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Air conditioning sizing for tropical villas in Thailand: getting BTU right from the start
Air conditioning is not simply one of many systems in a Thai tropical villa. It is typically the largest single item on the electricity bill, one of the primary determinants of daily comfort, and one of the specifications most frequently made incorrectly.
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Solar power for tropical villas in Thailand: & what to specify.
Thailand sits between 5 and 20 degrees north of the equator. At these latitudes solar irradiance is high, consistent, and — unlike temperate countries where seasonal variation …
Common Pool Mistakes in Thailand: What Goes Wrong?
Pool quotes in Thailand vary wildly. Understanding what drives the cost and what corners are commonly cut, will save you significant money and future headaches. Here are some typical errors.
Five Building Mistakes Expats Consistently Make in Thailand
Foreign buyers who commission villa builds in Thailand without prior experience of the market and the climate make the same mistakes with remarkable consistency. Here are 5 of the biggest.
Design & Build
Foundation Mistakes in Flood-Prone Areas
Foundation failures in Thai villa construction do not announce themselves at handover. They appear over time, like cracks that open progressively in rendered walls…
Roofing Mistakes That Cause Leaks in Thailand
A roof that leaks in Thailand is almost never a failure of the primary roof covering across its field area. Find out what really causes the leaks…
Land & Legal
Can foreigners legally hold property in Thailand? The truth..
Foreigners cannot typically own land in Thailand. This is a fundamental legal principle and it shapes every property decision a foreign national makes. Get informed.
Thai title deeds explained: what foreign buyers need to know
Before location, before price, before views or plot size — the single most important question when buying land in Thailand is: what title deed does this land carry?
Buying a Condo in Thailand: What Due Diligence To Do?
For many people considering property in Thailand, buying a condominium presents an attractive alternative to the complexity of land ownership. But are they a good deal?
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