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mtorres1131
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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Building Permit by fincanuevacreacion
Hello, I have land and a beginning farm in Humacao, but haven't built a house yet. I found one builder that I like so far. I also have a finalized drawing done on a computer program. It's a simple 40x40 concrete block house with a concrete roof. The ...
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More expensive? interesting. From what I’ve researched ICF has an advantage on labor because of the speed of construction with the use of the forms and micro rebar. Also energy consumption is less long term because of the insulation. (shit, ... Read More
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Building Permit by fincanuevacreacion
Hello, I have land and a beginning farm in Humacao, but haven't built a house yet. I found one builder that I like so far. I also have a finalized drawing done on a computer program. It's a simple 40x40 concrete block house with a concrete roof. The ...
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Since you have your own drawings have you considered ICF construction? Read More
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Building Permit Revisions-Help by judyvillacis
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ...
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Wow I’m excited for you. If I’m not mistaken your project is in Manatí? Read More
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Building Permit Revisions-Help by judyvillacis
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ...
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@judyvillacis I am considering Carribean ICF Solutions but I’m not ready. I’d like to know how your project goes. Read More
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Building Permit Revisions-Help by judyvillacis
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ...
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@Noel Cruz MainAwesome would love to see how it goes. Read More
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Building Permit Revisions-Help by judyvillacis
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ...
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Just curious are you still doing pre fab with Casa Mi Ahnelo? Read More
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Looking for contractors in Vega Alta Puerto rico by New Yorican
I have a couple homes that need work. One needs a driveway and landscaping around the home. The other needs paint in and out . Does anyone have any leads?
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*** text or call Read More
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Looking for contractors in Vega Alta Puerto rico by New Yorican
I have a couple homes that need work. One needs a driveway and landscaping around the home. The other needs paint in and out . Does anyone have any leads?
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Ok I’ll ask tomorrow morning Read More
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Looking for contractors in Vega Alta Puerto rico by New Yorican
I have a couple homes that need work. One needs a driveway and landscaping around the home. The other needs paint in and out . Does anyone have any leads?
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The guys take care of my place every month. I’m not sure if they design but it’s worth a shot to ask. What are the general areas in Vega Alta? Read More
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Looking for contractors in Vega Alta Puerto rico by New Yorican
I have a couple homes that need work. One needs a driveway and landscaping around the home. The other needs paint in and out . Does anyone have any leads?
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@New Yorican I know landscapers. They work out of Ciales they may take work in Vega Baja. I can ask. Read More
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New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
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Hi Ken I should have specified that CICFS is not a contractor but materials provider and they advertise that they provide a ton of support. Here’s a link https://caribbeanicfsolutions.com/ you can get a better idea of what they do. I did ... Read More
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New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
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I have not built yet. Considering at the moment. Mr. Fernando Martinez of CICFS (Carribean Insulated Concrete Form Solutions) is a prospect. Read More
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New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
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Hi Jen! Thanks for replying! I was thinking about building with ICF. However I have looked at modulars such as CasaBella. Read More
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New members of the Puerto Rico forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Puerto Rico forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
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Hi everyone, My name is Marcel, my wife and I purchased a small piece of land South of Manati in Ciales last year. The plan is to build a home and eventually move there. Read More