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8 December 2020

Re: Structural problem or notBuilding A New House

Dec 08, 2020 6:20 pm

Dears, here is a picture of misaligned bricks at the base of the brick wall. While it can be used as an example of how not to do Mortar and chipped bricks etc, my major question is about the misalignment of bricks at the base. Any thoughts! Will this be a Structural Problem. if yes, what is the ext...

Post some more photos that give a perspective, some from a distance that show good part of the wall here is a picture o...

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nfaisal

7 December 2020

Re: Slab damage PictureBuilding A New House

Dec 07, 2020 9:19 am

Hey @nfaisal Welcome to the forum You will require your own engineer to check the slab Pity you didn't have it inspected and photos taken prior and during the footing/slab pour here Non Compliant Concrete Footings/Slabs Proof is required should the dispute escalate further down the track also put a...

Thnx Mate. Interesting enough that it wasn't there post Slab pour. Someone messed it up afterward while scrapping don t...

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nfaisal

7 December 2020

Re: Slab damage PictureBuilding A New House

Dec 07, 2020 9:17 am

It looks to be a piece of the steel reinforcing that has been exposed. The slab design will specify a minimum amount of concrete cover over the steel reinforcing (typically 40 to 50mm). You should request that the structural engineer associated with the slab design certify any rectification works. ...

Thnx dear. I hope it works for you.

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nfaisal

7 December 2020

Structural problem or notBuilding A New House

Dec 07, 2020 9:14 am

Dears, here is a picture of misaligned bricks at the base of the brick wall. While it can be used as an example of how n...

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nfaisal

7 December 2020

Re: Brick selection, PGH Platinum or Pewter?Building A New House

Dec 07, 2020 9:08 am

Pewtr is a great choice. Congrats and good luck with the build mate! As for chipping, I suggest you write to them an email when the bricks are about to be laid. Also, speak to your SS and ask him to ensure care is taken as the bricks are fragile. You would need to keep an oversight via daily visits ...

Pewtr is a great choice. Congrats and good luck with the build mate! As for chipping, I suggest you write to them an ema...

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nfaisal

30 November 2020

Slab damage PictureBuilding A New House

Nov 30, 2020 10:32 pm

Hi Gurus, I am seeking some advice on the extent of damage to the Slab in the Picture here. What is that metal piece visible through the Void. Any feedback will be much appreciated. This is one of the Corners in the Slab. https://forum.homeone.com.au/u/95265_1606739518.jpg .

Hi Gurus, I am seeking some advice on the extent of damage to the Slab in the Picture here. What is that metal piece vis...

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nfaisal

22 November 2020

Re: Brick selection, PGH Platinum or Pewter?Building A New House

Nov 22, 2020 6:50 pm

We are using Sambuca [ Close to black] for roof. here is a picture of the Brick. If you do Proceed, try to use whiter mortar. We picked Off white and this is how it looks like https://forum.homeone.com.au/u/95265_1606035030.jpeg https://forum.homeone.com.au/u/95265_1606035030.jpeg https://forum.home...

We are using Sambuca for roof. here is a picture of the Brick. If you do Proceed, try to use whiter mortar. We picked Of...

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nfaisal

20 November 2020

Re: Cosmopolitan White Caesorstone & LaminexInterior Decorating Lounge

Nov 20, 2020 11:59 am

Hi, Any ideas on a laminex colour to match with Cosmopolitan White Caesarstone kitchen benchtops and a warm grey floor tile. Also don't want to spend big on stone benchtops for the laundry, so any suggestions on a secondary Caesarstone colour that will match with the same laminex colour suggested a...

Try Moon Stars from Hume Paints. We used it with Osprey and White benchtops + ghost gum( close to white ) cabinets. It ...

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nfaisal

19 November 2020

Re: Brick selection, PGH Platinum or Pewter?Building A New House

Nov 19, 2020 4:22 pm

Mate I am building my house using Platinum. It's a wonderful brick. Go for it. However, be forewarned as below; Select your Mortar very very carefully. Can't stress this enough for u. Don't believe in what the builder shows u in the Gallery. Make sure you inspect the Sand before it is used etc. We s...

Mate I am building my house using Platinum. It's a wonderful brick. Go for it. However, be forewarned as below; Select y...

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nfaisal

8 May 2020

Re: Builder Contract NegotiationsBuilding A New House

May 08, 2020 7:14 pm

One more question guys; What happens when they finish a stage and send you a letter of confirmation. If you inspect( via building specialist of your own) and find issues, does the clock stop until they rectify these faults? They have proposed 7 days for the payment after issuing a notice of a stage ...

One more question guys; What happens when they finish a stage and send you a letter of confirmation. If you inspect( via...

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nfaisal

8 May 2020

Re: Builder Contract NegotiationsBuilding A New House

May 08, 2020 10:35 am

5. Liquidated damages - according to the HIA this amount is fully negotiable (even more so in the current depressed market), if the builder is confident they can build your home to the agreed quality within the contract time they should have no problem agreeing to a realistic amount here to cover y...

Thnx Norfolk! 6) Does this 23-week benchmark include weekends/holidays/provision for weather-related issues etc?

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nfaisal

8 May 2020

Re: Builder Contract NegotiationsBuilding A New House

May 08, 2020 10:31 am

I've recently been through this, so here's my experience. 1.My builder did a few projects in my estate, including my next door neighbour. They knew about the soil classification & report beforehand and included relevant costs in the fixed site costs. 2. Same in my case, this is the response I r...

Thnx a lot dear. very helpful. 6) Its a Single storey house. 550 sq me land and 29 squares of constructed area.

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nfaisal

8 May 2020

Re: Builder Contract NegotiationsBuilding A New House

May 08, 2020 10:28 am

2. If you are in Victoria, the builder is trying to circumvent legislation and what they are trying to do is illegal. Unfortunately, many project builders do this and are only successful because of the weakness (and maybe laziness) of those who have supposed positions of power within the VBA. https...

Thnx Mate! Do you have any idea about the cost of employing the Building Surveyor . My builder has asked me to bear the...

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nfaisal

8 May 2020

Builder Contract NegotiationsBuilding A New House

May 08, 2020 2:18 am

Hello Gurus, I am new to this forum, so plz excuse me if you find some of my questions dumb/stupid. I am about to sign my building contract with one of the Volume builders in Victoria. They have sent me a modified version of HIA contract. Here are some areas where I need some guidance from the exper...

Hello Gurus, I am new to this forum, so plz excuse me if you find some of my questions dumb/stupid. I am about to sign m...

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