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Philip_Green
Philip_Green
25 September 2020

General Discussion topic dumping

General Discussion topic dumping

Such a good point

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Philip_Green
Sep 25, 2020 4:39 pm

Tapping into a charged line to harvest rain water

Tapping into a charged line to harvest rain water

I'll comment briefly on the lunacy of the plumber's suggestion. A limited amount of water would flow to the tank from a side outlet. When it is raining, the water level…

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SaveH2O
Mar 16, 2025 12:54 am
SaveH2O
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
12 March

What are these snipped connection lines? NBN? Phone?

What are these snipped connection lines? NBN? Phone?

looks like copper phone wire. If you have telecoms at home, just forget about it.

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ponzutwo
Mar 12, 2025 3:42 pm
Maxpayne
Maxpayne
12 March

Fascia sleeves

Fascia sleeves

Hi, I am currently getting my gutters repaired and have existing metal fascia. The existing metal fascia is rusted in places due to living near the beach plus age. It has…

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Maxpayne
Mar 12, 2025 10:12 am

Where can I find Fibre Cement flooring and Cladding Deals?

Where can I find Fibre Cement flooring and Cladding Deals?

If you get yourself a bunnings account and account manager you will get much cheaper prices. Have you thought about using 19mm scyon or the 35mm ALPHA XCEM…

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Ashington Homes
Mar 12, 2025 8:56 am
Ashington Homes

Greetings, I have just taken over a Melbourne townhouse built in ~2010-2011. It came with central ducted AC, but currently there's 1 remote controlling every 2…

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Pencil6708
Mar 11, 2025 10:43 am

Is this dangerous?

Is this dangerous?

Its difficult to determine if its built with a sag or the sag is a consequence of long term concrete creep.

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building-expert
Mar 07, 2025 6:44 pm
building-expert
mjk123
mjk123
6 March

Vertical Blinds spacing?

Vertical Blinds spacing?

Sorry I may have put it in the wrong forum - I'm using mobile on desktop site enabled just to be able to see the site. Can a mod please move it to the correct forum?…

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mjk123
Mar 06, 2025 8:42 pm
driver
driver
6 March

Architraves around windows and doors OR square edge plaster?

Architraves around windows and doors OR square edge plaster?
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Hey Ed, Did you end up making any progress on this front? looking for a skirting solution four door architraves. As too late to go suare set, looking for something that…

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driver
Mar 06, 2025 9:24 am

Feedback on Installing Midea Multi Split AC (Heating & Cooling) vs Electric Ducted Heating?

Feedback on Installing Midea Multi Split AC (Heating & Cooling) vs Electric Ducted Heating?

When comparing the Midea Multi Split to the Hi-Sense electric ducted system, energy efficiency and installation costs are key…

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ChincillaWikinson
Mar 06, 2025 7:50 am
MiaRich
MiaRich
5 March

Does knocking down an old building potentially lose building entitlement?

Does knocking down an old building potentially lose building entitlement?

Sometimes, keeping part of the structure, like the chimney, helps maintain building entitlements. It's definitely worth calling the local council to confirm the rules in…

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MiaRich
Mar 05, 2025 11:31 am
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
4 March

New Builder

New Builder

I wouldnt immediately assume its a fake post, it just has question marks around it. COuld be legit. Just worth being critical IMO

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ponzutwo
Mar 04, 2025 9:30 am

Hire a builder for training

Hire a builder for training

The bottom line is that the guy probably has a kid who he can't convince to get off the couch, wants to build some investment properties cheaply ie without paying builders…

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Ashington Homes
Mar 04, 2025 5:57 am
Ashington Homes
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
3 March

Dispute on final payment without CO

Dispute on final payment without CO

it sounds like you've been taken for a ride. You need a construction lawyer to help you navigate through this, not a forum. However, its quite likely based on your…

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ponzutwo
Mar 03, 2025 4:15 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
3 March

dog smell inside house

dog smell inside house

contact the council. While not exactly the same route as noise, one could argue that the neighbors pet smells are infringing on your quite enjoyment of the property and…

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ponzutwo
Mar 03, 2025 3:52 pm

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Renee1
Mar 02, 2025 8:48 pm
nugley
nugley
28 February

Experience with builders in Queensland

Experience with builders in Queensland

I'm wondering if others have had similar experiences with builders like me. Would like to hear your experiences... I've been working with a builder, with a clean QBCC…

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nugley
Feb 28, 2025 9:23 pm
TAT0021
TAT0021
28 February

Do wet areas doors' top and bottom edges needed sealed?

Do wet areas doors' top and bottom edges needed sealed?

Hi does anyone know if MDF doors meet the standards for wet areas

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TAT0021
Feb 28, 2025 6:34 am
supersleuth
supersleuth
27 February

Electrical question - Under cabinet LED strip, double GPO

Electrical question - Under cabinet LED strip, double GPO
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For outdoor kitchens the kickboard should be weatherproof - like a solid plastic with laminate front. Ours is plastic and I pressure clean the tiles around it and it has…

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supersleuth
Feb 27, 2025 5:49 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
26 February

Centipede through evaporative cooler vent

Centipede through evaporative cooler vent

long term solution is to regularly use barrier spray outside your home

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ponzutwo
Feb 26, 2025 9:40 am
miteq
miteq
24 February

Landscaper to avoid - Victoria

Landscaper to avoid - Victoria

I will keep this short and sharp. Avoid dealing with Leon and Greysea Group. I engaged them to do my back yard which included…

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miteq
Feb 24, 2025 2:57 pm
miteq

I built this motorcycle lifter a few years ago now, and as much as I love it for saving my back while working on my bikes, it can be a PITA for the…

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Dustywheels
Feb 24, 2025 7:28 am
Dustywheels

facade cladding detail.

facade cladding detail.

hi all, architect outside Aus, how do you detail this facade look. I do not want to design it as a ventilated rain screen, we are using Light Steel Famed…

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andrefromcapetown
Feb 18, 2025 12:55 am
Dan Mil
Dan Mil
16 February

Brick mortar not meeting code

Brick mortar not meeting code

Hi Celena Marie, we have the same issue our masonry has been installed outside of the minimum allowable tolerances. Mortar bed joints to brickwork deviate more than the…

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Dan Mil
Feb 16, 2025 9:18 pm
Eng. B A
Eng. B A
16 February

Building on fill

Building on fill

It’s best to place house on natural ground as generally you won’t need piers under slab then. If the fill is controlled, get the certificate of level 1 compaction and…

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Eng. B A
Feb 16, 2025 8:43 pm
V1ctor1a
V1ctor1a
16 February

First floor addition and existing gables

First floor addition and existing gables

Yes, ok your builder may be able to set the addition in, it will just depend on the layout of your home and the design. If you want to direct message me your details and…

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V1ctor1a
Feb 16, 2025 9:17 am
Tkel05
Tkel05
14 February

Oakford homes in Goolwa North SA

Oakford homes in Goolwa North SA

Hi Mrs Dee we are also building with Oakford Homes in Encounter Bay and although the design stage was great at the beginning, the actual build has turned into a nightmare.…

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Tkel05
Feb 14, 2025 7:48 pm
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vinoth14dec
Feb 13, 2025 12:13 pm
t71
t71
12 February

Privacy Overlooking Windows & Terraces

Privacy Overlooking Windows & Terraces

I am reviewing Planning permit for townhouses to be constructed next door (3 levels). These will replace flats (2 Levels). I am not sure if I can object on the grounds of…

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t71
Feb 12, 2025 2:08 pm
Javonk1
Javonk1
11 February

Insulated composite "Gyproc" for home ceilings

Insulated composite "Gyproc" for home ceilings

I see it’s been a while since this was discussed, but I just wanted to ask—has anyone noticed a big difference in their energy bills after making insulation…

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Javonk1
Feb 11, 2025 10:56 pm
limumeng
limumeng
11 February

Perimeter Concreting

Perimeter Concreting

Sorry, It was not me. This is a new house after 2 years that I am seeing it. I may have use the same subject title. So whatcan I do?

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limumeng
Feb 11, 2025 9:02 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
11 February

Champion Home clause 44.4 - Anyone?

Champion Home clause 44.4 - Anyone?

Great question. In our area the majority of builders ( but not all) are definitely switching to cost plus contracts. But there are also some builders who are doing lump…

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Ashington Homes
Feb 11, 2025 2:30 pm
Ashington Homes
Chrissy_DIY
Chrissy_DIY
10 February

Cornice on load bearing wall cracked every 600mm or so.

Cornice on load bearing wall cracked every 600mm or so.

Hi there, just wondering if you found a solution to this issue? Experiencing something similar and curious to know how /if you resolved this? Thanks.

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Chrissy_DIY
Feb 10, 2025 5:48 am
Quantrilltoy
Quantrilltoy
9 February

Do I have to mow my backyard, seriously?

Do I have to mow my backyard, seriously?
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What looks good is very subjective. I personally find grass a little 'overgrown' and including some dandelion weed flowers more attractive than ultra short grass which to…

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Quantrilltoy
Feb 09, 2025 11:19 pm

Dear folks I have got Gas storage water heater (dux prodigy) with noisy one way valve ,,,,,,,my case i have : one way valve (the one with arrow)…

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zillah
Feb 09, 2025 2:31 pm
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Eng. B A
Feb 06, 2025 5:22 am

Hi Planning 90mm R2.5 between joists as a minimum in my upcoming extension on stumps. Will see if it's feasible to add more in any way after talking with the builder or…

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ML24WA
Feb 04, 2025 9:05 pm
osumme007
osumme007
3 February

Crack and Pop noise in the roof from last 3-4 months!

Crack and Pop noise in the roof from last 3-4 months!

Hey Homeone community, I ’m looking for some…

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96105
osumme007
Feb 03, 2025 11:16 am
fixjets
fixjets
2 February

ness x8 navigator alarm

ness x8 navigator alarm

my 2 key pad screens show DEMO MODE can't get rid of it tried doing the power off battery disconnet off and reconnect after 12 hours still same DEMO mode ,…

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fixjets
Feb 02, 2025 6:17 pm

Hi all. There is a tree on the council strip that has the neighbour's powerlines through it. The other side of the tree is obstructing the proposed powerline path to the…

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arrogant_menace
Feb 01, 2025 9:59 am

We have had a couple of outdoor mains water pipe leaks due to tree roots pushing rocks into pipe. House was built in 1995 whoever built it just backfilled with rocks and…

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MattyOz
Jan 31, 2025 2:36 pm
wgar
wgar
31 January

iCIRT Rating

iCIRT Rating

iCIRT (Independent Construction Industry Rating Tool) is becoming an important factor in the Australian building industry, helping buyers, developers, and lenders assess…

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wgar
Jan 31, 2025 9:17 am
chrisbayly
chrisbayly
30 January

remove floor tyles

remove floor tyles

we are in perth area and want to get an idea of the cost to remove floor tyles and prepare surface for a laminate recover.

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chrisbayly
Jan 30, 2025 10:38 am
alexp79
alexp79
28 January

Can residential geotech reports be ultra conservative?

Can residential geotech reports be ultra conservative?

You can also consider longer/wider footings for your deck, so you don't even bother with soil capacity calculations.

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alexp79
Jan 28, 2025 8:45 pm
afpo23
afpo23
25 January

Underexposed patch of driveway

Underexposed patch of driveway

Hello I have a small patch on my driveway which is under exposed. It’s about 100mm wide by 100mm long. Really annoys me. Is there anything that can be done to expose…

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97072
afpo23
Jan 25, 2025 8:34 am
aferraro
aferraro
24 January

Is it worth chasing builder after domestic building insurance claim?

Is it worth chasing builder after domestic building insurance claim?

thanks emmab the home is an extension and renovation and it was less than 10 years ago

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aferraro
Jan 24, 2025 2:11 pm
Andrey Saboteev
Andrey Saboteev
22 January

What material is this ceiling made of?

What material is this ceiling made of?

Looks like plaster to me. If it's modern, it should generally not be harmful

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Andrey Saboteev
Jan 22, 2025 3:39 am
Andrey Saboteev

Balcony floor covering

Balcony floor covering

The roof frame system would have been designed to take the dead load of the roof only. Before you get too excited with a balcony you will need to confirm with an engineer…

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BuildingandLegal
Jan 20, 2025 11:30 pm
BuildingandLegal

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