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MusCabout
MusCabout
21 April 2022

Retaining wall damage & liability

Retaining wall damage & liability

Thanks for the reply. We were an 800sqm section split into 2x 400sqm. From eyeballing it it looks as thought we have cut and they have filled hence my thoughts being 50/50…

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MusCabout
Apr 21, 2022 5:34 pm
Scott79
Scott79
21 April 2022

Stormwater and charged lines

Stormwater and charged lines

I've also got a situation where my property drops back from the street. The council issued a Point of Discharge (LPD) notice being the street kerb at the front of the…

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Scott79
Apr 21, 2022 5:16 pm
Vineet Babbar
Vineet Babbar
21 April 2022

Slab pour - Electrical and Plumbing questions

Slab pour - Electrical and Plumbing questions

Hi guys, Need suggestions on couple of issues:- 1) There was an electrical conduit that left at the Kitchen island bench,…

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Vineet Babbar
Apr 21, 2022 5:00 pm
Whiskeys Run
Whiskeys Run
20 April 2022

Ideas needed for updating kitchen cabinets

Ideas needed for updating kitchen cabinets

Thanks for the reply, I figure they won’t either but I can’t afford to get custom stuff made so I need to look at alternatives! Ideally I’d like to find a way to…

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Whiskeys Run
Apr 20, 2022 8:49 pm
Bella89
Bella89
20 April 2022

Contractor for budget renovations

Contractor for budget renovations

Hi everyone, Have anyone done renovations in Brisbane recently? We are looking for contractors to do renovations for our kitchen and bathroom (small sizes) on a budget.…

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Bella89
Apr 20, 2022 8:31 pm
sraj
sraj
19 April 2022

Suggestions on Floor Plan

Suggestions on Floor Plan

Thanks for your help Friends, Attached the updated design for your review. Thank…

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sraj
Apr 19, 2022 10:56 pm
PhilWynn
PhilWynn
19 April 2022

Do I need to waterproof shower walls before tiling?

Do I need to waterproof shower walls before tiling?

It's not necessary to use waterproof shower walls, because people have already figured out tub and shower waterproof surrounds, read the information at

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PhilWynn
Apr 19, 2022 3:41 pm
PhilWynn
PhilWynn
PhilWynn
19 April 2022

soundproofing options kids room and living

soundproofing options kids room and living

The best affordable way to soundproof your walls effectively is to use drywall and other materials to create an air-tight wall…

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PhilWynn
Apr 19, 2022 3:20 pm
PhilWynn
PhilWynn
PhilWynn
19 April 2022

Can I paint these walls?

Can I paint these walls?

You need interior paints - you can choose acrylic or alkyd for a matte or semi-gloss effect. Or use oil paint - with it, the brickwork acquires a soft sheen.

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PhilWynn
Apr 19, 2022 3:12 pm
PhilWynn
PhilWynn
PhilWynn
19 April 2022

Vermiculite or just painting style?

Vermiculite or just painting style?

It looks like a painting style, in general, it seems like a pile of carpet on the ceiling…

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PhilWynn
Apr 19, 2022 3:07 pm
PhilWynn

Hi, we are about to exchange on a place and have found the following issue with the cornice falling. It was not addressed in the original building report so have hired our…

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Kenady
Apr 18, 2022 2:27 pm
purplechris
purplechris
15 April 2022

Rust coloured leaves on my Lilly Pilly hedge

Rust coloured leaves on my Lilly Pilly hedge

Did you ever find out what this is. I have the same thing and can't find answers anywhere.

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purplechris
Apr 15, 2022 11:14 am
Spazzen
Spazzen
15 April 2022

Exposed wires/conduits NBN box

Exposed wires/conduits NBN box

Just the installer being lazy, they should have used flexible conduit between the house and the box. The installer who did my outside box did a worse job than that, and…

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Spazzen
Apr 15, 2022 8:35 am
wildrain
wildrain
13 April 2022

Tubular Skylight and Solar Vent pricing

Tubular Skylight and Solar Vent pricing

Good idea. In our case, we are getting the MaxBreeze from SolarBright. The only thing I have to manage is the eave vent which I'll probably have to do once the vent is installed.

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wildrain
Apr 13, 2022 6:41 am
pbaral82
pbaral82
11 April 2022

Spa fence

Spa fence

Hahahah....I knew legend will help me to figure out .. thank u for yr effort 👌

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pbaral82
Apr 11, 2022 9:40 am
Noname
Noname
8 April 2022

Top Leading | Weighing Equipment Supplier in Australia

Top Leading | Weighing Equipment Supplier in Australia

maybe instead of a case of beer for some extra Nogs around the place you can offer somone some supply for their glass bbq

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Noname
Apr 08, 2022 3:21 pm
Noname
Noname
6 April 2022

Short courses

Short courses

you have your answer. if you cant find it online, it doesnt exist. Not being rude about it, its just the truth. as a life long sufferer of ADHD myself, i find YouTube is…

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Noname
Apr 06, 2022 8:47 am
SVISSA
SVISSA
5 April 2022

What is Private Open Space

What is Private Open Space

Building regulations define Private Open Space as follows: ""private open space"…

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SVISSA
Apr 05, 2022 9:11 pm
boris594
boris594
5 April 2022

Lexicon quarter walls with white trim

Lexicon quarter walls with white trim

We did vivid white trims with lexicon quarter on the walls, for our internals. I think it looks good, would stick with vivid white

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boris594
Apr 05, 2022 4:04 am
Emanny
Emanny
4 April 2022

Subdividing Land and Titles

Subdividing Land and Titles

Hi, I am looking for some advice as I can’t seem to find an answer on the internet. If my wife and I were to buy a property with another couple of friends (4 total…

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Emanny
Apr 04, 2022 10:43 pm
cmani_19
cmani_19
4 April 2022

Corner Lot — Double Storey Setback

Corner Lot — Double Storey Setback

Yes, we need to follow 900mm setback requirements for double storey if you are not getting exemption from the council

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cmani_19
Apr 04, 2022 7:39 pm
Noname
Noname
4 April 2022

White specs

White specs

this is just an engineers stone benchtop. caeserstone, essastone etc. These are typically extremely resilient to pretty much anything you throw at them. What happens…

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Noname
Apr 04, 2022 9:30 am
Benny123
Benny123
3 April 2022

mice in walls and weep holes

mice in walls and weep holes

I called in a Pest exterminator who came and found how they were getting in. He threw some poison pellets and some wax looking poison in the attic. A few weeks later…

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Benny123
Apr 03, 2022 4:01 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
3 April 2022

Termite risk?

Termite risk?

Depends on the building - were house and shed slab done at the same time - ie is it one slab ? Are termites a risk where you live ? Pavers and bricks mean NOTHING to…

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Saint Mike
Apr 03, 2022 9:32 am
Saint Mike
AnjC
AnjC
2 April 2022

Built in bookcase

Built in bookcase

Thanks very much - yep thinking of mdf, and I think 31c is closer to 2.6 m tall without back so that's a good guide. I was thinking around the 3.5k mark so not far…

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AnjC
Apr 02, 2022 5:50 pm
MaGiF
MaGiF
2 April 2022

Ariston Washing Machine

Ariston Washing Machine

We have had it for nearly two years , Great machine, we have other Ariston products, good service

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MaGiF
Apr 02, 2022 11:06 am
dylydyly
dylydyly
31 March 2022

Number of benchtop slabs required

Number of benchtop slabs required

Thanks for the reply. Good questions but it is all basic 20mm edge profile, no overhang. I can't see that it would need any of the pattern to be matched but they could…

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dylydyly
Mar 31, 2022 5:28 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
31 March 2022

Re-establishment surveys

Re-establishment surveys

The most recent subdivision plan should be included in the contract for sale, but you can get them from the LTO. Ident surveys are pretty cheap in comparison to land, so…

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Ashington Homes
Mar 31, 2022 3:51 pm
Ashington Homes
Pulse
Pulse
30 March 2022

Hot Water System

Hot Water System

We have a 250L storage electric tank, 9kW solar, downsized to a 2.4kW element, heats 9:30-4pm on timer. Works perfectly, all hot water close to free, Even on a cloudy day…

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Pulse
Mar 30, 2022 12:52 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
30 March 2022

Are tiles suitable for a bathroom?

Are tiles suitable for a bathroom?

We have tiles floor to ceiling in the ensuite/bathrooms - best thing we ever did. My wife keeps cleaning stuff and wipers in the shower so its an ongoing but simple…

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Saint Mike
Mar 30, 2022 6:27 am
Saint Mike
Josh7272
Josh7272
29 March 2022

Builder's margin & GST on provisional items

Builder's margin & GST on provisional items

Hi all, I was wondering if my builder did not charge us his 20% builder's margin for building a new home ( as I am working in his company), do I have still pay for the…

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Josh7272
Mar 29, 2022 7:52 pm
Crouch190
Crouch190
29 March 2022

Hot Water System

Hot Water System

Hi, a question, how do I go about isolating my hot water system from the supply. It is a Dux Proflo 50L Electric System. I just want to turn it off and use cold water only…

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Crouch190
Mar 29, 2022 9:39 am
Noname
Noname
29 March 2022

Third party inspection

Third party inspection
1, 2

while the builder we are currently using is considered a volume builder, and does have site access clauses in their contracts that require notice (standard), they've…

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Noname
Mar 29, 2022 8:31 am
MMMel
MMMel
28 March 2022

Upstand Needed, Builder Thinks Not Needed

Upstand Needed, Builder Thinks Not Needed

Based in Adelaide New Build Upstand Boundary Build Needed & Builder… did not do an Upstand photo of our build right in photo. Sadly settlement was supposed to take…

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MMMel
Mar 28, 2022 8:39 pm

Hi guys, I would like the know the fence type and supplier for the fencing shown in the attached image. If you can help that would be great.

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Vineet Babbar
Mar 28, 2022 11:17 am
johnny concrete
johnny concrete
27 March 2022

Anyone building with Long Island homes??

Anyone building with Long Island homes??

my sister was the first to buy and sign a contract in a new estate. they have taken so long and cost her so much with over a year delay to even begin the build. A year…

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johnny concrete
Mar 27, 2022 3:32 pm
Luci
Luci
27 March 2022

Patterson 23,Metricon

Patterson 23,Metricon

Hi there,anybody building the Patterson 23,from Metricon,or somebody already moved in this house? We would love some photos please,we are trying to have an idea and to…

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Luci
Mar 27, 2022 9:38 am
Luci
Luci
27 March 2022

Anyone building Patterson 23 or 25 with Metricon?

Anyone building Patterson 23 or 25 with Metricon?

Hi there.how did you go with Patterson 23? Happy with everything? We are building the same one now.thank you

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Luci
Mar 27, 2022 9:34 am
BuildingandLegal
BuildingandLegal
26 March 2022

SLAB FINISH - cover grade finish

SLAB FINISH - cover grade finish

This is a standard term used to describe the finish of the concrete. It is structurally sound, it is level, or if a porch or an alfresco it has slight grate to the outer…

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BuildingandLegal
Mar 26, 2022 5:07 pm
BuildingandLegal
CBee
CBee
24 March 2022

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Hey Fore20, you are posting off topic and essentially now trolling this post. Why don't you google "why do people troll" instead? Have a nice night 😃.

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CBee
Mar 24, 2022 10:59 pm
KnockItDown
KnockItDown
24 March 2022

illegal upfront preliminary payment $2000 + deposit $2000 ?

illegal upfront preliminary payment $2000 + deposit $2000 ?

The builder not responding should tell you that you both have the same opinion of each other. You believe they are trying to rip you off and I suspect the builder has…

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KnockItDown
Mar 24, 2022 11:54 am
KnockItDown
BuildingandLegal
BuildingandLegal
23 March 2022

Land and home fixed contract

Land and home fixed contract

Land rego is a delay on your side, I know you're not the developer, however you bought the land to the builder and the delay is outside the builders control. Lockdown's…

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BuildingandLegal
Mar 23, 2022 4:44 pm
BuildingandLegal
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
23 March 2022

Suspected error in the quote

Suspected error in the quote

I well remember being given our plans for the then new house and told to check and "accept" them. I had a few questions - one of which was regarding the solar panels on…

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Saint Mike
Mar 23, 2022 1:18 pm
Saint Mike
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
23 March 2022

Moulding separating from eaves

Moulding separating from eaves

How about some photos As they also help others? Cheers Chris

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 23, 2022 9:56 am
StructuralBIMGuy
BuildingandLegal
BuildingandLegal
23 March 2022

Clarendon homes price lock in

Clarendon homes price lock in

A lot of NSW builders using the HIA contract are using Clause 16.2 Substitution of materials resulting in a contract price adjustment, or so I have heard

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BuildingandLegal
Mar 23, 2022 2:11 am
BuildingandLegal
supersleuth
supersleuth
22 March 2022

Tesla or other EV charging point provision in garage

Tesla or other EV charging point provision in garage

Hey chars. Definitely get a 3 phase 5 pin socket put on middle of garage wall as chippy suggests above. You can then connect wall chargers and remove later if required.…

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supersleuth
Mar 22, 2022 3:51 pm
Ardo
Ardo
22 March 2022

Smart door lock

Smart door lock

Looking for anyone who might have had a samsung biometric electronic door lock fitted. Pros and cons. Cheers.

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Ardo
Mar 22, 2022 12:38 pm
patrik
patrik
22 March 2022

Untitled Land

Untitled Land

One advantage of untitled land is you only need to pay the deposit when you sign the deal. This means you can keep saving as much as you can until the land actually titles…

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patrik
Mar 22, 2022 9:49 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
21 March 2022

Seeking People Building With Statesman Adelaide

Seeking People Building With Statesman Adelaide

Things won't be shaping up well after the elections either. Expect the new guy coming in to put the boots into the party exiting, while the masses feel the pain

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 21, 2022 11:57 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Flamingo
Flamingo
21 March 2022

Sydney Water SW easement requirement

Sydney Water SW easement requirement

I always have trouble to understand Lineal meter and Sqm. builder added $10k for each item at tender stage, they pretty much spot on. I had no idea about these things'…

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Flamingo
Mar 21, 2022 9:43 am

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