I've just been humbled, I thought I know a little about this issue...turns out I know nothing at all. I will contact this gentleman before I build my home.
As a building engineer i find this video very useful and educative but let me quickly say this, a chunk of rising dumpness is from the substructure. Most ghanaian masons mistaken dump proof membranes for cheap "polythene sheets" on the market.
If your damp is from rain water from the top then you are lucky. Channel the rain gutters and redo the plastering. But if it is from below because you did not use damp proof plastic then you are doomed. You'll keep on maintaining it forever.
An idea about cost would have been very helpful. I know that it’s difficult to estimate, but just a small indication would have helped me in my decision making.
The white salt that comes out of the rendering is called efflorescence. As for the plastic pipes it has a lifespan of 20-25-30 years you can not beat copper pipes especially for inside the house for water as copper lasts a lifetime. I’ve built many houses schools hospitals and shopping centres in the Uk for over 40years plus a lot of refurberation projects. The damp-proof course of any building should be a minimum of 150mm above ground level. My daughter is also an architect. You are right most people want to cut corners. But I think they more often that not cut the wrong corner, the building should not be cut but the furniture can be as that does not effect the overall structure in my opinion. I’ve had to explain to a young man that has serious damp problems, as he built his small house on a hill with half of it buried in the ground why the problem has arised now it’s going to cost him a lot more money as his furniture is ruined plus the wall is saturated, but he did not listen in the first instance to good advice. Water is good but also an enemy in he construction industry. Rooms below ground should be tanked as they say, just like a swimming pool but in reverse to keep water out not in.
This problem occurs by not using the right and experience professionals. When building in an area with damp issues is very important to have a solid sub structure using the right materials.
Because of these issues I haven't plastered my ongoing school building yet. Even my architect doesn't know the best way out. Some say I should use sea sand, just plaster it, or tile it. It's sad this modern day moisture is ruining our projects.
Because of these issues I haven't plastered my ongoing school building yet. Even my architect doesn't know the best way out. Some say I should use sea sand, just plaster it, or tile it. It's sad this modern day moisture is ruining our projects
You should look at the brief you gave the architect and the as built drawings again. Issue with rising or penetrating damp should have been designed out or been mitigated pre-construction.
you have to collect and siv it. my girlfriend use a giant siv for it. and use to make homemade blocks with the river sand. but its storing river sand is problem cos before xmas she had some of the sand stored beside the river and the rains came and nearly all went out to shore 😂 so had to use home made blocks to seal the sand afterwards 😅
The interview was good, but the most important point was sadly missed, which is the sort of treatment he administers and how it is done to allow viewers to make up their minds as to how effective the treatment would be. As is always the case with Ghanaian service providers, you the host seemed to have fallen for his SWEET TALKS and, as a result, failed to ask the most important question, which is the treatment and how it is done. All i heard him say was he mixes a bag of cement with a wheelbarrow of sand, and a waterproofing agent, which makes his plastering very hard to chissel out. Really? Is that all it is to prevent ingress of damp? How many people haven't tried such treatments to no avail?. I'm an avid watcher of your videos, but was highly disappointed you did not hold this man to greater account. Keep up the good work educating the public.
I kind of agree with you. Something that wasnt touched on is how the home made blocks you guys make in Ghana & Nigeria are made in comparison to normal blocks. Its possible there be a lot more moisture in those blocks. What really got me was when he mentioned you cant use normal water to mix concrete i thought was a bit much tbh.
I don't trust what any of these "engineers" say lol. I'd rather fly some white/Indian man to build my house in Ghana. Infact builders in Zambia, South Africa, Kenya know what they're doing. I'd rather fly them in than hire a Ghanaian builder, HELL NO!
I understand your sentiment but I believe your distrust in ghanaian engineers is misplaced. I know a lot of African engineers who won't come close to building engineers in Ghana. Don't let a couple of quack engineers in Ghana dump your spirit.
@@SeniorGyanOpoku You're joking right? I know more than a dozen engineers in East Africa that will make Ghanaians look like nursery school students. Then again, you're Ghanaian. Ghana that tries to sell a mediocre house for $250k and calling it "luxury" lol. The problem is Ghanaians think Ghana is Dubai because a few blk americans have showed up. Try and buy a ticket and go to south africa. Let me just shut up.
I am an architect in Nigeria that has built for many Nigerians abroad and we have never failed any of our clients. I'll advise you to search and get recommendations on how to get reliable Ghanian builders/contractors in Ghana that understands the environment better than a foreign entity.
EXTREMELY useful video. This information probably just saved me thousands for what i plan on doing
Thank you for your comment!
I've just been humbled, I thought I know a little about this issue...turns out I know nothing at all. I will contact this gentleman before I build my home.
This is great info paa, great interview.. I'm reaching out to him at the earliest
Thank you for watching
As a building engineer i find this video very useful and educative but let me quickly say this, a chunk of rising dumpness is from the substructure. Most ghanaian masons mistaken dump proof membranes for cheap "polythene sheets" on the market.
Yes. We mentioned that in the video also
You meant damp proof membrane and not dump.
This dude knows his stuff. Good interview. He is offering good explanation.
Thanks bebree for watching and leaving a comment
This is the most important interview ever on this damp issues. I wish I knew this guy last year b4 I did my graffiato....nice information
You are welcome
If your damp is from rain water from the top then you are lucky. Channel the rain gutters and redo the plastering. But if it is from below because you did not use damp proof plastic then you are doomed. You'll keep on maintaining it forever.
Very important points.
Lemme add this.waterproofing your bathrooms before tilling is a must.
Thanks for sharing!
An idea about cost would have been very helpful. I know that it’s difficult to estimate, but just a small indication would have helped me in my decision making.
I don't know this engineer but I can see he is sincere
Does he take full plastering contracts? I have a 5 bedroom uncomplicated building at takoradi and the next phase is the plastering.
The white salt that comes out of the rendering is called efflorescence. As for the plastic pipes it has a lifespan of 20-25-30 years you can not beat copper pipes especially for inside the house for water as copper lasts a lifetime. I’ve built many houses schools hospitals and shopping centres in the Uk for over 40years plus a lot of refurberation projects. The damp-proof course of any building should be a minimum of 150mm above ground level. My daughter is also an architect. You are right most people want to cut corners. But I think they more often that not cut the wrong corner, the building should not be cut but the furniture can be as that does not effect the overall structure in my opinion. I’ve had to explain to a young man that has serious damp problems, as he built his small house on a hill with half of it buried in the ground why the problem has arised now it’s going to cost him a lot more money as his furniture is ruined plus the wall is saturated, but he did not listen in the first instance to good advice. Water is good but also an enemy in he construction industry. Rooms below ground should be tanked as they say, just like a swimming pool but in reverse to keep water out not in.
Thank you for the great and detailed comment!
Heavily beneficial content!
Thanks a lot!
I’m glad you enjoyed it!!
Thank you, always great content
Glad you enjoyed it
This problem occurs by not using the right and experience professionals. When building in an area with damp issues is very important to have a solid sub structure using the right materials.
Am very much enlightened bro.
Because of these issues I haven't plastered my ongoing school building yet. Even my architect doesn't know the best way out. Some say I should use sea sand, just plaster it, or tile it. It's sad this modern day moisture is ruining our projects.
Kindly keep us updated on what you decide to do.
@@AfricaBuildingHub am going to consult your man you interviewed and will come back with info
I've come across his videos on tiktok and started learning from him cuz my house got same problem
I see. How long have you had this?
@AfricaBuildingHub for a long time but not in gh now but will be coming home hopefully this summer and will contact him to help me out with mine..
Great content
Thanks bebree for watching. Do you have any experience with dampness?
Because of these issues I haven't plastered my ongoing school building yet. Even my architect doesn't know the best way out. Some say I should use sea sand, just plaster it, or tile it. It's sad this modern day moisture is ruining our projects
All this could have been prevented if your Engineer on site placed a DPM on the hard-core filling before casting the oversight concrete.
Sorry to hear that
You should look at the brief you gave the architect and the as built drawings again. Issue with rising or penetrating damp should have been designed out or been mitigated pre-construction.
Research into dry rod. That's the cheapest effective way to resolve it
Knowledgeable
Very!
Must all building have anti dump?
Can you do anti dump before plastering if you didn't do it at the fountain level?
good job
Thanks bebree
But the river sand is mostly rough. How will it be used for plastering ?
you have to collect and siv it. my girlfriend use a giant siv for it. and use to make homemade blocks with the river sand. but its storing river sand is problem cos before xmas she had some of the sand stored beside the river and the rains came and nearly all went out to shore 😂 so had to use home made blocks to seal the sand afterwards 😅
Thanks for the feedback
The interview was good, but the most important point was sadly missed, which is the sort of treatment he administers and how it is done to allow viewers to make up their minds as to how effective the treatment would be. As is always the case with Ghanaian service providers, you the host seemed to have fallen for his SWEET TALKS and, as a result, failed to ask the most important question, which is the treatment and how it is done. All i heard him say was he mixes a bag of cement with a wheelbarrow of sand, and a waterproofing agent, which makes his plastering very hard to chissel out. Really? Is that all it is to prevent ingress of damp? How many people haven't tried such treatments to no avail?. I'm an avid watcher of your videos, but was highly disappointed you did not hold this man to greater account. Keep up the good work educating the public.
Thanks for your feedback.
Also, the aim of the video was to provide a basic understanding of the root cause of the issue.
I watched the interview. I have to disagree with you. I feel like they stayed on topic. He explained different methods, and they even added pics.
I've asked this very specific question, and no one seems to give an exact answer.
I kind of agree with you. Something that wasnt touched on is how the home made blocks you guys make in Ghana & Nigeria are made in comparison to normal blocks. Its possible there be a lot more moisture in those blocks. What really got me was when he mentioned you cant use normal water to mix concrete i thought was a bit much tbh.
They're using the dry rod sticks
Most houses are already built without damp proof . So provide a solution if you can
Kindly call him or send a WhatsApp message
Hmmmm, extra cost!
It's always advisable to place a DPM on a hard-core filling before casting the oversight concrete.
Agreed
This damp issue is an issue ooooh lol bcus of this I can’t bring my kids to Ghana to live in our own house,I’ll seriously contact u later
Sorry to hear about that
Africa oh
6inc plastering
Jeeeezas!!
Not possible
Thats a wall on its own
I know right!
I was shocked just like you 😂
Do you have a what's up number I have similar problem that has been a night mare to me over 10years
The number is in the video
The hard hat n vest is not necessary
Dress code says he capping
I don't trust what any of these "engineers" say lol. I'd rather fly some white/Indian man to build my house in Ghana. Infact builders in Zambia, South Africa, Kenya know what they're doing. I'd rather fly them in than hire a Ghanaian builder, HELL NO!
Thanks for sharing your opinion.
I understand your sentiment but I believe your distrust in ghanaian engineers is misplaced. I know a lot of African engineers who won't come close to building engineers in Ghana. Don't let a couple of quack engineers in Ghana dump your spirit.
@@SeniorGyanOpoku You're joking right? I know more than a dozen engineers in East Africa that will make Ghanaians look like nursery school students. Then again, you're Ghanaian. Ghana that tries to sell a mediocre house for $250k and calling it "luxury" lol. The problem is Ghanaians think Ghana is Dubai because a few blk americans have showed up. Try and buy a ticket and go to south africa. Let me just shut up.
Rubbish 😮😮
I am an architect in Nigeria that has built for many Nigerians abroad and we have never failed any of our clients. I'll advise you to search and get recommendations on how to get reliable Ghanian builders/contractors in Ghana that understands the environment better than a foreign entity.