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Granny FlatJust go to a building designer/draftsman/architect and get their advice. You need a contour survey,, sections, site plan, floorpan, elevations as well as BASIX certificate.
Stewie Crack in ceiling - water intrusion?Looks like it could be,you should get a builder to have a look or you can buy a moisture detector at you hardware store or ebay for $20 , press that on the area and if it… jimbo73 replied 23 October 2019 ago Bulk head in living area and walkwayId make 28 course right right thru house ,but do vaulted ceilings do 3 course ceilings in living area and family area . Id do a 200mm bulkhead over kitchen bench , puting… Nev57 replied 19 October 2019 ago Nev57Oct 19, 2019 2:46 pm Intercomcan you please advise good intercom and good reliable brand thangam started a topic 19 October 2019 ago HartsOct 19, 2019 9:21 am Variation fees - when is the limitI am confused
Variation fees to contract are usually post contract signing. How can they be charging you variation fees when you do not have a contract yet?
Before… Gaudi replied 18 October 2019 ago GaudiOct 18, 2019 7:01 pm Stage 14 GreenvaleWe are told it is titling late oct 2019 but there is no news on SOC. Anyone having plot in stage 14, could you please provide your feedback as well. That would help allot. Thanks. Snow1 started a topic 18 October 2019 ago Snow1Oct 18, 2019 9:27 am Coral Homes - ducted airI asked coral about external contractors coming in during the build and apparently they don't allow it... In saying that, I would ask your site supervisor. Question regarding new buildQs about windows should be posted in the Windows and Doors sub forum...where the windows and doors experts hang out.
Also ditto to joker's post. SaveH2O replied 15 October 2019 ago deleted
Yes it's normal after acid wash and usually good buidlers will patch them up.
And it's not sandy usually it's good. MyFirst replied 15 October 2019 ago Meeting BasixContact the PCA for your build and see what they say. Mind you they might say that it is non-complying but pass it anyway if they were the nominated PCA by the builder.
Stewie Water Authority Inspections
The plumber then has to book an inspection but that doesn't guarantee that an inspection will happen.
The VBA is the plumbing authority. Check the VBA website under… SaveH2O replied 12 October 2019 ago Gas contractors pulled pavers outI don't think it is your responsibility. It's either the contractor's or the network's responsibility. You can also contact Council for their view given its their… Move-in ready houseHello,
I am new here but had been following various posts for months. We are buying a property that is move- in ready built by Mcdonald Jones NSW.
We are first home… Nick18 started a topic 11 October 2019 ago Trees on Common Area causing slab heaveThe blame game. Always the home owners fault. 2 Engineers blamed trees for my 154mm out of level slab. I investigated further getting a full plumbing inspection. Sanitary… Harts replied 10 October 2019 ago HartsOct 10, 2019 10:54 pm Post Contract Variation raised by Builder
Hi Koda67,
We're building in NSW and yes there is a counterpart of that address search here. The 20K plus cost is the total of all like piering, steel reinforcement and… floor plan dimensions questionThat's good to hear.
I thought the reason for seeming differences may have been what you mentioned.
Unless you understand plans and building it's those small details that… chippy replied 10 October 2019 ago
Thanks for your response, much appreciated.
- I do not know whether there are piles underneath the blowouts. What I know is the area has been completely scrapped and… Rubbish on vacant land
External battery pack that runs for up to a couple of months.
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PM you to get advice on how to install the camera and where to… Building with Elderton HomeHI Ramada,
How did your tender appointment go? We are currently evaluating this builder... would love to hear from you and others on the feedback and process. Where are… tj25 replied 7 October 2019 ago DIY paving entertainment areapaving is pretty straightforward and longer lasting than decking, decks cannot be close to ground because there is inadequate ventilation which is what your builder said.… Pulse replied 6 October 2019 ago PulseOct 06, 2019 8:10 am
I guess I'm referring to a normal concrete roof tile - which is commonly installed on roof. Sorry not sure if there is any other type. That's great to know that they are… MaintenanceDon't come in as often now - house been finalised for a few years. But always enjoy the read. Thank Discuss RemovalistsI've used a few - and often different. Best advice I can give is - ask them ? Mega Homes Disappeared
Try different brokers (try local too). I read somewhere that MBA insurance brokers are really good in this type of situation. Building with Wisdom HomesHi Following on my previous message I've noticed by reading your blog that you have used Houspect Building Inspections, is this… Drainage issues on a steep block
Really depends if the water source is surface, subsurface or a natural spring.I would get this investigated first before any design is done so this will require a soil… insider replied 29 September 2019 ago Retaining Wall Dilemma
Are the timber sleeper completely stuffed, or could you just repair parts of the wall and then perhaps clad it in something nicer than the bamboo? Tribeca homes / G DevelopmentHi Brendon,
Do you mind giving me a review about tribeca home? We are just about to sign a off the plan House and Land Package with Tribeca Homes but could not find any… Gladys replied 27 September 2019 ago Looking for a building company!!!
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Yes we have looked into PD,not quite what we’re after. We are really just beginning to look. Boutique Riviera is very nice but Boutique refusing to change the… cleaning gutters water damage riskThank you for sharing this valuable information. Fall is coming fast. Leaves and all other debris will be all over on gutters so it’s better to be… H Slab - Screw Piles
Here is one of my examples ( Engineering & Site checking) for sewer piling
Visually it's self explanatory
IMO this is the cheapest method..poring every thing at… Preliminary deposit issuesI went through a near similar experience with Porter Davis. We threatened to go to QCAT (find something similar in your state) and had our deposit refunded. Technically… Decisions, Decisions.
Minor bedrooms are all NW facing, ouch! I certainly wouldn't be putting bedrooms here, as they'll get very hot on summer evenings. I'd be leaving the minor bedrooms out…
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