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VILLA FELIZ - EPISODE 478: BKT Q & A (House Building in the Philippines)

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👁️ 9K views📅 6 years ago⏱️ 35:46
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm going to answer a lot of them right directly to you here out in the video because that way it'll get dispersed to a bigger audience

I have no problem backing out of that driveway no problem whatsoever

My biggest recommendation I get this question all the time is they have lots of tools over here all the big-box stores will con city hardware

I recommend taking taking buses all you do is from NAIA at the International Airport you get a taxi take you to the closest the terminal

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Use a dehumidifier on a timer to prevent mold when away from home
✓Consider hiring a door-to-door van service for airport transfers in the Philippines
✓Disconnect car battery or use a trickle charger for long-term vehicle storage
✓Calculate fence cost based on materials, labor, and contractor fees
✓Ensure proper waterproofing for basements with exterior solutions

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Humidity and mold in home when away — Use dehumidifier on timer or set AC to dehumidify mode
Dengue and mosquito-borne diseases — Use mosquito repellent, especially early morning and dusk
Waterproofing a basement — Use exterior waterproofing solution and consider double-thick walls

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the grass in the driveway always green?
QHow to prevent mold and humidity issues when away from home?
QIs it cheaper to buy tools in the Philippines or ship them from Canada?
QWhat are the transportation options from Manila airport to Lipa?
QHow to calculate the cost of building a fence around a property?

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Today we make a quick trip to both shopping malls for some groceries, lunch and of course, Clydes fix. A lengthy Q&A during a long awaited Bahay Kubo Time (BKT) session. Building Material Estimated Pricing (2017 pricing): CHB: 5"CHB: ~P9.5/EA, Fine Sand (S-1): ~P1,100/m3 3/4" Gravel: ~P1,500/m3 Portland Cement: ~P228/bag Rebar 10mm: ~92/pcs or 12mm ~P236/pcs GI wire #16: ~P1,520/roll Paint: ~P2,000 per 5 gal container Music: Title: The Morning After