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Evaluation of Alternative Materials for Building Construction in Nigeria
Building materials incur up to 65% of the total construction cost, which implies that the incorporation of sustainable material into the delivery process could result in significant cost saving. This study therefore examines the level of awareness of alternative construction material and their extent of usage. The study adopted a quantitative approach though a questionnaire survey. Quantitative data were obtained using a structured questionnaire which were self-administered to 9 architects, 31 quantity surveyors, 22 engineers, 4 builders and 1 project manager, who are active construction industry players. The respondents were selected using a random sampling method. Data analysis was achieved using both descriptive and inferential statistics method, including percentage, mean score and Mann-Whitney test. Aluminum, low emissivity glass window and door, structural insulated panels and thatch are the five highest ranked materials as regards the frequency of usage while the five least ranked materials include plastic bottle waste, strawbales, faswel, rice husk and ferro-cement. The practical implication indicated is that more awareness will boost market demand for alternative construction material. In addition, it will enable appropriate policy response that will support use of alternative construction materials.
Evaluation of Alternative Materials for Building Construction in Nigeria
Building materials incur up to 65% of the total construction cost, which implies that the incorporation of sustainable material into the delivery process could result in significant cost saving. This study therefore examines the level of awareness of alternative construction material and their extent of usage. The study adopted a quantitative approach though a questionnaire survey. Quantitative data were obtained using a structured questionnaire which were self-administered to 9 architects, 31 quantity surveyors, 22 engineers, 4 builders and 1 project manager, who are active construction industry players. The respondents were selected using a random sampling method. Data analysis was achieved using both descriptive and inferential statistics method, including percentage, mean score and Mann-Whitney test. Aluminum, low emissivity glass window and door, structural insulated panels and thatch are the five highest ranked materials as regards the frequency of usage while the five least ranked materials include plastic bottle waste, strawbales, faswel, rice husk and ferro-cement. The practical implication indicated is that more awareness will boost market demand for alternative construction material. In addition, it will enable appropriate policy response that will support use of alternative construction materials.
Evaluation of Alternative Materials for Building Construction in Nigeria
Aigbavboa, Clinton (editor) / Thwala, Wellington (editor) / Aghimien, Douglas (editor) / Opawole, Akintayo (author) / Kajimo-Shakantu, Kahilu (author) / Olapade, Joy Olabimpe (author)
Construction Industry Development Board Postgraduate Research Conference ; 2022 ; Eastern Cape, South Africa
2023-04-24
11 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
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