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ronahnz
ronahnz
9 February 2016

Feeling threatened

Feeling threatened

I have emailed the builder asking for all our options including the invoice for charges not covered by the deposit. There is however another clause in the PPA that…

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ronahnz
Feb 09, 2016 2:30 pm
Hearny87
Hearny87
9 February 2016

Titles Delay ( Baldivis Parks Stage 4 )

Titles Delay ( Baldivis Parks Stage 4 )

Hi, Forgive my ignorance if this is an obvious answer. Our titles were originally due in October, then delayed a month each month, to which we are now told the reason is…

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Hearny87
Feb 09, 2016 9:51 am
Hearny87
Stewie D
Stewie D
9 February 2016

Dried painted surfaces sticking together

Dried painted surfaces sticking together

The surface of the paint may be dry but it will be a week or two ( depending on the weather and temperature of course ) before the paint actually hardens. I know this from…

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Stewie D
Feb 09, 2016 7:32 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
8 February 2016

Polished concrete in 30 year old unit

Polished concrete in 30 year old unit

Hi threerivers Are you able to get hold of the original engineering drawings to check the area of steel that was allowed for shrinkage control cracking in the original…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 08, 2016 8:50 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Emmz70
Emmz70
8 February 2016

Changing closed in balcony to Glass

Changing closed in balcony to Glass

Wow 6k? You may as well get the Isla facade if you consider in the future. viewtopic.php?t=79203

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Emmz70
Feb 08, 2016 4:35 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
8 February 2016

NCC 2016

NCC 2016

The National Construction Code 2016 is available for download to registered members from the abcb website www.abcb.gov.au in preparation for the 1st May adoption date. I'm…

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Stewie D
Feb 08, 2016 2:30 pm
Xen0s
Xen0s
7 February 2016

Having a high retainer wall at the back of the lot?

Having a high retainer wall at the back of the lot?

Yes, hello fellow Perthian! :) I like your ideas! Yes, i have been given a few ideas as to make use of the limestone wall as a feature. One of which was to plant…

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Xen0s
Feb 07, 2016 4:19 pm
skyler
skyler
5 February 2016

N25 Concrete - H1 Slab: Please explain

N25 Concrete - H1 Slab: Please explain

Thanks bashworth. I understand it now.

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skyler
Feb 05, 2016 11:41 am
skyler
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
4 February 2016

Fixed price building contract

Fixed price building contract

LOL, why ? Has the contour levels changed? has the soil transformed into something different?..IF Yes then.. the only reason is to use another set of documents to go for…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 04, 2016 7:59 am
StructuralBIMGuy
malayaco
malayaco
4 February 2016

Costs for independent building inspector?

Costs for independent building inspector?
1, 2

Who do you recommend for building inspector? I am also building in WA,very interested! :D

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malayaco
Feb 04, 2016 12:24 am
t_banning
t_banning
3 February 2016

Levelling land, what are the costs? Please help!

Levelling land, what are the costs? Please help!

It depends on a range of things like how steep the slope, if you are levelling the whole block or just enough to build, if there is rock and if you will be removing the…

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t_banning
Feb 03, 2016 11:24 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
3 February 2016

How much to fill in swimming pool?

How much to fill in swimming pool?

LOL. Concrete liners $5K is a growth industry It depends what are you doing with the area eg Building over->remove..paving over-> leave? Good idea..goodluck

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 03, 2016 9:28 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Stewie D
Stewie D
3 February 2016

Looking for Water Feature

Looking for Water Feature

117,740 photos of water features http://www.houzz.com.au/photos/query/water-features Stewie

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Stewie D
Feb 03, 2016 6:34 am
Joker
Joker
2 February 2016

Carpet 20mm higher than floorboards

Carpet 20mm higher than floorboards

We got thick under lay and carpet and had to raise the carpet at doors to match 18 mm bamboo flooring with underlay.

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Joker
Feb 02, 2016 10:58 pm
bashworth
bashworth
2 February 2016

Using a narrow driveway

Using a narrow driveway

Put a kerb in to keep the wheels away from the wall.

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bashworth
Feb 02, 2016 9:21 pm
bashworth
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watto82
Feb 02, 2016 6:23 pm
watto82
Beazley77
Beazley77
1 February 2016

Wildlife negative garden

Wildlife negative garden

:lol:

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Beazley77
Feb 01, 2016 2:03 pm
Beazley77
qebtel
qebtel
1 February 2016

Retaining wall at front boundary

Retaining wall at front boundary

Not if the lie of the land is identical to when the house was built and finally approved as a dwelling, and no other changes have been made that contribute accelerated…

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qebtel
Feb 01, 2016 1:27 pm
pongie
pongie
1 February 2016

Glass Balustrades

Glass Balustrades

I'll have to contact my builder then, no idea who is the manufacturer of the clamps. It is on the first floor, so I try and not to loosen the clamps too much (in case…

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pongie
Feb 01, 2016 11:12 am
pongie
watto82
watto82
31 January 2016

Landscaping ideas please.

Landscaping ideas please.

It really depends on what kind of lifestyle you lead and what you want from the space. - How much of a green thumb do you have and how much time do you want to spend…

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watto82
Jan 31, 2016 6:13 pm
watto82
micknleigh
micknleigh
29 January 2016

Corrogated gal sheets. Which way to run?

Corrogated gal sheets. Which way to run?

Thanks for the replies guys. We are happy to put extra battens in if that's the only reason. We were starting to get concerned it's harder to do the windows and corners,…

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micknleigh
Jan 29, 2016 1:10 pm
simnatped
simnatped
29 January 2016

Asbestos Removalist - so hard getting quotes

Asbestos Removalist - so hard getting quotes

I'm in Brisbane and also had problems getting quotes for asbestos removal recently. I contacted quite a few companies (voicemail, emails and online forms) and only 2…

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simnatped
Jan 29, 2016 10:40 am
Fly88
Fly88
28 January 2016

What to do? Help!!

What to do? Help!!

Hey, I work for a builder and can confirm that weep holes would not be required on a single leaf garage wall. Weep holes are only required for cavity walls to allow…

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Fly88
Jan 28, 2016 4:08 pm
Fly88
Landscape Tanks
Landscape Tanks
28 January 2016

Cost Effective Retaining Wall & Water Tank in ONE!!

Cost Effective Retaining Wall & Water Tank in ONE!!

Retaining walls and front fences that store rain water - seems impossible doesn't it?? https://flic.kr/p/ir1P1o All these lovely pictures above are actually retaining…

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Landscape Tanks
Jan 28, 2016 2:12 pm
Landscape Tanks
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
27 January 2016

Earthernware pipe replacement - expensive!!

Earthernware pipe replacement - expensive!!

There are some good ones out there...but they can be very hard to find. I have come across many more bad ones than good ones. Yep. They are probably high balling…

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SaveH2O
Jan 27, 2016 6:29 pm
SaveH2O
Stewie D
Stewie D
27 January 2016

Tiles v Maple staircase

Tiles v Maple staircase

Any wooden product - real timber flooring, laminated timber panels etc will scratch over time if you don't eliminate the sand at the front door first as will a lot of…

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Stewie D
Jan 27, 2016 7:55 am
Shiv1
Shiv1
26 January 2016

When do I organise wireless NBN installation?

When do I organise wireless NBN installation?

I got mine connected. It is a 2 step process. First part is to wire your house appropriately to be able to be NBN compliant. 2nd step is for Telstra install their modem…

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Shiv1
Jan 26, 2016 7:23 pm
Shiv1
Shiv1
26 January 2016

What to do? Help!!

What to do? Help!!

Sounds like a neighbour from hell. I would try option 1 then proceed to option 3. The relationship with neighbour was ruined already when we rendered your garage

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Shiv1
Jan 26, 2016 7:19 pm
bashworth
bashworth
26 January 2016

First build process

First build process

This is a link to a post on my views http://anewhouse.com.au/2014/05/how-man ... spections/

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bashworth
Jan 26, 2016 5:20 pm
bashworth
bashworth
bashworth
25 January 2016

Re Joint Venture

Re Joint Venture

I would tend to agree with StructuralBIMGuy but i would suggest you could try asking the same question on the property chat forum which is more involved in these kind of…

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bashworth
Jan 25, 2016 11:31 am
bashworth
JB1
JB1
25 January 2016

Plaster window reveals

Plaster window reveals

Thanks Stewie I spoke to my Plasterer today and he's had experience with plaster reveals and shadowline ceilings and doors. Cost is $10 a metre, so similar to say…

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JB1
Jan 25, 2016 12:21 am
AussieMark
AussieMark
24 January 2016

What size fridge recess?

What size fridge recess?

A fridge needs to stick out usually by almost the doors amount other wise they are difficult to open. Unless of course they are the integrated fridges.

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AussieMark
Jan 24, 2016 5:40 pm
makie
makie
23 January 2016

Architect/Designer/Draftsperson recommendation Melbourne

Architect/Designer/Draftsperson recommendation Melbourne

Hey Ben, if you can PM me your number i can provide some useful information.

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makie
Jan 23, 2016 9:37 pm
makie
RECO
RECO
23 January 2016

Marriott Simonds

Marriott Simonds

Does anyone can share a price list wz upgrades of Marriott design wz Simonds ?

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RECO
Jan 23, 2016 9:30 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
23 January 2016

Converting color-bond shed to granny flat

Converting color-bond shed to granny flat

Change of use is what it would come under. I know a couple of guys who have large sheds/workshops where they do their woodwork and metal projects. They've installed a…

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Stewie D
Jan 23, 2016 10:16 am
hay_renay
hay_renay
22 January 2016

Considering new home in Highlands -craigieburn

Considering new home in Highlands -craigieburn

Hello We are going to build in Malcom Creek, our land titles in October I believe. We chose Fairhaven Homes, the sales rep was great and very honest.

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hay_renay
Jan 22, 2016 9:22 pm
noobz
noobz
22 January 2016

Help - Garage Weep Holes

Help - Garage Weep Holes

I agree with above. Weep holes should be restored. Your home is food for termites so if you are offering a drink as well (moisture) and a covert entry (via zero lot) you…

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noobz
Jan 22, 2016 7:59 am
Alexxdavid
Alexxdavid
21 January 2016

Opinion on floor plan

Opinion on floor plan
1, 2

I think you missed some of the post after the first one as the ensuite and store was changed already. Below is version 2 of the plan :

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Alexxdavid
Jan 21, 2016 9:04 pm
davidmrae
davidmrae
20 January 2016

Matching bathroom frieze tile

Matching bathroom frieze tile

Hi, In the early 1980's we installed a tile frieze in our bathroom. The tile was a Regeneration Brand tile (200mm x 100mm) with an oak leaf type design in terracotta…

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davidmrae
Jan 20, 2016 5:39 pm
Jozh
Jozh
19 January 2016

Door Stops and Catchers

Door Stops and Catchers

What is everyone using for Door stops and door Catches? Our new build comes with the cheap basic White stopers for wet areas and white plastic catches for…

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Jozh
Jan 19, 2016 10:34 am
bashworth
bashworth
18 January 2016

Frame exposed to extreme weather - will it warp?

Frame exposed to extreme weather - will it warp?

They should notify you at the end of the month about weather day that they intend claiming for but hardly ever does a builder do it. the builder only has a claim if the…

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bashworth
Jan 18, 2016 7:34 pm
bashworth
richardx
richardx
18 January 2016

few wedges on frame by builder

few wedges on frame by builder

It is timber stud

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richardx
Jan 18, 2016 9:07 am
AussieMark
AussieMark
17 January 2016

Sweet Home 3D - quick question

Sweet Home 3D - quick question

hi lazandjohn, I used it extensively to model my two storey house. The ground floor has a split level so I needed to take that into account with heights of walls. When…

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AussieMark
Jan 17, 2016 1:41 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
16 January 2016

Stumps vs slab?

Stumps vs slab?

2.5 T/m3, $250/m3 material cost approx

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jan 16, 2016 11:19 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Leksie5000
Leksie5000
16 January 2016

Electrical/lights abbreviation help

Electrical/lights abbreviation help

Of course! Duh Custom knockdown rebuild Newcastle NSW viewtopic.php?t=78271

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Leksie5000
Jan 16, 2016 10:24 am
ilovebighouse2014
ilovebighouse2014
15 January 2016

Rebed and repoint process for terracotta tiles

Rebed and repoint process for terracotta tiles

Hi Guys, I was wondering if rebed and repoint process is very much essential for terracotta tiles?? Or juts repoint and pressurized cleaning would do? Normally what…

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ilovebighouse2014
Jan 15, 2016 3:11 pm
Buildem
Buildem
15 January 2016

Can anyone reccomend a land Surveyor - Sydney

Can anyone reccomend a land Surveyor - Sydney

I'd like to suggest Keystone Surveyors. Aaron is great.

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Buildem
Jan 15, 2016 8:05 am
braddy_
braddy_
14 January 2016

Flood Zone AHD

Flood Zone AHD

Got this from Council: 1% AEP FLOOD LEVEL*: 1.74m Australian Height Datum (AHD) MINIMUM FLOOR LEVEL*: 2.24m AHD Now to wait for AHD survey to turn up.

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braddy_
Jan 14, 2016 10:45 am
Cvh1
Cvh1
13 January 2016

Vergola, service and cleaning

Vergola, service and cleaning

Hi, I was wondering if anyone knows of anyone in the Sydney region, who services the Vergola external shade system - cleaning and electrical repairs, other than…

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Cvh1
Jan 13, 2016 6:04 pm

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