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ByMeAPony
ByMeAPony
19 December 2023

Changing building certifiers mid-build

Changing building certifiers mid-build

Hi all, I've received the unwelcome news that our certifier (BCA Certifiers) has merged into the McKenzie Group. A quick Google revealed McKenzie is the mob that…

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ByMeAPony
Dec 19, 2023 11:52 am
Pulse
Pulse
18 December 2023

Timber retaining wall degradation assistance

Timber retaining wall degradation assistance

looks ok to me, round logs retaining walls are better than sleeper walls, more even preservative treatment and stronger since they include the whole tree and not just part…

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Pulse
Dec 18, 2023 8:46 pm
Rosie60
Rosie60
17 December 2023

garagae door

garagae door

Hi Bashworth, Thank you so much for your reply. I thought this may be the case and appreciate you confirming that it really would not be a smart choice unless I was rich…

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Rosie60
Dec 17, 2023 4:54 pm
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
16 December 2023

solar car port in sydney

solar car port in sydney

I looked into it a few years ago and my conclusion was to just build a carport that will support panels and get a system installed separately. The company I looked at had…

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stonesthrow
Dec 16, 2023 9:56 am
Maclin
Maclin
16 December 2023

Hybrid Flooring

Hybrid Flooring

Hi all, we would like to install hybrid flooring but concerned after reading some negative comments. We have been looking at the Terramater Resiplank Corsica 8.5 in…

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Maclin
Dec 16, 2023 8:48 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
14 December 2023

How many builders are on this forum?

How many builders are on this forum?

They already have two well known ones (HIA & MBA) that many new home buyers mistakenly think are regulatory bodies that Joe Public can complain to.

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SaveH2O
Dec 14, 2023 5:41 pm
SaveH2O
JV3
JV3
14 December 2023

Liquidation - Insurance question

Liquidation - Insurance question

Hi, For those whose builder has gone into liquidation. I am trying to find out how the house is insured in the meantime (for the period before you employ a new…

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JV3
Dec 14, 2023 3:00 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
14 December 2023

Dark living room

Dark living room

sorry mate, not wasting more time on this. Youve completely missed the mark on some fundamentals and regardless of how many times i try and put it to you differently, you…

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ponzutwo
Dec 14, 2023 2:15 pm
tracenitin
tracenitin
13 December 2023

Colour assistance related to PermaTimber Cladding and entry

Colour assistance related to PermaTimber Cladding and entry

Hi Shi Were you able to resolve the above? We are in same boat

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tracenitin
Dec 13, 2023 6:22 am

dimensions on your original plan are inconsistent and with accurate dimensions (including site plan, upstairs and down) i could make a proper scale drawing with furniture…

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oklouise
Dec 08, 2023 1:47 pm
building-expert
building-expert
7 December 2023

Roof Plumbing Complaint

Roof Plumbing Complaint

In my experience roof is essential element of the building envelope and hence a common property and should be covered by owners corporation however a detailed review of…

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building-expert
Dec 07, 2023 10:58 pm
building-expert
alexp79
alexp79
6 December 2023

Skylight facing west, sufficient light in mornings?

Skylight facing west, sufficient light in mornings?

It might be a bit darker in the mornings but the light is still light, so you should be getting it. Similar to what you see from your western windows

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alexp79
Dec 06, 2023 3:08 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
5 December 2023

Rainwater Tanks not filling in light rain

Rainwater Tanks not filling in light rain

That was always going to be a challenge and a test of patience. Full marks to your mate. Did you discuss the wet area near the trampoline?

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SaveH2O
Dec 05, 2023 4:53 pm
SaveH2O
freckles84
freckles84
5 December 2023

Hi, I'm looking for a structural solution to stand alone pic

Hi, I'm looking for a structural solution to stand alone pic

Sorry! I'm new to this forum and have made a mistake in my posting! I'm looking for a structural solution to a stand alone wooden pickets fence with no structural rail…

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freckles84
Dec 05, 2023 10:43 am
vgolfoz
vgolfoz
5 December 2023

Ripple iron fence capping

Ripple iron fence capping

We have a Victorian style ripple iron fence out the front that has some moulded timber capping. Probably 15+ years old and has cracked and splintered in parts...not really…

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vgolfoz
Dec 05, 2023 9:43 am

if i have understood your dimensions correctly my suggestions include using the smallest toilet and wall hung handbasin eg Caroma Urbane with in wall cistern, small wall…

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oklouise
Dec 04, 2023 9:58 am
Susiechouse
Susiechouse
3 December 2023

Flood zone block - 1 in 100year

Flood zone block - 1 in 100year

Yes it had a house on it. But Melbourne water only wanted something the original size of the existing house. We managed to fit a 45sq house on.

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Susiechouse
Dec 03, 2023 9:04 pm
chippy
chippy
3 December 2023

Neighbours rights to house access during reno

Neighbours rights to house access during reno

The only thing to add to these comments is that where possible it's always good to try and work with people than just say "no" because you can. Having someone…

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chippy
Dec 03, 2023 3:27 pm
chippy
treegosmash
treegosmash
3 December 2023

How much damage to a house before insurance decide to settle

How much damage to a house before insurance decide to settle

I thought this would be a popular question but I haven't been able to find any similar posts. Perhaps I'm wording my searches wrong? When you have car insurance and the…

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treegosmash
Dec 03, 2023 9:29 am
agus
agus
1 December 2023

Colorbond Roof

Colorbond Roof
1, 2

Just out of curiosity, is the sound localised just at one section of the house or throughout? Can you also hear creaking or popping on your walls/ceilings?

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agus
Dec 01, 2023 8:26 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
27 November 2023

Site Cut & Footing Excess Soil Removal

Site Cut & Footing Excess Soil Removal

PM me your email. I have a build excavation calculator you can use based on your plans to double check what your builder is telling you. Cheers Simeon

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Ashington Homes
Nov 27, 2023 5:08 am
Ashington Homes
Jersey boy
Jersey boy
26 November 2023

Mojo Homes site costs

Mojo Homes site costs

Is anyone building with Mojo and have a recent site cost tender

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Jersey boy
Nov 26, 2023 4:56 pm
Dcam
Dcam
26 November 2023

Frameless bath screen.

Frameless bath screen.

Thanks for the advise,much appreciated👍

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Dcam
Nov 26, 2023 3:28 pm
simples
simples
26 November 2023

Timber battens

Timber battens

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simples
Nov 26, 2023 10:39 am
Mauromario
Mauromario
26 November 2023

Concrete pier required ?

Concrete pier required ?

Just read the fine prints of the warranties I bet you will find some will be transferable and some don't. And to even thinking half of these volume builders will be around…

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Mauromario
Nov 26, 2023 2:41 am
ML24WA
ML24WA
25 November 2023

Brick pier with swing gate on a lean

Brick pier with swing gate on a lean

I should have followed up on this thread. So, the pier foundation wasn't large enough on the side it was leaning towards, and the NBN cable went through the pier, just…

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ML24WA
Nov 25, 2023 5:46 pm
Legionof
Legionof
25 November 2023

HGWA Tiling

HGWA Tiling

Would be interested as well on costs with rectified tiles through HGWA

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Legionof
Nov 25, 2023 3:36 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
23 November 2023

NCC 3.1.3.3 Question

NCC 3.1.3.3 Question

Whats in the gap between the fence and the concrete? I assume dirt/plants etc, right? like youve shown in other parts of the pics. Im not sure how familiar you are with…

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ponzutwo
Nov 23, 2023 12:02 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
22 November 2023

anchoring to ceiling

anchoring to ceiling
1, 2

Does sound fun, but swings are made for one. A group shibari suspension however....thanks for the idea! 🤣

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ponzutwo
Nov 22, 2023 7:19 am
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
20 November 2023

Brick Elevator truck hit and run

Brick Elevator truck hit and run

you did, but you didnt identify the smear/logo

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ponzutwo
Nov 20, 2023 8:46 am
Splashers
Splashers
19 November 2023

Help Please? Building, bathroom potential defects & no HBCF

Help Please? Building, bathroom potential defects & no HBCF

All 3 items listed are defects and are of concern. Please seek qualified independent inspector and/or legal advice for your state.

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Splashers
Nov 19, 2023 1:55 pm
Splashers
Patrick
Patrick
16 November 2023

Steel sheds. Worth going one with steel frame?

Steel sheds. Worth going one with steel frame?

Hi I am wanting some opinions about the build of a steel shed I am going to get one about 4.5 x 2.5 m steel shed and the height will be about 2.3-2.4m high The one I am…

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Patrick
Nov 16, 2023 3:28 pm
Patrick
building-expert
building-expert
16 November 2023

Water Main Flooding?

Water Main Flooding?

Until you find the cause of the flooding you need to take action to mitigate potential damage to your home. Get automatic float pump and dig a pit then connect to power…

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building-expert
Nov 16, 2023 8:15 am
building-expert
building-expert
building-expert
15 November 2023

changing house to dental and medical clinic

changing house to dental and medical clinic

If you are in Victoria you will need to develop architectural drawings and apply to the planning dept. of your local council. If you get your planning permit then you will…

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building-expert
Nov 15, 2023 10:31 pm
building-expert
Jersey boy
Jersey boy
15 November 2023

Kitchen living Dining

Kitchen living Dining

Can anyone suggest a house layout where the kitchen-dining - living runs the length across the rear of the house left to right where our best view will be we…

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Jersey boy
Nov 15, 2023 4:50 pm
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Smithy71
Nov 14, 2023 6:55 pm
SJT76
SJT76
13 November 2023

Key Handover

Key Handover

Your house should come in "as new" condition. It should be clean, and without stains

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SJT76
Nov 13, 2023 9:29 am

Suggestions please for acrylic rendering Color to match austral brick urban one pepper. Pic for reference. Thanks

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kbvd
Nov 13, 2023 12:00 am
Pulse
Pulse
11 November 2023

Window infill/ rendering over different substrates

Window infill/ rendering over different substrates

yep you need a joint, foam is easiest, will look fine once rendered with a joint.

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Pulse
Nov 11, 2023 10:21 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
10 November 2023

Slab to framing

Slab to framing

STEFF62 Framing should be fine, but he will only be able to nail the baseplates in, I wouldnt think you can dynabolt them after 24 hours. My question is, how is he…

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Ashington Homes
Nov 10, 2023 12:46 pm
Ashington Homes
layman1
layman1
9 November 2023

Rainwater tank - screaming sound

Rainwater tank - screaming sound

Grate, thank you! RexChan if thats the reason i could sleep well without thinking about additional cost. But 1st i'll need to read about NRV cleaning/replaing stuff. I…

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layman1
Nov 09, 2023 4:55 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
8 November 2023

Our house was beautiful until Distinctive Homes destroyed ou

Our house was beautiful until Distinctive Homes destroyed ou

of course there are legal avenues. You've already mentioned it. Sue them. I find it odd that lawyers wouldnt be willing to take on the case, given CCT evidence and…

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ponzutwo
Nov 08, 2023 11:48 am
cobey61
cobey61
7 November 2023

Block or Object to Building Permit?

Block or Object to Building Permit?

No, not yet. It’s currently being assessed by our building surveyor

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cobey61
Nov 07, 2023 9:21 pm
AJ1111
AJ1111
5 November 2023

Building a 39 square house in Schofields Sydney

Building a 39 square house in Schofields Sydney

No idea about the driveway question, but your price for a house that size including landscaping seems very good!

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AJ1111
Nov 05, 2023 1:46 pm
s.pikebd
s.pikebd
4 November 2023

Cement Sheet Failure

Cement Sheet Failure

Aces High - I have had a similar failure with OXYMAG on a commercial project and would be keen to discuss how you negotiated with the supplier. How can I contact you?

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s.pikebd
Nov 04, 2023 10:22 am
alexp79
alexp79
1 November 2023

House wall wrap

House wall wrap

Vapour permeable wraps are recommended for any climate and main think it is allow walls to breath (i.e. remove water vapour) while at the same time, providing protection…

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alexp79
Nov 01, 2023 2:30 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
1 November 2023

New house colour is wrong!!

New house colour is wrong!!

welcome to learning that colours vary in different lighting conditions.

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ponzutwo
Nov 01, 2023 10:46 am
KH1464
KH1464
1 November 2023

Ideas for Privacy Wall?

Ideas for Privacy Wall?

Hi guys We have just removed a very large grape vine which was mounted to a structure along this wall. This is a shared wall with our neighbour, and after removal, we…

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KH1464
Nov 01, 2023 9:02 am

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