etc... but it will remain as dirty and poorly maintained... by the way... those wooden cabinets in the kitchen, especially the ones beneath the sink (bathroom sink too) and counter top where you do food prepping, if they get constantly wet, the wood will soften and warp and degrade... and the horizontal shelving inside will sag in time if you put heavy things on top of them...
Thanks for watching Kuya! Nope, no redemption on this project. Funny you should describe the lack of change here. My wife noticed it when we went to Thailand. It just sometimes all comes down to how you take care of what you already have. Yes, the cabinets are a concern and we are going to try to get as much out of them as we can, before having to replace them with a material that will hold up.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey! Hey! I'm from the States and I'm in the process of buying land in San Antonio, I could really use help with a fellow American when I start to build our home, is there a way we can communicate? I'm on IG and Facebook or reach out to me here. Thank you in Advance!
Hey Gerald! Absolutely, I would be happy to try to help you. Can you be a bit more specific about "San Antonio"? There are a thousand Barangay San Antonio's here in Luzon. I am not on IG, but I do have a Facebook page, don't use it, but I made it so I could use Messenger. You can send me a message request on Messenger and we can communicate there. It's under Rick Baker and it has the same pic of me in my dress blues. Look forward to hearing from you!
The house continues to look great. The fix for the vent hood must have been driving you bonkers until it was done.
Look at it this way. They may have seen or installed ovens or vent hoods with a hidden, or hard wired power. Now they know, so you upped their game! Maybe you’ll get a commission on their future kitchen renovations…lol
Keep up the good work. I love your home 🏡
Wow, not sure how I missed this Karl. So sorry brother. Yes, let's hope they raise the bar for others! Commission, I wish 🤣