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Noisy steel frame house / floor creaks upstairs when walked onNoisy steel frame house / floor creaks upstairs when walked on

by foxhound » Nov 14, 2024 1:50 pm in Building Standards; Getting It Right!

Hi Eng BA, thianks for runing this through. May I please know if there is anyway to get in touch with you, we need this in document to report it to the builder. We…

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Dec 01, 2024 9:59 pm
Is 2 x 150mm overflow sufficient for 1 x 225mm inlet in a rainwater harvesting system?Is 2 x 150mm overflow sufficient for 1 x 225mm inlet in a rainwater harvesting system?

by dan_walls » Nov 28, 2024 8:22 am in Eco Living

In answer to your question, I would like to try the installation myself (at least around the tanks - not the downpipes etc.) or perhaps in close concert with a plumber…

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Dec 01, 2024 9:16 pm
Tree roots damaging property?Tree roots damaging property?

by safehouse » Nov 25, 2024 10:24 pm in General Discussion

Trees near a property can cause issues if their roots are invasive. If the paving is already lifting, it’s worth checking if the roots are close enough to affect the…

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takenbyWine
Dec 01, 2024 7:36 pm
Crack in wall outside houseCrack in wall outside house

by Umair_N » Dec 01, 2024 11:47 am in General Discussion

Horizontal cracks can sometimes indicate movement or settling, so it’s worth having it checked by a structural engineer to rule out any serious issues. If it’s just…

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takenbyWine
Dec 01, 2024 7:33 pm
Is it allowed in Australia for a floor to ceiling shower door to be installed?Is it allowed in Australia for a floor to ceiling shower door to be installed?
QLD

by workingwarrior » Nov 30, 2024 8:44 am in Building A New House

The issue is the door is quite heavy and will be hinged off a narrow panel against the wall. You can have a flat panel of glass that runs across the narrow panel over the…

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Nov 30, 2024 8:04 pm
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Roofing QuestionRoofing Question

by hawthornandrew » Nov 29, 2024 12:15 pm in General Discussion

Thanks BuildingandLegal. Very informative. The situation is that just over half of the roof needs replacing. One side is all right. The other side is old. So would be a…

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Nov 30, 2024 3:35 pm
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Rust on Steel PostRust on Steel Post

by suez1 » Nov 30, 2024 10:37 am in DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

You need to remove the concrete pavement to see the full extent of rust. Depending on the loss of section amount, you can sand/clean and cold gal or you replace the…

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Nov 30, 2024 11:55 am
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Projexel HomesProjexel Homes
NSW

by Roshana » Nov 29, 2024 11:07 pm in Building A New House

Is anyone building with Projexel Homes? They are a construction company situated in Castle Hill, New South Wales. It would be really helpful if you could provide some…

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BuildingandLegal
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Australian vs European Plywood standardsAustralian vs European Plywood standards

by BobBuild » Oct 30, 2024 2:47 pm in Building Standards; Getting It Right!

There is no such thing. The only standards that are relevant are the Australian Standards. Unless you're building in Europe?

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Brickwork questionsBrickwork questions

by cgu » Nov 06, 2024 7:30 pm in Building Standards; Getting It Right!

That is substandard and called up in NSW Standard & Tolerance Guide as UNACCEPTABLE. Also the AJ running up to the underside of the window is non-compliant, AJ's are…

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