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@@andythedriver hi there - the plans were something I drew up from a mix of other designs on youtube, websites & mixing our needs & wishes. Our builder/engineer took my hand drawing and converted to blueprints - a bit of to & fro-ing over a few months to get to the final design. As well as a few adjustments during the building. Cheers

@@AmericanInThailand dark green Kitzcho cabinets will tie in nicely with floor. A bit of color & excitement for the kitchen.

@@TimS57064 thanks for the comment. Nice to be at this stage, end is finally in site.

Thanks 👍

@@gavinrcolpitts1988 are contract calls for 6 paymenty, as milestones were completed. I think it depends a lot on a builders cash flow. If tgey dont have a big cash reserve they propably serk more frequent payments. Our has been ok, but often the milestone payment did not havr specfied items finished, but other things had been completed, so the payment was value for money, in our view. Looks like we are on track for early December completion.

Thanks - been to Gate 14. There is no toe kick on the thai concrete kitchen, though we did have one in our built in kitchen in Chiang Mai. Not a big issue. Toilet flange is something we have discussed with our builder.

I was going to comment about the wax ring as well.

@@terryn111 i will get the suppliers details for you from our builder.

We have been satisfied with the construction by our builder - having said that, we have monitored the build daily & been in communication with the builder on issues as they arise (to ask questions, clarification or seek rectification). Like many builders he uses sub trades & contracts with others he works with for the build - such as structure, electrics, plumbing & finishing. We have lived in Thailand for 10+ years & have had previous house, so am aware of the Thai way of doing things. Also we have been flexible with the builder in terms of progress/payment schedule. If some things were not completed according to the schedules, but other things had been done to the value of the payment required, then we were happy to make the progress payment. In terms of a recommendation, that is something I don't want to get involved with - as each house build & the trades involved can have a different outcome - plus a clients expectations - are all different. The builder is a young guy, has built a number of houses & we have got along well with him - I would use him again to build - but like all builders in Thailand you need to monitor the build & work with them to get the outcome you are looking for. Hope that helps.

@@RetiredTranquilinThailand thanks, we appreciate your input. We will be in the same position as you for your build, we are staying in a house within a couple hundred yards from the build site, so will be able to monitor closely.

@@RetiredTranquilinThailand my wife and I would love to see your house and get an idea of the workmanship involved. Thanks again.

@@eighteenecho7159 - happy to show you the house build, if you want to visit the site. Let me know when you would like to attend so we can agree a date/time to show you around & chat.

@@eighteenecho7159 - here is his phone # - 062 124 1978 Facebook link - facebook.com/share/hvecQ5UuXkbjFb1Z/

They sell the larger river stones by kg - 8 kg is 30 thb. I think 1 cubic mtr is around 1450 kg so it would be - 5500 thb. We are going to use larger limestone gravel - for the grey color. Its about 1100 per cubic meter.

@@RetiredTranquilinThailand Thank you for your reply 👍

@@kelstuart8525 - There is no longer an Honorary Consul in Chiang Mai. The Bangkok Embassy does an Outreach to Chiang Mai every couple of months for some services. You need to check the Embassy website under consular services or call them about the next outreach date. See this link for more info - thailand.embassy.gov.au/bkok/Consular_Outreach.html

Thanks Ron

Its by the cube, and also how much cement is added into the mix. Rough guess in my area (Issan) 1800-2200 bhat per cube, standard mix.

The response given is about the same pdice range here - depends on cement mixture & grade, distance delivery & other location factors.

For all ...reinforcement before pour concrete, plumming and electrical installations .....take a review/inspection before it's not too late. Perhaps consider Hire an engineer.... for this process

@@rimzalia1362- confirmed yesterday pressure testing will be done by the builder. But only when plumbing is finished. Appreciate the concerns & timing.

@@andylee7552 hi there - see you are busy with work & some travel posts. I am fully retired & taking life easy - moved from Chiang Mai to a quiet town on the Mekong river on a rural property - per videos.

@@RetiredTranquilinThailand noted with great appreciation. Now you better change that response otherwise the whole world is going to know your email address 😉

Hello - glad you are finding the videos useful. If you make it to our part of Isaan & want to see what we are building happy to show you. You are welcome to email me at - rjelliott78@gmail.com

@@AmericanInThailand much appreciated. I have also watched your YT channel.

@@RetiredTranquilinThailand Thank you!

You’ve absolutely no idea how things are done in Thailand Your western build standards mean nothing

@@montyman-j Thanks for the encouragement. Hope it all goes well in November for you.

How much for total build

I am also commenting: Again a great and interesting video. Best for @montyman in the starting new project

@@HePeNaTip thank you, i will most likely do a similar vid that shows the build also. I like the format Retired is using. Simple and easy to follow.

​@@chrishughes887 - contract was 3.4 m thb - 14,500 /sq m. There have been a few cost variations.

@@OiAndyAum It blows air in 4 directions & is central to the room for air circulation. If using wall mounted would need 2 on opposite walls. We had one of the ceiling cassettes before in Chiang Mai & it was most efficient cooling. Also a matter of preference.

@@RetiredTranquilinThailand Thanks for the answer. I think of doing the same in the living and dining area of the ground floor. How did you calculate the BTU of the unit?

@@OiAndyAum There are many online BTU calculators (by model or generic) - also unit supplier can calculate based on room size. Just search online for - BTU calculator.

BTU = British Thermal Unit. Anyway, great video.

I would also add that using a ceiling mounted unit is more aesthetically pleasing. You don’t have this big ugly box hanging on the wall. And also, as stated, a ceiling mounted unit distributes the cool air more uniformly throughout the room! A good option for those that care about these details.

Thanks & enjoy my house build coverage...

@@terryn111 hello - I am no expert in ceiling issues but an online search offered the following - maybe others will provide feedback. Cracks where the wall meets the ceiling, often referred to as "ceiling cracks" or "corner cracks," can occur for several reasons: Settling: As a house settles over time, minor shifts in the foundation can cause cracks in the walls and ceilings. Temperature and Humidity Changes: Fluctuations in temperature and humidity can cause building materials to expand and contract, leading to cracks. This is especially common in climates with significant seasonal changes. Poor Construction: If the building materials were not properly installed or if the framing is inadequate, cracks can develop as the structure ages. Water Damage: Leaks from plumbing or roofing can weaken the materials and cause cracks. Look for signs of moisture or stains near the crack. Structural Issues: In some cases, cracks can indicate more serious structural problems, such as issues with the foundation or load-bearing walls.

Why do people automatically say cheap materials? Edges I assume you mean where the plaster meets the wall...they dont use cornices here so the do a square set, which is common in modern homes in AU, they should tape the joint before jointing compound is troweled on, if its where the sheets meat each other again there is meant to be a tape with jointing compound troweled on, later a top coat is troweled over, then sanded back when dry if you are getting cracks its either a fair bit of movement in the celling or setting of the ceilings which are steel and expand and contract with the heat and the possibility they didnt tape the joints and for the Gental man here I noticed the plasterers didnt place any glue on the batten's before placing sheets and screwing, now that is standard practice in AU, the risk of a sheet falling off the ceiling is there, we also glue an off cut of plaster to the joints its placed on the screws sheet first then as the second one goes up a dab of glue is placed on the over riding plaster as the sheets are going up to help prevent that cracking...

Use flexible gap filler. Don't buy the cheapest type. Many vids on youtube how to use caulking gun. Same problem easy fix with a decent step ladder. Don't rush and have plenty dispoable gloves ready to save time cleaning your fingers when alternating between application and smoothing We got a local tradesman to touch the paint up.

@@richardhaughton4303 yes - we will not be moving in for at least 3 more months. It been 5 & 6 weeks since the house walls were rendered.

@@worldadventureman drywall for inside the house, & yes cement boatd for soffits around the exterior. Sorry if I didnt mention the difference.

@@worldadventureman they also but wass ac units in - we will have 3 in eas bedroom & one in the kitchen. The cassette type is for the large lounge/dining area of 8.5 x 6 meter so best way to ac the soace.

@@worldadventureman The use of suspended ceiling with drywall is the standard practise here. Allows for ease of access & modifaction later if required.

@@OiAndyAum Thanks for that, appreciated. We try as does the build team. Cheers

@@RetiredTranquilinThailand We are also building a house in Roi Et. Always helpful to what others do…

@@OiAndyAum it likely relates to cost of blocks & construction & related item costs for the likes of windows & door sizes for the wider dimensions. Lots of people are restricted by a budget - is my thoughts.

@@RetiredTranquilinThailand Thanks for the feedback. We are actually also building a house in Thailand and we decided to use 20x60x20 blocks. For sure more expensive but not that much and less work and better heat protection.

Hello - we are happy to share the steps we took & options available. Clearly each persons experience & success will depend on many factors particularly your builder, trades people & your contract/payment arrangements. Also your tolereance to the Thai way of doing things. If you want to visit our build site happy to have a chat. Let me know.

Really stupid comment

Thanks for the feedback - I noticed that too after taking the pictures. That was rectified before the box was closed up. Cheers

Hope your build works out well.

Thanks for the feedback - agree, I had not seen much on electricals on other house building videos. Hopefully it wasnt too much.