PROJECT : (2) TWO STOREY RESIDENTIAL

BUILDING

LOCATION : BRGY. CADINGLIAN, OTON, ILOILO

OWNER : SPS. EDUARDO & ELSA LABUYO

S P E C I F I C A T I O N S :

Prepared by: Approved by:

Arch. RONNEL M. BOTENES SPS. EDUARDO & ELSA LABUYO

PRC No. : 39968 OWNER
TIN : 499-290-015
PTR No. : 9352993
Date Issued : JAN. 04, 2024
Place Issued : OTON, ILOILO
 SPECIFICATIONS
I. GENERAL CONDITIONS

A) SCOPE
The work to be done shall be of the highest quality workmanship and unless otherwise specified by
the Architect or the Owner, shall be executed in conformity with the approved standard practice of
construction.
B) PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
The plans and specifications are complimentary and anything mentioned in the specifications and not
shown in the drawings or vice versa shall be of like effect as if shown and mentioned on both if no numerical
indications appear in the plans. All drawings shall be carefully followed according to scale, but in the
presence of numerical notations it shall be followed and not the scale of the drawings. In case of discrepancy
in the figures or the drawings, the matter shall be immediately known to the Architect before any adjustment
shall be made.

C) CLEARING CORNER STAKES, BASE LINES AND GRADES

The contractor shall clean the building site of a distance of three meters in all directions from the
building line unless otherwise specified or shown on plans without extra compensation. Provided however
that he shall not be required to clear beyond existing street should the street nearer than three meters to any
building line.

II. EARTHWORKS
A) EXCAVATIONS AND BACKFILLING
All necessary excavations for foundations shall be made to the grade indicated in the plans. Footings
shall not be placed on fill. After all forms have been removed from the footings and the columns, the
backfilling shall be made in layer of not exceeding than twenty centimeters in thickness with each layer
thoroughly tamped and wetted.

B. FILLING MATERIALS
1. Common fill - shall be of approved materials, free from roots and stumps. Materials from excavations
maybe used if it meets the requirements.
2. Select fill -shall be gravel, crushed gravel, crushed rocks or their combinations, free from undesirable
matters.

C) PLACING FILL
The filling shall be laid to grade at twenty centimeters below the elevation of the finished floor line
being placed in layers not exceeding twenty centimeters which shall be tamped and wetted.

D) FINISH GRADING
The contractor shall grade the area included within the clearing lines such finish grading shall be as
indicate in the plans, and in such a manner that run-off water shall be drained directly toward the drain canal.

E) TOP SOIL
Materials from excavations suitable for topsoil shall be deposited in piles separate from other
excavated materials and shall be protected and maintained until needed.
F) BATTERBOARDS
Second class, pest free lumber assembled and rendered secure for proper delineation of building lines
and grades.
III. CONCRETE WORKS
A) MATERIALS
1. Cement - shall meet the requirements for Portland cement in regards to strength, soundness and setting time.
Use Union, APO cement, Mindanao cement or approved equal.
2. Reinforcing steel bars- shall be of intermediate grade and billet steel bars as specified. Use steel conforming
to ASTM standards, deformed, for concrete and masonry reinforcements. Use GA. 16 g.i. Tie wires at joints
or laps or placed reinforcements as indicated in the plans.
3. Fine aggregates- shall consist of clean and hard coarse stone, screaming or other inert materials of similar
characteristics. Use 38 mm. (1 1/2") maximum for slabs and 19 mm. (3/4") for columns and beams.
4. Coarse aggregates- shall consist of clean hard and coarse stones or gravel.
5. Water- clean, free from injurious amount of oil, acids, alkali, organic materials and other deleterious
substances.
6. Sand- clean washed sand, strong, durable and free from organic materials.
7. Forms- for exposed interior and exterior concrete surfaces shall be of plywood thoroughly cleated and tied
together with approved corrosion resistant devices, for hidden concrete surfaces thick plywood shall be used,
the inside of forms shall be coated with oil thoroughly wetted with clean water.

B) CONCRETE MIXTURE PROPORTIONS

1. Class A- 1:2:4, 20.7 MPA (3,000 psi) for footings, beams, columns and suspended slabs.
2. Class B- 1:2 1/2:5, 17.2 MPA (2,500 psi), for slabs on fill.
3. Class C- 1:3:6

C) PLACING OF CONCRETE:
Concrete shall be deposited as nearly as practicable on its final position to avoid segregation due to
re handling and flowing. Once concreting has started it shall be carried on its continuous operation until the
placing of the section or panel is completed or to cut on its construction joints as determined by the Architect
or the Architect or Engineer. The top surface shall be generally level.

IV. MASONRY WORKS

A) MATERIALS
1. Concrete hollow blocks (CHB)- Use 100 mm. (4") and 150mm. 6” thickness as indicated in the plans. Shall
be of standard manufacture machine vibrated and shall have fine and even texture and well-define edges.
2. Mortar proportions- consists of one-part cement and two parts of sand.

B) INSTALLATION
Concrete hollow blocks shall be wetted thoroughly with water prior to laying. All masonry units shall
be laid plumbed leveled and accurately spaced. The blocks should be laid in full-mortar bedding and in such a
way that no cracks are formed between the blocks and the mortar at the time the blocks are placed. The
blocks should be adjusted to its final position while the mortal is still soft and plastic to insure a good bond.
Provide re bars at every second layer horizontally and vertical spacing as shown in the plan

V. CARPENTRY WORKS
A) MATERIALS
1. Lumber- shall be selected quality available, well seasoned thoroughly dry and free from loose, unsound knot
caps and shakes or other imperfections impairing its strength, durability and appearance. All exposed surfaces
shall be planed and
smooth.

2. Plywood
a. 6 mm. (1/4") thick ordinary plywood- for miscellaneous backing, patching, and dividing components and
which are concealed or intended to be painted.
b. hardiflex lite- for ceiling panels at the eaves.
 c. hardiflex lite- for interior ceiling panels.
3. Hardwares and fasteners- use metal nails, screws, plates, straps, miscellaneous fasteners or anchorage
concealed or countersunk whenever called for. Also use weld wood or water resistant glue whenever called
for.

B) ROUGH CARPENTRY
All works shall be fitted and accurately get and rigidly secured in place. Cutting and fitting to
accommodate other works shall be done as required and in good workmanship.

VI. ROOFING
A) MATERIALS
1. Pre Painted long span roofing and Accessories-for main roofing
2. Steel trusses & accessories - for roof framing as indicated in the plans
3. Fasteners and fixations- use appropriate connectors as recommended and approved by the Architect. Apply
fasteners in a neat, consistent, even and standard manner.

VII. DOORS

1. Flush type door - all framing, solid cores, lock blocks, ribs, edging, core veneers and face veneers shall be
of selected grade tangle and free from loose and unsound knots or other imperfections that may impair its
strength and appearance. Plywood shall be 6 mm. (1/4") thick face veneers of selected grades and color. Use
ordinary plywood on both faces for bedroom and one side ordinary, one side marine plywood for exit and
toilet and bath doors.

Note: All lumber to be used shall have a moisture content not to exceed 12%.

Finish Hardwares:
* Kwikset (U.S) or approved equal - for main door, for all bedrooms, comfort room doors.

VIII. WINDOWS
* Windows are as indicated in the schedule of doors and windows. All windows shall have proper grills as
specified and designed by the Architect.
Use sun bronze or dark gray glass panels on aluminum frame.

IX. FINISHING AND PAINTING WORKS

* Plain cement finish - consisting of one (1) part of cement and two (2) parts of clean, washed sand.
Workmanship shall be even, clean, plumb and true to line. For building exterior and portions in the interior as
directed by the Architect.

2. Special Finishes
* Imported quality tiles – for areas specified in the plans
* Vitrified tiles - use .20 x .20 m. vitrified tiles for toilet and bath floor finishes. Polished concrete flooring
and glazed tiles for kitchen top. Use ABC grout on joints. Color to be approved by the Architect.

3. Painting - All paints and varnish shall be subject to inspection and approval of the Architect. All paints
shall be delivered to the site of work in its original containers and sealed. All exposed finish hardware,
lighting fixtures and accessories, glasses and the like shall be adequately protected that these are not stained
with paint and other painting materials prior to painting works. All other surfaces, which would, endangered
by stains and paint marks should be taped and covered with craft paper or equal
Workmanship in general:
a. Mix paint with proper consistency. Apply paints evenly and brush efficiently to minimize brush marks.
b. Stir paint thoroughly to keep pigment in even suspension when paint is being applied.
c. Except as otherwise directed by the Architect, apply paints in three coats (priming, body and finish). Allow
each coat to dry thoroughly before the succeeding coat is applied. In general, unless otherwise instructed by
 the Architect provide not less than 48 hours as the time between the application of succeeding coats. Let
the Architect or his representative inspect and approve each coat before the succeeding coat is applied.
d. If surfaces are not fully covered or cannot be satisfactorily finished in the number of coats specified,
apply subsequent coats to attain the desired evenness of paint without extra cost to the Owner.
e. Touch up knots, pitch streaks, sappy spots, etc. where finish calls for interior paint or enamel. For exteriors,
use an approve sealer.
f. Sand smooth woodwork to be finished with enamel or varnish. Use fine sand paper between coats of enamel
or varnish applied to wood or metal to produce an even smooth surface.
g. Do not paint exterior while surface is damp or during rainy or damp weather.
h. Do necessary puttying of nail holes, cracks, etc. after the prime coat has been applied. Bring putty flush
with adjoining surface in a neat, workmanlike manner.
i. Tint undercoats of paint or enamel to same or approximate shade of final coat.
j. Protect to remove hardware’s, hardware accessories, plates, lighting fixtures and other similar items during
the painting operation and reinstall them after completion of work.
Use leading paint brand or approved equal.

PROJECT : (2) TWO STOREY RESIDENTIAL

BUILDING

LOCATION : BRGY. CADINGLIAN, OTON, ILOILO

OWNER : SPS. EDUARDO & ELSA LABUYO

I. GENERAL PLUMBING NOTES
A) GENERAL
1. All plumbing works herein shall be executed according to the requirements of the revised national plumbing
code and the rules and regulations of the existing local code and ordinances. Nothing contained on the
drawings shall be constituted as to conflict with the national local ordinances or laws governing the
implementation of plumbing works.
2. It is not intended that the drawing shall show every pipe fitting valve, and appliances, furnish and install, if
necessary all such item whether specifically mentioned or not, or indicated on drawings, to complete system
in accordance with the best practice of the plumbing trade.
3. Soil and wastepipes shall be properly aligned and installed at a uniform grade of not less than 2% and
anchored at intervals 1.50%m, not to exceed 2.00m.
4. All sewer, soil and wastepipe lines shall be PVC pipes, waterlines shall be G.I. pipes scheduled 40, or
equivalent.
5. Pipes shall be installed as indicated, any relocation required for proper execution of other trades shall be with
prior approval of the Master Plumber.
6. All vent-thru roof pipes shall have a clear roofing elevation of at least 300m.
7. All plumbing works shall be done under the direct supervision of the Master Plumber.
8. Septic vault should be located at a safety distance from a water source of potable water (i.g.) deepwell to
prevent contamination and preferably 25m away as per section 13(B) PD 856.
9. Septic vault shall be constructed watertight/waterproof to eliminate seepage.
10. Outflow from the septic vault shall be discharged directly to the street drainage. Drain pipe and catch basin
discharging outflow from the septic vault shall also be constructed watertight/waterproof to prevent leakage to
percolate to the ground.
11. As stated on PD 1096, otherwise known as the National Building Code of the Philippines, section 902. Water
supply system: (a) Whenever available, the potable water requirements for a building used for human
habitation shall be supplied from existing municipal or city works system.
12. Materials and equipment necessary for work to be done under a permit when placed or stored on public
properly shall not obstruct, free and convenient approach to and use of catch basins or manhole shall not
interfere with any drainage of any street or alley.

B) TRAPS
1. Except for the presence of grease interceptor and other devices where the trap is an integral part of the
equipment with a trap every fixture and other equipment requiring connection to the drainage system.
2. Set each trap as close as possible to the fixtures served and render level with respect to their water seal.

C. PIPE INSTALLATIONS
1. Furnish and install necessary pipe sleeves, hangers and supports at proper and appropriate location. Never install
pipes through columns, footing, beam or other structural members unless clearly note in the drawing or with
written approval of the Master Plumber.
2. Make all pipes sleeves secure in place. Sizes of sleeves to provide approximately 1/4inch clearance around
the incoming pipe, use cast iron pipe, wrought iron, or steel pipe for pipe sleeves in general.
3. Support rigidly all piping along surfaces by means of approved support piping to maintain required position
and pitching of line to prevent vibration and to secure piping in place arrange so as to provide for expansion
and construction.
4. For piping along concrete surfaces, use cast steel insert of a type which reserves a machine bolt and permit
fine adjustments for bolt installed before the concrete is poured.
5. Support exposed vertical runs of pipe with wrought iron clamps or collar spaced not over 3m. apart. For
risers, use heavy duty blacksmith construction friction clamps at their base on floors.

D) PLUMBING FIXTURES
1. Install all plumbing fixtures free and open in a manner to afford access for cleaning furnish with brackets
cleats, plates and anchor required to support the fixtures rigidly in place.

E) TAPPING TO FIXTURE
1. Make connection between fixtures and flanged and soil pipe absolutely gas free and water tight and sealed
with an approved setting compound.
2. For pipe terminals intended to be tapped to fixtures, practice care and precision in determining outlet or inlet
locations during the pipe installation stage and considering the specific finished space housing such fixtures.
 3. For an array of fixtures in one space and where distance between fixture and fixtures to walls are critical, use
guide templates in locating the exact sitting of fixtures that tapping point location supply drain pipes are
pinpointed.

F) CLEANING AND PAINTING

1. Rid all exposed metal surfaces of grease, dirt and other foreign materials.
2. Apply one coat of acid resisting paint having a bituminous base, all exterior surfaces of piping to be installed in or
through concrete floor, fill and finishes.
3. Clean thoroughly and paint with one coat of red lead and a finish coat of oil enamel paint, all pipe supports and
other iron works in concealed space.

G) WATER PIPES, FITTINGS AND CONNECTION

1. Install all piping in strict accordance with the manufacturing instructions and
Specifications:
2. Make all run of water, piping as indicated in the drawing, cut all pipes accurately to measurements and works
into place without wrinkling or forcing, nor causing structural portions of the building to weaken. Never bury
any water piping in floors unless specially in the drawings or approved by the Master Plumber.
4. Keep away at a sufficient distance but not less than 1/2 inch (125mm) all service pipes, valves fitting from surface
and location which may require finish coats or covering.
5. Extend the piping to all fixtures, outlet and equipments from required gate valves installed in each branch near
risers.
6. Where branch serves more than one fixture, increase the size of the branch
proportionally.
7. Caps or plug end of pipe and outlet, and leave ready for future connections.

H. OTHERS
1. Pipe shall be installed as indicated. Any relocation required for proper execution of other trade shall be
prior for approval of the engineer.
2. All slopes for horizontal branch (sewer) shall maintain 2% minimum unless noted otherwise.
3. All fixtures shall be vented, unless otherwise indicated.
4. The contractor shall determine the actual location depth, and invert elevation of existing pipes and structure to
conform with the proposed sanitary utilities.
5. Refer to technical specifications for detailed material and equipment specifications.

SUGGESTED SIZE OF SEPTIC TANKS IN METERS

NUMBER OF INSIDE DIMENSION OF DIGESTION CHAMBER

PERSON SERVED D=DEPTH W=WIDTH L=LENGTH Volume
10 1.20 M. 0.90 M. 1.80 M. 1.944 CU. M.
15 1.20 M. 1.10 M. 2.20 M. 2.904 CU. M.
20 1.2OM. 1.25 M. 2.50 M. 3.75O CU.M.
25 1.20 M. 1.40 M. 2.80 M. 4.704 CU.M.
30 1.30 M. 1.50 M. 3.00 M. 5.85 CU.M.
35 1.30 M. 1.60 M. 3.20 M. 6.65 CU.M.
40 1.40 M. 1.65 M. 3.30 M. 7.623 CU.M.
45 1.40 M. 1.75 M. 3.50 M. 8.57 CU.M.
 50 1.50 M. 1.80 M. 3.60 M. 9.72 CU.M.
60 1.50 M. 1.95 M. 3.00 M. 11.4075 CU.M.
70 1.50 M. 2.00 M. 4.00 M. 12.00 CU.M.
80 1.60 M. 2.20 M. 4.40 M. 15.488 CU.M.
90 1.80 M. 2.30 M. 4.60 M. 19.044 CU.M.
100 1.80 M. 2.50 M. 5.00 M. 22.5 CU.M.

H) LOCATION/ FEATURES
1. Septic tanks should be located not less than 15m. away from potable water to prevent contamination.
2. Where there is public sewer pipe septic tanks are not allowed.
3. No septic tank shall be installed within or under a house.
4. The inlet and outlet are submerged so as not to disturb the sludge or scum.
5. The bottom of the tank should slope (1:10) minimum towards the manhole in the center to facilitate
cleaning.
6. The top cover and the manhole are usually extended 15cm. above the surface of soil to overcome surface
water infiltration.

TECHNICAL DATA IN DETERMINING VOLUME OF SEPTIC TANK

1. Minimum width = 0.90 m.

2. Minimum width = 1.50 m.
3. Minimum depth = 1.20 m.
4. For residential = allocate 0.14 to 0.17 cubic of liquid per person.
5. To serve 12 persons = not more than 2.0cu.m.
6. For school industrial establishment = volume should not be less than 0.057cu.m. nor more than
0.086cu.m. per person.

PREPARED BY:

Master Plumber
PRC REG. No.
TIN NO.
PTR NO.
PLACE ISSUED:
DATE ISSUED:

PROJECT : (2) TWO STOREY RESIDENTIAL

BUILDING

LOCATION : BRGY. CADINGLIAN, OTON, ILOILO

OWNER : SPS. EDUARDO & ELSA LABUYO

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
E-101
All works shall be done in accordance with the Latest Edition of the Philippine Electrical Code and
subject to the general requirements which shall be included as part of this Specifications and shall
 apply to all Electrical Works.
E-102
All Electrical works shall be done in accordance with the Rules and Regulations and Ordinances of
the local enforcing authorities and the requirements of the Local Power Company.
E-103
All electrical works shall be guaranteed that all Electrical System are free from any defect according
to materials and workmanship for the period specified upon the date of acceptance of the
Electrical Works.
E-104
All duplex convenience outlets and lighting pole switches shall be “Flush Type” rated not below 10
amperes.
E-105
Mounting heights of Panel boards, switches and outlets shall be suited according to requirements
indicated .
E-106
All terminations shall be done on junction boxes with cover of approved type.
E-107
All Air Circuit Breakers shall have proper voltage rating and ampacity rating according to usage and
of approved type according to Philippine Standards.
E-108
All fluorescent lamp shall be provided with normal power factor ballast on industrial type frame
unless otherwise specified by the Supervising Electrical Engineer in conformity with the latest edition
of the Philippine Electrical Code.
E-109
Convenience outlets – white, flush type plates, with amperage as required.
E-110
Switches – white, flush type plates, with amperage as required.
E-111
Wires - Columbia or approved equal.
E-112
Conduits - use flexible conduit pipes. Moldflex or approved equal.
E-113
+
Provide adequate and effective grounding system.

PREPARED BY :

PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

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