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Mika.Ho
Mika.Ho
18 December 2018

Any furniture sale recommend?

Any furniture sale recommend?

In the meantime, here are a few great takeaways for furnishing your home on a…

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Mika.Ho
Dec 18, 2018 3:58 pm
Em Lo
Em Lo
17 December 2018

Quiet Step underlay or Regupol cork underlay

Quiet Step underlay or Regupol cork underlay

I have to decide what underlay to use under laminate flooring we plan to install in January. It is quite a task. We have a…

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Em Lo
Dec 17, 2018 10:34 pm
1800
1800
17 December 2018

Maintenance/Service Easement

Maintenance/Service Easement

Hi All, I am wondering if anyone can knows how long the service easement is? looking to go through CDC The lot im looking at is 10m wide and 32m depth, Zero lot (all…

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1800
Dec 17, 2018 8:47 pm
Intellichoice
Intellichoice
14 December 2018

Who to choose?! In a pickle

Who to choose?! In a pickle

As per the previous-if you have already sunk cash-and a legal battle to get monies back seems a trial (no pun intended) then you could find a supervisor and do as an owner…

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Intellichoice
Dec 14, 2018 3:08 pm
Intellichoice
Sethor
Sethor
14 December 2018

Lock up payment

Lock up payment

Also note if your build is financed your bank will have a lock up valuation done when payment is requested.

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Sethor
Dec 14, 2018 12:46 pm
Melos
Melos
12 December 2018

Own build vs employ builder

Own build vs employ builder

Maybe you could approach the builder that retired and ask him to help project manage the build. I had a friend project manage a major Reno and it saved her a lot of money…

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Melos
Dec 12, 2018 5:25 am
chippy
chippy
11 December 2018

Mirror installation

Mirror installation

Just use wall mates. Follow the directions and it will work a treat

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chippy
Dec 11, 2018 8:15 pm
chippy
ohgosh
ohgosh
11 December 2018

Bought a 2yr old home, no p-trap in shower

Bought a 2yr old home, no p-trap in shower

Hi all, we recently bought a home which was built in 2016. There is a strong sewer smell coming from the ensuite shower, and after having a look I have realized that there…

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ohgosh
Dec 11, 2018 11:19 am
aussieta
aussieta
10 December 2018

extension and bal

extension and bal

Considering adding an extension to my 1986 home, we are in a bushfire overlay area if i build an exetension does the extension need to meet current bal levels does the…

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aussieta
Dec 10, 2018 3:06 pm
aussieta
SejaeD
SejaeD
10 December 2018

Renovation advise

Renovation advise

have you found a builder yet? I have an awesome one if youre still looking

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SejaeD
Dec 10, 2018 2:20 pm
SejaeD
bestspecials
bestspecials
10 December 2018

Coral homes garage door height

Coral homes garage door height

Our Coral home has the garage door height same as the front door, so without measuring, I would say 2.1m

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1933
bestspecials
Dec 10, 2018 1:38 pm
bestspecials
jimbob73
jimbob73
10 December 2018

Behind vinyl cladding

Behind vinyl cladding

Hi my house is 7 years old and has vinyl cladding, the other day l removed a piece of vinyl cladding to see what was behind, l was expecting there to be plastic sheeting…

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jimbob73
Dec 10, 2018 7:16 am
Liliana
Liliana
7 December 2018

wood rot holes veandah posts

wood rot holes veandah posts

Hi jimbob73 I just updated my thread on my woodrot problem. Have you got any pictures? In my case the woodrot needed to be removed and replaced with new wood. See my…

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Liliana
Dec 07, 2018 9:02 am
highwire
highwire
6 December 2018

Exterior Rendering

Exterior Rendering

Hi folks, Does anyone have a picture of surfmist as their main render and woodland grey or basalt contrast render in their front elevation? Thanks in advance.

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highwire
Dec 06, 2018 12:01 pm
sophie123
sophie123
4 December 2018

Primary School

Primary School

Hi Tammy, If you have other family member can give you a hand? you can arrange time schedule for kids first, and see how to make schedule for rest things. Sophie

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sophie123
Dec 04, 2018 4:28 pm
RenoMentor
RenoMentor
4 December 2018

Expired Tender

Expired Tender

Hi Mel.G, I am not sure where you are located, but I've found (as a builder) that supply costs have increased in the last 12 months. It's tough as a builder that we do…

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RenoMentor
Dec 04, 2018 3:54 pm
RenoMentor
Linia
Linia
4 December 2018

Suspended conventional slab 20m x 20m

Suspended conventional slab 20m x 20m

Hi guys, I’m new to online posts What should be a m2 price for conventional suspended slab with band beams bondeck at 180mm thick Thanks

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Linia
Dec 04, 2018 11:15 am
building-expert
building-expert
4 December 2018

Saving home buyer from a Lemon

Saving home buyer from a Lemon

Recently I have been asked for a pre purchase inspection, on a referral from a solicitor, for one of his clients. The client had…

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building-expert
Dec 04, 2018 8:55 am
building-expert
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
4 December 2018

How to fix drainage issues on pavement around house

How to fix drainage issues on pavement around house

This is one of the increasing number of issues that people are now facing with zero boundary lots and the answer to your question comes back to the natural ground levels…

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SaveH2O
Dec 04, 2018 3:06 am
SaveH2O
kylewalkerup
kylewalkerup
3 December 2018

I need Reviews for Interior Designer

I need Reviews for Interior Designer

I didn't know about Bean Bags Australia. But I know about ABI Interiors which provide services that you couldn’t imagine that your bathroom also could look remarkable…

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kylewalkerup
Dec 03, 2018 6:24 am
kylewalkerup

Too faced a similar problem, found this 7roofingmelbourne.com.au company in the Internet, they to me restored everything and repaired. Problems did not arise any more.

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kutto
Dec 01, 2018 6:21 pm
aussieta
aussieta
30 November 2018

Removal of floodlights

Removal of floodlights

it is illegal to touch any fixed wiring if they plug in with a plug and powerpoint you can remove them

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aussieta
Nov 30, 2018 6:24 pm
aussieta
Eva27
Eva27
30 November 2018

Horrible carpet in rental

Horrible carpet in rental

Hi all, I am hoping someone can help..! My partner and I have just moved into a rental while we are searching for a home to buy.. The rental property has horrible navy…

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Eva27
Nov 30, 2018 1:01 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
29 November 2018

Recessed damp proof course

Recessed damp proof course

It is true that it is the way that it has been done for a long time but in the absence of a certified Performance Solution, they have to abide by the Australian Standards…

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SaveH2O
Nov 29, 2018 10:41 pm
SaveH2O
Gerro
Gerro
29 November 2018

Interior paint colour

Interior paint colour

We had the polyurethane colour matched to a standard Polytec colour called Stone Grey.

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Gerro
Nov 29, 2018 12:30 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
29 November 2018

WA Construction falls to Lowest level on record

WA Construction falls to Lowest level on record

Now's a Great time to consider Building or Renovating in Perth I will be sharing a few up coming projects Cheers Chris

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 29, 2018 9:15 am
StructuralBIMGuy
building-expert
building-expert
29 November 2018

Termites

Termites

Termite management requires annual inspections because termites can breach or avoid barriers and if they do the inspection will pick up damage before it becomes serious.…

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building-expert
Nov 29, 2018 6:13 am
building-expert
Joker
Joker
28 November 2018

Unpleasent Experience with signature kitchen

Unpleasent Experience with signature kitchen

Is the house in Australia or Malaysia.

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Joker
Nov 28, 2018 7:23 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
27 November 2018

Dispute with Metricon

Dispute with Metricon

its hard to see how its Metricon's fault after 3 years. Save yourself the headache and just fix it

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SejaeD
Nov 27, 2018 2:46 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
SejaeD
27 November 2018

Ryde Garden Development

Ryde Garden Development

Country Garden and Ryde council hate each other. Good luck

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SejaeD
Nov 27, 2018 2:36 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
SejaeD
27 November 2018

Western sydney property group/ town house & villa

Western sydney property group/ town house & villa

worst developers in Australia, hands down

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SejaeD
Nov 27, 2018 2:34 pm
SejaeD
Joker
Joker
26 November 2018

Cracking chipped polished concrete - polystyrene visible

Cracking chipped polished concrete - polystyrene visible

Wow doesn't sound good, selling a new home is often a red flag, the perfect buyer being Mr Mrs inexperienced, who knows what is under neath, maybe missing chairs, maybe…

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1938
Joker
Nov 26, 2018 9:09 pm
jimbob73
jimbob73
26 November 2018

verandah posts hollow

verandah posts hollow

How much does is cost to get new verandah posts put in roughly, just a cheap one, how much each?

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jimbob73
Nov 26, 2018 2:02 pm
Amehta84
Amehta84
26 November 2018

Window architraves vs plaster reveal

Window architraves vs plaster reveal

Hi guys I am currently renovating and am looking to get a Matt black sliding door and window in our living room. We wanted the window frame to be a plaster reveal style…

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Amehta84
Nov 26, 2018 8:13 am
Melos
Melos
25 November 2018

Extension or second level

Extension or second level

could you add a pic to show the position on the block and land available. Thanks

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1501
Melos
Nov 25, 2018 3:33 pm
Melos
Melos
25 November 2018

Advice for floor plan - inner city family home

Advice for floor plan - inner city family home

Can you post your current floor plan? We gave a local builder who basically adds two bedrooms and a bathroom (or more if you want it) as a second floor in such a way that…

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Melos
Nov 25, 2018 7:25 am
Melos
Melos
25 November 2018

ornamental pear trees

ornamental pear trees

I don’t know specifically about ornamental pears but I grew up on a stone fruit orchard and we would heavily prue the trees in winter once they lost their leaves. We…

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1987
Melos
Nov 25, 2018 6:51 am
chippy
chippy
24 November 2018

Neighbour paraplet wall?

Neighbour paraplet wall?

The wall height is under 3.0m so I think it will comply. Windows from habitable rooms are set back 1.5m exactly for this reason. Unfortunately I don't think your concerns…

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chippy
Nov 23, 2018 11:40 pm
chippy
The old Bill
The old Bill
24 November 2018

Dumb waiter

Dumb waiter

Hello again I haven't looked at this thread for years and years and here's DamJam now looking for a DYI flatpack dumbwaiter kit earlier this year at half the going rate. …

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The old Bill
Nov 23, 2018 11:34 pm
sweetswisssteel
sweetswisssteel
23 November 2018

settlement, foundation problems legal rights

settlement, foundation problems legal rights
1, 2

Google Earth can tell you what was on your block before the land was cleared. Get as much info as possible then get a experienced inspector plus and engineering report.

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sweetswisssteel
Nov 23, 2018 7:27 pm
justme15
justme15
23 November 2018

Renovation on a waffle pod slab

Renovation on a waffle pod slab

Very true...very true indeed.

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justme15
Nov 23, 2018 12:51 pm
Monkey55
Monkey55
23 November 2018

Which flower plants to add here?

Which flower plants to add here?

Kangaroo paw are a nice, low maintenance option.

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Monkey55
Nov 23, 2018 8:22 am
VJB2018
VJB2018
23 November 2018

BCA clarification on step down v flight of stairs

BCA clarification on step down v flight of stairs

Thank you for your quick responses. We have a slope from front right to rear left of 2.25m. The garage is higher because we need to reduce the fill under the entire left…

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VJB2018
Nov 23, 2018 5:36 am
jimbo73
jimbo73
19 November 2018

Bowling ball marbel test floor slope

Bowling ball marbel test floor slope

l read that if you think you have a slight slope in your floor you sit a bowling ball or marble on the floor and if it doesn't move it means the slope is only slight and…

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jimbo73
Nov 19, 2018 9:03 am
Joker
Joker
18 November 2018

Sales Consultant Policy

Sales Consultant Policy

Why not, just say not happy, get me a new sales consultant or go to another display area, if not, you walk.

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Joker
Nov 18, 2018 4:54 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
18 November 2018

Pollution by postcode

Pollution by postcode

At least Trumbull is gone.

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SaveH2O
Nov 18, 2018 9:16 am
SaveH2O
MrsAJ
MrsAJ
16 November 2018

Any tips for Colour selections??

Any tips for Colour selections??

Very sorry for replying late. I m not getti g notifications in mobile and I dono how I missed ur message. We keep changing every second. Will post all my selections soon…

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MrsAJ
Nov 16, 2018 10:51 am
Dreamz resl estste
Dreamz resl estste
15 November 2018

Walkway in Elara

Walkway in Elara

Hi guys, does anyone had any idea as to when council wil built up walkway on florebunda Parade in elara. Thanks

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Dreamz resl estste
Nov 15, 2018 10:31 am
tommygee
tommygee
15 November 2018

Wrap around stairs instead of balustrade and hand rail off h

Wrap around stairs instead of balustrade and hand rail off h

I have a 6mtr long verandah, 1.2mtr high off ground level with a 7 tread staircase going to ground level. I have a spa sitting by itself on ground level about 1.5mt away…

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tommygee
Nov 14, 2018 11:54 pm

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