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blackcat20
blackcat20
6 June 2023

Metricon Winchester 28- Landscaping

Metricon Winchester 28- Landscaping
VIC
1 ... 71, 72, 73

I'm so over it. I'm lucky my boss is understanding because I've barely made it into the office the last few weeks. On the upside, I was a bit cheeky and asked the painter…

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blackcat20
Jun 06, 2023 9:34 am
blackcat20
ceciyau
ceciyau
5 June 2023

Building with Hall & Hart Homes

Building with Hall & Hart Homes
NSW
1 ... 59, 60, 61

Thx for your advice, thinking to seek for a legal advice and professional help in mediating the issue.

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ceciyau
Jun 05, 2023 2:14 pm
rob_j
rob_j
5 June 2023

Building with Hudson Homes

Building with Hudson Homes
NSW
1 ... 16, 17, 18

Still pending.

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rob_j
Jun 05, 2023 12:36 pm
Nee1688
Nee1688
2 June 2023

Boston 38 | Coral Homes

Boston 38 | Coral Homes
QLD
1, 2

Hey Dan, how are you holding up with your build? We are thinking of building the Boston in Brighton too!

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Nee1688
Jun 02, 2023 9:37 pm
Bimbob
Bimbob
2 June 2023

Ebays Motorised curtains

Ebays Motorised curtains

have you used any of the motorised curtain systems available from Ebay? Which one and how is it?

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Bimbob
Jun 02, 2023 11:51 am
RicksExtra
RicksExtra
31 May 2023

Como Homes, Inspired homes and Oak Living

Como Homes, Inspired homes and Oak Living
1, 2, 3

I'm also unable to get in touch with the maintenance team anymore, and I also found that the general 1300 number on their website has now been disconnected, meaning I…

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RicksExtra
May 31, 2023 10:47 am
BrigidFrancis
BrigidFrancis
30 May 2023

Montgomery Homes KD/R on Northern Beaches

Montgomery Homes KD/R on Northern Beaches

Hi, I am wondering if anyone has built with Montgomery in the last few years on the Northern Beaches? I don't see the see them around, as I would love to ask how happy…

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BrigidFrancis
May 30, 2023 6:18 pm

Hi All, see above image. The required setback from the rear boundary in my case is 5m, as you can see the shape of the site and location of the boundary is slightly…

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nedket
May 30, 2023 5:08 pm
balajmn
balajmn
30 May 2023

share traditional gable roof facade with pillars having ston

share traditional gable roof facade with pillars having ston
NSW

traditional gable roof facade - Have you did the dark and light gray color combination in facade with gray stone in facade…

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balajmn
May 30, 2023 12:46 pm
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
29 May 2023

Eagle homes experience

Eagle homes experience

Yeah it's difficult now and I think the gap between haves and have nots has grown significantly over the last few years. We've had to put off building to save and strip…

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stonesthrow
May 29, 2023 4:44 pm
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
29 May 2023

How I lost $100,000 and why I will never use steel frames

How I lost $100,000 and why I will never use steel frames

That sucks! Hope it all works out. Good to move away from steel anyway for all your reasons, but it's also thermally poor.

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stonesthrow
May 29, 2023 3:23 pm
chippy
chippy
26 May 2023

Reporting of Breach of aus standards ?

Reporting of Breach of aus standards ?

I believe this is correct. From the picture you can see the power was put in last so the electrician knew where the water was. Really it's a common sense issue more…

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chippy
May 26, 2023 12:45 pm
chippy
balajmn
balajmn
25 May 2023

Floor plan review

Floor plan review
NSW

i thought the flipped plan initially but bec i want narrow pathway from entry to dining (dont like bend), also cannot fit the…

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balajmn
May 25, 2023 5:30 pm
ND23
ND23
25 May 2023

Knockdown build in Heidelberg area - recommendations please

Knockdown build in Heidelberg area - recommendations please

Hi We have finally decided to complete a KDR on our corner plot in NE Melbourne suburbs. Given its a corner plot approx. 400 sqm just a standard design may not fit the…

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ND23
May 25, 2023 10:10 am
Bimbob
Bimbob
24 May 2023

Why do some plans have wasted corners?

Why do some plans have wasted corners?

Articulation. Required facade treatment

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Bimbob
May 24, 2023 8:41 pm
OBWB
OBWB
24 May 2023

Builders/Buyers Advocate Services Legitimate?

Builders/Buyers Advocate Services Legitimate?

HI Homebuild1, Did you end up engaging the project management company? I'm looking to owner build my project, looking at the risks posed by building companies nowadays.…

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OBWB
May 24, 2023 9:46 am
gommeqld
gommeqld
23 May 2023

Security Account for Post Contract Variations??

Security Account for Post Contract Variations??

It seems very clear to me that your contract states that a security account does NOT need to be established so the answer to the builder is NO. If in doubt find a contract…

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gommeqld
May 23, 2023 11:04 pm
ren_ho
ren_ho
23 May 2023

Which entry door pull handle to go for?

Which entry door pull handle to go for?

Black on light wood does look good. Not sure if it will be as long lasting as a steel finish?

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ren_ho
May 23, 2023 10:22 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
23 May 2023

Demolition Questions

Demolition Questions

We had this happen to us last year and got charged a variation. Try and give away as much as you can that is usable to charity otherwise if you are in Sydney I have a…

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Ashington Homes
May 23, 2023 5:17 am
Ashington Homes
alexp79
alexp79
22 May 2023

Bedroom Windows questions

Bedroom Windows questions
NSW

Personally, considering your layout (study/work desks in bedrooms), I don't think you have any other option but to leave NW windows and make them as big as possible e.g.…

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alexp79
May 22, 2023 12:23 am
Jake00
Jake00
21 May 2023

Knock down semi, inner west Sydney

Knock down semi, inner west Sydney

Hi I live in a 100yr old semi and my neighbour added an additional floor last yr and our architect has advised that we can knock down our semi and build a free-standing…

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Jake00
May 21, 2023 4:45 pm
Lucatiel
Lucatiel
20 May 2023

Vineyard, NSW 2765

Vineyard, NSW 2765
NSW

Hi, we are just a contract signing away from getting a home with Rawson Communities in Vineyard. We would absolutely appreciate any stories, experiences or feedback…

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Lucatiel
May 20, 2023 9:34 pm
KnockItDown
KnockItDown
20 May 2023

Frame without roof for 2 months, mould and water pooling

Frame without roof for 2 months, mould and water pooling

This certainly doesn't look good. I would be engaging with an independent inspector to have a look at this. As for the unscheduled site visits, most builders are quite…

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KnockItDown
May 20, 2023 12:54 pm
KnockItDown
chippy
chippy
20 May 2023

Itemised Build Invoice

Itemised Build Invoice
VIC
1, 2

A house is a PRODUCT therefore your link and reference has zero relevance. You obviously don't understand what those links are referring to even though I have tried to…

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chippy
May 20, 2023 10:33 am
chippy
AlexAndRachel
AlexAndRachel
19 May 2023

Excessive piers for a house???

Excessive piers for a house???

How good is Simeon?! Always taking time to help others out! Wish we were building in NSW and could work together. Thanks for all that you do!

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AlexAndRachel
May 19, 2023 12:46 am
AseDE
AseDE
18 May 2023

"New Home Presentation" inspection - What to look for?

"New Home Presentation" inspection - What to look for?
VIC

Your PaPay goes to the US and not accepting a Mobile number.

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AseDE
May 18, 2023 9:41 am
Serog
Serog
17 May 2023

Recessed stacker doors

Recessed stacker doors

Hi Stuey, think you’ve got a couple of options here you’d just need to decide your preference/which options suits best. You could recess the windows (just keep in…

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Serog
May 17, 2023 10:23 pm
xguo22
xguo22
17 May 2023

Relocate Bus Stop

Relocate Bus Stop

Can I apply to relocate the bus stop permanently? Because the bus stop is just sitting in front of my property at the location that I am going to construct a driveway and…

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xguo22
May 17, 2023 2:35 am

Almost 7 months since my last update. We are well into the construction phase now. Since being sent to construction on 20 September 2022, we had the following timeline…

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vladmari
May 16, 2023 2:50 pm
vladmari
a_sleitini
a_sleitini
15 May 2023

Off Form Concrete

Off Form Concrete

I couldn't attached the photo for some reason. Here is the link to the photo https://pin.it/79jwdMp

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a_sleitini
May 15, 2023 5:50 pm
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ponzutwo
May 15, 2023 2:10 pm
qrius
qrius
11 May 2023

Building duplex at the hills council area

Building duplex at the hills council area

Even if it's not being sub-divided and you want to keep it as Torrens title, you will still need to talk to a town planner or Council themselves, to see if they will allow…

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qrius
May 11, 2023 3:58 pm
Iwantnewhouse
Iwantnewhouse
11 May 2023

Need some advice on the design

Need some advice on the design

Thank you so much for the effort. We will use it to talk with builder. We also had idea of building duplex instead and seeking suggest ions. viewtopic.php?f=31&t=106744

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Iwantnewhouse
May 11, 2023 1:14 pm
kvazer
kvazer
10 May 2023

Hebel PowerFence

Hebel PowerFence

I was looking at different options for a fence for my build and Hebel PowerFence seemed like a good option (one of the criteria was a solid wall look). However, I don't…

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kvazer
May 10, 2023 12:41 pm

So the block Demo started this week. Vinsan Salvage have been excellent and their communication has been awesome as well. #vinsansalvage Now the slow process of mortgages…

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r2d2wrx
May 09, 2023 2:28 pm
r2d2wrx
stefcep
stefcep
8 May 2023

Opinion on Ensuite layout

Opinion on Ensuite layout

Thanks for the suggestion. The space between shower and sinks was too tight. I agree about the toilet location. So I have tried two other options: The lower one is…

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stefcep
May 08, 2023 1:09 pm
balajmn
balajmn
7 May 2023

Facade column size (350 or 470mm) , Rendering or Stone or Ti

Facade column size (350 or 470mm) , Rendering or Stone or Ti
NSW

Dear Members I have to decide the Facade column size. My custom builder standard is 350mm with rendering, but i asked for 470mm plus stone or tiles and yet to get…

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balajmn
May 07, 2023 5:10 pm
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SaveH2O
May 07, 2023 8:02 am
SaveH2O

Builder not giving letter of commencement and practical comp

Builder not giving letter of commencement and practical comp

The HIA contract, in the term & conditions section states that "Commencment" is deemed when the drainage is started or the piers are dug or the slab is formed up (incase…

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BuildingandLegal
May 07, 2023 2:08 am
BuildingandLegal
Jacinta Rich
Jacinta Rich
6 May 2023

Decks and Firepits

Decks and Firepits

Hi there, We've just build a new hardwood (Greybox) deck and am wondering whether firepit protective mats/surfaces are sufficient? I'm not sure that they're heat…

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Jacinta Rich
May 06, 2023 7:54 pm
Savagepuppy
Savagepuppy
3 May 2023

A Hebel KDR project we finished this year

A Hebel KDR project we finished this year

Thanks for putting the effort and checking for me. Really appreciate it, and it’s very helpful, as I’m seriously considering using tranquil retreat. I have got a…

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Savagepuppy
May 03, 2023 4:11 pm
HSH8433
HSH8433
3 May 2023

Glenvill Homes experience (either Collection Range / Custom)

Glenvill Homes experience (either Collection Range / Custom)

Hi Firstyme, I just came back from my first meeting with Glenvill at their Waverley Rd display home. I was happy with how the meeting went and started doing more DD on…

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HSH8433
May 03, 2023 3:27 pm
Callifo
Callifo
2 May 2023

Control joint missing in concrete driveway

Control joint missing in concrete driveway

To my understanding early saw cuts are to control shrinkage cracks, so doing them now would be pointless. Control joints may reduce ugly cracking during periods of soil…

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Callifo
May 02, 2023 10:42 pm
KangarooBuilder
KangarooBuilder
2 May 2023

gas line re-purposed to water main?

gas line re-purposed to water main?

thanks Simeon appreciate your input.

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KangarooBuilder
May 02, 2023 3:44 pm
Geelong10
Geelong10
2 May 2023

Building Gen Fyansford - soil test issues

Building Gen Fyansford - soil test issues

Thanks for your reply. I will just wait and see I guess. Trying to get some more information from our builder.

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Geelong10
May 02, 2023 10:30 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
1 May 2023

preliminary agreement deposit limit in NSW

preliminary agreement deposit limit in NSW

In NSW the maximum deposit for building work is 5% until the builder provides HBCF insurance

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Ashington Homes
May 01, 2023 4:26 pm
Ashington Homes
AnnRic
AnnRic
1 May 2023

BAL 12.5

BAL 12.5

Thanks for the reply, yes done all that - all doors are taking water from every angle with a hose. It appears to be the seals. Doors are industrial grade aluminum, install…

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AnnRic
May 01, 2023 2:46 pm
AFALDT
AFALDT
30 April 2023

Gravel Driveway

Gravel Driveway
QLD

Thanks TamFed!

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AFALDT
Apr 30, 2023 4:24 pm

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