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Stewie D
Stewie D
11 April 2021

Timber window sill in brick veneer split and bending up.

Timber window sill in brick veneer split and bending up.

Sounds unusual. I've seen sliding windows bind because either the lintel was undersized or in one case the sill trimmer was forced up because of shifting foundations. You…

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Stewie D
Apr 11, 2021 8:54 pm
Gaudi
Gaudi
11 April 2021

Water leakage in new townhouse

Water leakage in new townhouse

If you call your insurance company they will investigate the cause of leak and damage for free and then you can ask builder to fix to code. If they don’t you may be…

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Gaudi
Apr 11, 2021 7:50 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
11 April 2021

Weephole

Weephole

Send me your Email and I'll send you Vol 2 as an attachment.

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SaveH2O
Apr 11, 2021 3:15 pm
SaveH2O
Ed007
Ed007
11 April 2021

Blueboard vs. Marine Plywood

Blueboard vs. Marine Plywood

Thanks fellas. You are absolutely right. There are two areas of the house I needed to use this, one of them is on the boundary, which requires the use of fire rated…

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Ed007
Apr 11, 2021 8:06 am
waxinggibbous
waxinggibbous
11 April 2021

Flashing suggestions

Flashing suggestions

Thanks Pulse - I thought I might have to do that but was hoping for a not cutting alternative!!

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waxinggibbous
Apr 11, 2021 7:40 am
waxinggibbous
Buildingindoreen
Buildingindoreen
9 April 2021

Builder in Melbourne

Builder in Melbourne

Hi Mel, how are you finding your build with A1A? We are also considering building a double storey with them, the Ultimo 32. The homes seem to be such good value with all…

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Buildingindoreen
Apr 09, 2021 5:41 pm
karma11
karma11
9 April 2021

ABC HOMES LLOYD 25

ABC HOMES LLOYD 25

Hi Peter_s23, We are thinking of building with Lloyd 25 with ABC Homes. How has your build journey been so far? Thanks.

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karma11
Apr 09, 2021 11:36 am

I suggest that you make steps out of a monolithic slate. It comes in different colors so that you can choose the right design. Also, it is not as heavy as other stones, so…

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thangam
Apr 08, 2021 9:26 pm
thangam
thangam
8 April 2021

crack in First step

crack in First step

thanks stewie

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thangam
Apr 08, 2021 9:23 pm
kateprez
kateprez
8 April 2021

New build - sloping block rear lane parking or undercroft

New build - sloping block rear lane parking or undercroft

Ok my comments didn't load so I will be back later to add more, can't delete this, so will add later for opinion as I wrote an essay and it's gone! Cheers

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kateprez
Apr 08, 2021 2:19 pm
aferraro
aferraro
8 April 2021

Builder outcomes after insolvency or deregistration

Builder outcomes after insolvency or deregistration

on the matters of sourcing a builder's history I notice that the Qld web site puts other states to shame. They will include a full disciplinary history, insurance claims,…

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aferraro
Apr 08, 2021 10:46 am
Pulse
Pulse
7 April 2021

Building shed first (electrical)

Building shed first (electrical)

Pole mount a main switch board in the garden somewhere then run sub boards to the shed and house. Or put the main switch board in the shed and run back to the house.

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Pulse
Apr 07, 2021 10:27 pm
thevoid
thevoid
7 April 2021

Hansa Shower Mixer (cover stuck, how to remove?)

Hansa Shower Mixer (cover stuck, how to remove?)

I have the same model Hansa Polo shower mixer and had the same issue with brass casing. The cartridge actually comes out from the back of the brass casing and not the…

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thevoid
Apr 07, 2021 6:50 pm
jimbo73
jimbo73
6 April 2021

House foundation type and tree root risk

House foundation type and tree root risk

Hi l have some gum trees and apricot trees about ten meters from my house, l was wondering if theres a risk in the future to my foundations as the trees get bigger ? do…

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jimbo73
Apr 06, 2021 9:22 am
realjian
realjian
5 April 2021

window company - canberra?

window company - canberra?

Hi Josh, viewco was recommended by my builder. I visited my builder’s two houses which used Viewco. I also visited viewco’s old Fyshwick show room. The new showroom…

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realjian
Apr 05, 2021 11:38 pm
Buildingnow2021
Buildingnow2021
4 April 2021

Building a new home

Building a new home

Thanks for your response. Looking to build in Point cook

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Buildingnow2021
Apr 04, 2021 2:27 pm
Kyles7714
Kyles7714
4 April 2021

Building timelines Brisbane

Building timelines Brisbane

Hi everyone. New to this forum..... We are currently building our first home in Narangba qld. Just seeing if anyone else out there are having building delays due to trade…

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Kyles7714
Apr 04, 2021 10:13 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
3 April 2021

Front feature wall - perth wa

Front feature wall - perth wa

We can't see your image. Lose the before and after the web address for the photo and you get this ... u/100807_1617331627.jpg Stewie

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Stewie D
Apr 03, 2021 8:06 am
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
2 April 2021

pre start upgrades - Perth - WA

pre start upgrades - Perth - WA

Hobless would be for both showers, you only need 1x reflux valve

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Doozer1905
Apr 02, 2021 1:28 pm
thangam
thangam
1 April 2021

New home tiles were scratched by builder

New home tiles were scratched by builder

New home tiles were scratched by builder we advised him from main entrance to walkway few of the tiles were scartched by builder worker. i was requesting him but he told…

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thangam
Apr 01, 2021 8:46 pm
lenovolaptop2249
lenovolaptop2249
1 April 2021

Vapour barrier

Vapour barrier

Banksy store provides me good face mask. Have you any idea it's good for me or my children.

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lenovolaptop2249
Apr 01, 2021 7:43 pm
tws86
tws86
1 April 2021

Exposed aggregate driveway issues

Exposed aggregate driveway issues

Thought so. All up it was around 90m2, including the driveway and a path around the front and side of the house. I think the driveway alone was 60m2. And it was the same…

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tws86
Apr 01, 2021 2:12 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
31 March 2021

Government Incentives for first home buy/build

Government Incentives for first home buy/build

You still have a couple of months Start on DA and BA simultaneously I'm sure a lot will put down slabs in the dying weeks of June with or without approvals Cheers Chris

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 31, 2021 10:49 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
SejaeD
SejaeD
30 March 2021

Metricon telling me I can't use CDC is this correct?

Metricon telling me I can't use CDC is this correct?

Hi Niro88 I just went and read The Hills DCP 2012 ( link below) , I am sure someone who knows more will tell me if I am wrong, but it would seem that they dont have an…

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SejaeD
Mar 30, 2021 9:13 am
SejaeD
BtheB123
BtheB123
30 March 2021

Porter Davis experiences

Porter Davis experiences

Hey there, we looking to build with PD and want to get ahead of the game in sunny queensland. Was keen to run with standard for most items but was considering to do…

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BtheB123
Mar 30, 2021 12:23 am

Do you have questions about how to lengthen a log and maintain its "force loading" properties? It's very simple ... 1.drawing…

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OsteInmar
Mar 29, 2021 9:25 pm
OsteInmar
OsteInmar
29 March 2021

I have a log house in the woods.

I have a log house in the woods.

I saw the phrase in the title of this forum: "Discuss your home" ... that this is not America, but Australia ... :-D

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OsteInmar
Mar 29, 2021 9:07 pm
Althom
Althom
29 March 2021

Water seeping through neighbours wall

Water seeping through neighbours wall

If the houses are both +100 years old and the seepage has only started recently then something has changed. Stormwater pipe failed? Waterproofing on the neighbours…

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Althom
Mar 29, 2021 10:06 am
Althom
Ed007
Ed007
28 March 2021

Joint between EPS and Brick

Joint between EPS and Brick

Hi all, Building a double storey home in Melbourne. Ground floor is brick veneer. First floor is EPS 100mm. Whole house will be rendered. I would like to avoid having…

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Ed007
Mar 28, 2021 10:39 pm
HaminZa
HaminZa
27 March 2021

Setback rule: Cumberland Council DCP vs. SEPP Housing code?

Setback rule: Cumberland Council DCP vs. SEPP Housing code?

Hi Duo2, Forgot to respond. SEPP/CDC prevails and will overide all DCP controls. I also concur with above comment. The process suggested will confirm also which pathway…

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HaminZa
Mar 27, 2021 8:39 am
Hk_engineer
Hk_engineer
26 March 2021

3 Year old slab moving, now blamed on Landscaping

3 Year old slab moving, now blamed on Landscaping
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Jimmy if you can provide some suggestions based on your experience. My situation is even worse as I bought a PEET Complete home, so Metricon the builder blames it on Peet…

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Hk_engineer
Mar 26, 2021 10:06 pm
Pulse
Pulse
26 March 2021

Concrete Table Weight

Concrete Table Weight

agree with Stevie, google GRFC

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Pulse
Mar 26, 2021 9:37 pm
Apoorva
Apoorva
26 March 2021

Henley Lexington 32 review & site costs Deer Park vic

Henley Lexington 32 review & site costs Deer Park vic

We are planning to knock down and rebuild a house in Deer Park VIC and are considering options including Lexington 32 by Henley - any reviews of what necessary inclusions…

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Apoorva
Mar 26, 2021 6:50 pm
Leona33
Leona33
26 March 2021

Rawson homes Leona 30

Rawson homes Leona 30

We received building constract yesterday. Local sales office here said that they are trying to beat the March 31 deadline for home builders grant. We checked your instagram.

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Leona33
Mar 26, 2021 3:08 pm
Pulse
Pulse
25 March 2021

Is this price exorbitant or normal for a fridge cabinet?

Is this price exorbitant or normal for a fridge cabinet?

Yep that would be for processing eg cut to size and edge banding. The $700 is for installation. The $99 sheet is raw sheet, needs a factory to turn it into a kitchen.

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Pulse
Mar 25, 2021 10:35 pm
BanjoDan
BanjoDan
25 March 2021

Cost of Colorbond Fence vs Timber Fence

Cost of Colorbond Fence vs Timber Fence

Looking into fencing at the moment. What sort of difference in price is there between Colorbond and Timber fences these days? An acquaintance has suggested they are…

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BanjoDan
Mar 25, 2021 4:38 pm
Phil of Sydney
Phil of Sydney
25 March 2021

Landscaping with a water grate in the yard.

Landscaping with a water grate in the yard.

You can look for low budget deck permit services. Please write and then we will talk about on details.

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Phil of Sydney
Mar 25, 2021 1:18 pm
T10
T10
25 March 2021

Loose Lay Over Tiles

Loose Lay Over Tiles

Hi All Anyone have experience in having loose lay longboards laid over tiles (Karndean or similar)? We have received 2 quotes. For comparison- for a big house, should…

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T10
Mar 25, 2021 8:29 am
MHjs
MHjs
24 March 2021

Problems with Landscaping

Problems with Landscaping

Hi, I need help please.…

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MHjs
Mar 24, 2021 10:39 pm
build2020
build2020
24 March 2021

Recessed curtain track

Recessed curtain track

We too have been told that the ceiling will need to drop to accommodate the recess. Not willing to loose the 100mm, so will revisit this post handover.

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build2020
Mar 24, 2021 9:16 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
24 March 2021

Timber species??

Timber species??

I'm unsure but a good place to ask this would be on the Australian woodwork forum https://www.woodworkforums.com/index.php and in this timber section in particular

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Stewie D
Mar 24, 2021 8:09 pm
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arodc
Mar 24, 2021 2:18 pm
C Durban
C Durban
22 March 2021

Newbie

Newbie

Great tip! Many thanks 🙏🏻

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C Durban
Mar 22, 2021 9:31 pm
adrian20
adrian20
22 March 2021

Defect advice

Defect advice

Added some more photos to the folder with a level on the skirting boards, also noticed the rear sliding door frame is very badly warped. It out by around 10mm I've tested…

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adrian20
Mar 22, 2021 6:22 pm
cbm31
cbm31
22 March 2021

Please help about brick work.

Please help about brick work.

I am living in a newly built house which was built in 2017. My garage has a hole and it is leaking. I searched a bit, and it could be part of weep holes. the…

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cbm31
Mar 22, 2021 5:33 pm
gogo65
gogo65
22 March 2021

Where do you follow peoples builds?

Where do you follow peoples builds?

Noname, when i built 8 years ago, Homeone members met up for coffee did walkthroughs of houses etc, there was a lot of banter, that social side is definitely missing now,…

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gogo65
Mar 22, 2021 5:12 pm
gogo65
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
22 March 2021

Pre-demolition sale of household goods

Pre-demolition sale of household goods

There are recent similar threads, just do a forum search using appropriate key words.

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SaveH2O
Mar 22, 2021 3:11 pm
SaveH2O

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