2023 has been an eventful year for the Philippine construction industry, and Pinoy Builders continued to provide the latest news, updates, and the most relevant information to serve and support all our hardworking ka-Builders with all their construction-related endeavors. This year, as we celebrate Pinoy Builders’ 4th anniversary, it’s important to look back at the exciting and eventful year of 2023– a year that is now an important chapter of the Philippines’ construction industry development.
From essential discussions about the basics of ‘amilyar,’ to a helpful guide that lists all the flood-prone areas to avoid in Metro Manila during the rainy season, these articles published by Pinoy Builders have not only followed the newest construction updates but also provided a spotlight to the resilience of the Filipino spirit. In this article, let’s take a look back at 10 of the best Pinoy Builders articles that our fellow ka-Builders enjoyed.
Pinoy Builders Year in Review: Top 10 Articles of the Year
1. Amilyar: A Guide to Real Property Tax, Deadlines, and Payments
Pinoy Builders discusses the basics of ‘amilyar,’ or Real Property Tax (RPT). The article shares all the essential information that Filipinos need to know about RPT, as well as a clear, step-by-step guide on how one can pay their RPT properly.
Read the article here.
2. 5 Must-Visit Christmas Attractions in Metro Manila for the 2023 Holiday Season
To help ka-Builders join in on the festivities of a Filipino Christmas celebration, Pinoy Builders enumerated 5 of the most spectacular Christmas attractions to be visited in Metro Manila. From Ayala Land’s Festival of Lights to Araneta City’s iconic lighting of a giant Christmas tree, this article includes five Christmas attractions in Metro Manila that ka-Builders shouldn’t miss.
Read the article here.
3. Top 4 Philippine Universities that Offer Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical engineering is a challenging role that many aspiring construction professionals want to study. In this article, Pinoy Builders shared the best of the best Philippine universities that offer mechanical engineering courses.
Read the article here.
4. MRT-7 Progress Report: The Future of Metro Manila Transit
The MRT-7 project is a large-scale government initiative that many Filipinos are anticipating to be completed. To provide the latest and most relevant information and updates related to the project, Pinoy Builders released an article highlighting the progress of the MRT-7 project, its background, and how the project can benefit the Filipino people.
Read the article here.
5. Simply Stunning: Filipino Celebrity Homes That Went Up For Sale
Interested in which Filipino celebrity home is currently up for sale and open for viewing? To satisfy our ka-Builders’ curiosity, Pinoy Builders released an article featuring 3 celebrity homes that were up for sale as of publication. A sneak peek at the extravagant interior design and locations of these properties is also provided.
Read the article here.
6. Water World: Mapping Floodprone Zones in Metro Manila
Filipinos are not new to experiencing destructive and often harmful floods. To help alleviate this common concern, Pinoy Builders released a comprehensive article containing a list of flood-prone Metro Manila areas that ka-Builders should avoid during the rainy season, especially during heavy downpours.
Read the article here.
7. 10 Things that Consume the Highest Electricity at Home
Saving is an essential practice that many homeowners should observe. Many appliances promise convenience but consume high amounts of electricity that ultimately hurts the pocket. In this article, Pinoy Buiders created a helpful list containing all the appliances that consume the most electricity at home to help ka-Builders control their spending.
Read the article here.
8. Famous Filipino Personalities With Multi-Million Houses Abroad
Celebrity homes are a popular concept that many ka-Builders are interested in. With many Filipino celebrities building their homes on foreign soil, many are interested in knowing what the mansions look like, where they are located, and how much was spent on their construction. In this article, Pinoy Builders enumerated 6 of the biggest Filipino celebrity homes built abroad.
Read the article here.
9. Alulod or No Alulod: Advantages and Disadvantages of Adding Alulod to Your House Design
Aluluod is an important exterior feature that many homes need. From protecting the exterior from water damage to preventing the roof from flooding and causing indoor leaks, alulod or gutter is a helpful house feature that interests many ka-Builders. Pinoy Builders discussed the importance of alulod, what it does, as well as its pros and cons to help homeowners decide if they need to install an alulod in their home or not.
Read the article here.
10. Living in the Philippines: A Quick Guide to Subdivision Rules and Regulations
There are many subdivisions in the Philippines, and knowing the rules and regulations for building a home inside one is important for future homeowners. In this article, Pinoy Builders discussed the most important rules and regulations that all homeowners should follow when living inside a subdivision.
Read the article here.
Till Next Year
2023 has been a significant year for the construction industry, as well as an important year for many ka-Builders who began their endeavors related to construction. From starting a career as a construction professional to learning what there is to know before starting their own construction project, Pinoy Builder has stood beside ka-Builders to provide the help and support necessary. Till next year, ka-Builder!
