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1960sModernistHome
1960sModernistHome
21 March 2015

Solartile vs solar panel

Solartile vs solar panel

I don't have any experience with the Monier product, but I do have experience with Tractile. A very well engineered product. Has the added advantage of having thermal as…

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1960sModernistHome
Mar 21, 2015 6:33 am
1960sModernistHome
aloenyx
aloenyx
20 March 2015

Whirlybirds & Roof Ventilation - Do you need it?

Whirlybirds & Roof Ventilation - Do you need it?

Thanks for the responses. Don't think my estate will allow whirlybirds. I'm thinking the easiest thing will be to do nothing while building (since its just one more thing…

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aloenyx
Mar 20, 2015 8:43 pm
aloenyx
qebtel
qebtel
20 March 2015

fixed

fixed

What is the easement for, and is the man hole inclusive of that easement? In Qld, the onus is on the purchasor to make discovery of all relevant features of the land, …

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qebtel
Mar 20, 2015 2:11 pm
Ilaeria
Ilaeria
19 March 2015

Multiples of the same house design in the same street

Multiples of the same house design in the same street

My neighbour is also Plantation (like me) and while their design is different and garage is on opposite side, they have the same roof and bricks! But we have front render…

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Ilaeria
Mar 19, 2015 9:39 pm
Ilaeria
Aussie141414
Aussie141414
19 March 2015

KDR - Sell trees on block

KDR - Sell trees on block

Cheers Loza, Yeah the demo people have their own insurance to cover that damage. Thanks for the tips of posting on gumtree. Will look into that option. :)

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Aussie141414
Mar 19, 2015 7:03 pm
1960sModernistHome
1960sModernistHome
19 March 2015

Comparing tenders and builders

Comparing tenders and builders

You can probably assume $150-250 an hour and you might want to sit down with them for a few hours. Plus another few hours if you want a formal report.

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1960sModernistHome
Mar 19, 2015 7:00 pm
1960sModernistHome
1960sModernistHome
1960sModernistHome
19 March 2015

Residential vs Commercial downlights... much difference?

Residential vs Commercial downlights... much difference?

Those Sunny ones are alright for the price but personally I would rather spend $65 on the JSB ones - they are good. With respect to electricians, they're good at…

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1960sModernistHome
Mar 19, 2015 6:57 pm
1960sModernistHome
arms38
arms38
19 March 2015

Solar tiles

Solar tiles

Researched and had tender done on these during early stages last year. 2.5 kW was around $22000, hard to use when an on roof system is a fifth of that price. Bristile…

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arms38
Mar 19, 2015 11:42 am
+Tbrown2012
+Tbrown2012
18 March 2015

Idea's for wall between Activity and Living rooms please!!!

Idea's for wall between Activity and Living rooms please!!!

Hey Tbrown, is your house based on the Stonleigh by Dale Alcock?? We are building that house with some alterations.... mainly creating a powder…

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+Tbrown2012
Mar 18, 2015 2:49 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
18 March 2015

Concrete Slab House vs Raised Timber Floor House

Concrete Slab House vs Raised Timber Floor House

yeah we would definitely be putting in underfloor insulation if we go ahead with this design, just seems to hard to get builders that seem confident in…

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Stewie D
Mar 18, 2015 10:34 am
MnT
MnT
17 March 2015

Copyright - how to calculate 10% difference

Copyright - how to calculate 10% difference

I agree with PAB_34. If they don't agree to hand over the plans without changes you may have to make changes to what you consider is enough and ask them to then sign it…

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MnT
Mar 17, 2015 7:40 pm
MnT
FantasticFour
FantasticFour
17 March 2015

Offsetting of window

Offsetting of window

From memory from my first double story build the lower levels are fine, the upper levels have a viewing arc of sorts applied to them depending on their position to…

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FantasticFour
Mar 17, 2015 4:40 pm
johnn
johnn
17 March 2015

Retiling house advice!

Retiling house advice!

Hi Stewie, Thanks for the further info. I had a look last night and can't see any expansion joints. I couldn't see any larger gaps that were left in between the tiles,…

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johnn
Mar 17, 2015 3:10 pm
building-expert
building-expert
16 March 2015

Water close to foundations

Water close to foundations

No I didn't have my own inspector. If I have to build again I think I would change lots of things. What kind of expertise? I was thinking…

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building-expert
Mar 16, 2015 8:59 am
building-expert
lozza99
lozza99
15 March 2015

Building house with ants around and inside of house.

Building house with ants around and inside of house.

A spray like that probably won't achieve a great deal. You are better off determining if they are sugar or protein-liking ants and using an appropriate good poison that…

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lozza99
Mar 15, 2015 4:44 pm
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dalemengel
Mar 15, 2015 12:10 pm
Joker
Joker
14 March 2015

Tiling advice

Tiling advice

Is the bedrooms a step down into, if so u can raise carpet level just before doors quite simply, we did and u cant tell , makes rooms appear level.

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Joker
Mar 14, 2015 7:57 am
Crazyk
Crazyk
13 March 2015

Sheds

Sheds

Oh @Lynne that sounds nearly like what I'm doing. But only a 10K l tank. If you get pics please post them would love to see it. @Melsie68 it'll have to be a min 200 mm…

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Crazyk
Mar 13, 2015 9:13 pm
Crazyk
bpratt
bpratt
12 March 2015

Colourbond roof ventilation - whirly bird - comments?

Colourbond roof ventilation - whirly bird - comments?
1, 2

We installed a solar System and Solarking solar fan last week, both works fantastic the fan helps to take the heat out of the…

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bpratt
Mar 12, 2015 9:58 pm
Decka
Decka
12 March 2015

Building on own land

Building on own land

If you buy the land think about getting the soil test yourself, that way you will own it and can provide it to other builders if required. Alternatively if you pay the…

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Decka
Mar 12, 2015 6:23 pm
Decka
mgilla
mgilla
11 March 2015

Fixing Cornice

Fixing Cornice

If you can get access to the roof space where the gap between cornice and ceiling is pop the sheet off the truss and pack it down however far you need too. Then re screw…

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mgilla
Mar 11, 2015 9:49 pm
vomiec
vomiec
11 March 2015

Can you turn a Indoor Table to a Outdoor Table

Can you turn a Indoor Table to a Outdoor Table

Yes, it depends on humidity. The table may get warped slightly because of the variations in the humidity & moisture levels. I think you should better sell it, if not going…

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vomiec
Mar 11, 2015 7:22 pm
Crazyk
Crazyk
10 March 2015

Prime Cost on MBA Contract

Prime Cost on MBA Contract

Yes the contract clearly states that builders margin is already included in the contract price. On the other hand if your stove cost $2500 does the builder need to apply…

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Crazyk
Mar 10, 2015 7:22 pm
Crazyk
bpratt
bpratt
10 March 2015

Copyrights on house design rules and regs

Copyrights on house design rules and regs

Having looked at what must at least 20 display homes we have found that many of them are of a very similar style anyway. We have taken a…

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bpratt
Mar 10, 2015 11:09 am
namz
namz
10 March 2015

Hot water system repair\replacement

Hot water system repair\replacement

Hi guys , Our Dux Sunpro Prodigy 3 HWS has been giving us problems since last few days ago i.e. was only getting warm water instead of hot one , we got a local plumber…

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namz
Mar 10, 2015 11:06 am
K4neX
K4neX
10 March 2015

Painter recommendation in Mooroolbark

Painter recommendation in Mooroolbark

Hello everyone, just want to know if any one can recommend a painter in the Mooroolbark area in Victoria? Cheers!

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K4neX
Mar 10, 2015 9:10 am
TheBigHouse
TheBigHouse
9 March 2015

How to avoid concreting disasters

How to avoid concreting disasters

Yikes. That one is nothing but a disaster. Reminds me of a time I paid someone (cheap) to build a besser block retaining wall. It was not level and quite wavy, I think he…

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TheBigHouse
Mar 09, 2015 4:09 pm
Handy007
Handy007
8 March 2015

johns construtions

johns construtions

It would help what location your are in?

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Handy007
Mar 08, 2015 9:21 pm
1st-timers
1st-timers
8 March 2015

What Do You Make Of This?

What Do You Make Of This?

It wouldn't be the first time a company ( building or otherwise ) has pointed out the shortcomings of their…

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1st-timers
Mar 08, 2015 2:49 pm
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Alexxdavid
Mar 07, 2015 8:32 pm
building-expert
building-expert
7 March 2015

Spreadsheets & Checklists

Spreadsheets & Checklists
1, 2

This forum is for sharing information, experiences and opinions in the hope of assisting others or learning from others. Great contribution Stewie!

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building-expert
Mar 07, 2015 3:04 pm
building-expert
willpower
willpower
6 March 2015

Help with roofing job - details

Help with roofing job - details

Rust spots after 3 weeks is ridiculous! What kind of rust did it look like? Were they tiny little spots? Do you notice any little metal shavings nearby? It's very common…

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willpower
Mar 06, 2015 10:34 pm
willpower
Jason007
Jason007
4 March 2015

Driveway Non Compliant - Help...

Driveway Non Compliant - Help...
1, 2

I'd be getting the builder to sort out the mess they caused, drop the drive to within driveway gradient levels, increase height of garage door…

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Jason007
Mar 04, 2015 9:30 pm
Shellzmac
Shellzmac
4 March 2015

Building with Boutique Homes

Building with Boutique Homes

Omg safety switch is 2..started in august and only next week is the walk through. Onto our 4th supervisor wish we had him from the start he is fantastic.

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Shellzmac
Mar 04, 2015 5:08 pm
Joker
Joker
3 March 2015

To Fix site costs or not.

To Fix site costs or not.

I would look into performance of waffle slabs in h class soils and even worse if u have big falls in land, read all the info on this forum and at least be informed of…

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Joker
Mar 03, 2015 12:59 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
3 March 2015

Crack on slab

Crack on slab
1, 2

You also need to scrutinize that amount put down as Provisional Sums for site works & for unforeseen items. Some salespeople put down a token amount reasons 1.They are…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 03, 2015 8:18 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Toomanywhites
Toomanywhites
2 March 2015

Re roofing

Re roofing

I am getting a new roof put on my house, But Having trouble finding useful reviews on the roofers I have quotes from. Cbmr and qrc. Has anyone used either of these?

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Toomanywhites
Mar 02, 2015 10:27 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
2 March 2015

Second floor addition in flame zone

Second floor addition in flame zone

Hi Donna You might want to refer to the National Construction Codes (NCC) Bushfire areas-Start with this & its Free on line then check Various Codes & AS3959- these…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 02, 2015 8:46 am
StructuralBIMGuy
1960sModernistHome
1960sModernistHome
1 March 2015

Anyone else less than impressed by modern homes these days?

Anyone else less than impressed by modern homes these days?
1, 2

The thing with the "traditional" style of home is that it is mainly inspired by the homelands of the early settlers and immigrants from England and Europe. These styles…

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1960sModernistHome
Mar 01, 2015 7:42 pm
1960sModernistHome
herb661
herb661
1 March 2015

Insulated concrete form?

Insulated concrete form?

Yes, that is a link I have read too. AFAIK, this ICF is something that…

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herb661
Mar 01, 2015 4:28 pm
herb661
mjklimec
mjklimec
28 February 2015

Architect floorplan done - predicting over budget

Architect floorplan done - predicting over budget

Thanks everyone. Our site is in Melbourne. I guess my question was just whether we could get an idea of a build cost from what we have before having to spend more on all…

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mjklimec
Feb 28, 2015 8:16 am
Donnaduggan
Donnaduggan
27 February 2015

Hardiesmart boundary wall system

Hardiesmart boundary wall system

Hi Has anyone used the hardiesmart boundary wall system with linea weatherboard? In design process of second floor addition in bal-fz and looking for options. Thanks Donna

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Donnaduggan
Feb 27, 2015 8:54 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
27 February 2015

Project / custom builder prices.

Project / custom builder prices.

Definitely, agreed. I think its important to have those as a consideration in deciding if you can afford the whole process, though. For…

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Stewie D
Feb 27, 2015 10:34 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
26 February 2015

Cutting at an angle with a jigsaw

Cutting at an angle with a jigsaw

Clamp a piece of something like 25 x 25mm square timber parallel to your cut, tilt the saw at 45º and rest the jigsaw base along the leading edge of the timber. Stewie

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Stewie D
Feb 26, 2015 10:12 pm
Tristanium
Tristanium
26 February 2015

Versawall Internal Corners

Versawall Internal Corners

Oh ok - yeah sorry I have no experience with this product. Maybe call the supplier or manufacturer?

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Tristanium
Feb 26, 2015 10:59 am
Tristanium
emmajw
emmajw
26 February 2015

Jasper Roof, what colour to paint exterior?

Jasper Roof, what colour to paint exterior?

We got a new Jasper colourbond roof and gutters on our 2 storey home. We are repainting the entire exterior of the house. We have brown/bronze window frames as it is…

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emmajw
Feb 26, 2015 9:52 am
EmKaralyn
EmKaralyn
25 February 2015

Retaining Walls

Retaining Walls

Check with your local council. We have existing retaining walls on both sides of our property but need to extend the retaining wall on the left hand side. We are in the…

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EmKaralyn
Feb 25, 2015 12:00 pm
EmKaralyn
ownerbuilder72
ownerbuilder72
25 February 2015

Critique Criticism on Custom Design

Critique Criticism on Custom Design

Here is the latest update with dimensions for further CC. Thanks so much "ShuddaBeenATradie" nice Criticism. This land size is 765sqm and is located in Parramatta Sydney.…

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ownerbuilder72
Feb 25, 2015 9:57 am
ownerbuilder72

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