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generalcuster
generalcuster
31 August 2016

SHORING UP and REPAIR ideas

SHORING UP and REPAIR ideas

this family home needs some repairs and due to the location ( China countryside, basically difficult for trucks to get to the house) resources, workers and small rural…

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generalcuster
Aug 31, 2016 2:43 pm
shanis33
shanis33
17 August 2016

Under Front door sill Gap? What to put there

Under Front door sill Gap? What to put there

Go back to the builder, they shouldn't have done handover with it like that

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shanis33
Aug 17, 2016 3:19 pm
bcurious2
bcurious2
11 August 2016

base infill - transportable house

base infill - transportable house

hi people, now just wondering is there anything wrong with using concrete sleepers as base infill with a transportable house? thank you for any info in regards to this cheers

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bcurious2
Aug 11, 2016 10:15 am
scotty221110
scotty221110
29 July 2016

Do think this is reasonable?

Do think this is reasonable?

Surely those rates are for local borrowers in Edmonton Canada - not international lending?

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scotty221110
Jul 29, 2016 9:12 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
19 July 2016

Slab edge dampness

Slab edge dampness

I deleted my post, disregard what I posted. I enlarged the 3rd photo and thought that it was water pooling against the wall but I realised after enlarging the other 2…

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SaveH2O
Jul 19, 2016 5:33 pm
SaveH2O
HelenJRall
HelenJRall
10 June 2016

Looking for Haliburton cottage shed

Looking for Haliburton cottage shed

Hi guys what would you estimate the cost to build Haliburton cottage shed . I am thinking about a completely stand alone room in the garden with the following…

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HelenJRall
Jun 10, 2016 3:50 pm
abrickspecialist
abrickspecialist
21 May 2016

Walls cracking advice, Adelaide eastern suburbs

Walls cracking advice, Adelaide eastern suburbs

Generally the opposite is true. Mortar high in lime naturally re-hydrates sealing cracks in mortar. As its a 100 year old sandstone building it was probably made with a…

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abrickspecialist
May 21, 2016 6:57 pm
abrickspecialist
mack042
mack042
14 May 2016

Certificate of Practical Completion issued too early

Certificate of Practical Completion issued too early

Floor coverings other than in wet areas are not part of practical completion unless regs have changed.

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mack042
May 14, 2016 7:29 pm

Yeah curious? Did you consider moving dining and lounge areas (that flow would suit our living patterns). We had similar dilemma and came up with offset arrangement like…

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TomCat
Mar 31, 2016 10:13 am
TomCat
Stewie D
Stewie D
25 March 2016

What flooring to use on stairs - vinyl plank, laminate?

What flooring to use on stairs - vinyl plank, laminate?

Another reason why a lot of people opt for the more expensive option of using real timber - merbau, maple etc for their stair stringers, risers and treads. A coat of clear…

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Stewie D
Mar 25, 2016 5:26 pm
building-expert
building-expert
27 February 2016

Ceiling question

Ceiling question

I have inspected thousands of homes for pre purchase condition reports. Some of those were steel framed houses. Steel framing is galvanised and not once has there been a…

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building-expert
Feb 27, 2016 1:20 pm
building-expert
Jin
Jin
26 February 2016

Tree stump problem

Tree stump problem

We understood that it is difficult to argue after settlement but thought we will try anyhow. If we are lucky we will have it paid, that's great. Otherwise, we just have to…

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Jin
Feb 26, 2016 8:55 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
25 February 2016

Elevated Deck Post Quantity

Elevated Deck Post Quantity

Yes that is correct Maybe he hasn't so I will get on with it - confirmation of that is all I am really after. I suggest you have a real look at the 3D iso in…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 25, 2016 9:04 am
StructuralBIMGuy
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
11 February 2016

fast filling toilet valve

fast filling toilet valve

They won't have the optional seal in stock, you will have to order it at the special orders desk. You will also need to take a print out that shows that the part actually exists.

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SaveH2O
Feb 11, 2016 1:02 pm
SaveH2O
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
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
lowexpectations
lowexpectations
9 January 2016

deposits and building contracts

deposits and building contracts

Good point regarding deviations from the 'standard' contract. I don't know why I never thought of that.

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lowexpectations
Jan 08, 2016 11:17 pm
Leksie5000
Leksie5000
28 December 2015

How do I attach images?

How do I attach images?

If you have a smartphone the easiest thing is to download the app "Tapatalk". You can then use the forum through the app and attach images directly using your phone.…

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Leksie5000
Dec 28, 2015 6:57 am
Mjw3683
Mjw3683
26 December 2015

Choosing a builder

Choosing a builder

We had plans drafted and a quote from Nu Built - we found them quite expensive. They also massively under provided in the quote for electric sockets and lights etc meaning…

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Mjw3683
Dec 26, 2015 8:00 pm
rondy
rondy
19 November 2015

Downstairs lounge/bed, do we need a fourth bedroom?

Downstairs lounge/bed, do we need a fourth bedroom?

I'd go for the flexible room downstairs with the shower to the powder room. Think about what would happen if you injured yourself & couldn't walk up the stairs! Happened…

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rondy
Nov 19, 2015 5:48 pm
Andrew156
Andrew156
4 November 2015

Old Faux brick cladding

Old Faux brick cladding

Any ideas what I could do with this old cladding to stop moisture getting in at all? Cheers

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Andrew156
Nov 04, 2015 8:06 pm
Slab Heave Recipient
Slab Heave Recipient
1 November 2015

3 month old house, many cracks on cornices. Is it normal?

3 month old house, many cracks on cornices. Is it normal?

I would put this in writing with supporting photo evidence & request that they inspect & monitor the house for movement. You need to advise IN WRITING & keep diary notes…

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Slab Heave Recipient
Nov 01, 2015 8:56 pm
leni
leni
25 October 2015

Square set ceiling

Square set ceiling
1, 2

Wow such a huge variation in price!

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leni
Oct 25, 2015 9:55 pm
leni
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
22 October 2015

Concrete path crack, who's fault?

Concrete path crack, who's fault?

Unfortunately, there isn't much more you can do except wait and see if its gets worse or if further new cracking occurs, it is a case of determining why, how and who is…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 22, 2015 6:54 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Mr Bardia
Mr Bardia
13 October 2015

What are noggings and how to install them?

What are noggings and how to install them?

Definitely put some in where you will be hanging things, which is everywhere! Im re gyp-rocking our whole house and adding them while i go, its very handy. Really beefed…

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Mr Bardia
Oct 13, 2015 7:54 pm
nelleebellee
nelleebellee
18 September 2015

Help please - will our dining table fit in this space?!

Help please - will our dining table fit in this space?!

Lol, just saw your picture...it wasn't loading for me before. I think that it will be fine as long as the chairs don't sit out too far (ie. they push all the way in). You…

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nelleebellee
Sep 18, 2015 5:12 pm
nelleebellee
juski
juski
14 September 2015

House+Land vs purchasing land and engaging builder

House+Land vs purchasing land and engaging builder

Thanks for your responses, everyone! The builder's rep said that the extra cost was for additional siteworks and higher ceilings (though in the description the ceiling…

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juski
Sep 14, 2015 10:45 am
juski
JakkiT
JakkiT
3 September 2015

Hickinbotham Harrington Alfresco

Hickinbotham Harrington Alfresco

I haven't, we are building the Adelaide MKII Alfresco with some changes. I quite like the Harrington though. I would maybe add some more space as the study/bed 4 is quite…

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JakkiT
Sep 03, 2015 12:18 am
JakkiT
JakkiT
2 September 2015

Lock up until Handover.... (Statesman/Hickinbotham)

Lock up until Handover.... (Statesman/Hickinbotham)

Hi All, Just wondering if anyone has built with Statesman/Hickinbotham and knows an average time from lock up until handover? Carpenter is about to go in, all exterior is…

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JakkiT
Sep 02, 2015 10:40 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
30 August 2015

private site supervisor or not

private site supervisor or not

Seriously don't believe what new home salesman tell you... They will put the boots into any other building company if they miss out on a deal. Home inspections has become…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 30, 2015 10:41 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Elecmuso
Elecmuso
24 August 2015

Post replacements

Post replacements

Cheers. The new footing is not pads but a strip footing 300 wide and several metres long and I believe 400 deep.

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Elecmuso
Aug 24, 2015 11:14 pm
Matt1
Matt1
4 August 2015

Shed break-in

Shed break-in

:D

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Matt1
Aug 04, 2015 7:50 pm
Matt1
Chi Chi 1
Chi Chi 1
3 August 2015

Window sizes what to choose? ?

Window sizes what to choose? ?

Thank you ! that looks lovely :D

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Chi Chi 1
Aug 03, 2015 10:22 am
Crazyk
Crazyk
22 July 2015

Insulating a shed roof with polystyrene

Insulating a shed roof with polystyrene

I think ill go with Foilboard (25-30mm), as mentioned above, with a 10-20mm gap would be a good idea.. i think Foilboard works out cheaper than…

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Crazyk
Jul 22, 2015 10:27 am
Crazyk
TomCat
TomCat
21 July 2015

Facade colour

Facade colour
1, 2

Great, agree! Thanks for the tiler detail :D

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TomCat
Jul 21, 2015 9:50 pm
TomCat
gandn
gandn
12 July 2015

Who has offwhite mortar? What colour sand did you have?

Who has offwhite mortar? What colour sand did you have?

Cheers for the compliment TC and glad they got some white sand in for you :)

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gandn
Jul 12, 2015 4:26 pm
childsy
childsy
5 July 2015

hickinbotham Wisteris design need info

hickinbotham Wisteris design need info

Looking at building my first home. I have young children. The design i have been quoted for is a Wisteria by Hickinbotham. I have a concern with the location of one of the…

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childsy
Jul 05, 2015 1:36 am

Click on the share links tag for each photo then copy and paste the IMG line in your post here. It saves us the hassle of having to go to a third party site and navigate…

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Stewie D
Jun 18, 2015 4:31 pm
heatherkam
heatherkam
16 June 2015

BRICKS, Pgh or Austral? Adelaide

BRICKS, Pgh or Austral? Adelaide

Looks nice, it's such a hard choice, what are your other facade options? Roof, gutters, render etc?

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heatherkam
Jun 16, 2015 10:20 pm
heatherkam
Elecmuso
Elecmuso
15 June 2015

Weatherboard Renovation in Adelaide - Alternative claddings

Weatherboard Renovation in Adelaide - Alternative claddings

I was surprised today to find out that new Western Red Cedar is available t under $8 per linear metre and 170 wide. That means costs for this are not as high as I had…

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Elecmuso
Jun 15, 2015 5:49 pm
Elecmuso
Elecmuso
15 June 2015

Sourcing Weatherboard in Adelaide - prefer Western Red Cedar

Sourcing Weatherboard in Adelaide - prefer Western Red Cedar

It's a pretty ordinary profile. I'll get a sample to one of the timber yards such as Bone timber here and see what they say.

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Elecmuso
Jun 15, 2015 2:04 pm
clairelv
clairelv
7 June 2015

Moving the water metre???

Moving the water metre???

Did you move your water metre? Was it expensive? Looking at our engineers report I think we may need to move ours in order to have the driveway…

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clairelv
Jun 07, 2015 11:27 am

Looks like it might be wood wool boards:

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waxinggibbous
Jun 06, 2015 10:56 pm
waxinggibbous
robbie_p
robbie_p
1 June 2015

Floor insulation for shed

Floor insulation for shed

Hi guys, I have started lining / insulating my shed walls and I am going to be doing the roof too. The next thing I need to think about is the shed floor… Currently,…

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robbie_p
Jun 01, 2015 1:58 pm
robbie_p
robbie_p
29 May 2015

Lining a shed - installing insulation batts

Lining a shed - installing insulation batts

Earthwool do offer a foil backed "space blanket", but it probably costs about 25% more in price, but reduces your R rating from 2 too 1.8. Not sure if that would affect…

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robbie_p
May 29, 2015 1:39 pm
robbie_p
robbie_p
22 May 2015

Converting a shed into a teenagers retreat

Converting a shed into a teenagers retreat

definitely no plans to rent it out.. purely for a teenagers retreat / visitors sleep over room...

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robbie_p
May 22, 2015 1:51 pm
goody59
goody59
3 April 2015

Slightly uneven concrete slab

Slightly uneven concrete slab

I can tell you why at a guess. Cost. It is an expensive process.

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goody59
Apr 03, 2015 4:47 pm
goody59
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
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
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

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