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MissAlison

13 February 2018

What insurance covers the home during renovationRenovation + Home Improvement

Feb 13, 2018 8:16 am

Hi all, I am just about to start a major renovation. I am using a building company and we have both have the correct insurances required by law. I have normal house and contents insurance. They have been notified but will not cover any damage caused by the renovation. What insurance will cover any d...

Hi all, I am just about to start a major renovation. I am using a building company and we have both have the correct ins...

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MissAlison

27 December 2017

Re: I work in flooring - do you have a flooring question?Flooring & Floor Covering

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Dec 27, 2017 11:57 am

Hi Michelle, How will tassie oak floor boards come up after having tiles and a plaster sheet laid over the top in the kitchen. The house is from 1981. I am concerned that there will be a lot of nail holes and look bad. The alternative is to use a laminate in the living areas, kitchen and hall. This ...

Hi Michelle, How will tassie oak floor boards come up after having tiles and a plaster sheet laid over the top in the ki...

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MissAlison

27 December 2017

Old tiles over sheet in kitchen. Will the boards look ok?Renovation + Home Improvement

Dec 27, 2017 11:52 am

Hi All, I'm having my kitchen renovated and polishing the floor boards in the living area and hall. The house in from 1981. I thought the floor was lino, but it turns out that it is terracotta tiles over a white plaster/concrete looking sheet. It will be okay to remove, however how will the boards c...

Hi All, I'm having my kitchen renovated and polishing the floor boards in the living area and hall. The house in from 19...

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MissAlison

23 November 2017

Re: Concrete balustrades, what on earth to do?Renovation + Home Improvement

Nov 23, 2017 2:21 pm

Good idea re-demo. They are pretty busy around here, but I could always try. It's in Avondale Heights, north west of Melbourne. These era houses are becoming more popular with young people because you get a big block near the city for budget prices, now looking to modernise. They are a dime a dozen ...

Good idea re-demo. They are pretty busy around here, but I could always try. It's in Avondale Heights, north west of Mel...

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MissAlison

23 November 2017

Re: Concrete balustrades, what on earth to do?Renovation + Home Improvement

Nov 23, 2017 1:38 pm

Hmmm they see easy to knock out. I've rung far and wide though, but I can't find anyone willing to do the job. Around here, you could make a killing removing these things!

Hmmm they see easy to knock out. I've rung far and wide though, but I can't find anyone willing to do the job. Around he...

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MissAlison

23 November 2017

Concrete balustrades, what on earth to do?Renovation + Home Improvement

Nov 23, 2017 9:43 am

My house, if I could just get rid of these darned concrete balustrades! I cannot find anyone that will remove them. It'll be a cute retro home once they are gone. Has anyone done this before? I am open to screening suggestions as well. https://forum.homeone.com.au/u/16480_1511394218.jpg

My house, if I could just get rid of these darned concrete balustrades! I cannot find anyone that will remove them. It'l...

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MissAlison

12 October 2010

Pergola or shadesale?Outdoor Living

Oct 12, 2010 5:21 pm

We have a smallish home, with a 10*10m garden. The back of the house faces west so we are getting a huge amount of evening sun coming through. We would like an undercover area just at the back door. It does not need to extend the entire length of the house. How should I do this? My ideas are either ...

We have a smallish home, with a 10*10m garden. The back of the house faces west so we are getting a huge amount of eveni...

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MissAlison

15 September 2010

Re: Upcoming Suburbs - Melbourne?General Discussion

Sep 15, 2010 7:59 pm

You might get a small house in Pint Cook, just. If you want would be ok. If you want a bigger place, Truganina and Tarniet would be ok. They just aren't as established as PC. Otherwise Mernda and Doreen. Even Craigieburn is pretty good, just stay right away from Roxy.

You might get a small house in Pint Cook, just. If you want would be ok. If you want a bigger place, Truganina and Tarni...

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MissAlison

15 September 2010

Re: Porter Davis homesBuilding A New House

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Sep 15, 2010 7:55 pm

Ive just finished with PD. No issues, great customer service, great site supervisor. House looks great, better than I expected. I would be more than happy to build with them again. I washappy enough with the selection process. All I upgraded was the bricks to cat 3 and white mortar. Also, a small fe...

Ive just finished with PD. No issues, great customer service, great site supervisor. House looks great, better than I ex...

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MissAlison

15 September 2010

Re: Was "the dream" of building a home what you expected?General Discussion

Sep 15, 2010 7:47 pm

Building was never my 'dream,' rather just how it all turned out. Considering that I wasn't expecting all my hearts desires and did not have all mapped out in my head before hand. I have been pleasantly surprised at how smooth it all went and how it all turned out despite being a complete cheap skat...

Building was never my 'dream,' rather just how it all turned out. Considering that I wasn't expecting all my hearts desi...

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MissAlison

15 September 2010

Re: How long to wait for final payment of a contruction loanHome Finance

Sep 15, 2010 7:38 pm

So I rang for the 'have you got the paper work and how's it going?' And, yes, exactly as you say. They have ordered the valuation, good. But, I was told that I need to complete a new instructions form because the amount approved is off by about $100. I thought, what ever, I pay cash .... get on with...

So I rang for the 'have you got the paper work and how's it going?' And, yes, exactly as you say. They have ordered the ...

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MissAlison

13 September 2010

Re: Alamanda Estate - Owners ForumBuilding A New House

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Sep 13, 2010 9:59 pm

Ill PM you Amy. We have used Jasper, so its a dark grey with a touch of warmth to it I guess. Looks like we are all done, and I had PCI today. Now I just have to wait for my final cheque. This has all taken so long from the beginning about 1.5 years ago, and now I am being super inpatient about this...

Ill PM you Amy. We have used Jasper, so its a dark grey with a touch of warmth to it I guess. Looks like we are all done...

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MissAlison

13 September 2010

Re: Upcoming Suburbs - Melbourne?General Discussion

Sep 13, 2010 9:39 pm

I work in the suburban west of Melbourne and I am always dealing with these sorts of public issues. I tend to disagree that the 10-20 year old estates are where the problems lie, at least in the west. I find that the most unpleasant places in terms of crime and violence are the inner areas and CBD. ...

I work in the suburban west of Melbourne and I am always dealing with these sorts of public issues. I tend to disagree t...

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MissAlison

13 September 2010

How long to wait for final payment of a contruction loan?Home Finance

Sep 13, 2010 9:24 pm

My house is done, and I am awaiting my final draw down from ANZ so I can be handed over the home. I understand the bank must do a couple of extra things for this final draw down, such as a valuation. Any ideas of how long this should take? I have been patiently waiting for 1.5 yrs for this house to ...

My house is done, and I am awaiting my final draw down from ANZ so I can be handed over the home. I understand the bank ...

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MissAlison

6 August 2010

Re: Alamanda Estate - Owners ForumBuilding A New House

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Aug 06, 2010 7:00 pm

PCI for me is nor weeks away. Just finishing the tiling now! It looks like the site have been averaging over 1000L of water a day! Does this seem excessive? :shock:

PCI for me is nor weeks away. Just finishing the tiling now! It looks like the site have been averaging over 1000L of wa...

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MissAlison

15 July 2010

Re: Alamanda Estate - Owners ForumBuilding A New House

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Jul 15, 2010 9:15 pm

Looks like I should be in late September. The house is coming along nicely. Anyone need a gym buddy?

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MissAlison

16 June 2010

Re: Alamanda Estate - Owners ForumBuilding A New House

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Jun 16, 2010 12:48 pm

With the internet ..... My house included smart wiring. Which is nice. Now do I have to pay to have the cable connected to the house?

With the internet ..... My house included smart wiring. Which is nice. Now do I have to pay to have the cable connected ...

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MissAlison

26 May 2010

Re: Alamanda Estate - Owners ForumBuilding A New House

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May 26, 2010 2:48 pm

Yay, my frame is done in stage 10. Cos I'm a cheap skate and bought a tiny house, I think mine will be the first to be completed. Can't wait! Does anyone have a rec for a driveway?

Yay, my frame is done in stage 10. Cos I'm a cheap skate and bought a tiny house, I think mine will be the first to be c...

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MissAlison

16 April 2010

Re: Alamanda Estate - Owners ForumBuilding A New House

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Apr 16, 2010 3:54 pm

Yep, I have been told 30/4 and most likely earlier than that.

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MissAlison

15 April 2010

Re: Alamanda Estate - Owners ForumBuilding A New House

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Apr 15, 2010 8:09 pm

I am with PD and in stage 10. We originally were meant to start in feb, but of course we were delayed. PD just changed our start date to before April 30th, so we are probably starting in the next few days!

I am with PD and in stage 10. We originally were meant to start in feb, but of course we were delayed. PD just changed o...