Property Project B: codename SB2 Part III

8 days since last updated. I was away and didn't get a chance to update. Latest status:
- 2 aircons with gas leak, 1 at the compressor pipe and the other one is concealed piping indoor. Symptoms; aircon is not cold and there's oil at the leaking area. After long deliberation between developer's contractor and my aircon contractor, they agreed to share the fixing cost. Logically speaking, it's the original piping problem. However, the developer's contractor goes by the agreement, once hacked, they're not responsible for it altho' it seems to be their problem. Lesson learned; do not proceed with t/shooting if you suspect any leakage. Inform the developer site office immediately. Otherwise, we hv to bear the consequences and cost. Btw, I am satisfied with my aircon contractor work, neat and clean. The key guy, Ah Teo will advise about the condition prior to installation.

- water leaking at MBR2, 2nd floor.. haiyaa, so frustrating to find out that they haven't fixed yet since my last site visit 4 days ago. Developer's subcon promised by end of this week. Let's see how it goes..

 





- D'Format cabinet specialist delivered dry kitchen cab, and mb1, br1, br2 wardrobes. Started the installation today, and will likely take 3 days to complete.
- Main contractor; LBL Construction & Renovation has almost completed their work. The work is neat and the price is reasonable.
- By end of next week, Yitwood carpenter will come to install wet kitchen cab, mbr2 wardrobe and shoe cab.
- Started to move some stuff in and clean the house.

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Poslaju rate.. that surprises me!

Yikes! I sent 2 parcels of clothing materials via Poslaju to Kelantan today and guess what. It costs me RM66.25, so unbelievable. I shud hv asked the P.O guy before deciding on either Poslaju or other cheaper option (if any). Argghhh!! too late. Maybe, will consider send via express bus, next time. Hv not tried, tapi pernah nampak bas bawak keropok lekor!

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Property Project B: codename SB2 Part II

Electrical shop delivered aircons, fridge & washing mc yesterday. For the installation, I got the service from TNK Aircon service from Air Hitam. Quite happy with their service. They came last week to check and ensure wiring are all ok which they even straightened the piping. Today, they finished installing 5 aircons while the last one wud hv to wait for the wardrobe to be ready as it's gonna b cabinet-mounted. Anyway, bad news as there's a leaking @ dining suspected coming from the original piping. Hv scheduled an inspection w the developer office and Ah Teoh tmw morning. I hope it's just a minor fix.

 

Cornice done and wet kitchen sliding door is fixed, too. Hahaha.. it's like an office, pulak. Well, it is, isn't it?

   

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Apam Karamel @ Gula Hangus

Ni last minute nyer decision last Friday, buat apam gula hangus utk dibawa ke rumah my auntie. Just drop by masa otw to KL for the 2-day Patrick Chan & Ewen Chia IBL2 seminar. Actually, dah bberapa kali buat apam ni, I really like it, my neighbor, Bes (she's from Macedonia, hubby from Australia) like it too. Sangat2 gebu, not that sweet and just nice.. resipi as usual, taken from Che Mat Gebu (CMG). Normally, CMG suka alter skit resipi asal but I hv no doubt with his judgement and taste. It has never failed me so far. Tima kacih sesangat kat CMG for all the recipes kat blog nyer..tiffinbiru which are always well presented with the the nice themes and pinggan mangkok. Actually, I used to ask mamazieza about him, camana lah agaknya orangnya CMG ni.. gebu ker orangnya? Ok, jom jamu mata ngan rupa apam gula hangus ni. Anyway, just a simple pic w/o deco mcm CMG tu.. You shud try the recipe..

BAHAN-BAHANNYA :-)
2 biji telur
1 cawan gula pasir
3/4 cawan air
1/2 cawan minyak masak
2 camca besar margarine or butter
2 camca besar susu pekat manis
1 camca teh soda bicarbonate
1 1/2 cawan tepung gandum
1/2 camca teh esen vanilla
a pinch of salt

CARA MEMBUATNYA :-)
1. Masak gula pasir hingga menjadi karamel. Berhati2 tuang air, kacau rata dan masak hingga semua sebati. Sejukkan.
2. Dalam food processor satukan susu pekat manis, telur, marjerin (@mentega) dan minyak, putar hingga sebati. (I guna blender je).
3. Masukkan karamel tadi bersama2 soda bicarbonate dan esen vanilla, putar rata.
4. Tambah tepung dan putar lagi hingga sebati, jika adunan kelihatan terlalu air, boleh tambah sedikit lagi tepung gandum anggaran 1/2 camca besar. (if you flw exactly the recipe guna measuring cup and spoon, 3/4 cups of water is just nice. Bila dah masuk tepung I normally kacau sebati je, tak perlu terlebih blend/mix.
5. Masukkan dalam acuan apam yang telah disapu dengan minyak, 3/4 penuh. Kukus 15 minit atau hingga masak (see above, I guna papercup letak dalam acuan cupcake/muffin tin yg satu2 tu)

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Property Project B: codename SB2

Well, this project keeps me really bz. My hubby and I hv bn working on it for the past 2 months from the design to actualization. For the past few months, my hands are extremely tied with my online store biz selling girls dresses, cookies for raya, project A (an office), and this project B (a house). Yupp, it's very hectic but I enjoy doing it. Needless to say, I need to care about my son, Aliff too.

Phase 1: Budget, costing, design, contractor selections.

• It's not gonna be a super duper hse reno this time. Been there, done that. Well, it may sound corky, but I thank Allah for all the rezeki. So, this time is about space. Living in Penang island.. huh, you can imagine for people like us, can't afford a bungalow but alhamdulillah, this house will just provide us the right space that we need for our passions, hobbies, and biz. 
• Time for design. As usual, we came out with our own detailed drawings using 3D Home Architect sw. Visited MegaHome, HomeDec, Perfect Living, Penfurnex, etc.. which was held one after another in consecutive months. (I love Penang for that matter :-) ). That's where we get to compare and choose IDs, kitchen specialists, furnishing and fittings with good bargains. What we did was to show them our designs and ask for quotes. Hmm.. not really a smooth sailing process as we revised our designs couples of times due to I couldn't make up my mind bw open and closed concept kitchen, urghhh!!!!! Finally, I decided with closed concept, more comfortable with it. Ahhaa.. 2 contractors/specialists for my kitchen (wet/dry) as well as wardrobes. Why? simply becoz the other contractor can't fulfill my requirements. 
• Tracking the expenses that go to the house is an on-going process. I'm tasked to track it. Luckily not to fork out fr my own pocket, thanks dear!

Phase 2: Renovation and furnishing

• OC (now they call a diff name, can't remember) was obtained in end July. We got the key on 10th Aug. Wow! Quite impressed with the nice handover folder with the key holders and complete manuals, do's & don'ts etc..
• Time for defect checking. Overall, we're satisfied w the neat finishing. Initial inspection discovered most problems come from the hair line cracks at some areas. Others like water seepage (due to rain) at window, and minor problems of loose taps. At the time of 1st inspection, cudn't test the water supply as the electrical water pump wasn't turned on. Defects list #1 submitted together w reno deposit. Must take note that no structural change allowed due to strata title (a landed house with strata title). Soon after water pump turned on, we discovered few problems and the major one is the water mark on the wall near MBR2, at L3 staircase. As of today, the rectification work is still going on.
• Went thru with the contractors the detailed SOW. Target completion latest by 21st Oct. Whoever comes across my blog and interested in the contractor details, feel free to tinkle me The photos are meant for yr reference. I can share my experience and recommend accordingly..
• Started about 3 weeks ago, right after raya. Thus, bz with the follow-ups, material selections, fitting and furnishing.. I made a point to visit the contractor almost every other day. Alhamdulillah, it's progressing well, so far. Anyway, like mentioned, it's just a simple reno.. 
• Completed so far; brick walls, glass shower screen installation and fan installation
• This wk target: back yard flooring, delivery of aircons, fridge, washing machine (the shop dun want to deliver twice :-( ). Install air-con, lightings, wet kitchen concrete and tile frame. Cleanup on weekends.
• Next week ending Oct 14 ; wet kitchen and wardrobe for MB2, shoe cabinet, curtains. Cleanup and touch up on weekends. Start moving small items by car.
• The final week ending Oct 21; dry kitchen, MB1, RM1 and RM2. Delivery of beds, sofa, dining table. Cleanup and touch up on weekends by my hubby (I'll be away in KL for 3 days for a course). Continue moving items by car

 

 

Phase 3: Move in!!! (will update later..)

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