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Thanks Splashers, that helps. BuildingandLegal, do you have an online source for…

renovator_me

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renovator_me

Apr 23, 2024 9:34 am

How to qualify for 6-star energy rating (pre NCC 2022)How to qualify for 6-star energy rating (pre NCC 2022)

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maybe it was rated at 7.2 but not built at 7.2?

firsthyme

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Two storey house construction cost Two storey house construction cost

Apr 23, 2024 8:37 am

BarbaraHenry45

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The price you're seeing for a high-spec 2-storey home in Perth sounds steep, but…

FirstTimeBuilder7

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BarbaraHenry45

Apr 23, 2024 7:56 am

Seeking Recommendations for Inspection Services in Wodonga Seeking Recommendations for Inspection Services in Wodonga

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Please read your contract regarding handover process. Generally, once final payment…

eanyoo4

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Getting a construction lawyer Getting a construction lawyer

Apr 23, 2024 7:53 am

Babixzaker

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Floor plan renovation help Floor plan renovation help

QLD

Well, finding the right construction lawyer can be a bit of a challenge, but don…

Mofflepop

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Babixzaker

Apr 23, 2024 5:48 am

oklouise

10 h

we need accurate dimensions as well as the number of bedrooms and bathrooms needed…

wake_tonight

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oklouise

Apr 22, 2024 11:34 pm

Best way to clean and fix the pavement Best way to clean and fix the pavement

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Landscape & Garden Design

I have stone pavement (?) in my backyard around the pool. I have not tended to them…

403

Apr 22, 2024 9:35 pm

Door not closing properly but I have a fixed hinge Door not closing properly but I have a fixed hinge

12 h

Windows & Doors

My door tends to rub against the frame during winter and I'm looking to fix it so…

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Apr 22, 2024 9:29 pm

sun_kdr

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Dean Homes Dean Homes

Knock Down Rebuild : Site survey - own or via builder?Knock Down Rebuild : Site survey - own or via builder?

VIC

Hello Venusmarz, we are considering Dean Homes for our project, may I know how did…

stillwaters

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sun_kdr

Apr 22, 2024 9:21 pm

Mattms

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Floating floor boards over slate tiles Floating floor boards over slate tiles

NSW

Anyone knows which builders in NSW that uses Fair Trading contract...?

thehuntbegins

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Mattms

Apr 22, 2024 9:18 pm

Splashers

13 h

Qartaba Homes Qartaba Homes

To put anything over slate you will need to put self level compound over the entire…

wake_tonight

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Splashers

Apr 22, 2024 8:18 pm

naaeaus

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Buying Land

1, 2

qartaba homes now Under External Administration And/Or Controller Appointed. is…

AAAnewbuyer

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naaeaus

Apr 22, 2024 8:01 pm

Gaps/spaces between floor boards and skirting boards Gaps/spaces between floor boards and skirting boards

14 h

Apparently, it should be that way. They can’t put any silicone as floating boards…

Lea Santos

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Apr 22, 2024 7:27 pm

Clix flooring and skirting boards gaps.Clix flooring and skirting boards gaps.

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Is this acceptable in a new house build. Floors where installed by builder. Already…

156

Apr 22, 2024 2:34 pm

Can anyone please identify what this thing is?Can anyone please identify what this thing is?

20 h

it's identified as an open drain

aj960

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Apr 22, 2024 2:07 pm

Yesterday

Pool cover Pool cover

There are no other options other than installing a void protection, over the pool…

Phonan

908

Question about motorised roller blinds Question about motorised roller blinds

Apr 21, 2024 10:12 pm

craigrads

Yesterday

Window Furnishings

I have motorised roller blinds in my house. I motorised all the blinds I use a…

proudwanderer

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craigrads

Apr 21, 2024 9:49 pm

Mkamal

21 April

Tips how to paint your house in Brisbane Tips how to paint your house in Brisbane

Radcliffe Estate - Wyee Radcliffe Estate - Wyee

Title: Expert Tips for Painting Your Own House: Insights from Brisbane Painting…

Mkamal

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Mkamal

Apr 21, 2024 9:34 pm

cath_land17

21 April

Hey there, I have just secured an unregistered block in Radcliffe recently and…

gcnicho

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cath_land17

Apr 21, 2024 7:26 pm

Double Brick homes Double Brick homes

21 April

Double brick homes are the worst type of building conventions for the australian…

RudeCrudeBrute

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Apr 21, 2024 12:41 pm

smart or normal switches smart or normal switches

21 April

Shelly switches require a paid subscription for full access to all features which…

Sara thy

1941

Apr 21, 2024 12:38 pm

Are window films accepted as privacy screens?Are window films accepted as privacy screens?

21 April

yes

blacknwhite

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Sealing Gas heater brevis underground duct Sealing Gas heater brevis underground duct

Apr 21, 2024 12:32 pm

funnybunny

20 April

DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

Hi everyone Question about Brevis gas heating undergound - was recently installed…

funnybunny

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funnybunny

Apr 20, 2024 10:51 pm

Kaplan Homes Non Compliant & Substandard Workmanship Kaplan Homes Non Compliant & Substandard Workmanship

20 April

Do you have the report? not just photos

Dan Mil

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Apr 20, 2024 9:34 pm

Waterproofing around door jam?Waterproofing around door jam?

20 April

Screed is installed before or after, what was not up to code? You have 4x images…

ownerinproblem

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Colour Selection: Comments / Feedback Colour Selection: Comments / Feedback

Apr 20, 2024 7:04 pm

Dreams_come_true

20 April

Is my land not elevated enough?Is my land not elevated enough?

VIC

I am building Enfield 201 by Mimosa Homes - York Facade Link: https://www.mimosahomes…

Dreams_come_true

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Dreams_come_true

Apr 20, 2024 4:25 pm

ck14

20 April

As per title, unsure if my land doesn’t have enough fill. The house on the left…

ck14

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ck14

Apr 20, 2024 4:07 pm

What is an allowable amount of movement?What is an allowable amount of movement?

20 April

How will you determine if tree roots causing problem

Newhomebuildquestions

3252

Shed Slab over Soakwell Shed Slab over Soakwell

Apr 20, 2024 12:46 pm

RodC

20 April

Plumbing roots blocking PVC pipe Plumbing roots blocking PVC pipe

One corner of my shed slab will be directly over a 1400mm diameter concrete soakwell…

RodC

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RodC

Apr 20, 2024 10:17 am

sudhir

20 April

DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

3 pipes are coming from upstairs bathroom. 40mm from bathroom sink, 50mm from shower…

sudhir

842

sudhir

Apr 20, 2024 9:19 am

delariva

20 April

Excavation pool costs Excavation pool costs

Buying Land

We just had a pool dig and was told by our contractor the pool would need piers.…

delariva

367

delariva

Apr 20, 2024 9:15 am

Gas Abolishment - Brisbane city council Gas Abolishment - Brisbane city council

20 April

Thanks for your advice, I will reach out to ombudsman

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Exposed aggregate looks patchy after wash Exposed aggregate looks patchy after wash

Apr 20, 2024 7:25 am

afpo23

19 April

First time build: Custom narrow riverside home in WA First time build: Custom narrow riverside home in WA

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TC6TlJ ... p=drivesdk

afpo23

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afpo23

Apr 19, 2024 9:05 pm

Dr_rock

19 April

Attaching roofing to brick Attaching roofing to brick

So it looks like we finally have some movement on site! Definitely later than expected…

Dr_rock

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Dr_rock

Apr 19, 2024 6:42 pm

scroggin

19 April

Electricity Pit Before Demolition Electricity Pit Before Demolition

I plan on installing an undercover walkway (awning ??) from my carport to the back…

scroggin

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scroggin

Apr 19, 2024 11:59 am

jagberg

18 April

Hang 10kg mirror on dry wall.Hang 10kg mirror on dry wall.

When I dealt with a similar situation, I found that directly informing the electricity…

Jess_R

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jagberg

Apr 18, 2024 9:01 pm

Callifo

18 April

DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

Ditto 3M Claw, expensive but best thing I've used to date. I put two of the 11kg…

dharmesh

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Callifo

Apr 18, 2024 6:21 pm

RogerD68

18 April

Our Carolina (slightly modified) Build With Montgomery Homes Our Carolina (slightly modified) Build With Montgomery Homes

Minimum 100,000 litre water tank Minimum 100,000 litre water tank

NSW

1, 2

Hello just wanted to see the noise level between the top and bottom floor. Does…

lia_dvm

21059

RogerD68

Apr 18, 2024 6:02 pm

SaveH2O

18 April

As is per usual for many of the past failed RWH regulations, it is probably traceable…

robin.horn

987

SaveH2O

Apr 18, 2024 4:45 pm

Province Laminate 8mm or Clix Laminate 7mm Province Laminate 8mm or Clix Laminate 7mm

18 April

Flooring & Floor Covering

I know this is an old thread. But just wondering if you went with the 7mm clix…

amazing_venice

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Reblock Reviews Victoria Reblock Reviews Victoria

Apr 18, 2024 4:21 pm

Cedric

18 April

Old Home Restoration / Renovation

I cannot find a review for the Reblocker I am getting a quote from. Am I doing something…

Cedric

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Cedric

Apr 18, 2024 11:50 am

Does concrete foam filler need to be sealed?Does concrete foam filler need to be sealed?

18 April

There is nothing in the various codes and standards that puts this requirement on…

Newhomebuildquestions

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Apr 18, 2024 10:46 am

Million dollar home in Perth Million dollar home in Perth

18 April

1 ... 4, 5, 6

if you call those builders and ask them, they will give you a range based on finish…

shaidas

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54221

Apr 18, 2024 10:07 am

Hebel + steel frame vs brick+ timber frame Hebel + steel frame vs brick+ timber frame

18 April

Thanks I had similar feedback from lot of people . I think with steel frame hanging…

7980

Construction disputes Construction disputes

Apr 18, 2024 4:52 am

Mandy1222

17 April

Building With AllCastle Homes Building With AllCastle Homes

I have a house and land. The land is 300 square meter . The construction is near…

Mandy1222

676

Mandy1222

Apr 17, 2024 7:33 pm

lilijana

17 April

NSW

1 ... 4, 5, 6

Hi I would like to get in touch with you. I’m a first time builder we just signed…

sodapop

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lilijana

Apr 17, 2024 7:29 pm

Extending next to easement Extending next to easement

17 April

Renovation + Home Improvement

Hi all, Looking at one lot and saw the drainage easement mentioned in contract.…

631

Apr 17, 2024 3:24 pm

Choosing easier lot for extension/renovation.Choosing easier lot for extension/renovation.

17 April

Renovation + Home Improvement

Thanks for the reply. Had a look at the suggested lot and found other problem on…

16655

Apr 17, 2024 3:12 pm

17 April

Site costs Site costs

Buying Land

Henley should give you some indication of site costs. Too many variable to give…

Allira.cronin

1869

Apr 17, 2024 11:54 am

Gaps at end of roller door - how to cover ?Gaps at end of roller door - how to cover ?

17 April

you dont.

Newhomebuildquestions

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