A Foreigner Building in the Philippines | Testing Out our Concrete Roof | Patio Roof Construction

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The concrete roof is...well, not complete, but except for waterproofing etc it's mostly done. We're getting more involved, as although we're not going full Western building standard - we do want some things a bit more solid.
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12 окт 2024

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Комментарии : 28

@gesu6534 2 дня назад

Wow, it's not Dumagete... All foreigners build there

@ABetterLifePH День назад

Yeah, that wasn't even an option for us. I think more and more foreigners, as the age goes down (digital nomads and what not), will move into provinces and spread out. Dumaguete/Cebu/Davao/Manila will still be big for those that want to live in enclaves though/have access to Western stuff/be near other foreigners.

@ehlersjim12 3 дня назад

I completely agree that you should be an proactive member of the crew. I ran into a foreman there that pushed back on some of my instructions. We had to let him (and his crew) go and park the project until we found another crew. No such thing as over-engineering your house. I am really enjoying the videos. Thank you for all your time.

@offthecuffadventureswithjamie 3 дня назад

@@ehlersjim12 the drainage is not terminated yet. They’re planning to collect that.

@ABetterLifePH 3 дня назад

As Jamie mentioned: we'll have a water catching system (tank) at the back of the house. That's why the weep holes are there. Our crew aren't stubborn at all, we just put too much trust in their experience/knowledge. They've done it for years, we haven't built anything before. Live and learn, we're more involved now at least! Thank you for watching!

@ehlersjim12 3 дня назад

@@offthecuffadventureswithjamie Yes Sir, I deleted it after I took the time to watch another 30 sec of the video. My apologies.

@offthecuffadventureswithjamie 3 дня назад

@@ehlersjim12 all good sir! No need for apologies. 😊🙏🏻

@b-lopez394 2 дня назад

Looks like the roof over the head is done🤞. Just wondering if they put a slight slope so that the rain water will flow accordingly.

@ABetterLifePH 2 дня назад

They were given specific instructions for that, what angle I wanted etc. But no, they didn't. It'll be a little while video-wise, but we have it fixed now.

@Fensome2006 2 дня назад

Has your partner got life insurance dodgy ladder and crocs 😂😂 love it

@ABetterLifePH 2 дня назад

Filipino DNA is 50% mountain goat. I don't think I've ever seen her or any other Filipino fall or lose their footing. It's actually really impressive to behold! 😆

@driftwoodsmittyasia1286 3 дня назад

Would be nice place on roof to hang out at sunset sunrise at night looking at stars

@ABetterLifePH 3 дня назад

I agree! Being able to use the roof as a patio, kind of, was one of my initial reasons for going concrete.

@ronsorenson7196 3 дня назад

I would try to be there during the rain so you can see what the water does on the roof. I love your videos and your model! Lol

@ABetterLifePH 3 дня назад

As usual for us, bit of a backlog of videos, but in real-time we just got Plexibond on it and it looks a lot better now (should even be waterproof!). Thank you for watching! I love my model too!

@offthecuffadventureswithjamie 3 дня назад

Keep smiling guys! 😃 This is your journey so enjoy all of it. Looking good!

@ABetterLifePH 3 дня назад

We're trying! 😁 Just tired some days, lots of things to keep track of, but there's progress!

@offthecuffadventureswithjamie 3 дня назад

@@ABetterLifePH it will be worth it. Happiness is coming. 😊❤️

@ABetterLifePH 3 дня назад

Yes, it feels better the closer we get to be able to move in. Still so much to do though!

@russellwineera5047 3 дня назад

Will you set up a gutter to catch rain water off roof?

@ABetterLifePH 3 дня назад

Yes, and we might have something on the patio as well, at least in future. Probably just a smaller barrel there, for watering plants or similar. But yeah, we'll collect the water from the roof in our large water tank.

@amowatt01 3 дня назад

Man I really pray for u and ur wife and hope this experience will be less painful than than I feel it is going to be. Keep making vids as this is going to be a case study of how NOT to build a longterm permanent home or great case study of how to build a temporary tent made of concrete. A mans home is his castle and its ur money (short term and long term, I see mucho funds in longterm maintainence, cracks, leaks)..........but as a man u should be guiding and protecting ur wife. Watching u so far I know I will do the following before I start building and if I dont I will not start......... 1) ensure i have the funds + 20% more 2) hire competent architect and engineer 3) Hire contractor 4) Live on proterty in Kubo/tent until complete. BTW......220v dont allow u to get shocked more than once........tht hit one time it kills you. (I see some errors but typing on phone is a pain)....I will be watching....Good Luck.

@ABetterLifePH 3 дня назад

I'm assuming American? I think you're quite wrong about 220V vs 110V. It's not a pure voltage or amp thing, but high amp is typically way more dangerous than high voltage. There's a reason very few countries use 110V (not to mention the silly Imperial system that should be outlawed of course!). We expect some maintenance for sure, but even well built/more expensive houses have cracks and problems. Not saying your plan is bad, but hiring a contractor here only comes with one guarantee: it will be more expensive! Hiring the right contractor is very important, if you go that route. Oh, and 20% extra will probably not be enough, budget at least 50% in my opinion. Thank you for your concerns and for watching! I'm sure we'll be fine, but we'll update if things go bad of course! 😁

@wallywaldo2390 21 час назад

Million dollars view

@ABetterLifePH 18 часов назад

It's a lot of work to build here, and paperwork, but yeah. The scenery, nature, and views in Bukidnon are amazing. Such a beautiful area of the Philippines!

@jerryfagansr9983 3 дня назад

Can I ask the width & length of your house? We agree on a lot of things I'm American from Utah, Texas, & now a village S.W. of Pagadian. I to am making it hard on myself, so I can thrive here not just survive. UK & most of the W. in my opinion must stand up or were gonna loose our country & freedoms GO TRUMP..😂

@ehlersjim12 3 дня назад

If you ever get up to Cagayan De Oro, off the coast there is a small island, Camiguin, that was a real nice. We stayed a week on the beach. Rented a motorcycle and did the whole island in a day. Loved it. Bring bug spray.

@ABetterLifePH 3 дня назад

My first reply got stuck in the filter, I guess, lol. RU-vid... Anyway, the first phase (cr+bathroom) is 5.4 x 7 m. As for politics (to avoid censorship): agree, and Sweden is really bad and only getting worse.