Ghanaian woman helps save money when building in Ghana by using Interlocking Bricks 

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I need to meet this lady! I love her thinking and how she’s using interlocking bricks. I tell my parents all the time that Ghanaians waste too much money on unnecessary expenses when it comes to building. And they don’t want to change because their friend did this and that. Thankfully, with videos like this I’ve been able to save my parents thousands of dollars on their project!

I like the lady. She is very articulate, has great deal of expertise in her field of business and above all, has lots of integrity

She is correct. Lovely seeing another Black African female interested in this industry of engineering. It is rare to see. I give thanks to my brothers cousins wanting to know and some time spent working in the construction industry. Thank you for sharing. P.E.A.C.E

Interlocking Bricks does have its advantages and also disadvantages. Always good to always consider both the Pro's and Con's before making any decisions. Regardless am glad to see this amazing lady promote bricks/interlocking bricks to the Ghanaian people. Advantages: Economical: Interlock bricks are made of cement with the addition of cement and sand, so they are made of cement at a lower cost than conventional bricks. In fact, interlocking bricks cost 35% less than conventional bricks. Interlock bricks may contain 10% cement, with the remaining mixture containing soil and sand. Earthquake resistant: The reason is simple. Ordinary brick relies on mortar for its support system. If the mortar fails, the entire wall or building will fail. But interlocking bricks have their own support system that does not depend on the mortar. They effectively support each other. Governments recommend: In earthquake-prone areas, some governments recommend interlocking bricks. Interlocking bricks may be a better choice if you are building in an earthquake-prone area. Better insulation in hot areas: Interlocking bricks are also suitable for hot areas. Because it is compressed, it has more mass and the brick keeps the interior of the building cooler. Environmentally friendly: The use of interlocking bricks can help protect the environment. Not only will they use less concrete and mortar, but building occupants will not need to use as much air conditioning as the interior temperature is lower. Disadvantages: Damage caused by daily use: Unlike conventional bricks, interlocking bricks are generally not plated. On the one hand, it may save you some money and time in advance, and result in more wear and tear. The reason why plastering is not used is because the interlocking bricks are already made with exterior designs. Low resistance to extreme weather: Interlocking bricks are less resistant to extreme weather conditions, including heavy rain, as plastering is not used. In fact, they are more likely to be damaged by leaking water compared to conventional bricks. Low resistance to infection: For the same reason, interlocking bricks have a lower resistance to pest infection. Plastering is an important buffer to protect against insect infections. Not suitable for high-rise buildings: Interlock bricks are not safe for high-rise buildings. In fact, they are only good for the first three floors of a building. That is why interlocking bricks are usually reserved for residential buildings and are not used to construct commercial buildings.

This is the way to go. I'm happy that we have this in Gh as well. Bricks houses here are very strong they pass through snow, rain and summer heat over so many year.

Yes glad she is using another source than normal bricks. My husband is Ghanaian and we have started a Interlocking brick business and are currently building flats in Malam. So much easier, cheaper and less labour intensive. Building goes up quicker as well.

These bricks are very strong. I live in UK and that is what they use to build. Buildings last forever and houses are built very fast. Everytbingvshe says is true.

One of the Hallmarks of Bricksave which is cost effectiveness is what fascinates me. Ella would find every possible means to cut cost even if the situation seems difficult. Bricksave to me is the master technology in today's world...all my projects are Bricksave, so please come on board to creating appreciable properties for yourself and generations yet unborn...

She's eloquent. She knows her stuff. It will be great to let us see one of her finished projects.

Bricks are the way to go. We have been lied to about concrete and we forget that our forefathers lived in mud houses n it was cool inside and lovely. Well done 👍👍

I'm a customer of Brick Save and I am very happy with them. The advice alone is soo refreshing. Love you guys soo much.

Such an amazing woman. I liked the way she spoke so well and gave very convincing explanations

Thanks Bricksave…They did my house designs and also took their time to educate me on the building…..Can’t wait to start my building project soon….Keep it❤❤❤

Excellent building material 👏 all of Africa must switch to advanced interlocking blocks.

Very trustworthy and professional lady. She visited my site for an estimate. Unfortunately we couldn't move forward with the project due to some few issues on my part. Definitely will contract when lm ready to build.

Is very very good for me

Very straightforward woman with a lot of sense and foresight. Very good advice

Very informative.

Super cool 🆒

Great interview from a professional perspective. Thanks a lot and greetings from the US!

This video is so educating.

Informative video, Will appreciate it if the below points are answered in the next update. 1. Will be great to get a full house tour, how the pipes are arranged in the washroom, how the broken edges of the bricks are taken care of. 2. How easy it is to make alterations eg. changing pipes or introducing a new wall etc, as its much easier cutting into blocks 3. A test of durability of the bricks against push 4. Water and salt (building in a water logged area) 5. Can mortar still be introduced into the dry stacking? 6. Can the bricks be redesigned to allow the locking sides to stick out much better ?

Great video, very informative and great explanation !

Good to know about these blocks.

This is very interesting video, thanks bro 👍✌

This was very thorough. I'm considering building with this method. Thank you.

Madam Ella u are absolutely right 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

Love this Video.

Thanks for sharing.

Called her today, I'm going to use her for my next project. Thanksfor the video

It would be nice to see more videos of buildings built using this process. I am very skeptical, even though I like the process. I worry about it's strength.

Thank you so very much for your video you presented with real professionalisme. My son will contact you for discussion and assistance about his project. Thanks

Hey Bro you could also look at other alternative such as Raffa wood, Shipping containers, concrete and earth bricks

Wofa o wafo. In fact, you do all, and God bless you.

I really like all her advices. God bless u mum

Also i will like to see a finished building using the interlocking blocks and that the habitants have to say about it

The cracks she talked about is very true .

I like they way this business woman is presenting her business. I hope they are a trust worthy company. For me she motivates me to come sooner to ghana and let they build my house for me. Big up sister!

Thanks for the wonderful information about how to use the interlocking bricks...

She gives excellent information of the process...I'd certainly would search her company to build for me. Is she limited to certain regions of the country or is she nationwide?

Very interesting video sir; could you please update some videos of some finished buildings with these bricks from this company. Thanks

Also use the bricks with the pipe line already cut out, makes for cheaper than getting a plumber and Mason to cut out holes for all your plumbing works.

Forget about your kids lol so true

Great video, I am building my house using interlocking bricks. Great material!

I plan to use bricks

Creative innovative and a potential answer to increasing inflation on building components. Home well done. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. Even the presentation of the video ie specific question in writing and verbal answer given by Mrs Asimeng ... excellent 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. Questions, are the bricks waterproof, and will you need a damp proof membrane for making any type of construction? Thank you, you are both contributing to lifting Ghana in challenging times. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

First here tho 🇬🇭

The thing is the design of the house to make air flow through the house you have those coloured roof that draws the sun and those colours on the concrete blocks that draws the radiation in the day,the houses are not sorrounded by trees to keeping the homes in shades when they build they take no notice of sun rise and sun set they just build any how every block should have a test of how much Newton force that they can take that way less material is used you are not in a cold climate that you need heavy blocks , when it comes to using concrete blocks it is all a matter of design and take into account cooling where it is very hot the evees should have air holes so the heat can escape

Where does stability come from using interlock bricks that you get with standard rebar / cement and block combination?

What is the interlocking bricks are made from ? and is in environmental safe? meaning heat and rain exposure.

She is very wise with her advise. All these mansions 🙈🙈🙈

This is lovely really enjoyed it. Plz I get their contact. Thank u.

Dear Madam Can you make your bricks in colour if SMone want to build?

It would have been nice to provide sample of houses built with interlocking bricks.

Can you be able to plaster the inside and in terms of wiring how do you do that with bricks since you can’t chip the bricks to make layout for wiring…

I love the way that Mrs. Ofosu-Asimeng explained the usage and efficiency of using interlocking bricks! I learnt a lot from her presentation! I pray that I will soon build my home, and I will be looking for Mrs. Ofosu-Asimeng’s company BRICKSAVE. But where is BRICKSAVE office located?

Kindly share contacts for Bricksave.

Is the Great Wall of Zimbabwe built with interlocking bricks?

I’m up for inviting

Good afternoon please if in case you want to learn this method of contraction. What will you you do?

Very informative please how much it will cost to fence two plots of land

How are plumbing and electrical works done when using this bricks.

It is really sad how difficult it is to get basic information, clearly explained!!! do we speak English, or not? We have to do better if we’re going to survive into the future! This is too simple to have problems with explaining! Now imagine if we are being attacked, and she is asked to explain this. If she finds this difficult without pressure, imagine her, trying to explain this with bullets being shot through the air at her. Best wishes my African people

Your honest opinion, would you use this building method or stick to the traditional concrete and plastering?

Is it interlocking "CLAY" bricks? Are they fireproof?

Do you do projects in techiman and how open would you be for collaboration within that region.

Please how do I get a hold of this lady? I think I'm interested in using her services. Thank you.

Is it cost effective comparing concreting compound and using interlocking bricks

Pls tell me what the coposition of brick's tomake. I have a machine which is produce from 2 up to 4 pcs/mould at Ethiopia Bahirdar

How does beck pattern respond to heavy rain fall.

Where are the pictures and videos of projects completed as promised

Very interesting how do we contact this lady

Please does it with stand saltine crackers? because some areas are salty

Please can you use this for pavement?

What about a small warehouse? I wonder what the cost of that would be?

Do you have something like this in Sunyani

What's the cement to laterite or clay ratio ?

Is there anything network issues after completing the building.

Can it please be used for a fence wall without columns?

Are these bricks still chiseled to inlay electrical and plumbing piping?

There are those of us in the north who would like to patronise your service and product. How is that possible for us?

Can that brick be used in building alrdy started wit cement blocks footing?

With the interlock bricks building wouldn't ants and other small small insects enter from outside into the interlocking bricks to the room,, Because cracks from the cement blocks ants comes to the room

Does it mean when the company is constructing a standard house for a client, the rough figure of 180000 or 200000 will cover everything from start to finish. I mean a complete building with roofing?

Can it be used for fence wall?

Please is this bricks good for a fence wall, if it can be. My plot size 80/80 , can you give me an estimate cost ?

Quick observation/question. Why is the diaspora always the target audience in recent times? Can locally based Ghanaians not afford to build houses anymore?

Does this company have a website or social media page?

Hav lean how to build with interlocking bricks, and I'm trying to set up my own firm but the price of the machinery is huge. I need someone to invest in my business so we enjoy the profit together.

Is interlocking bricks good for compound???

I don’t have part 2

Do you have branch in kumasi

am in takoradi how can i buy some of your brick

How can I contact you please

How do l get hold of this company No phone numbers or email for us outside Ghana? Can you help, please.

The name of the company

Any contact information please

Does she have a RU-vid channel?

Good morning sir please I need your unbmer