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SejaeD
SejaeD
22 March 2021

Cost plus contract

Cost plus contract

Thats really good advice We use a labourer for all those cleaning and miscellaneous items for around $20/hour. Definitely get the carpentry quoted and fixed

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SejaeD
Mar 22, 2021 12:34 pm
SejaeD
brianbuilds
brianbuilds
21 March 2021

Help ! 35 square double story pricing GJ Gardner

Help ! 35 square double story pricing GJ Gardner

Hi Team, Firstly thanks for your time to read this post I’m about to sign a contract for a 330 square double story home with gj gradner .. just wanted to do a bit of…

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brianbuilds
Mar 21, 2021 10:38 pm
brianbuilds

I agree, if you have ducted A/C then it looks like it could be the condensate drain from the indoor unit. Ours has two pipes, one appears to be a main drain connected…

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robw17
Mar 21, 2021 10:30 pm
arcadelt
arcadelt
21 March 2021

Occupation Certificates

Occupation Certificates

Extensive enough to require a development application (DA) or because there were structural changes that needed certification during the build.

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arcadelt
Mar 21, 2021 10:23 pm
waterproof
waterproof
18 March 2021

Options instead of glass windows

Options instead of glass windows

thanks, will hunt down the rules for a better understanding.

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waterproof
Mar 18, 2021 5:55 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
18 March 2021

Make or Break Deal : Please guesstimate the cost of the fixe

Make or Break Deal : Please guesstimate the cost of the fixe

How far is the walls and slab deflected out of plane? Here do a proper inspection Cheers Chris

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 18, 2021 10:27 am
StructuralBIMGuy
daisy20202-7
daisy20202-7
17 March 2021

electrical

electrical

It’ll all be getting done by someone who’s got ticket to do that work but just interested to see how it’s all setup

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daisy20202-7
Mar 17, 2021 5:58 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
17 March 2021

CAN WE HAVE A SINGLE GABLE ROOF THAT COVERS THIS SPAN?

CAN WE HAVE A SINGLE GABLE ROOF THAT COVERS THIS SPAN?

Here you might find this also useful one of a dozen windows and skylights that can a difference Cheers Chris

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 17, 2021 4:12 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Pulse
Pulse
16 March 2021

Best way to block a neighbour's banging kitchen drawers?

Best way to block a neighbour's banging kitchen drawers?

yep really poor design to put a kitchen adjacent to a bedroom. As stated move the bedroom or you need to line the wall with a decoupled wall, rondo 129 on resilient mounts…

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Pulse
Mar 16, 2021 1:54 pm
Sarah87
Sarah87
15 March 2021

Atrium Box Hill NSW

Atrium Box Hill NSW

Yes we have also bought land with them. Not sure when registration will be.. have you had any further updates?

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Sarah87
Mar 15, 2021 2:23 pm
iknowitsserious
iknowitsserious
15 March 2021

Double glazed windows, upstairs only.

Double glazed windows, upstairs only.

Thanks Muhammad, IA it works out. Feeling stressed but hoping it pays off to do as much research as I can! I so appreciate your help. Thank you

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iknowitsserious
Mar 15, 2021 11:33 am
Althom
Althom
15 March 2021

Installing gate in common driveway

Installing gate in common driveway

When we had to renovate the garages and gates on the territory of our residential block, the most complicated thing was to choose a company that could recreate our idea…

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Althom
Mar 15, 2021 10:28 am
Althom
SejaeD
SejaeD
15 March 2021

Initial pricing & comparing inclusions ? Spreadsheets anyone

Initial pricing & comparing inclusions ? Spreadsheets anyone

Tash My 2 cents ( from experience working for 2 of the largest project builders) if you are going to use a project home builder you are wasting your money getting a…

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SejaeD
Mar 15, 2021 9:17 am
SejaeD
SejaeD
SejaeD
15 March 2021

Duplex. I hope this doesn't sound silly at all.

Duplex. I hope this doesn't sound silly at all.

is it an older Semi? this is very common in sydney

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SejaeD
Mar 15, 2021 7:50 am
SejaeD

It depends on how wide your staircase is going to be. There are different rules governing circular staircases - below 1m wide and over 1m wide. Below are a couple of…

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Stewie D
Mar 14, 2021 9:05 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
14 March 2021

BUILDING CONSULTANT REPORTS

BUILDING CONSULTANT REPORTS

I take it that the house is not under construction and occupied. Should the faults have been picked up by the building surveyor and, if applicable, by the building…

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SaveH2O
Mar 14, 2021 7:14 am
SaveH2O
Bimbob
Bimbob
13 March 2021

Alternatives to decreasing window size

Alternatives to decreasing window size

Alternatives to reducing Windows to increase energy efficiency? Root and ceiling insulation. Upgrade it as high as possible. Will require ceiling joist upgrades and other…

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Bimbob
Mar 13, 2021 9:33 pm
Mauromario
Mauromario
11 March 2021

Compliance Certificate Clarification

Compliance Certificate Clarification

Id be lushing to have your storm water pipe hydrostatic pressure testing of the storm water pipes, its the only way to find out if you have any faulty joins and leaking…

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Mauromario
Mar 11, 2021 11:07 pm
Kyles1981
Kyles1981
11 March 2021

Bathroom cabinet specs

Bathroom cabinet specs

We’ve bought a unit of the plan and now it’s coming close to settlement other buyers are questioning the height of the cabinets and mirrors in the bathrooms stating…

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Kyles1981
Mar 11, 2021 3:19 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
10 March 2021

Complying development approval help please

Complying development approval help please

your builder could be correct. You are allowed to build a storage room as an exempt development ( similar to a storage garden shed) I think the limit is 15sqm but could…

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SejaeD
Mar 10, 2021 3:00 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
SejaeD
10 March 2021

Building steps

Building steps

First think you need to do is get a designer. If your in Sydney I can recommend one. Not sure about other states but if you want to owner build in NSW you need to do a…

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SejaeD
Mar 10, 2021 2:48 pm
SejaeD
Dreamy0824
Dreamy0824
10 March 2021

Any one has experience with Park Hill Property?

Any one has experience with Park Hill Property?

I’m planning to buy a lot in their newly released at 26 Clarke street, any comment of this developer?

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Dreamy0824
Mar 10, 2021 1:39 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
9 March 2021

Planning to rebuild

Planning to rebuild

no problem, happy to assist where I can. have a great day

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SejaeD
Mar 09, 2021 9:03 am
SejaeD
sunoj12
sunoj12
8 March 2021

Plantation Retreat 32

Plantation Retreat 32

Hi Just want to know anyone recently build plantation retreat 32 and if ,can you please post the photos and plans, if you made any change. Do they ask extra cost for…

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sunoj12
Mar 08, 2021 11:38 pm
Splashers
Splashers
8 March 2021

40mm kitchen island bench

40mm kitchen island bench

Best option is to install laminate and single tile row behind cooktop to make it compliant than do after handover and save thousands

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Splashers
Mar 08, 2021 10:08 pm
Splashers
Pulse
Pulse
7 March 2021

Modify depth of stormwater pit

Modify depth of stormwater pit

second that just fill with concrete

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Pulse
Mar 07, 2021 8:16 pm
hiphop
hiphop
7 March 2021

Wet down side of house

Wet down side of house

Thanks Pulse. The other sides of the house are covered and hence should be dry, so I'm thinking this side should be dry too.

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hiphop
Mar 07, 2021 2:14 pm
Sharonj
Sharonj
7 March 2021

Cracked Bricks

Cracked Bricks

Very concerned about expanding crack at the front of our garage. 25 year old home, cut and fill site on clay soil. Crack appeared many years ago (15 -20) but has become…

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Sharonj
Mar 07, 2021 12:23 pm
icat2000
icat2000
7 March 2021

Home Builder Grant

Home Builder Grant

I know with the first home buyers grant we didn't get it until after slab was down. Not sure about builders grant as we not going to access it (and its only 15K). We will…

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icat2000
Mar 07, 2021 10:10 am
icat2000
dachopper
dachopper
6 March 2021

Geothermal heating / coooling thoughts

Geothermal heating / coooling thoughts

Yep, I came to the same conclusion regarding the Geothermal. We have room for about 8KW of solar panels, and can insulate as much as needed during the build which can cut…

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dachopper
Mar 06, 2021 12:50 am
ssrm
ssrm
6 March 2021

HGWA Harrisdale

HGWA Harrisdale

Prestart completed online early Feb. Just received the prestart quotes. Have to review and sign them I guess is the next step.

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ssrm
Mar 06, 2021 12:16 am
TeniBear
TeniBear
5 March 2021

Good old values and design

Good old values and design
1, 2

I wonder how everyone in this thread feels about their choices now, ten and a half years down the track? Still okay with no technology in bedrooms, shared spaces, etc...?

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TeniBear
Mar 05, 2021 8:30 pm
Pulse
Pulse
4 March 2021

Double or single shower in En-suite?

Double or single shower in En-suite?

We recently planned an enclosed double shower with a nib wall at one end ie tiles on 3 sides and changed to a walk in 1000mm wide, 1500mm long shower, the first 600mm of…

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Pulse
Mar 04, 2021 9:14 pm
Boo2
Boo2
4 March 2021

Fairman homes, Canberra

Fairman homes, Canberra

Hi, I am planning build and I am looking at fairman homes. You made an enquiry years ago. How did you go with them? Can you share your experience? My email is

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Boo2
Mar 04, 2021 8:58 pm
daisy20202-7
daisy20202-7
4 March 2021

building house and sheds

building house and sheds

Would you also get first home owners grant and builders grant and what’s conditions of them

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daisy20202-7
Mar 04, 2021 2:52 pm
faykis
faykis
4 March 2021

Cost of house extension (ground floor only) in greater sydne

Cost of house extension (ground floor only) in greater sydne

Hi guys we have a 3 year old double storey house in sydney. We now want to 1. Either convert the alfresco (has main slap and main roof) into a room, or add an alfresco and…

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faykis
Mar 04, 2021 12:03 am
faykis
Fore2
Fore2
3 March 2021

Do I call Body Corporate before or after investigating?

Do I call Body Corporate before or after investigating?

Is this a unit? Or a house in a community title? A townhouse? Where are you located? Where and what is cracking? Pictures?

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Fore2
Mar 03, 2021 7:22 pm
Val G
Val G
3 March 2021

quote's explanation

quote's explanation

thank you. I now know what is mean BAL

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Val G
Mar 03, 2021 9:48 am
Newtoproperty
Newtoproperty
2 March 2021

Proper ventilation

Proper ventilation

Go to the Condor Ventilation site

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Newtoproperty
Mar 02, 2021 11:53 pm
Val G
Val G
2 March 2021

Building with Weeks

Building with Weeks

Any one has build with Weeks? Please share your experience. I build the customise house 350 m2 and got a quote on it $350k. Is it looking ok? I'm exclude septic tank. I'm…

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Val G
Mar 02, 2021 10:40 pm
Higgybear80
Higgybear80
2 March 2021

AUSTRALIAN BUILDING COMPANY VIC

AUSTRALIAN BUILDING COMPANY VIC

My partner and I are looking at building the Capri 22. Looking for someone who has built with this company please and if it was positive or not. TIA

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Higgybear80
Mar 02, 2021 7:50 pm
iknowitsserious
iknowitsserious
2 March 2021

Interior designer recommendations Brisbane

Interior designer recommendations Brisbane

I'm looking to hire an independent interior designer to help me with my new build. Does anyone have any recommendations for an individual or company in Brisbane?

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iknowitsserious
Mar 02, 2021 6:37 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
2 March 2021

Sales Techniques In The Replacement Window Market

Sales Techniques In The Replacement Window Market

The Error on the Quotation This actually happened, I will tell you the same way it was…

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ECOECO
Mar 02, 2021 4:10 pm
ECOECO
chippy
chippy
2 March 2021

Subdivision driveway bond money refund

Subdivision driveway bond money refund

Is it the verge bond that you want back or the driveway payment you want. When you undertake any construction you pay a verge bond to the council to cover any damage that…

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chippy
Mar 02, 2021 1:48 pm
chippy
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
2 March 2021

In situ concrete walls

In situ concrete walls

Start with a 3D bim design and , use online apps or alternatively you can believe the cr@p the new home salesman tells you. OT, There's a reason why salesman are being…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 02, 2021 9:34 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Newhomebuilder01
Newhomebuilder01
1 March 2021

Gallery Homes - who are they?

Gallery Homes - who are they?

Avoid building with gallery homes. It’s been close to 2 years and still dealing with dramas from Gallery. Avoid at all costs!

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Newhomebuilder01
Mar 01, 2021 10:05 pm
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Pulse
Mar 01, 2021 8:53 pm
lindsayr
lindsayr
1 March 2021

Identify pipe

Identify pipe

Thanks buildingandlegal. I have confirmed it is an old telecommunications one

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lindsayr
Mar 01, 2021 2:24 pm
Tash2020
Tash2020
1 March 2021

Garden Size

Garden Size

Ok cool. That's really helpful, thank you 👍

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Tash2020
Mar 01, 2021 2:19 pm

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