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That’s correct, the volume builders don’t actually build the house. They draw from the same pool of ‘Value’ contractors operating in the area. The contractors know… Architect/Draftsman or Builder
BTW The trusted professional engineer .... is the cheapest charge and Id say they haven't added the covid surplus tax.
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Chris Coral Homes extra costsSome of the costs may include site costs, flooring depending on the inclusions you choose, slab, driveway, electrical upgrades, tile upgrades if you choose and colour… CTony replied 28 June 2020 ago CTonyJun 28, 2020 11:04 pm Rathdowne WollertHi All,
I am looking to ugrade to bigger house and thinking to buying in Rathdowne Wollert. Currently, I live in Aurora Estate but can't afford to buy in this estate as… skywhi started a topic 28 June 2020 ago Grass growing above garage doorDry periods and irregular rainfall is conducive to sediment build up and the Melbourne metro and other areas have in excess of 90% precipitation that is drizzle or light… Floor Plan AdviceHave a look at The Rural Building Company designs, and like others have said, use your space to optimise layout and landscape accordingly. There's nothing wrong with a… Dishwashing ProvisionI actually hate the way most kitchen companies leave 610 gap for dishwashers. Everyone does it but you only need a 600 wide space.
All dishwashers are designed to fit into… chippy replied 26 June 2020 ago NBN New developer fee of $600We had a similar thing. NBN advised they would potentially charge the $600 fee but they didn't do it. Though our circumstances were maybe a bit unique as NBN rolled out in… Sisalation Paper on boundary brick wallIn reverse brick veneer construction, you would need reflective but vapor permeable barrier from the outside side of your timber frame, but also optionally can add a layer… Hi Everyone,
This is my first post here. My 1970s brick veneer house was partially renovated in 2013. I'm now replacing the last four steel casement windows with Dowell… Home warranty - NSW
Hi rebe3719, our build is not massive. Current house is a brick/veneer and we are adding a first floor including 2brms/lounge/bathroom about 74sqms. In terms of ground… pgp82 replied 23 June 2020 ago pgp82Jun 23, 2020 10:01 am Supply my own tiles?To make it simple, you tell builder which tiles to buy and he just gets there and buys tiles for you using builder's discounted pricing and then provides you an invoice to… Convert old Dine / Lounge
Thanks amilelka, that was my original idea, i just didn't like the Bedroom at the front with no bathroom, but I think this is how I will end up going, then the new owners… cubic replied 22 June 2020 ago cubicJun 22, 2020 8:10 pm Entering a vacant block
Thanks for the reply and the tip to keep an eye out on rubbish dumping.
When we saw that both lots on either side had begun site preparation we went and attended to… Hi - after some suggestions on what to do next, if anything?
Noticed a month or so ago, that the corner brick on the corner of the garage has moved a couple of mm.
There… Charged Stormwater System
If it was originally a charged line, it no longer is, if he has tapped into it, where does the agg line go to? Earthworks Perth HillsSo the total depth of internal beam is 450 mm on your drawing.
But yes, if you place slab on top of the natural ground (although it would still require some smoothening),… M-city Clayton (VIC) build issues?That is more detailed to what was originally posted. There have been many posts on Homeone where people have said they were promised something they never received and the… Trees on the boundary of the land
Thanks, I have done that part, the council has confirmed we can cut the trees and no approval required.
Its the tree keeper - owner of the land where the tree is has to… Perth Surveyor recommendationsI've used Lester surveyors in North Beach previously for a WAPC sub division.
They handled it well and were reasonably priced.
That was a few years ago but worth giving… chippy replied 17 June 2020 ago Building with Brolen homesWe seriously considered Brolen homes for a custom design. We went and saw a custom home that they were just completing, while there we spoke to the owners, they were… gogo65 replied 16 June 2020 ago Hi,
i built a brand new house in Melbourne west i was keep on getting some crack on my ceiling in the kitchen area and corners and 1 year later i saw a split in the 3… Stormwater connectionHow does council assist block owner in installing a stormwater connection to council reticulated stormwater system when the developer did not put one in tourier started a topic 15 June 2020 ago Tap sizesHi everyone!
First question here. I'd like to replace some old and ugly taps. What I'd like to know is: Are there any other ways to tell that you've bought the… GazzaS started a topic 12 June 2020 ago cracks is it major cracks.I agree with Gaudi. Send everything in writing and ensure they do the same. My builder also let informed that the cracks appearing were ‘normal settling’. 7 years… Harts replied 12 June 2020 ago HartsJun 12, 2020 4:03 am Tips for 1st new home building
This is a great reference for starting out.
The irony is that there are some great sources of knowledge like this on the forum, yet you go and look at the new builds and… Hi everyone,
Hopefully this is an easy topic. I… Staircase finishActually looking again I do see a difference. On mine the staircase runs higher than the skirting, which is even on both sides, whereas on yours the skirting is higher… Considering doing my own site cutHi Shack
That is a fair point and one of my key concerns - I did think about just benching the site and builder complete the final cut
I am getting the engineering done by…
They have now put the other strip of wood under the stairs. Looks terrible, I have asked for a straight edge.
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One of my investment properties is having a structural problem. The bathroom was an extension, but has recently been breaking away from the house. I've communicated… MengJun 09, 2020 11:40 pm Cabinet touch up spoiled the look and feelI got reply from cabinet maker, as totally 9 of my cabinets were touch up here n there, so the cabinet maker advise 2 solution
Plan A : remove all touch up cabinet and get… Concrete Mold?It is yet another reminder of why the planet needs to replace ICE transport with electric.
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