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Tribeca Homes is Terrible Tribeca Homes is Terrible

Hi all, Seeking advice regarding demolition for a KDRB. Are both sewer capping and…

Fishbone

Dec 11, 2024 10:56 pm

danderso

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DIY sediment trap on charged rainwater harvesting system DIY sediment trap on charged rainwater harvesting system

Tribecca and Birdy homes. In March 2023 we signed with a Tribecca/Birdy homes contract…

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danderso

Dec 11, 2024 7:06 pm

SaveH2O

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Hi Stacey, It's always great to hear reviews of the implementation of advice given…

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SaveH2O

Dec 11, 2024 4:33 pm

Automatic drip irrigation - gravity feed Automatic drip irrigation - gravity feed

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Landscape & Garden Design

This gravity fed system is to run as standalone (apart from the occasional tank…

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Cutting Blue Board Sheets Cutting Blue Board Sheets

Dec 11, 2024 1:45 pm

DIYHacker

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Skirting board and architraves issues Skirting board and architraves issues

Hi All, I need to cut some blue board sheets, don't want to spend a fortune on a…

DIYHacker

Dec 11, 2024 11:57 am

Emma16

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Has anyone built a home with Masterpiece Builders?Has anyone built a home with Masterpiece Builders?

Thank you so much for your response! Will I need to sand them back pretty well before…

Emma16

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Emma16

Dec 11, 2024 7:43 am

Katzie123

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Remove telecom line when demolish house Remove telecom line when demolish house

VIC

Yes, there’s a big difference from initial quote to final price. Mainly because…

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Dec 10, 2024 10:08 pm

bqngo1

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Hi everyone, Does anyone demolish the house recently as we are going to demolish…

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bqngo1

Dec 10, 2024 8:23 pm

Install a window into solid brick wall?Install a window into solid brick wall?

Yesterday

Stevenjia Yes you can definitely put a window in a double brick garage wall ( if…

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

Dec 10, 2024 3:07 pm

Dr_rock

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Beacon Lighting 20% Discount Beacon Lighting 20% Discount

1, 2

So a bit of a good and bad update. We're making great progress inside with finals…

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Dr_rock

Dec 10, 2024 1:47 pm

Bk3064

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NSW

1 ... 4, 5, 6

Code sent and thanks. I am out of here at 3am tomorrow See you all in the new year…

Chevron Oak Flooring Melbourne – Your Guide to Stylish Interiors Chevron Oak Flooring Melbourne – Your Guide to Stylish Interiors

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woodenfloorsmelbourne

9 December

LVL Installation LVL Installation

Hey everyone, I’m currently renovating my living room and have been researching…

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woodenfloorsmelbourne

Dec 09, 2024 7:40 pm

frozo

9 December

Building Standards; Getting It Right!

Thanks for the response Chippy. Do you know anyone around the parramatta area in…

frozo

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frozo

Dec 09, 2024 5:39 pm

What is this tree and can it be relocated What is this tree and can it be relocated

9 December

Landscape & Garden Design

I used https://identify.plantnet.org on your pic with the folage. Lots of 'possibilities…

dant

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Building up to Lock up - Owner Builder Permit needed?Building up to Lock up - Owner Builder Permit needed?

Dec 09, 2024 12:00 pm

waxinggibbous

9 December

Owner Builder Forum

You don't say where you re, but in New South Wales, you can do work without an owner…

dotty

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waxinggibbous

Dec 09, 2024 10:55 am

Builder refusing to negotiate contract Builder refusing to negotiate contract

9 December

infinite-justice Your post is 100% correct. Both the HIA contract and the Masterbuilder…

CallyNoon

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Dec 09, 2024 6:10 am

What to Do if Moss Removal Causes Damage to the Roof?What to Do if Moss Removal Causes Damage to the Roof?

9 December

If moss removal damages your roof, you should first stop the process and inspect…

carinebrexleyc

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Dec 09, 2024 2:53 am

Concrete slab next to the entrance into garage worn out Concrete slab next to the entrance into garage worn out

9 December

Not likely. A 20-year-old concrete slab should still be structurally sound unless…

Foma2

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Sliding window panel removal Sliding window panel removal

Dec 09, 2024 2:49 am

butters7388

8 December

Windows & Doors

No resolution. We ended up just having to remove security screens whenever we cleaned…

butters7388

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butters7388

Dec 08, 2024 10:06 pm

Pulse

8 December

Report and Consent Report and Consent

Old Home Restoration / Renovation

the side setback is pretty standard, what grounds are there to over ride that planning…

gr8tech

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Pulse

Dec 08, 2024 6:59 pm

connorkeira

8 December

New windows but windows wont lift up and out New windows but windows wont lift up and out

Windows & Doors

Hello We have had new windows installed, and two windows out of the 11 installed…

connorkeira

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connorkeira

Dec 08, 2024 6:26 pm

sligh

8 December

Water Leak under inset bathtub Water Leak under inset bathtub

DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

Hi All! First time posting here. I was just inspecting the return air of the ducted…

sligh

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sligh

Dec 08, 2024 3:47 pm

Eng. B A

8 December

Water/sticky substance oozing out of grout on hot days Water/sticky substance oozing out of grout on hot days

Outdoor Living

Possible cause could be grout mix had lower/higher water than recommended and/or…

djhosken

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Eng. B A

Dec 08, 2024 1:02 pm

Man-n-3Cats

8 December

Has anyone built with Lily Homes (NSW) in recent times ?Has anyone built with Lily Homes (NSW) in recent times ?

House Plan or Survey First?House Plan or Survey First?

NSW

Hi Gilly How are you going with the project, I am about to sign up with Lily Homes…

Superstar123

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Man-n-3Cats

Dec 08, 2024 8:34 am

EvryThingIsNormal

7 December

Max floor level step Max floor level step

QLD

Hi ya, It would depend on your property. If you have significant slope or a strange…

s.srvy

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EvryThingIsNormal

Dec 07, 2024 5:13 pm

jillyphomeone

7 December

Home owner occupier construction loan Home owner occupier construction loan

I have just had my bathroom renovated and have a 60 mm step onto the tiles. I find…

jillyphomeone

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jillyphomeone

Dec 07, 2024 3:08 pm

Nj3

7 December

Home Finance

Can someone pls help with advice. My husband and I live in NSW and own a land in…

Nj3

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Nj3

Dec 07, 2024 12:55 pm

oldchippy

7 December

External staircase stringer length External staircase stringer length

Height restriction WA Height restriction WA

Can anyone advise of where I can find the span table for stair stringers. I have…

oldchippy

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oldchippy

Dec 07, 2024 6:32 am

Stuckinthemud

6 December

Has anyone rectified slab heave successfully Has anyone rectified slab heave successfully

Does the height restrictions listed here Refer to the natural lie of the land, or…

Stuckinthemud

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Stuckinthemud

Dec 06, 2024 6:05 pm

henley_homes_horrors

6 December

1 ... 48, 49, 50

G'day Adam Is any of the above the builder's responsibility during construction…

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henley_homes_horrors

Dec 06, 2024 2:33 pm

Resiplank hybrid flooring review Resiplank hybrid flooring review

6 December

Hi, has anyone installed Resiplank Corsica hybrid flooring, and if so, your review…

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Dec 06, 2024 11:40 am

Terra mater - Resiplank Rigid core hybrid flooring Terra mater - Resiplank Rigid core hybrid flooring

6 December

Flooring & Floor Covering

Hi deeps, have you installed your flooring, if so, did you use Terra mater Resiplank…

SouthiMonk

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Roller Blinds Banging!Roller Blinds Banging!

Dec 06, 2024 11:37 am

Kuzon

6 December

Window Furnishings

1, 2, 3

Another option is https://www.amazon.com.au/BlindMuffs-Bl ... B0DB76X7V4 . Worked…

penmac2204

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Kuzon

Dec 06, 2024 9:13 am

valexan

6 December

Need some feedback on the Land Lot. Any help appreciated.Need some feedback on the Land Lot. Any help appreciated.

Buying Land

Hi Guys and Girls, I am new to this forum. I am also looking to venture into building…

valexan

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valexan

Dec 06, 2024 8:53 am

Europeanut

6 December

Roof tiles and flashings Roof tiles and flashings

I've got a new build and a skylight was installed as per the build however the way…

Europeanut

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Europeanut

Dec 06, 2024 8:13 am

Knock down and rebuild experience Knock down and rebuild experience

6 December

what city are you located in as that has a big impact on pricing and possibly time…

Ajn88

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