Posts by Trixie81 • Home Renovation & Building Forum

12 September 2020

Sep 12, 2020 4:18 pm

So we’re back on the build option (stopped initially cos of covid). Ben Trager has gone under so exploring InVogue with a slightly bigger budget. Any feedback with them? Thanks

So we’re back on the build option (stopped initially cos of covid). Ben Trager has gone under so exploring InVogue with ...

12 March 2020

Mar 12, 2020 11:36 am

hi Trixie81 I think one of the reason why Ben Trager seem more economical is because of the EPS - cladding system used for the second level. BT was one of the first to adopt this method though other builders are now offering it too. Yes, agree that’s where the savings come from however it not convi...

Yes, agree that’s where the savings come from however it not convinced it’s the safest method.

12 March 2020

Mar 12, 2020 11:35 am

That's a good sized block Trixie, with a nice wide 18m frontage. What direction does the frontage face. With a block that size you should be able to get the home orientated correctly, hopefully without any overshadowing issues. Orientating the home with passive solar principles in mind is the best ...

Yes, it’s a decent block but hard to find off the plan designs as they no longer release blocks that big so we looking ...

12 March 2020

Mar 12, 2020 11:33 am

I suggest you also read up on Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) in Buildings Building product Safety Alert OT, also factor in higher home insurance costs,etc,etc Cheers Chris Thanks very much for sending this through, appreciate it. Agree, I’m thinking if we go this route, we may only be saving in the sho...

Thanks very much for sending this through, appreciate it. Agree, I’m thinking if we go this route, we may only be savin...

5 March 2020

Mar 05, 2020 4:09 pm

I agree with Doozer regarding Summit Homes/ New Generation Homes. Their 2 storey and loft homes are some of the best value products right now. Thanks for the feedback. We’re actually close to the Summit showroom so will investigate.

Thanks for the feedback. We’re actually close to the Summit showroom so will investigate.

5 March 2020

Mar 05, 2020 4:08 pm

Everone wants a Ferrari at a Holden price. To be honest a Holden Commodore will give you years of excellent service at a reasonable price, comfort and safety. We started the process with Dale Alcock, Blueprint and MoMu who are part of the SSB Group which Ben Trager is as well. To be honest out of t...

Thanks for your reply. Yes, that’s true, I definitely want as good as I can get for less dollars because I just can’t a...

3 March 2020

Mar 03, 2020 10:54 pm

Hi Doozer, Thank you for your reply, appreciate it. Yes, I like your analogy which is why I have my reservations over a volume builder. From my understanding it totally depends on the tradespeople who will build the home and because volume builders outsource rather than have their own team, we could...

Hi Doozer, Thank you for your reply, appreciate it. Yes, I like your analogy which is why I have my reservations over a ...

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2 March 2020

Mar 02, 2020 11:14 am

My husband and I are exploring building options and builders. Unfortunately due to budget we’re having to choose a volume builder. Have my reservations but so far looking at Dale Alcock, Aveling and Ben Trager. My husband has his heart set on double storey but if we choose that option, Ben Trager is...

My husband and I are exploring building options and builders. Unfortunately due to budget we’re having to choose a volum...