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10 September 2012

Crumbling Concrete Around Drain Repair - Builder to fix?General Discussion

Sep 10, 2012 10:34 am

I live a townhouse complex which was built in 2008/2009 (first handover 2008, last handover 2009). We have a drain in the communal driveway which the concrete around is crumbling away. See images: http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y137/natbut/Internet/IMG_0914.jpg http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y13...

I live a townhouse complex which was built in 2008/2009 (first handover 2008, last handover 2009). We have a drain in th...

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natbut

2 January 2011

Re: Actron Air Conditioner - no cool air coming outHeating, Cooling & Insulation

Jan 02, 2011 1:22 pm

I'm not sure about the compressor, the fan on the outside unit is going. How can I tell if the compressor is going?

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2 January 2011

Actron Air Conditioner - no cool air coming outHeating, Cooling & Insulation

Jan 02, 2011 9:07 am

My aircon is blowing out air but not cooling. I'm getting an error message on my Actron Air Conditioner which when I look up the faul codes it says - communication error between indoor and outdoor. As per my instructions I've tried turning it off at the mains and then on again. Has anyone had any ex...

My aircon is blowing out air but not cooling. I'm getting an error message on my Actron Air Conditioner which when I loo...

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19 May 2010

Re: What are some good websites to house shop online?General Discussion

May 19, 2010 9:03 am

My fav is Peters of Kensington http://www.petersofkensington.com.au/Home/ I've bought from them a few times.

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28 April 2010

Verge AreaLandscape & Garden Design

Apr 28, 2010 2:45 pm

I want to do something to our verge area. Its currently just weeds and mud. Can anyone suggest some very hardy plants that might work? I live in a set of 24 communal townhouse which means we have a lot of visitors, so they are always tramping over the verge and 24 bins go out every week, so would ne...

I want to do something to our verge area. Its currently just weeds and mud. Can anyone suggest some very hardy plants th...

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natbut

15 April 2010

Moving LetterboxesGeneral Discussion

Apr 15, 2010 6:20 pm

Who would I speak to about moving letterboxes? Australia Post, Council? Basically, I live in a block of 24 townhouses with communal letterboxes, but we each have an individual house number (ie 34, 36, 38 etc not 34A, B, C). My townhouse is right next to the letterboxes and everyone keeps chucking th...

Who would I speak to about moving letterboxes? Australia Post, Council? Basically, I live in a block of 24 townhouses wi...

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natbut

5 March 2010

Re: Building Rossdale Homes "Houghton" - AdelaideBuilding A New House

Mar 05, 2010 12:41 pm

tpin, whose your supervisor / CSC? I built with Rossdale about 18 months ago. I found going to my CSC before my supervisor was the only way things got accomplished. She chase things up very quickly with the supervisor and would often call me to say she didn't have any answer to my question, but was ...

tpin, whose your supervisor / CSC? I built with Rossdale about 18 months ago. I found going to my CSC before my supervis...

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3 August 2009

Re: Home inspectionGeneral Discussion

Aug 03, 2009 2:29 pm

I think in regards to payment that may depend on your contract. I had a HIA contract and I can't remember the exact wording but I think that if there were minor things that were incomplete / needed fixing you still had to accept handover / pay and they were dealt with in the defects liability period.

I think in regards to payment that may depend on your contract. I had a HIA contract and I can't remember the exact word...

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1 October 2008

Anyone out there building with 'Rossdale Homes'??Building A New House

Oct 01, 2008 1:22 pm

I did and I wouldn't again. However my situation was a bit different. I built in a new complex, house & land package (it was a special deal). Was told by the salesperson absolutely no changes (ie no upgrading of appliances) and found out that others were allowed to. I did have a good experience ...

I did and I wouldn't again. However my situation was a bit different. I built in a new complex, house land package (it w...

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20 August 2008

Tap N GoFlooring & Floor Covering

Aug 20, 2008 2:28 pm

Has anyone heard of Tap N Go laminate flooring? I'm trying to see if they have a website to find out who stocks it. I found it in one store, but I don't really like the staff so would prefer to go elsewhere.

Has anyone heard of Tap N Go laminate flooring? I'm trying to see if they have a website to find out who stocks it. I fo...

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19 August 2008

Who pays for water / utilities during construction?Building A New House

Aug 19, 2008 1:57 pm

I've built in a new development and have been told by the builder that we have to pay for water and electricity during construction. I've been told this after handover. Theres nothing in the contract and no-one else in the development was made aware of it previously. They've said its company policy....

I've built in a new development and have been told by the builder that we have to pay for water and electricity during c...

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15 August 2008

Alarm post handoverSafer Living

Aug 15, 2008 10:19 am

Thanks Nic ;) Well I did get a few ideas from alarm companies and all said it would probably be easier to get it during the build. So we will just stick with the $1292 for the alarm with PD :) If pricing isn't too much different, in the long run it might be easier to get it done with through the bu...

If pricing isn't too much different, in the long run it might be easier to get it done with through the builder. I'm us...

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15 August 2008

Which builder in Adelaide?Building A New House

Aug 15, 2008 10:16 am

I can't comment on which ones are good, as my builder isn't on the list. But I can definately NOT recommend sterling. Friends are currently building with them and having nothing but trouble. I also know someone that used to do work for them and he said they weren't very good (trying not to say too m...

I can't comment on which ones are good, as my builder isn't on the list. But I can definately NOT recommend sterling. Fr...

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29 July 2008

Sliding ScreenLandscape & Garden Design

Jul 29, 2008 10:02 am

That sounds easier to accomplish then my idea. Thanks

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29 July 2008

When the Architect doubles your budget!Building A New House

Jul 29, 2008 9:56 am

I'm not 100% sure on this, but doesn't the Institute of Architects have a dispute resolution service (assuming this person is a member of the institute)? Maybe try contacting them for advice. Unfortunately, these are the sort of architects that give everyone a bad name. My uncle is an architect and ...

I'm not 100% sure on this, but doesn't the Institute of Architects have a dispute resolution service (assuming this pers...

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28 July 2008

Wooden floors and visitors!!!General Discussion

Jul 28, 2008 10:02 am

I've just discovered this issue when looking at flooring on the weekend. I really wanted timber, but on the advice of the flooring people I'm going laminate. Not just for the shoes, but I mentioned I have cats and they said they might scratch the floor.

I've just discovered this issue when looking at flooring on the weekend. I really wanted timber, but on the advice of th...

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24 July 2008

Sliding ScreenLandscape & Garden Design

Jul 24, 2008 3:20 pm

I have a very small (6m x 2.4m) front yard (which is my only yard) and the first thing you see when you walk in is the wall with my HWS, Rainwater Tank, Air Conditioning on it. I'm wondering if its possible to put some kind of screen in front of it, that would still allow you to access behind it. I ...

I have a very small (6m x 2.4m) front yard (which is my only yard) and the first thing you see when you walk in is the w...

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24 July 2008

A Few QuestionsFlooring & Floor Covering

Jul 24, 2008 2:56 pm

But what about carpet burn?

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24 July 2008

A Few QuestionsFlooring & Floor Covering

Jul 24, 2008 9:50 am

I'm finally ready to get flooring installed. Does anyone know if there are any auction houses in Adelaide like *** Auctions in Vic? Also, I'm considering using recyled timber, whereabouts would you get this? Salvage yards? One more question, my kitchen / living area will be timber and my 2 bedrooms ...

I'm finally ready to get flooring installed. Does anyone know if there are any auction houses in Adelaide like *** Aucti...

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23 July 2008

HWSBuilding A New House

Jul 23, 2008 11:55 am

I've had handover of my unit, but haven't finished installing the HWS. On recommendation of the builder, I got the bottom (the tank?) bit installed but not the top half as they said if I'm not living in the house it is likely to be stolen as its easy to remove. What I'm wondering is there anyway to ...

I've had handover of my unit, but haven't finished installing the HWS. On recommendation of the builder, I got the botto...