The Home Improvements Thread (2)

[xrapidx]

It's called jointing sand

Interesting - I always mixed sand and cement, brushed it in - and swept,

 

[NoviceDIYer]

Hi, does anyone know the going rates for tree felling? I need to remove this palm tree and clean up the one next to it (not remove).
The tree needs to be taken to the dump as well.


I was quoted R5500 by an insured tree felling company. Is this a reasonable quote? Or too cheap/expensive. I just want to know if I should shop around some more or if this is an expected range

 

[Steamy Tom]

Interesting - I always mixed sand and cement, brushed it in - and swept,

that also works

 

[Steamy Tom]

Hi, does anyone know the going rates for tree felling? I need to remove this palm tree and clean up the one next to it (not remove).
The tree needs to be taken to the dump as well.


I was quoted R5500 by an insured tree felling company. Is this a reasonable quote? Or too cheap/expensive. I just want to know if I should shop around some more or if this is an expected rangeView attachment 907940
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taken to ground level or stump out also?

how high is that stem and is this in a front yard or a yard with access for a truck?

 

[NoviceDIYer]

taken to ground level or stump out also?

how high is that stem and is this in a front yard or a yard with access for a truck?

Taken to ground level. Back yard but good access via driveway which goes all the way down the side of the property to the back.
Trunk is maybe 5/6 meters. I have verified the insurance with Outsurance.

 

[Steamy Tom]

Taken to ground level. Back yard but good access via driveway which goes all the way down the side of the property to the back.
Trunk is maybe 5/6 meters. I have verified the insurance with Outsurance.

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where are you based? it is possible that you might be able to get that tree taken out for free or even paid for it, it all depends if they think it can be taken out and transported and the condition of it, the trunk doesnt look all that clear buy ou never know.

 

[NoviceDIYer]

where are you based? it is possible that you might be able to get that tree taken out for free or even paid for it, it all depends if they think it can be taken out and transported and the condition of it, the trunk doesnt look all that clear buy ou never know.

Somerset West. The issue is that we are going get more soil erosion on the slope if we take the roots out, and it’s likely going to be difficult to avoid problems with the wall that is right there.

Is the quote reasonable?

 

[Steamy Tom]

Somerset West. The issue is that we are going get more soil erosion on the slope if we take the roots out, and it’s likely going to be difficult to avoid problems with the wall that is right there.

Is the quote reasonable?

the quote is around what you can expect in my opinion

 

[SAguy]

Somerset West. The issue is that we are going get more soil erosion on the slope if we take the roots out, and it’s likely going to be difficult to avoid problems with the wall that is right there.

Is the quote reasonable?

I paid R6k (well R3k each split with my neighbour) to get rid of two fully grown Brazilian pepper trees, stumped. I think your quote is reasonable.

Lots of guys will tell you can they do it cheap cheap, but insurance was important for me too since any mistakes would have damaged our house.

 

[Quintrix]

For that price I want scaffolding and absolute minimal damage to the grass. Can be done.

 

[ToxicBunny]

Somerset West. The issue is that we are going get more soil erosion on the slope if we take the roots out, and it’s likely going to be difficult to avoid problems with the wall that is right there.

Is the quote reasonable?

For a fully insured feller, that quote is very reasonable...

 

[SAguy]

Any recommendations for an electrician in CPT area?
I'm looking to move my DB board like 2m to the left.

The biggest issue (other than having my prepaid meter moved) is that I have 4 pairs of wires in my current db going down to the ground. I haven't checked yet what they are for, one is probably incoming mains, but I imagine this are going to be tricky to extend.

 

[Smokey mcpot]

where in CPT? And when do you think you’d want it done?

problem right now is time. Peak has just started and everyone needs someone to do something.

Today I just got a call to confirm that I’ve been approved to do work for a certain insurer... I had to tell them I can start in 2 weeks time and that I’m. It available from 19th oct until end of November. Iziko museum needs drains unblocked and I’ve had to squeeze them in while I’m busy on another job (can’t lose them).

time... time is a big issue right now!

 

[Marsie27]

Any recommendations for an electrician in CPT area?
I'm looking to move my DB board like 2m to the left.

We did a similar exercise a couple of decades ago as part of a rewiring job - the old DB was in the kitchen, right where we wanted a row of cupboards. It was messy and not cheap, but we have never regretted doing so, at least not once the mess was cleaned up.

 

[WAslayer]

Any recommendations for an electrician in CPT area?
I'm looking to move my DB board like 2m to the left.

The biggest issue (other than having my prepaid meter moved) is that I have 4 pairs of wires in my current db going down to the ground. I haven't checked yet what they are for, one is probably incoming mains, but I imagine this are going to be tricky to extend.

Jacques Maree Electrical Contractor.. Used him recently and was very happy with him..

 

[Caldo]

Backyard project in progress... Initial assessment shows that I will come out completely broke once complete...

Happy with the progress so far...

As for my budget, the funeral service will take place via Zoom (the free version)

 

[SAguy]

where in CPT? And when do you think you’d want it done?

problem right now is time. Peak has just started and everyone needs someone to do something.

Today I just got a call to confirm that I’ve been approved to do work for a certain insurer... I had to tell them I can start in 2 weeks time and that I’m. It available from 19th oct until end of November. Iziko museum needs drains unblocked and I’ve had to squeeze them in while I’m busy on another job (can’t lose them).

time... time is a big issue right now!

Pity man, my db board move is time sensitive. My renovations have already started so it's going to need to be done pretty soon.

We did a similar exercise a couple of decades ago as part of a rewiring job - the old DB was in the kitchen, right where we wanted a row of cupboards. It was messy and not cheap, but we have never regretted doing so, at least not once the mess was cleaned up.

Yeah, I know for sure it's going to be pricey and expensive... but I'm going to regret not doing it now while we're busy. Also trying to cater for future solar, so moving it will allow for that in the future a lot easier.

Jacques Maree Electrical Contractor.. Used him recently and was very happy with him..

Thanks, will check him out.

 

[CamiKaze]

Roughly, how long should it take to dig a 18m trench and fill it with ReadyMix concrete?

 

[Steamy Tom]

Roughly, how long should it take to dig a 18m trench and fill it with ReadyMix concrete?

how deep and wide? how many guys?

i would probably say its a one day job assuming it is say ~500 deep and wide with 2-3 guys

 

[CamiKaze]

how deep and wide? how many guys?

i would probably say its a one day job assuming it is say ~500 deep and wide with 2-3 guys

500 deep.

These guys want to use 4 guys, R700 each, over a 5 day period...
The ready mix is already doing half the job.

Guess I'm done with them now.