Before you buy a lot in Benguet: 7 checks that protect your budget
A cheap lot can become an expensive house. Check these seven things before you pay, from road access and slope to drainage and the title.
Construction tips
Build it right the first time.
Practical advice for homeowners in Baguio and Benguet, from the people who build, repair and finish houses here every day.
Building on a slope: what to plan before you design
Most lots around Baguio aren't flat. A hillside house is safe when five things are planned from the start, before the floor plan is drawn.
Building permit in the Philippines: the basics before you build
Building without a permit can mean fines, stop-work orders and trouble selling or borrowing later. Here is what the process usually involves and how to prepare.
Why the cheapest construction quote can cost you the most
Two quotes for the same house can be far apart. Before you pick the lower one, check these five things so "additional costs" don't appear halfway through.
Unfinished house? How to restart construction safely
Budgets run short, contractors leave, plans change. Before anyone builds on top of old work, here is what should be checked first.
Before the heavy rains: a drainage checklist for Benguet homes
In the mountains, water is the main enemy of a house. A short walk around your property before the rainy season can prevent costly damage.