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cocobear
cocobear
15 January 2021

Let's chat

Let's chat

Hi TTLE, also looking at Carlisle for the build in Mt Atkinson. I am waiting for them to provide quotes for me but just curious what quote you got for the site costs? Thanks.

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cocobear
Jan 15, 2021 7:48 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
15 January 2021

Cleaning internal brick wall old Victorian

Cleaning internal brick wall old Victorian

As per chippy's advice above but don't make it any stronger than the 10:1 ratio as it leaves yellowish stains when it is too strong. Just make sure to sluice it down after…

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Stewie D
Jan 15, 2021 2:37 pm
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Nick77
Jan 15, 2021 11:50 am
chippy
chippy
14 January 2021

Height of rangehood

Height of rangehood

Depending on the type of cooktop you are looking at 650-700 above the benchtops. Tilers cut tiles all the time, that's what they do so don't get hung up on trying to use a…

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chippy
Jan 14, 2021 8:46 pm
chippy
Berek
Berek
14 January 2021

Brick Paving height under cover patio.

Brick Paving height under cover patio.

1 brick below the weep holes, sloping away from the house?

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Berek
Jan 14, 2021 8:38 pm
Rafay
Rafay
14 January 2021

Class 9b-- a commercial building?

Class 9b-- a commercial building?

Is class 9b building considered a commercial building? I was filling form 75 to become an OB of childcare centre (in Western Australia), it says that an OB can build a…

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Rafay
Jan 14, 2021 9:13 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
13 January 2021

B.A.L Rating and builds

B.A.L Rating and builds

You need to have a sketch at least of your property or a contour survey and then a rough idea of where you want to put your house then find an accredited fire officer who…

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Stewie D
Jan 13, 2021 6:14 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
13 January 2021

Garage ventilation advice

Garage ventilation advice

Friends of mine did exactly that about ten years ago and it works pretty well. Stewie

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Stewie D
Jan 13, 2021 6:10 pm

Just a question on the rainwater tank plumbing... I've noticed some plumbing were fitted above my rainwater tank. I am just not 100% sure how it works. I've checked and…

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jeanlaw
Jan 13, 2021 4:00 pm
zacare
zacare
12 January 2021

Any one built with Elante Homes

Any one built with Elante Homes

Thank you jojac for replying, even i am in similar situation.I will update you if i hear from anyone.

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zacare
Jan 12, 2021 5:59 pm
aussieta
aussieta
12 January 2021

Tradesmen etiquette

Tradesmen etiquette
1, 2, 3, 4

many years ago went out to a fleet site for"a breakdown" when i asked what the problem was i was told" you;re the f bomb mechanic you figure it out" i eventually figured…

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aussieta
Jan 12, 2021 5:59 pm
aussieta
sunny74
sunny74
12 January 2021

Cabinetry not build to plans on architect build

Cabinetry not build to plans on architect build
1, 2, 3, 4

So basically, to be succint, and state facts only?

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sunny74
Jan 12, 2021 7:37 am
Kate_s
Kate_s
11 January 2021

Kitchen design help

Kitchen design help

Also shall I leave scullery opening without pocket door? Or shall I include one?

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Kate_s
Jan 11, 2021 9:57 pm
curiousb
curiousb
11 January 2021

Newpark (Marsden Park) vs Akuna Vista (Schofields)

Newpark (Marsden Park) vs Akuna Vista (Schofields)

It's 336sqm land. Valuation was 482,000 .

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curiousb
Jan 11, 2021 4:41 pm
curiousb
curiousb
11 January 2021

Does type of brick matter for a Moroka finish?

Does type of brick matter for a Moroka finish?

Hi Experts, Our house exterior will be moroka. And we have the external appointment in a few days. Given moroka will be covering up all the bricks, it does not seem to me…

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curiousb
Jan 11, 2021 2:19 pm
kalisiri
kalisiri
11 January 2021

Transplanting a tree

Transplanting a tree

Hi Stewie, Thanks for the response. The magnolia is around 6m tall with around 3m canopy. The Camelia is around 7.5m tall with around 4 m canopy. Thanks Kalidas

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kalisiri
Jan 11, 2021 1:52 pm
Moe79
Moe79
11 January 2021

List of saving tips when building a new home

List of saving tips when building a new home

Thanks so much - would you please explain the 3 first points a bit? I'm very new to all this and not sure I understand what they mean - the rest from 4-7 are all fine and…

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Moe79
Jan 11, 2021 1:20 pm
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stme
Jan 10, 2021 6:01 pm
S+C_MidNorthCoast
S+C_MidNorthCoast
10 January 2021

Coral Homes Grange 28 build time

Coral Homes Grange 28 build time
1, 2

100% agree re the cost for electrical. We added $3000 to our standard inclusions and still had to contribute almost that again. I’d recommend having a minimum of $10k…

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S+C_MidNorthCoast
Jan 10, 2021 10:14 am
S+C_MidNorthCoast
sociangal
sociangal
10 January 2021

Brick colour help please!

Brick colour help please!

No problem. I have a chocolate brown house myself haha.

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sociangal
Jan 10, 2021 8:43 am
Berek
Berek
9 January 2021

How do people manage loan repayments

How do people manage loan repayments

If you have a construction loan, your payments are based on what they have given the builder. So you pay less at the beginning.

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Berek
Jan 09, 2021 8:06 pm
Berek
Berek
9 January 2021

Mortgage brokers: Home loans

Mortgage brokers: Home loans

Broker for sure over internet middlemen. A good one will walk you through the options and should show you what the figures will be.

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Berek
Jan 09, 2021 8:02 pm
Ashryar
Ashryar
9 January 2021

Suburbs for a young family

Suburbs for a young family

NSW

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Ashryar
Jan 09, 2021 8:28 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
7 January 2021

drainage question

drainage question

And no one advised to simply fit a leaf diverter?

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SaveH2O
Jan 07, 2021 11:09 am
SaveH2O
aussieta
aussieta
7 January 2021

Gutters

Gutters

depends my last house only a few trees, once per year cleaning this house every 3 months as lots of trees

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aussieta
Jan 07, 2021 8:08 am
aussieta
Hailarious
Hailarious
6 January 2021

Material question

Material question

Thank you guys.

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Hailarious
Jan 06, 2021 12:00 pm
aussieta
aussieta
6 January 2021

Weatherboard rot

Weatherboard rot

dont do this any water that does get behind needs to be able to drain out could you link to these posts as have never heard of doing this

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aussieta
Jan 06, 2021 11:51 am
aussieta
theRealDeal
theRealDeal
5 January 2021

Planters on sandstone wall

Planters on sandstone wall

I have an 800mm high sandstone wall and I'm wondering what sort of weight the stones can handle without compromising their integrity? I'm looking to put on planters but…

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theRealDeal
Jan 05, 2021 10:32 pm
Berek
Berek
5 January 2021

Would these land cost a lot to build on?

Would these land cost a lot to build on?

Looks reasonably flat on google maps. The houses in that area seem normal.

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Berek
Jan 05, 2021 8:56 pm
Antrimgirl
Antrimgirl
5 January 2021

Excess Water around my pool

Excess Water around my pool

Hi ...just recently I have been getting excess water at the top left hand corner on the paving around my pool ..I have a neighbour directly behind me with a pool ..the…

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Antrimgirl
Jan 05, 2021 8:27 pm
krysta
krysta
4 January 2021

Doreen

Doreen

I've decided on Henley because of the floorplan and quality which seemed better than most, but haven't got site costs as I'm still waiting for soil test and surveys.…

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krysta
Jan 04, 2021 5:42 pm
PS5
PS5
4 January 2021

Site Cost - Woodlea

Site Cost - Woodlea

Hi Guys , New to the forum here ! I have secured land in Woodlea ( Stage 45 , Title due in June ) . Wondering how much are the site costs for Boutique / Carlisle ? We…

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PS5
Jan 04, 2021 10:03 am
Splashers
Splashers
3 January 2021

Obstructed Powder Room Doorway

Obstructed Powder Room Doorway

The drawings you have been given from the builder should be to scale, check scale n measure with ruler to determine placement. If the door doesn't open fully than it is…

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Splashers
Jan 03, 2021 11:07 pm
Splashers
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
3 January 2021

Which Builder

Which Builder

Yet another industry prime for disruption.

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SaveH2O
Jan 03, 2021 8:43 pm
SaveH2O
aussieta
aussieta
3 January 2021

Farm Zone Building Permit approval

Farm Zone Building Permit approval

many years ago a workmate applied for primary producer tax rate because he kept 2 sheep on his property so look into the laws as usual they are bs

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aussieta
Jan 03, 2021 3:48 pm
aussieta
Holly72
Holly72
3 January 2021

Midland Silverbirch

Midland Silverbirch

Hi all, I am new to this forum and hoping I'm posting correctly! Our prestart is just around the corner and we haven't even decided on final brick colour never lone…

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Holly72
Jan 03, 2021 11:18 am
Harts
Harts
2 January 2021

What is slab heave ?

What is slab heave ?

Hi Adman, sorry to hear of the issues you are having with your home and the builder, who looks like he is playing 'the blame game', which is exactly what my builder and…

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Harts
Jan 02, 2021 2:46 pm
a_minnie
a_minnie
2 January 2021

plasterboard vs Durra panels for internal walls

plasterboard vs Durra panels for internal walls

Bump... did you end up using the durra panels? I'm considering them for my build and would love to know how you found them?

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a_minnie
Jan 02, 2021 9:20 am
a_minnie
Althom
Althom
1 January 2021

Neighbour Drilled into our Garage Wall

Neighbour Drilled into our Garage Wall

Thank you Althom! That's so nice of you.

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Althom
Jan 01, 2021 10:19 am
Althom
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chippy
Jan 01, 2021 12:00 am
chippy

Confused as to where we position the TV in the alfresco. Do we opt for a fixed place and work around it or do we place tv on trolley so it can be moved to watch from…

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Kate_s
Dec 31, 2020 12:31 pm
CD12JD
CD12JD
31 December 2020

Taubmans Light Grey Wall Colours?

Taubmans Light Grey Wall Colours?

marble mist

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CD12JD
Dec 31, 2020 4:05 am
CD12JD
McM_17
McM_17
30 December 2020

Regency Homes - Kirwan Qld

Regency Homes - Kirwan Qld

And Belair Homes & integral building solutions

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McM_17
Dec 30, 2020 10:47 pm
world2160
world2160
30 December 2020

Glass fence over looking backyard

Glass fence over looking backyard

What about growing some bamboos from pots? they grow like grass so you will have full 6m height in less than 1.5 year

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world2160
Dec 30, 2020 11:29 am
Berek
Berek
29 December 2020

Help! Old roof repair has come back to haunt us!

Help! Old roof repair has come back to haunt us!

Sounds to me you’re going to have to wear it unfortunately. 14 years ago would be the time to ask for engineering plans and permits. Could you try your home insurance?…

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Berek
Dec 29, 2020 9:12 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
29 December 2020

Help needed standing water on stormwater curb to the street

Help needed standing water on stormwater curb to the street

The standing water depends on the height of the pipe's invert but the photos show that it is also draining silt. The silt build up needs to be regularly checked and…

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SaveH2O
Dec 29, 2020 8:22 pm
SaveH2O
Blacktea2sugars
Blacktea2sugars
29 December 2020

Retaining wall 600mm high close to boundry

Retaining wall 600mm high close to boundry

Double check with your council. We have ret walks on 2 boundaries to the rear as we had to cross a 10.6 datum. Drainage was our issue. Your council website will be…

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Blacktea2sugars
Dec 29, 2020 8:03 pm
Blacktea2sugars
Pfeiff
Pfeiff
28 December 2020

Australian Native Fernery Plants

Australian Native Fernery Plants

Hi, new member here, I am in the planning stages of creating a fernery down the side of our new house & am wanting to use Australian native plants suitable for full…

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Pfeiff
Dec 28, 2020 10:10 pm
Sundayone
Sundayone
27 December 2020

Portofino

Portofino

Hi there, Wondering if anyone is building the Portofino and how it’s going. Many thanks

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Sundayone
Dec 27, 2020 4:13 pm
Mining Man
Mining Man
27 December 2020

Help with exterior colors please

Help with exterior colors please

Leave the portico as is; it's a nice contrast with the cladding and bricks, and ties to the roof really nicely. It's the black door that could change the overall look,…

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Mining Man
Dec 27, 2020 3:49 pm

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