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Structural.Review
Structural.Review
9 August 2021

Concrete slab question

Concrete slab question

The new concrete is unreinforced non structural concrete, if the frame is overhanging from old slab, you need to ask how much is overhanging and if it is outside…

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Structural.Review
Aug 09, 2021 8:19 pm
Structural.Review
Rickyman2020
Rickyman2020
7 August 2021

Heavy slate pool table

Heavy slate pool table

Hi guys, just joined this forum. I have a 800 kg pool table with 4 legs. I have just moved house and only option is to install table into shed with wooden floors, covered…

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Rickyman2020
Aug 07, 2021 5:10 pm
world2160
world2160
7 August 2021

NSW CDC - First Floor Addition - Side Setback

NSW CDC - First Floor Addition - Side Setback

Wow, thanks for the reply. I already went the DA path and in the middle of construction, but I have never (even to this date - 12 months later) understood how my…

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world2160
Aug 07, 2021 4:44 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
7 August 2021

Carlisle classique Heble

Carlisle classique Heble

Hey noelche welcome to the forum Check any builders site and you will see a floor plan with a dozen marketing artistic front elevations You need to to check if there's…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 07, 2021 11:28 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Lfi-sol
Lfi-sol
7 August 2021

Timber vs Steel Structural Posts

Timber vs Steel Structural Posts

100% on the money! I’m only a Chippy but when we have to work off these overly simplified images, it almost always breaks a few hearts! I call it the 3D/tech shock lol

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Lfi-sol
Aug 07, 2021 8:08 am
Venkata
Venkata
6 August 2021

TESLA Battery Feasibility...

TESLA Battery Feasibility...

Thanks Pulse. Very useful inputs

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Venkata
Aug 06, 2021 10:00 pm
EduTutor
EduTutor
6 August 2021

Ceiling paint peeling. Best way to fix it?

Ceiling paint peeling. Best way to fix it?

My 70's brick house was renovated 8 years ago. We had a painted come in and paint the whole house. Fast forward to today and we are beginning to see paint peel and flake…

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EduTutor
Aug 06, 2021 6:43 pm
makido
makido
6 August 2021

Porter Davis - Home Kitchen Appliances?

Porter Davis - Home Kitchen Appliances?

Hi guys, I'm planning to build with Porter Davis but the sale consultant told me that Porter Davis only do Fisher and Paykel appliances which I don't like. Does anyone…

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makido
Aug 06, 2021 2:24 pm
Venkata
Venkata
4 August 2021

Bi-Fold Doors with Retractable flyscreens

Bi-Fold Doors with Retractable flyscreens

Thanks Chippy for the inputs. That is helpful.

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Venkata
Aug 04, 2021 11:29 pm
alexofaus
alexofaus
4 August 2021

Power lines

Power lines

Go and search on NationalMap (https://nationalmap.gov.au/). I had a quick look but don't know the area. They are possibly 330kV (background, steel structures, yellow…

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alexofaus
Aug 04, 2021 8:01 pm
Countrybuilds
Countrybuilds
4 August 2021

Basalt vs Surfmist?

Basalt vs Surfmist?

If you are looking to simplify, I am a big fan of: keeping the roof, fascia and gutters all the same colour matching the downpipes to whatever the wall colour is so they…

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Countrybuilds
Aug 04, 2021 2:54 pm
Countrybuilds
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
3 August 2021

In Home one forums do we have place to leave reviews

In Home one forums do we have place to leave reviews

Homeone is not a product review site but if this in reference to you other thread that discusses your internal cracking, then you can leave on topic comments on there. I…

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SaveH2O
Aug 03, 2021 3:35 pm
SaveH2O

If your gutters are blocked, this is absolutely an important problem that should be rectified ASAP. Don't let anyone tell you that blocked overflowing gutters are OK.…

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Graysons Gutter Cleaning
Aug 02, 2021 10:37 pm
Pulse
Pulse
2 August 2021

Load Bearing Wall Removal

Load Bearing Wall Removal

correct, pull out out and patch the holes

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Pulse
Aug 02, 2021 7:58 pm
Venkata
Venkata
2 August 2021

Crimsafe Doors - What is the best time to plan

Crimsafe Doors - What is the best time to plan

Hi All, Designing the custom house and trying to understand whether anybody had installed Crimsafe Bifold doors and any feedback you can share. Am planning to install…

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Venkata
Aug 02, 2021 5:29 pm
anthony C
anthony C
31 July 2021

Cut and fill to archieve a level site parramatta

Cut and fill to archieve a level site parramatta

sure thing. so far i have been told that we can do more site fillings and achieve a leveled site via CDC. however, we are told that our set back would need to push back…

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anthony C
Jul 31, 2021 7:09 pm
Crown40
Crown40
30 July 2021

Rain Garden cost - Hills Shire Council Sydney

Rain Garden cost - Hills Shire Council Sydney

Hi, Wondering if anyone has recently built a rain garden to Hills Shire Council specifications and can share their quote? I need a 12sqm, 1.8 cubic metre rain garden and…

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Crown40
Jul 30, 2021 7:54 pm
Crown40

HI there, Just looking for speaker for primary a wall mounted TV. Any thoughts, much appreciated. Cheers

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Jstan
Jul 30, 2021 3:58 pm
anthonywr79
anthonywr79
29 July 2021

What EV charger / setup should I get

What EV charger / setup should I get

Hi, Im building a new house and during tender I asked for a 3 phase 32amp circuit to the garage for a future Car/EV chargers (yes have 3 phase installed). They have…

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anthonywr79
Jul 29, 2021 10:38 pm

Builder using 10mm plasterboard instead of 13mm

Builder using 10mm plasterboard instead of 13mm

Hi bc89 You might want to consider whether or not the works breaches section 18B of the Home Building…

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Contracts-Specialist
Jul 29, 2021 8:04 pm
Contracts-Specialist
alcheng10
alcheng10
29 July 2021

People who are using Ausbuild - Experience so far?

People who are using Ausbuild - Experience so far?

Hi, I'm currently building with Ausbuild as well and just completed my tile, selection and electrical appointments. I'm curious to know what the volumes Ausbuild staff…

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alcheng10
Jul 29, 2021 1:11 pm

Hi guys, i need help about this white plastic cap/cover on top of the fridge cabinet. We are planning to upgrade the fridge and wondering if this is where the water…

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JMJ_29
Jul 28, 2021 8:38 pm
JMJ_29

Hello all, Just after some advice. I have this tall timber privacy screen that is attached to our deck (pictured). I have noticed that it sways in the wind. If I touch it…

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DI12
Jul 26, 2021 10:52 am
Althom
Althom
26 July 2021

Understanding a solar quote

Understanding a solar quote

Some useful inverter reviews here.

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Althom
Jul 26, 2021 10:20 am
Althom
total
total
26 July 2021

My Easement over my neighbours garage

My Easement over my neighbours garage

I have an (Air space) easement above neighbours concrete garge that states "full and free right to......including the right to construct, install and maintain and repair…

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total
Jul 26, 2021 8:24 am
twylamc
twylamc
26 July 2021

Bathroom tile colour help

Bathroom tile colour help

I don’t mind the wall and tile colours but I’d add some warm tone like timber cabinetry.

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twylamc
Jul 26, 2021 3:05 am
twylamc
bashworth
bashworth
25 July 2021

Possible to add window splashback after build?

Possible to add window splashback after build?

I suppose anything is possible, but I would suspect hugely expensive and would involve taking your kitchen apart. I would be going for LED lights above the splashback.

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bashworth
Jul 25, 2021 9:17 am
bashworth
MrsJM
MrsJM
25 July 2021

Cleaning high windows voids, etc

Cleaning high windows voids, etc

If you come across window cleaning robots like the Hobot , tread with caution. I bought the Hobot298 for my high void windows and it was terrible. For something over $500…

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MrsJM
Jul 25, 2021 6:32 am
MrsJM
DIY-DAN
DIY-DAN
24 July 2021

Estimated time required for Arcs/ Skirts and doors

Estimated time required for Arcs/ Skirts and doors

I counted 8 Internal doors ? 8 x 2hr per door = 16hrs 2 days

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DIY-DAN
Jul 24, 2021 5:57 pm

We have decided to paint the render and fascias of our house since we were never happy with the colours. Really struggling with colours. We are thinking of doing the…

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kathy kor
Jul 24, 2021 2:25 pm
justin12270
justin12270
24 July 2021

Ways to avoid building permit in Whittlesea Council

Ways to avoid building permit in Whittlesea Council

we want to build a deck so and we are in the Whittlesea Council we require a permit to do so if it connected to the house or has footing in the ground. is there any good…

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justin12270
Jul 24, 2021 12:07 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
22 July 2021

Charged stormwater help!!

Charged stormwater help!!

That's great. A sub surface pipe is a buried carrier pipe. Your 1:20 Average Recurrence Interval is most probably 160 mm/hr. This is based on an average rainfall…

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SaveH2O
Jul 22, 2021 11:42 am
SaveH2O
PI101
PI101
22 July 2021

Owner builder Insurance claim

Owner builder Insurance claim

Our neighbor claims that our temp fence scratched his timber decking (2 boards). It’s not technically feasible unless someone dragged it along those boards. They…

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PI101
Jul 22, 2021 10:15 am
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Builder Background Checks
Jul 21, 2021 6:11 pm
Builder Background Checks
mariathas.fam
mariathas.fam
21 July 2021

Yeah .... found a Redbank Forum

Yeah .... found a Redbank Forum

Hi guys, Myself and my wife have just bought registered land at Yeomans, part of initial stage 2 release. Just saying hello! How did you guys go with your builds? I…

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mariathas.fam
Jul 21, 2021 1:52 pm
arcadelt
arcadelt
21 July 2021

Electricity Smart Meters in NSW

Electricity Smart Meters in NSW

I'm about to have a smart meter installed in my home by my new electricity provide, Amber Electric. The home is in NSW and the meter is being installed by Vector Metering.…

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arcadelt
Jul 21, 2021 11:00 am
Harts
Harts
20 July 2021

Another defective house story

Another defective house story
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

After the fiasco for the last 8 years, the new build process is beginning and my stress levels are on the rise. The soil report has arrived and not surprisingly, the…

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Harts
Jul 20, 2021 8:01 pm
Norts33
Norts33
20 July 2021

NBN “Not” Ready

NBN “Not” Ready

Thanks Althom. Yes there was a $1,500 provision for it in the contract and the builder said it’s non-negotiable, it’s going in. I’ll check the plans to confirm…

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Norts33
Jul 20, 2021 6:02 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
20 July 2021

Building under NSW COVID Construction pause

Building under NSW COVID Construction pause

Hi Tony I was thinking about your situation yesterday. I have a friend who is in the middle of a kitchen renovation with a heavily pregnant wife and young toddler,…

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Ashington Homes
Jul 20, 2021 4:36 am
Ashington Homes
Harts
Harts
18 July 2021

Poor quality Brickwork

Poor quality Brickwork

Pictures would be helpful. You can also use the Guide to Standard and Tolerances to support your conversations (preferably email) with the builder. Not sure what State…

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Harts
Jul 18, 2021 6:51 pm

I’ve been trying for months to get a roofing plumber to install vents for my outdoor range hood and pizza oven. I decided to give it a go today. I didn’t have any…

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postaddict
Jul 17, 2021 10:45 pm
Matt796
Matt796
17 July 2021

Room Flooded - Renovating Property

Room Flooded - Renovating Property

I am renovating a property and - during a storm over the last couple of days - found one of the bedrooms was completely flooded. The entire carpet and underlay had to be…

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Matt796
Jul 17, 2021 10:02 pm
Billy bobb
Billy bobb
17 July 2021

Cancelling building contract

Cancelling building contract

Hi First home owner based in WA We signed up with our builder in December 2020 and paid 2k deposit. It has been 7 months now and just been told by the builder that they…

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Billy bobb
Jul 17, 2021 12:25 pm

VCAT question - Do you need to go through a lawyer?

VCAT question - Do you need to go through a lawyer?

It is important to get the right start. First, you need to decide at what stage of construction it is best to buy an apartment. This depends on what…

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Contracts-Specialist
Jul 16, 2021 8:59 pm
Contracts-Specialist
verceti23
verceti23
16 July 2021

who makes the best ute tool boxes in Victoria

who makes the best ute tool boxes in Victoria

Pretty self explanatory.. want to know who makes the best steel tray/ toolboxes for your ute as a carpenter in Victoria. Cheers!

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verceti23
Jul 16, 2021 6:37 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
16 July 2021

Taking your builder to VCAT

Taking your builder to VCAT

If you are articulate and understand the issue you will be fine. No lawyer needed.

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ECOECO
Jul 16, 2021 1:50 pm
ECOECO
nosliw
nosliw
16 July 2021

HIA contract issue with bank

HIA contract issue with bank

sifntdaz Thank you for your reply. We’re dealing with the Bank through a mortgage broker so I’m not totally sure what our Bank will do before making progress…

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nosliw
Jul 16, 2021 9:44 am
Nemkul128
Nemkul128
16 July 2021

Macarthur Heights- Land Registration

Macarthur Heights- Land Registration

DM me if you still need One

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Nemkul128
Jul 16, 2021 5:05 am
chippy
chippy
14 July 2021

How long should i take to Arc and Skirt a house

How long should i take to Arc and Skirt a house

MDF splayed/bevelled skirt on timber frame. You can smash it out. Scribes are easy, you can put in nice full lengths with no joins and gun nail the lot. An average bedroom…

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chippy
Jul 14, 2021 10:11 pm
chippy
HamRam
HamRam
14 July 2021

Rain garden in electrical easement

Rain garden in electrical easement

Hi, I would like to know if Rain Garden bed could be placed on the site of services easement. I recently bought a narrow lot with a service easement running on the side.…

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HamRam
Jul 14, 2021 9:49 pm

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