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MarkusjOZ
MarkusjOZ
14 March

Loud popping ceiling, creaking and vibration

Loud popping ceiling, creaking and vibration

Ain't that the truth! We used to have a tile roof and had it replaced with colorbond and suddenly everything throughout the entire house sounds louder!

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MarkusjOZ
Mar 14, 2024 3:22 pm
MarkusjOZ
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
5 March

flooding at side of house after rain

flooding at side of house after rain

The bottom of the downpipe has been taped (see the black tape) to seal the necessary gap between the downpipe and the adaptor that would normally prevent the downpipe…

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SaveH2O
Mar 05, 2024 8:04 am
SaveH2O
gommeqld
gommeqld
3 February

Flush Internal Doors

Flush Internal Doors

Okay, then the choice is really about the build quality of the door itself which means the brand name. Sorry I can't recommend one or the other so best to rely on comments…

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gommeqld
Feb 03, 2024 3:58 pm
resu
resu
2 February

BAL 29 uPVC windows compliance

BAL 29 uPVC windows compliance

Hi Simeon, Thanks for your reply. Yes, that makes sense. I contacted the manufacturer; they will issue a certificate with BAL rating mentioned on it.

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resu
Feb 02, 2024 6:48 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
12 January

Gaps in window jabs

Gaps in window jabs

Sorry I missed this, simply put this is a pathetic job, and as it stands it is non-compliant... I think the worst part is not in the quality of the workmanship so much…

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ECOECO
Jan 12, 2024 5:33 pm
ECOECO
KelliChilders
KelliChilders
30 September 2023

Indoor Plant Pots

Indoor Plant Pots

Can anyone recommend a good place to order indoor…

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KelliChilders
Sep 30, 2023 7:11 am
KelliChilders
SydneyPSSS
SydneyPSSS
29 July 2023

Oracle Building Corporation into Liquidation

Oracle Building Corporation into Liquidation

Can you share your insight/experiences on how Icare claims…

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SydneyPSSS
Jul 29, 2023 6:24 pm
resu
resu
25 July 2023

Tapware brands

Tapware brands

Thank you fro your response, Simeon. It is good to hear that you have had a positive experience with Parisi. I am always on the lookout for reliable products, and personal…

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resu
Jul 25, 2023 10:47 pm
AlexAndRachel
AlexAndRachel
11 January 2023

New build - hydronic in slab heating questions!

New build - hydronic in slab heating questions!

Thanks Alex, Definitely looking at edge only. My research tells me in screed is used a lot when the polished concrete finish you want is expensive, i.e. the cement and…

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AlexAndRachel
Jan 11, 2023 8:16 am
szhu
szhu
22 November 2022

Cost of building plan for extension in Canberra

Cost of building plan for extension in Canberra

Hello all, I'm planning to start a renovation project for my 3 bedroom house, part of it is to extend the house towards the backside, and make it a 4 or 5 bedroom house…

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szhu
Nov 22, 2022 11:25 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
28 May 2022

Pivotal Homes in QLD goes under

Pivotal Homes in QLD goes under

What's worse is battlers get sucked into putting an extra 10% on top of the initial 5% deposit.... thinking the builder is solvent and trading ethically? Tips to watch…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 28, 2022 9:30 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Yoto80
Yoto80
8 October 2021

Gj Gardner

Gj Gardner

Hi there For those who have built with, or considered building with Gj Gardner - what were their inclusions like? Was it any good compared to other builders? Their homes…

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Yoto80
Oct 08, 2021 2:55 pm
Josh22
Josh22
17 September 2021

Ensuite Layout - Please help/Vote!

Ensuite Layout - Please help/Vote!

Many thanks! I think I’ll go for the original option and just have an oversized shower. Appreciate all of your thoughts/suggestions!

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Josh22
Sep 17, 2021 8:26 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 11:20 am
Althom
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
MCDAT
MCDAT
22 February 2021

Roof repair - clips or silicon (glue)

Roof repair - clips or silicon (glue)

I need some work done on our roof. It involves a fair amount of ridge cap rebedding and fixing up of slipping tiles around the valleys. So far I have two sets of quotes…

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MCDAT
Feb 22, 2021 10:08 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
13 January 2021

Garage ventilation advice

Garage ventilation advice

Friends of mine did exactly that about ten years ago and it works pretty well. Stewie

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Stewie D
Jan 13, 2021 6:10 pm

Just a question on the rainwater tank plumbing... I've noticed some plumbing were fitted above my rainwater tank. I am just not 100% sure how it works. I've checked and…

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jeanlaw
Jan 13, 2021 4:00 pm

I would not advise it. Were you considering using an electric drill? Sometimes swarf can drop into the tank when you cut holes, you really need to give the tank a rinse…

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SaveH2O
Dec 14, 2020 6:27 pm
SaveH2O
Philip_Green
Philip_Green
25 September 2020

General Discussion topic dumping

General Discussion topic dumping

Such a good point

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Philip_Green
Sep 25, 2020 4:39 pm
Silveryblue
Silveryblue
29 July 2020

Brighton Homes

Brighton Homes

That is strange, I have heard that people can visit their studio to look at what’s on offer before signing a preliminary agreement I don’t think they openly advertise…

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Silveryblue
Jul 29, 2020 11:37 pm
jeanlaw
jeanlaw
16 April 2020

Ceiling mounting box

Ceiling mounting box

Where can I buy this box to mount my pendant light? Or perhaps a galvanised zinc box can also do the job. I just can't find it in runnings…

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jeanlaw
Apr 17, 2020 12:27 am
Mirrmu83
Mirrmu83
8 September 2019

Small claims owner builder

Small claims owner builder

Hi, The tribunals do a fantastic job. You don’t need a lawyer. Have had recent experiences with FOS (former financial ombudsman and VCAT in Victoria). They will…

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Mirrmu83
Sep 08, 2019 10:02 pm
addewilson852
addewilson852
16 July 2019

Do I need plumbing inspection?

Do I need plumbing inspection?

Thanks SaveH2O You suggest effective way. It'll be really help a lot.

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addewilson852
Jul 16, 2019 7:04 pm
addewilson852
ruc1983
ruc1983
19 January 2019

Building and Contruction Startup

Building and Contruction Startup

I have been thinking about starting my own building and construction business for very long in Canberra. I have no prior experience but I am ready to take risk and do…

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ruc1983
Jan 19, 2019 12:20 am
gogo65
gogo65
10 January 2019

Urgent help needed

Urgent help needed

Surely the sellers solicitor neeed to go through the buyers solicitor. Maybe they’re hoping the new owners won’t fight it if their solicitor isn’t involved?

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gogo65
Jan 10, 2019 11:41 am
gogo65
Melbournevic
Melbournevic
6 January 2019

Fantastic beds

Fantastic beds

I bought the Bravo double bed 7 years ago for my teenager and he is still using it. No issue. https://www.fantasticfurniture.com.au/C ... LMK2PVCBRO The bed you are…

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Melbournevic
Jan 06, 2019 8:16 pm
gillybean
gillybean
30 October 2018

uPVC or Solar - a 10K dilemma!

uPVC or Solar - a 10K dilemma!

Why wouldn’t you install solar from day 1 and enjoy the savings straight away along with even more energy saving and comfort with the DG windows? Don’t get sucked…

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gillybean
Oct 30, 2018 3:09 pm
gillybean
algernon
algernon
28 October 2017

Floor structure - trusses (Posistrut) vs I-joist (hyJOIST)?

Floor structure - trusses (Posistrut) vs I-joist (hyJOIST)?

Probably a long shot, but thought I'd ask anyway: Does anyone have any data/experience re performance in minimising floor deflection/bounce/vibration trusses (e.g.…

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algernon
Oct 28, 2017 11:39 am
Agile Approvals
Agile Approvals
7 September 2017

Prospects of being a builder in Australia

Prospects of being a builder in Australia

Hi calvinshum A bit late to this conversation, but better late than never. I've worked in Government as a building regulator and in building code development, in the…

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Agile Approvals
Sep 07, 2017 3:47 pm
Aimz086
Aimz086
21 November 2016

House on boundary

House on boundary

Quite an annoying situation you've got there. Honestly I would just put up a fence anyway. It may stop them from throwing the ball against the wall and act as a barrier.…

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Aimz086
Nov 21, 2016 1:22 pm
carl [3052418]
carl [3052418]
15 July 2016

Reinforced Concrete

Reinforced Concrete

Cheers for clarifying guys. This is very helpful

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carl [3052418]
Jul 15, 2016 5:26 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
12 July 2016

The differences between concrete

The differences between concrete

And to elaborate, the N stands for Normal class and the number is compressive strength - 25mPa etc Stewie

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Stewie D
Jul 12, 2016 3:40 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
9 July 2016

Timber Flooring

Timber Flooring

Polystyrene sheets cut to size and pushed up and secured in place between the floor joists would be the most effective. There are other materials like a reinforced sarking…

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Stewie D
Jul 09, 2016 8:08 pm
TheBigHouse
TheBigHouse
5 May 2016

Concrete

Concrete

Besides that 10 seconds on Google tells you the answer. http://www.concretenetwork.com/post-ten ... tages.html Sent from an iPhone please excuse the ridiculous spell…

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TheBigHouse
May 05, 2016 10:31 pm
Jason007
Jason007
25 December 2015

Concrete Paints

Concrete Paints

Hi, Ive just painted concrete steps… I used Berger Jet Dry Heavy Duty… it has a bit of a gloss finish…came up ok...

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Jason007
Dec 25, 2015 8:59 pm
kellyward
kellyward
18 December 2015

the difference with modelling the new and old bathtub

the difference with modelling the new and old bathtub

When I need to make a design for your new bathroom, it's pretty simple, but when you have to remake something old - there are many nuances. for example to select the…

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kellyward
Dec 18, 2015 10:41 pm
rebuilder86
rebuilder86
22 September 2015

Facades

Facades

James Hardi Blue board all the way. Texture coated by an acredited Dulux Acratex applicator. http://www.jameshardie.com.au/products/ ... ex-system/

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rebuilder86
Sep 22, 2015 7:41 pm
oneJohn
oneJohn
2 August 2015

Double glazed windows with poor noise insulation

Double glazed windows with poor noise insulation

For optimal noise reduction, the glass panes should have a large separation, which is not optimal for thermal double-glazing. For noise, people will often leave the…

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oneJohn
Aug 02, 2015 9:34 pm
oneJohn
extendingdave
extendingdave
19 July 2015

Concrete Curing

Concrete Curing

We just poured last Thursday. Will be leaving it for a little over a week before we mark out our ICF wall positions, and chemset in internal wall starter bars. By the time…

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extendingdave
Jul 19, 2015 8:32 pm
Zelig
Zelig
5 July 2015

Rinnai 26 or 32 for a 3 bathroom house?

Rinnai 26 or 32 for a 3 bathroom house?

Rinnai 26 is OK for running 2 showers at a time but you do feel the pressure and temperature drop.I would be upgrading to a 32 for 3 bathrooms if…

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Zelig
Jul 05, 2015 9:58 am
3094088
3094088
24 June 2015

Brick or hebel

Brick or hebel

What would be the cost benefits of building a timber frame home with hebel veneer instead of brick? I would also like to hear if there are any hidden challenges with using…

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3094088
Jun 24, 2015 1:17 pm
onc_artisan
onc_artisan
27 March 2015

fly ash and concrete

fly ash and concrete

A concrete scientist.... Hmmm would love to pick your brains about a few things. I've had a lot of fun with light weight and thin high strength concrete stuff.. A bit of a…

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onc_artisan
Mar 27, 2015 10:25 pm
onc_artisan
33amc
33amc
23 March 2015

Building licence

Building licence

Look up the building commissions website in the state you are in. Licence classes vary from state to state

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33amc
Mar 23, 2015 10:09 pm
Joker
Joker
13 October 2014

what stone people must apply on the floors?

what stone people must apply on the floors?

Sorry not sure what your trying to say,but sandstone is a natural real stone,and do you mean you prefer real stone, real granite, ?

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Joker
Oct 13, 2014 10:16 pm
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
2 October 2014

Steel vs timber

Steel vs timber

Many friends of mine have built with steel and they all complain about the creaking in the home from the steel expanding and contracting. Timber would definitely me my…

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Berstan Homes
Oct 02, 2014 2:20 pm
Berstan Homes
bashworth
bashworth
2 September 2014

What to bring when meeting draftsperson/architect?

What to bring when meeting draftsperson/architect?

As much information about your block as possible A budget Photos of houses you like. A list of must haves A list of one of nice to haves A list of things you want to avoid

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bashworth
Sep 02, 2014 7:09 pm
bashworth
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
4 August 2014

Concrete Structures

Concrete Structures

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a precast concrete wall structure as opposed to other methods of constructing a multi-storey…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 04, 2014 2:50 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Stewie D
Stewie D
4 July 2014

Sealent

Sealent

If your eaves are leaking then you should fix the leak in the roof first. Stewie

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Stewie D
Jul 04, 2014 3:45 pm
Nicholas1
Nicholas1
13 June 2014

One way and two way spanning concrete slabs

One way and two way spanning concrete slabs

Hi, I was wondering if someone might be able to concisely explain the advantages and disadvantages of one-way and two way concrete slabs, with a particular focus on…

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Nicholas1
Jun 13, 2014 6:06 pm

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