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Henley Homes Henley Homes

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Hi, If you give a set of criteria as to what means 'good' to you, it'll give others…

Ibuild7

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Arli Homes Arli Homes

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Hi, We didn't end up going with them but they were a close second on our list. If…

josefaaron

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Brick work cracks Brick work cracks

Apr 16, 2024 12:38 pm

Vincent49

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DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

Did a small re- lay of bricks on a boundary wall. Within no time, the bricks I re…

Vincent49

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Vincent49

Apr 16, 2024 12:03 pm

eguan88

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Building With AllCastle Homes Building With AllCastle Homes

Help me understand this Hot Water System Help me understand this Hot Water System

NSW

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

sodapop

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eguan88

Apr 16, 2024 11:19 am

aussieta

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Heating, Cooling & Insulation

the sun master is the solar heating to warm the water in the tank the S26 is your…

normaron

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aussieta

Apr 16, 2024 7:21 am

Wayf9191

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Qartaba Homes Box HIll Qartaba Homes Box HIll

yes Sydney based

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Apr 16, 2024 1:08 am

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

Not exactly sure how your home warranty works down there, but i would say you are…

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Apr 15, 2024 9:56 pm

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

17 h

Yes, The black foam is called abelflex. It actually has a 10mm tear-away to create…

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Apr 15, 2024 9:51 pm

Waterstops required in 2016?Waterstops required in 2016?

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Bathrooms and Laundry

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Tondelver House - Shipping Container Build Tondelver House - Shipping Container Build

Apr 15, 2024 8:59 pm

waxinggibbous

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Owner Builder Forum

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I've slowed down a fair bit lately - even taken time off to read a book, look at…

waxinggibbous

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waxinggibbous

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kingsway

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Builder designers in Melbourne?Builder designers in Melbourne?

Pro finish tiling group Pro finish tiling group

Any recommended small/medium builder designers here in Melbourne Victoria? Thanks…

kingsway

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kingsway

Apr 15, 2024 5:20 pm

SaveH2O

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Renovation + Home Improvement

The wallopers will just say it's a civil matter. @ Link did you get a receipt or…

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Apr 15, 2024 2:58 pm

Yesterday

Hello! I'm new to this forum and in need of some advice. Should I put an art piece…

Sar

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Sar

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lilijana

15 April

AllCastle Homes has anyone built in 2023 AllCastle Homes has anyone built in 2023

Hi we are looking to talk to people who have built with them recently. We have signed…

lilijana

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lilijana

Apr 15, 2024 2:51 am

White based tiles for both Indoor living & Outdoor Alfresco White based tiles for both Indoor living & Outdoor Alfresco

14 April

thanks. the above one is white Mat tiles and have gripness so going for this Mat…

1559

Apr 15, 2024 12:22 am

Is it possible to get the Coral Homes Highlands 36 home?Is it possible to get the Coral Homes Highlands 36 home?

14 April

QLD

In Qld it is a requirement that a builder must have a cost breakdown, for building…

workingwarrior

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Apr 14, 2024 11:39 pm

Pre Lining Inspection with defects Pre Lining Inspection with defects

14 April

NSW

There are a lot of private inspectors should have stayed working as tradies!! Firstly…

eviethewestie

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Duplex builder in Chatswood Duplex builder in Chatswood

Apr 14, 2024 11:36 pm

JordanHarper

14 April

Double Brick homes Double Brick homes

Hi all. There are many building companies offering duplex builds. Any recommendations…

JordanHarper

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JordanHarper

Apr 14, 2024 10:53 pm

RudeCrudeBrute

14 April

Anyone recently put in a new shower with bench seat?Anyone recently put in a new shower with bench seat?

Can I be Rude Crude n Brute abt double brick houses... 1.Its my money ..my house…

RudeCrudeBrute

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RudeCrudeBrute

Apr 14, 2024 10:46 pm

Mofflepop

14 April

Bathrooms and Laundry

I’m loving the potential versatility and practicality of a bench seat in a shower…

Mofflepop

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Mofflepop

Apr 14, 2024 10:42 pm

Waterproofing around door jam?Waterproofing around door jam?

14 April

No! You are correct it is not compliant. The waterstop must be incorporated into…

ownerinproblem

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Balcony Drainage Issue - Drip Edge Retrofit?Balcony Drainage Issue - Drip Edge Retrofit?

Apr 14, 2024 10:29 pm

MichaC

14 April

Builder ripped up balcony tiling, water proofing and start again. Fitted an aluminium…

MichaC

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MichaC

Apr 14, 2024 7:54 pm

Regulations for shower over bath Regulations for shower over bath

13 April

You need to reference the manufactures installation guide, your supplier may have…

fcrombie

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1980s house reno ideas 1980s house reno ideas

Apr 13, 2024 10:30 pm

CrackersC

13 April

Clearance and extending Post u brackets?Clearance and extending Post u brackets?

Hi everyone, we are struggling to find inspiration for our house renovations. We…

CrackersC

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CrackersC

Apr 13, 2024 5:21 pm

Chippies_Kid

13 April

Building Standards; Getting It Right!

When my house was built (over 7 years ago), the post brackets were done to allow…

Chippies_Kid

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Chippies_Kid

Apr 13, 2024 1:40 pm

Allira.cronin

12 April

Site costs Site costs

Buying Land

Just wondering if anyone has a rough calculation of site costs for a 18 x 32 block…

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Apr 12, 2024 9:05 pm

12 April

A few years ago we supplied a major builder with double glazed windows because they…

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Apr 12, 2024 3:22 pm

BAL 29 uPVC windows compliance BAL 29 uPVC windows compliance

12 April

Just remember that uPVC melts at 160 C.

resu

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Apr 12, 2024 3:08 pm

Can you use plasterboard for window jambs, reveals, sills?Can you use plasterboard for window jambs, reveals, sills?

12 April

Windows & Doors

Plasterboard Gyprock is very popular as a reveal liner these days. You need to provide…

elbow27

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Two kitchens in one house - planning rules Two kitchens in one house - planning rules

Apr 12, 2024 1:07 pm

Althom

12 April

DA Application Cost Estimate DA Application Cost Estimate

is it exempt or do I need to get permission from council Call your Council and ask…

Edd

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Althom

Apr 12, 2024 10:16 am

Metamorf

12 April

1, 2

A question for all of humanity: how much does an architectural and construction…

Carmooch

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Metamorf

Apr 12, 2024 6:27 am

combining the ceiling fan switch, light switch, dimmer switc combining the ceiling fan switch, light switch, dimmer switc

12 April

Any electricians here please help. 1) Will the Fan need separate switch to ON/OFF…

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Anyone building with Firstyle Homes? Let's connect Anyone building with Firstyle Homes? Let's connect

Apr 12, 2024 1:13 am

srdjbee

11 April

Are Westinghouse appliances OK??Are Westinghouse appliances OK??

Hey, Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. I'm also in the process of building…

koffeetime

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srdjbee

Apr 11, 2024 7:20 pm

Jadandma

11 April

Kitchen Appliances

Our honest view Westinghouse WEV617DSC oven with airfryer, purchased in 2020. We…

Tall6

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Jadandma

Apr 11, 2024 12:25 pm

BrettSC

11 April

slab plan slab plan

What type of cladding is this What type of cladding is this

The solid line is just showing the step down. The section confirms that the porch…

yujingsz1990

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BrettSC

Apr 11, 2024 8:16 am

parity

11 April

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

That looks like it, thanks very much

parity

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parity

Apr 11, 2024 6:53 am

Bk3064

11 April

Designing, Building & Developing a Luxury home in Lindfield Designing, Building & Developing a Luxury home in Lindfield

Thank you , also heard that steel frames make knocking noise ? Do you have any…

Bk3064

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Bk3064

Apr 11, 2024 1:10 am

pizzashapes

10 April

smart or normal switches smart or normal switches

1, 2

Always handy to have the facts on hand when relying on agents advice, a lot of…

Ashington Homes

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pizzashapes

Apr 10, 2024 5:22 pm

gsj-sa

10 April

I am planning to get shelly dimmers added to the non-smart switches that control…

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gsj-sa

Apr 10, 2024 2:01 pm

New Fence - Boundary New Fence - Boundary

10 April

VIC

Hi, It’s important to keep in mind that dividing fences have thickness, so it’…

on3_cool

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Cesearstone Alternatives Cesearstone Alternatives

Apr 10, 2024 10:57 am

Bimbob

10 April

Kitchen Corner

and they have their Mineral range too

SydneyElle

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Bimbob

Apr 10, 2024 10:53 am

Garage extension Garage extension

10 April

Hi, Building Designer from the Sunshine Coast here, we offer free site reports…

Slaydbyme

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Build experience - Trend Connection Homes Build experience - Trend Connection Homes

Apr 10, 2024 8:18 am

beesa888

10 April

Gas abolishment home renovation Gas abolishment home renovation

Yes, I signed build contract and currently awaiting colour selection appointment…

Arm256

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beesa888

Apr 10, 2024 1:04 am

catherinemh

9 April

Owner Builder Forum

We are about to partially demo our house to begin a major renovation… by partial…

catherinemh

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catherinemh

Apr 09, 2024 8:30 pm

Indigo Unicorn

9 April

First Avenue Homes Experience First Avenue Homes Experience

Looks like they are still building..... Link

H0488M4105

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Indigo Unicorn

Apr 09, 2024 6:20 pm

Colorbond roof can you extend its life?Colorbond roof can you extend its life?

9 April

You should pressure clean your roof first and make sure the paint you buy also is…

jimbo73

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Apr 09, 2024 6:15 pm

Frame Cracks & Cuts on Beam Frame Cracks & Cuts on Beam

9 April

This should not happen, when the timber arrives on site, bent studs should be separated…

Lplate

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