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17 May 2009

Re: Double glazingEco Living

May 17, 2009 12:44 pm

Our energy report hasn't come back yet, but we've been told to expect alot of dbl. glazing. Spoke to the window manufacturer directly (supplier of our builder) and he quoted around $15K extra. He recommended doing the entire house no matter what the energy report states, particularly the up stairs. ...

Our energy report hasn't come back yet, but we've been told to expect alot of dbl. glazing. Spoke to the window manufact...

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4 March 2009

does anyone know the cost of a screw pile?Building A New House

Mar 04, 2009 5:56 pm

Sounds about right. We got quoted around $300 per meter depth per screw pile. So in your case yours must be around 2.5m deep. And we need to go deep which has made our site costs $$ I guess they don't call them SCREW piles for no reason :P

Sounds about right. We got quoted around $300 per meter depth per screw pile. So in your case yours must be around 2.5m ...

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11 October 2008

Owner Builder cheaper than BuilderOwner Builder Forum

Oct 11, 2008 7:22 pm

Yes, owner building for someone with no trade or building experience can be daunting and will take longer but hopefully the end result is a better product. You are also not limited to one builders products (i.e kitchens, vanities etcc) Another suggestion would be to find a builder that can build to ...

Yes, owner building for someone with no trade or building experience can be daunting and will take longer but hopefully ...

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3 October 2008

Knocking out a non-load bearing wall.. ideas on cost?General Discussion

Oct 03, 2008 5:50 pm

Any chance you can do this yourself. Seriously, start by removing all the plaster (being mindful of any wiring) then shouldn't be too hard to cut the framework and remove it. If there are any wires call a sparky to get it re-routed and then call in a plasterer to patch up.

Any chance you can do this yourself. Seriously, start by removing all the plaster (being mindful of any wiring) then sho...

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28 September 2008

House cost to land value ratio - avoid overcapitalisingBuilding A New House

Sep 28, 2008 1:03 pm

I'd suggest building the best house you can comfortably afford with the features you need. Particularly if you plan on staying long term. I have a friend who has extended a fairly new home. Definitely over capitalised, but it will suit his needs (runs business from home). It is a long term prospect ...

I'd suggest building the best house you can comfortably afford with the features you need. Particularly if you plan on s...

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21 September 2008

Planning Permit ResponsibilityBuilding A New House

Sep 21, 2008 12:51 pm

Generally speaking your builder would handle all that. Unless of course you are an owner builder. Why?

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16 September 2008

Timber Floors - Order of WorkFlooring & Floor Covering

Sep 16, 2008 5:55 pm

Paint the first coat on the skirting before its laid. I'd do the same.

I'd do the same.

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10 August 2008

Electric FireplaceHeating, Cooling & Insulation

Aug 10, 2008 6:53 pm

Gas will give more heat and cost much less to run. Gas if you can get it.

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2 August 2008

Which way to lay wall tilesBathrooms and Laundry

Aug 02, 2008 5:11 pm

I'd suggest 300 is the width and 500 the height. That's how I'd lay them. But there are no rules when it comes to imagination 8)

I'd suggest 300 is the width and 500 the height. That's how I'd lay them. But there are no rules when it comes to imagin...

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30 July 2008

Bad experience warning - now a lot wiser with wels showerBathrooms and Laundry

Jul 30, 2008 11:06 pm

Get another plumber :P

Get another plumber

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18 March 2008

Dishwashers may 'burn down house'Kitchen Corner

Mar 18, 2008 6:50 pm

Thanks for that. We actually have one of those :shock:

Thanks for that. We actually have one of those

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17 February 2008

Our HouseBuilding A New House

Feb 17, 2008 2:07 pm

Mrs B, not in same estate. An older estate further up the river. About a five minute bike ride.

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16 February 2008

Our HouseBuilding A New House

Feb 16, 2008 8:58 pm

Rode past your place today. Not too far from me ;-) Very nice spot !!!! Looks like it is coming along nicely.

Rode past your place today. Not too far from me Very nice spot !!!! Looks like it is coming along nicely.

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31 October 2007

Timber deck - No nailsGeneral Discussion

Oct 31, 2007 4:22 pm

Or you could use these:- http://youtube.com/watch?v=e1hUTs1D3fA

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14 October 2007

What annoys MeBuilding A New House

Oct 14, 2007 8:54 pm

Be aware that the volume builders are great at marketing and use interior designers to dress the interiors. They certainly look WOW when you visit them. But, try to imagine the houses empty, then you start to see how cheap and unimaginative they really are. Corners are cut everywhere, But hey, we al...

Be aware that the volume builders are great at marketing and use interior designers to dress the interiors. They certain...

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30 June 2007

Vic govt changes rules on water tanksBuilding A New House

Jun 30, 2007 5:58 pm

I'm also in two minds about the desalination plant. Yes it will guarantee water supply for Melbourne, but at huge environmental and economic cost. Also, will rural victoria benefit from this? Why not build more catchments? SImple, because we can't predict the weather.... Do you know that it will ra...

SImple, because we can't predict the weather.... Do you know that it will rain over a certain area and at what time? De...

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30 June 2007

Vic govt changes rules on water tanksBuilding A New House

Jun 30, 2007 10:36 am

Is this an attempt to save the govt. money on tank rebates? I guess now that they are going to build a hugely expensive desalination plant, perhaps they believe tanks are not required!? This govt. seems to react and deflect and change directions as quickly as the weather. I personally am not for wat...

Is this an attempt to save the govt. money on tank rebates? I guess now that they are going to build a hugely expensive ...

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15 June 2007

re-enamel the bathroom?Bathrooms and Laundry

Jun 15, 2007 7:38 pm

Yep, did a bathroom renovation and had the bathtub re-enamled. Looked absolutely brand new. I highly recommend it. It isn't cheap but should be well under the cost of replacement. The only things to consider are:- - Do you like the shape of the existing bath - Does it have any dents or is it warped,...

Yep, did a bathroom renovation and had the bathtub re-enamled. Looked absolutely brand new. I highly recommend it. It is...

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15 June 2007

Secondary GlazingWindows & Doors

Jun 15, 2007 6:31 pm

Have used stopnoise in our old house and the difference is quite remarkable. Just be aware that deep bass sounds like truck air brakes are not reduced as much as the higher frequency sounds. If you go to a showroom, they will most likely have a demo consisting of a cd player encased in their glazing...

Have used stopnoise in our old house and the difference is quite remarkable. Just be aware that deep bass sounds like tr...

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12 June 2007

Flood/Water Proofing your homeGeneral Discussion

Jun 12, 2007 12:56 pm

If you really love the area/position and you can somehow justify living there, then I guess insurance is your only real insurance. There are some now that offer flood insurance (Shannons for example). Glad to hear that you survived fairly unscathed aside from the car.

If you really love the area/position and you can somehow justify living there, then I guess insurance is your only real ...