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Megward Construction, Hilado Street , Brgy. Villamonte, Bacolod CIty (2026)

30/03/2026

🏗️ 𝐌𝐄𝐆𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 DESIGN & BUILD PROCESS (Step-by-Step guide on what to expect when you engage our construction services)

1. Project Inquiry & Client Briefing
• Meet client and gather requirements:
• Purpose (residential, commercial, fit-out, etc.)
• Budget range
• Lot details / unit size
• Target completion date
• Site inspection (if applicable)
• Initial feasibility check (zoning, access, utilities)

👉 Output:
• Project brief
• Rough budget range

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2. Conceptual Design Phase
• Prepare:
• Space planning
• Initial layout / floor plans
• Basic 3D perspective (optional but recommended)
• Align design with budget (very important in D&B)

👉 Output:
• Concept drawings
• Initial cost estimate (ROM – Rough Order of Magnitude)

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3. Design Development
• Refine approved concept:
• Architectural plans (detailed)
• Structural concept
• Basic MEPF (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire)
• Material selection (tiles, finishes, fixtures)

👉 Output:
• Developed drawings
• Updated cost estimate (more accurate)

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4. Detailed Engineering & Construction Drawings
• Complete full set of plans:
• Architectural
• Structural (with calculations)
• Electrical layout
• Plumbing & sanitary
• Fire protection
• Coordination between all disciplines (avoid clashes)

👉 Output:
• Issued-for-permit drawings
• Detailed Bill of Quantities (BOQ)

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5. Permits & Approvals
• Secure permits based on local codes (e.g. following National Building Code of the Philippines):
• Building permit
• Electrical permit
• Sanitary/plumbing permit
• Fire safety clearance
• Liaise with LGU and regulatory agencies

👉 Output:
• Approved permits
• Authority to construct

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6. Final Costing & Contract Signing
• Submit:
• Final quotation (based on detailed plans)
• Project timeline (Gantt chart)
• Agree on:
• Payment terms (mobilization, progress billing)
• Scope of work
• Contract signing

👉 Output:
• Signed Design & Build Agreement

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7. Pre-Construction Phase
• Mobilization planning:
• Site clearing
• Temporary facilities
• Safety setup
• Procurement of materials
• Final scheduling

👉 Output:
• Construction schedule
• Mobilization readiness

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8. Construction Phase

Typical sequence:
1. Site works / excavation
2. Foundation
3. Structural works
4. Masonry
5. Roofing
6. MEPF installation
7. Finishes (tiles, paint, ceiling, etc.)
8. Fixtures & equipment

• Continuous:
• Quality control
• Cost monitoring
• Progress reporting

👉 Output:
• Physical project completion (substantial)

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9. Testing, Commissioning & Punchlisting
• Test systems:
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• HVAC (if any)
• Identify defects (punchlist)
• Rectify issues

👉 Output:
• Completed, functional project

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10. Project Turnover
• Deliver:
• As-built plans
• Warranties
• Operation manuals
• Final inspection with client

👉 Output:
• Turnover certificate
• Project acceptance

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11. Post-Construction Support
• Warranty period (typically 6–12 months)
• Maintenance support if included

28/03/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐠𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 ongoing fit-out/renovation project @ 2 Regis, The Upper East, Megaworld.

From Planning to Implementation, from Start to Finish; Experience professional construction here at Megward Construction.
𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒:
🟢 Consultation (w/site visit) & Estimates
🟢 Architectural Designs & Concepts
🟢 Plans (w/sign&seal) & Permitting
🟢 Post Construction Permitting (Occupancy Permits)
🟢 Structural Analysis
🟢 New Construction and Renovation
🟢 Surveying Services
🟢 Solar Installations
🟢 Construction Materials Supplier
𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭/𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐮𝐬:
📍 Hilado St., Bacolod City, Neg. Occ.
📧 [email protected]
🇫 Megward Construction
▶ Megward Construction
🌐 www.megwardconstruction.com
☎ (034) 467-8120
📱 09624928921

06/02/2026

Ano ang Soil Bearing Capacity?

👉 Simpleng paliwanag

Ang soil bearing capacity ay ang bigat na kayang buhatin ng lupa nang hindi ito lumulubog, bumibigay, o nagkaka-problema.

Sa madaling salita:

Gaano kabigat ang kayang pasanin ng lupa sa ilalim ng bahay.

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🧍‍♂️ Simpleng halimbawa

Isipin mo ito:
• Nakatayo ka sa semento → hindi ka lulubog
• Nakatayo ka sa putik → lulubog ka

👉 Ibig sabihin, mahina ang putik, matibay ang semento.
Ganyan din ang lupa sa ilalim ng bahay.

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🏠 Bakit mahalaga ito sa bahay?

Kung masyadong mabigat ang bahay at mahina ang lupa:
• Lulubog ang pundasyon
• Magkakaroon ng bitak ang pader at sahig
• Tabingi ang bahay
• Mahirap buksan ang pinto at bintana

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🧱 Paano inaayos ng engineer?

Kung mahina ang lupa, puwedeng:
• Palakihin ang footing (mas malapad ang pundasyon)
• Palalimin ang pundasyon
• Palitan ang uri ng pundasyon (raft o piles)

👉 Para hatiin ang bigat at hindi magsiksikan sa lupa.

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🌍 Anong lupa ang matibay, anong mahina?

Uri ng lupa Lakas
Bato / rock 💪💪💪 Pinaka-matibay
Graba 💪💪
Buhangin 💪
Luad / clay 😐
Malambot na putik ❌ Mahina

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⚠️ Ano mangyayari kung hindi ito sinuri?
• Bitak sa pader
• Lumulubog ang bahay
• Sayang ang gastos sa repair
• Delikado sa katagalan

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💡 Simpleng tandaan

Kahit gaano katibay ang bahay, kung mahina ang lupa—may problema.

30/01/2026

🧱 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐓𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 - 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬

Concrete cover is the clear distance from the surface of reinforcing steel to the concrete surface.
It is not just a detailing requirement — it is a durability and safety requirement.

✅ Purpose of Concrete Cover

🔹 Corrosion Protection
• Protects steel reinforcement from moisture, chlorides, carbonation, and other environmental agents that cause corrosion.

🔹 Fire Resistance
• Provides thermal insulation to the steel in fire conditions, helping maintain structural capacity longer during fire exposure.

🔹 Bond and Anchorage
• Ensures sufficient bond between concrete and steel for effective stress transfer (shear and tension).

🔹 Durability and Service Life
• Adequate cover helps the structure achieve its intended service life with reduced maintenance needs.

📏 MINIMUM CONCRETE COVER REQUIREMENTS as per National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP)
(See attached infographic)

📌 Important Notes

🔹 Larger bar diameters require larger concrete cover
🔹 Bundled bars require cover based on the equivalent bundle diameter
🔹 More aggressive environments may require additional cover
🔹 Insufficient cover = corrosion, spalling, and reduced service life

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🧠 Proper Concrete Cover = durable and safe structures
📘 Always follow NSCP minimum requirements — they are minimums, not suggestions.

23/01/2026

How to address set back violation and get approved for occupancy permit.

1. What happens if building setbacks were not followed?

A. It is a zoning and building code violation

Failure to follow setbacks violates:
• NBCP (PD 1096) – Building Code
• IRR of PD 1096
• Local Zoning Ordinance / CLUP
• Often Fire Code (RA 9514) if fire clearances are affected

This is not a minor issue because setbacks relate to:
• Fire safety access
• Light and ventilation
• Emergency egress
• Right-of-way and neighboring property rights

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B. Typical consequences

Depending on LGU and severity:
1. Notice of Violation (NOV) from the OBO
2. Stop-use or non-issuance of Occupancy Permit
3. Administrative fines and penalties
4. Requirement to revise plans or demolish portions
5. In severe cases: Condemnation or court action

⚠️ Important:
Even if the building is structurally safe, no Occupancy Permit = legally unusable (no business permit, water, power issues, no bank financing).

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2. Can you still get an Occupancy Permit?

👉 Yes, but NOT automatically.
There are only limited legal paths, depending on how serious the setback violation is.

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3. Legal options to resolve setback violations

OPTION 1: Apply for a Revised As-Built Plan (Most common first step)

Process:
1. Hire an Architect / Engineer to prepare AS-BUILT plans
2. Submit revised plans to OBO showing:
• Actual setbacks
• Encroachments
• Fire safety compliance
3. OBO evaluates if the violation is:
• Minor and tolerable, or
• Critical and unsafe

✅ Works if:
• Violation is small (e.g., few centimeters)
• Does NOT affect fire access or public safety
• No encroachment on public property

❌ Will fail if:
• Setback is required but none was provided
• Firewalls/openings violate Fire Code
• Structure encroaches on RROW or easement

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OPTION 2: Variance or Exception (Zoning-based remedy)

You may apply for a Variance from the Local Zoning Board.

✅ Possible only if:
• You prove hardship not self-created
• No adverse impact on neighbors
• Supported by technical justification
• Endorsed by CPDO and approved by SB

❌ Usually denied if:
• Owner knowingly ignored setbacks
• Residential area with strict zoning
• Fire safety is compromised

⚠️ Variance is not a right, it is a privilege.

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OPTION 3: Partial demolition / alteration (Most painful but safest)

If violation is non-negotiable:
• Demolish encroaching portion
• Modify openings, firewalls, projections
• Restore required setbacks
• Reinspect and reapply for Occupancy Permit

This is often required when:
• Setback = fire clearance
• Adjacent property is affected
• Public safety is involved

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OPTION 4: Payment of fines only (Rare and LGU-dependent)

Some LGUs allow:
• Payment of penalties
• Technical justification
• Fire clearance approval

⚠️ This is NOT guaranteed and not legally consistent nationwide.
Never assume fines alone will solve the issue.

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4. What will NOT work ❌
• “It’s already built, so approve it”
• Backdating permits
• Political endorsement without technical basis
• Occupying the building without permit (this worsens penalties)

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5. Step-by-step recommended approach
1. Request a formal inspection from OBO
2. Identify exact setback violations (quantify them)
3. Prepare As-Built Plans
4. Coordinate with:
• OBO
• CPDO (Zoning)
• BFP (Fire Clearance)
5. Determine:
• If variance is possible
• If alteration is required
6. Comply → Reinspect → Apply for Occupancy Permit

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6. Professional advice (important)

If setbacks were violated:
• Involve both an Architect and Civil Engineer
• Early coordination with OBO and BFP saves time
• Do not proceed blindly—each LGU applies rules differently

20/01/2026

What happens if you revised the approved building plans during actual construction?

How do you get an occupancy permit if the actual construction is not according to plan?

These are the common questions of home owners who, for some reason, initiated major revisions during the construction phase. No worries, there are legitimate work arounds if you find yourself in this situation.

Below is a clear, practical explanation, framed in the Philippine building permit / occupancy permit context, since that’s where most issues arise.

❓ What if the approved plan was NOT followed?

Legal effect of a revision
• The original Building Permit no longer fully applies
• The LGU (OBO) considers the unapproved portions as unauthorized construction
• You must submit a Revised Building Permit (As-Built or Amended Plans)

⚠️ If you don’t revise:
• You cannot legally obtain an Occupancy Permit
• You may face fines, penalties, or correction orders

✔️ You can still get an Occupancy Permit
❌ BUT only after submitting AS-BUILT / REVISED PLANS

There are no shortcuts.

📝 What must be done?

1️⃣ Compare approved plans vs actual construction
2️⃣ Prepare AS-BUILT / REVISED PLANS
3️⃣ Structural re-analysis & safety certification
4️⃣ Apply for Revised Building Permit (with penalties if applicable)
5️⃣ Secure FSIC from BFP
6️⃣ Apply for Occupancy Permit

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⚠️ Why this is important

❌ No Occupancy Permit =
• No legal use of the building
• No business permit
• No insurance or bank approval
• Risk of violation or closure

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✅ Professional tip

As-built plans are not optional — they are your legal protection.
Never ask engineers to “just sign.” Safety and accountability matter.

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📌 Planning to revise or already built differently?
Consult your Architect & Structural Engineer early to avoid costly corrections later.

👉 Follow our page for more engineering + construction tips explained simply 💡

18/01/2026

Skip the hassle of planning and permitting for your new home. Megward Construction is your one-stop shop for your construction related concerns.

From Planning to Implementation, from Start to Finish; Experience professional construction here at Megward Construction.
𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒:
🟢 Consultation (w/site visit) & Estimates
🟢 Architectural Designs & Concepts
🟢 Plans (w/sign&seal) & Permitting
🟢 Post Construction Permitting (Occupancy Permits)
🟢 Structural Analysis
🟢 New Construction and Renovation
🟢 Surveying Services
🟢 Solar Installations
🟢 Construction Materials Supplier
𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭/𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐮𝐬:
📍 Hilado St., Bacolod City, Neg. Occ.
📧 [email protected]
🇫 Megward Construction
▶ Megward Construction
🌐 www.megwardconstruction.com
☎ (034) 467-8120
📱 09624928921

18/01/2026

A carefully thought 3 Bedroom, 2 Storey Residential plan for a client in Bacolod.

From Planning to Implementation, from Start to Finish; Experience professional construction here at Megward Construction.
𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒:
🟢 Consultation (w/site visit) & Estimates
🟢 Complete Set of Plans w/ Sign & Seal
🟢 Building Permit Assistance
🟢 Post Construction Permitting (Occupancy Permits)
🟢 Structural Analysis
🟢 New Construction and Renovation Contractor
🟢 Surveying Services
🟢 Solar Installations
🟢 Construction Materials Supplier
𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭/𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐮𝐬:
📍 Hilado St., Bacolod City, Neg. Occ.
📧 [email protected]
🇫 Megward Construction
▶ Megward Construction
🌐 www.megwardconstruction.com
☎ (034) 467-8120
📱0962-4928921

11/01/2026

Ground Beam and initial columns for one of our 2-storey mixed occupancy project. Ground beams are used for lateral stability during earthquakes and wind forces. When designed properly, it can also act as a load-bearing beam to support concrete walls instead of wall footing.

09/01/2026

Cement Types and Uses

🏗️ ASTM C150 – Portland Cement

(Traditional cement)

🔹 Type I – General Use
✔ Beams, slabs, columns, pavements

🔹 Type II – Moderate Sulfate Resistance
✔ Foundations, moderate sulfate soils

🔹 Type III – High Early Strength
✔ Precast, fast-track works, repairs

🔹 Type IV – Low Heat
✔ Dams, large raft foundations

🔹 Type V – High Sulfate Resistance
✔ Marine works, sewage plants

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🌱 ASTM C595 – Blended Cement

(Most common in modern construction)

🔹 Type IP (Pozzolan / PPC)
✔ Buildings, mass concrete, reduced cracking

🔹 Type IS (Slag / PSC)
✔ Coastal structures, basements

🔹 Type IL (Limestone)
✔ General construction, low-carbon concrete

🔹 Type IT (Ternary Blend)
✔ High durability, sustainable projects

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⚙️ ASTM C1157 – Performance Cement

(Performance-based, flexible composition)

✔ GU – General use
✔ HE – High early strength
✔ MS / HS – Sulfate resistance
✔ LH / MH – Low or moderate heat

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🧱 ASTM C91 – Masonry Cement

✔ CHB laying & plastering
❌ Not for reinforced concrete

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✅ Professional Tip

ASTM C595 and C1157 cements are preferred today due to better durability, lower heat, and sustainability.

08/01/2026

🏗️ 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐄𝐋 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐒 & 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐈𝐑 𝐔𝐒𝐄𝐒

(Quick Guide for Construction & Engineering)

Not all steel is the same. Choosing the right structural steel grade affects strength, safety, cost, and constructability.

✅ Quick Tip for Engineers
Most modern buildings use Fy = 345 MPa (Grade 50) because it offers the best balance of strength, economy, and weldability.

📌 Remember:
Higher strength steel is not always better—proper design and detailing matter more than strength alone.

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