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Palapa

drzura - 6-3-2010 at 04:33 PM

Hello. I have a lot in San Lucas Cove and a palapa that sits over a travel trailer. I need to redo the palm on top. Where would I get the palm, and about how much would it cost to cover an area that is about 560 square feet? Ramon, that lives in the pueblo would be able to do the labor. Thanks...

Bob and Susan - 6-3-2010 at 04:44 PM

that would like buying the repair parts for your car on ebay
and having another store install them...not correct

the people that install palapa roofs also bring the leaves

its a real skill to roof correctly

the leaves need to be harvested during a
certain time of month to reduce the bugs

also the instalation needs to be done so the roof doesn't leak anf the wind doesn't tear it off

ask around
you'll find the local guy that does it

drzura - 6-3-2010 at 05:03 PM

Thanks for the info. Does anyone have a ball park figure how much it would cost to complete a section that is about 560 square feet?

fishabductor - 6-4-2010 at 04:31 AM

Like Bob and Susan said.....leaves need to be cut during the week of a full moon....less it really does matter!

In los cabos area....a paha (200 leaves) is about 600-700pesos..for a 15' by 30' palapa it take about 20 pahas depending on which weave you use.. This is a ballpark....just for materials you are looking at about $1000-1500 plus the datil ties, which would be a few $100 more.

You'd probably be looking at close to $2k in Los cabos assuming you don't need new bambo or palo de arco.


I think it's cheaper to go concrete myself, build it once and be done with it.

Bob and Susan - 6-4-2010 at 05:34 AM

my guess the cost in your area about 1/4 that

but not sure

capt. mike - 6-4-2010 at 06:31 AM

why ask here?? get real bids.
But Bob is right on concept.

Bob H - 6-4-2010 at 07:58 AM

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Originally posted by capt. mike
why ask here?? get real bids.
But Bob is right on concept.


Yeah, one visit to Mulege, or even San Bruno... ask around... then get quotes.

Please keep us posted. Any photos?
Bob H

Bajame - 6-4-2010 at 08:08 AM

We have a guy in San Ignacio that does them and he might be cheaper. call Teri and Gary at Ignacio Springs B&B for more info.

monoloco - 6-4-2010 at 08:56 AM

Make sure that whoever you have build your palapa ties the leaves on. It is cheaper to nail them but they will blow off much easier.

Terry28 - 6-4-2010 at 09:29 AM

Whoa!! those prices of $1000.1500 are way out of line. We had ours done in Mulege 4 years ago and paid approx. 3.5 pesos per palm installed.
I would suggest you look at a few to be sure you get a tight weave, with rolled up and wired ends. The guys that do this will know what I mean. And we had the men use nails on each stalk...It worked great. For an avereage Palapa that only needs a new roof I woul expect it to be in the $600 range...tops...

[Edited on 6-4-2010 by Terry28]

Hook - 6-4-2010 at 10:36 AM

What type of palm frond is preferred? The azuls or the Washingtonias?

DENNIS - 6-4-2010 at 10:45 AM

Asphalt shingles bought here will run you around $350 bucks for your project. I know it's not what you're looking for, but..............

Hook - 6-4-2010 at 10:48 AM

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Originally posted by DENNIS
Asphalt shingles bought here will run you around $350 bucks for your project. I know it's not what you're looking for, but..............


There goes the neighborhood.....................unless you're in Downey or somewhere.:lol:

DENNIS - 6-4-2010 at 11:05 AM

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Originally posted by Hook

There goes the neighborhood.....................unless you're in Downey or somewhere.:lol:


CC + Rs in San Lucas Cove? :lol::lol:

I know it's not Pitcairn Island, but I thought Downey was supposed to be relativly affluent. :?:

Oh well....never mind. Shingles are out.

Bob and Susan - 6-4-2010 at 03:11 PM

Downey CA

Population 107,500
White 29%
Hispanic 58%
Black 4%
Asian 8%

Average age 32 years old

Percent Owner Occupied 52%
Percent Renter Occupied 48%

Average house value $200,000
Average rent $731

Average household income $45,667

High school graduate 72%
College graduate 17%

Hook - 6-4-2010 at 03:54 PM

The ONLY reason to choose a palm frond palapa over shingles, tiles, laminar, etc. is for aesthetics. It is more expensive, less permanent, a terrible fire hazard and requires some insect deterrence as well.

Naturally, we are going with one over here.....................:lol:

DENNIS - 6-4-2010 at 04:05 PM

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Originally posted by Bob and Susan

White 29%
Hispanic 58%


WOW...That is affluent. Each White Man has two gardeners. :lol:
[that was a joke]

Actually, those numbers don't reflect affluence as I understand it. I think Downey has changed a bit in the last twenty years.

DENNIS - 6-4-2010 at 04:16 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Hook
The ONLY reason to choose a palm frond palapa over shingles, tiles, laminar, etc. is for aesthetics. It is more expensive, less permanent, a terrible fire hazard and requires some insect deterrence as well.

Naturally, we are going with one over here.....................:lol:


Don't forget the rats. They like to live in those roofs.

Russ - 6-4-2010 at 06:14 PM

There is a guy named Kili that is an artist with palms. He lives at Rancho Perdido. First rancho you come to as you head towards the cave paintings out of Palo Verde. Every one needs work and if you ask around 90% will tell you they can do the work. Kili has done a lot of palapas in PC he's really good and you can negotiate for the work.