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Construction is hard enough in T&T, without a lack of available information about building. This is a list of links we think you may find useful.

Pro vs. CONstruction

PvC

My pet flashcard project. Vital information. Easily digestable bits to help you along your way. More coming soon.

Food, Not Lawns

http://www.foodnotlawns.com

Food Not Lawns was founded in 1999 by a group of Food Not Bombs activists in Eugene, Oregon. In 2006, a co-founder of the group, Heather Jo Flores, published her book, Food Not Lawns, How to Turn your Yard into a Garden and Your Neighborhood into a Community. Now, with over 50 chapters worldwide, we are a global community of avant gardeners, working together to grow and share food, seeds, skills and resources. Here's a fun historical timeline (it's a work in progress!)

Mortgage Calculator

via Home Mortgage Bank

Get an idea of your estimated construction budget with this handy tool or make an appointment at your favorite financial institution.

Help Me Construction

Help Me Construction Facebook page

HELP ME CONSTRUCTION represents Trinidad and Tobago’s premier and only construction magazine and resource book to date. From a project’s initial design, it’s foundation to finish, HELP ME CONSTRUCTION is a MUST HAVE booklet for all individuals and commercial entities embarking on the daunting task of building.

From ashy to classy... turning pallets into this sweet, jumbo ottoman. Seats 4, sleeps 1. 🤣 1 down, 5 more to go. Wedding season at La Soledad Estate

This ish is🍌🍌(B-A-N-A-N-A-S)! Hand painted hardwood tiles???? I could think of a million uses for these gems!! @mirthstudio doing HUGE things in the mass customization game!

Here’s one way to enjoy the rain. Swap out that boring pvc downspout for a rain chain. Any chain will do. Oh and it doesn’t stop there. This stone pit outside the front door is also a great place to wash sandy feet after a day at the beach #ajdesigned #rainydays #islandlife #rainchain #jaderenovation

Installation was a PITA but it’s done and a beauty. What do you do when you have left over I-beams know project? Make a kick-ass modern fountain. That’s what! #jaderenovation #modern #ajdesigned #architect #waterfountain #navyandcopper

When life gives you steel beams, build a water feature. Sooooo modern. Really loving the double spillway action. The fabricator finally finished and I couldn’t be happier. He handled everything I threw at him on this project with skill and dexterity. Next up, seal, paint and install. More pics to come #ajdesigned #jaderenovation #backyardtransformation #waterfeature #waterfountain #modern #spillway

JMMB Express Finance 🎀 cutting. I don’t always do commercial work but I can’t resist a small space redesign, plus I gotta help my brother. Congratulations bro!!! Big day for you #jmmb #jmmbexpress #ajdesigned

Be on the lookout for our latest Pro vs. Construction tips and two page spread in Help Me Construction 2018. Get a free copy of T&T premier, full colour construction directory today! #provsconstruction #ajdesigned #helpmeconstruction #construction @a.n._media_limited

Please try this a home folks. Don’t be afraid to match styles. A whole lot of modern with a bright pop of retro. #jaderenovation #ajdesigned #chaguanas #trinidad

One way to maximize cabinet space in a small kitchen is take your uppers all the way to the ceiling. And because we’re so stylish, we took the backsplash there too #jaderenovation #homedecoration @ajdesignedtt #swanky

Pro vs. CONstruction

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pvc 001 - always hire a professional

While it's always tempting to go with the cheapest option, not getting the best person for the job could cost you more in the long run.

pvc 002 - know your budget

Don't begin to plan your project without knowing how much you can afford to spend.

pvc 003 - honour the code

Believe it or not, Trinidad & Tobago construction is governed by several building codes and ordinances, and while they aren't strictly enforced, adhereing to them are for your own protection. Don't take short cuts.