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There are a couple discussions that cover the merits (or futility) of lightning rod systems. But I am specifically looking for a retail location that sells the parts, my electrician is willing to install the equipment  if I supply the materials. I have a steel house with a steel roof so I would be needing aluminum conductor cable and the associated aluminum parts.

Anyone know of a source for parts/cable etc?
Thanks!

I have been trying off and on over the last few weeks to check prices for BKK to LAX in January 2012 on EVAAIR.com and I keep getting  "We’re sorry! There is no available fare to fit your itinerary. Please contact usfor assistance."


I've booked many tickets directly with them and never had any problems (except when they canceled the BKK to NYC flight). At first I thought it was some strange computer glitch but this morning I finally called and was told that "Prices aren't available for next year yet...Maybe at the end of this month...An agent won't have prices either."    WTF!?

Does anyone else think this is strange? Is EVA going under or something!? Is there anyone out there that has tickets booked for 2012 with EVA?

I am looking for a consultant with experience and knowledge with waterproofing, roofing, and drainage issues. Does anyone know of a company or individual in Bangkok that offers these services? (Not interested in calling out a roofing company for a free consultation...I already know what their recommendation is going to be!)

I've got a 20 year old university building with several different types of roofs, 15-20 different roof levels/sections and leaks all over. I've got a pretty good handle on the problem spots but I would like to find someone with more experience with the tropical weather conditions and Thai construction methods to review the situation and recommend a course of action.

English speaking would be very helpful but is not required. Could be an expat but I've got a pretty modest budget.


(If it's okay I posted this over in the Business Services section as well.)

I am looking for a consultant with experience and knowledge with waterproofing, roofing, and drainage issues. Does anyone know of a company or individual in Bangkok that offers these services? (Not interested in calling out a roofing company for a free consultation...I already know what their recommendation is going to be!)

I've got a 20 year old university building with several different types of roofs, 15-20 different roof levels/sections and leaks all over. I've got a pretty good handle on the problem spots but I would like to find someone with more experience with the tropical weather conditions and Thai construction methods to review the situation and recommend a course of action.

English speaking would be very helpful but is not required. Could be an expat but I've got a pretty modest budget.


(If it's okay I may post this over in the DIY section as well since its construction related.)

My wife and I are building a "Modern" or "Contemporary" house in Nonthaburi....Just wanted to share a link for our blog: http://www.ifitsaperfectday.com/

I realize it isn't the style of most Thai Visa members but figured someone out there might find the approach interesting. We are both architects (licensed) from the US, but she's Thai and I've been here long enough to know that we have an uphill battle. We aren't trying to break the Thai system or impose our American standards (insert scatological pun here), but we do think that there are smarter ways to build in this context. For us this house is a step towards finding those ways and we hope that when the dust settles we're a little bit smarter.

The building is just under 300 square meters which is divided into living space, a design studio and a metal/wood/ceramic workshop. Our structure is steel moment-frame with hollow core slabs and light gauge metal framing. The goal is to build a light weight, well insulated building with a structure that allows for maximum future utility. We hope that our design practice takes off in which case the whole building could convert to office/studio. But if the practice dwindles and the family grows nurseries and playrooms can be added within the existing structure. Or if we skip town altogether the whole thing can be converted to small retail/rental units.

Since we were designing the house for ourselves we don't have any of the usual renderings or presentation models...just lots of rough study models. I've included a photo of one that represents the overall design the best (but doesn't really represent materials and finishes). The basic approach was to take cues from the original thai house and just follow the guidelines for good design in tropical climates.

I've gathered a lot of good info from this forum so if anyone has questions let me know.

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