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mansawant
mansawant
13 March

Replacing broken tile on floor

Replacing broken tile on floor

I have an investment property and tenants moved out recently. However the Property manager noticed one of the floor tiles is broken and the kitchen Island countertop is…

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mansawant
Mar 13, 2024 6:40 pm
MarkusjOZ
MarkusjOZ
13 March

Are pavers good for driveways?

Are pavers good for driveways?

Hi, I have had them in the past and the pros are: Versatile, i.e many different colours and styles to choose…

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MarkusjOZ
Mar 13, 2024 3:55 pm
MarkusjOZ
muzzy
muzzy
9 March

Top-notch Сasual Dating - Genuine Damsels

Top-notch Сasual Dating - Genuine Damsels

Make dating stress-free and enjoyable with the best casual dating experience. Actual Women Super Сasual Dating

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muzzy
Mar 09, 2024 12:31 am
muzzy

What are French pattern pavers?

What are French pattern pavers?

French Pattern pavers, also known as Versailles pattern pavers, are a favorite among leading interior designers for creating timeless designs that blend ancient beauty…

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jacoobjohn01
Mar 06, 2024 3:02 pm
jacoobjohn01
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jacoobjohn01
Mar 01, 2024 3:14 pm
jacoobjohn01
Bao Nguyen
Bao Nguyen
19 February

Termite and pest control

Termite and pest control

Fantastic. Good to know. Thank you very much

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1103
Bao Nguyen
Feb 19, 2024 7:25 pm
HappyDoc
HappyDoc
12 February

Terracotta roof replacement

Terracotta roof replacement

We're looking at replacing the roof of a heritage listed home so it needs to be terracotta tiles, wondering if anyone has any recommendations, hints or…

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HappyDoc
Feb 12, 2024 7:15 pm
dotty
dotty
12 February

Can my land in Bexley NSW be built a duplex ?

Can my land in Bexley NSW be built a duplex ?

Just to clarify, I'm not a builder I've read my own council's LEP numerous times and worked with an architect to understand my own lot size and problems.

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dotty
Feb 12, 2024 5:38 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
24 January

Fabrication Cost For Stone

Fabrication Cost For Stone

the reason slabs are included in the quote is because often the offcuts from jobs are not usable for other jobs. When youre ordering a small job, there *may* be some cut…

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ponzutwo
Jan 24, 2024 3:29 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
24 January

please advise the sequence of home renovation

please advise the sequence of home renovation

1. get job 2. save money 3. spend money on materials 4. pay a million fees and charges and levies and 5. renovate 6. eat two min noodles for next 10 years 7. question your choices

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ponzutwo
Jan 24, 2024 3:19 pm
Teju
Teju
22 January

Regarding Burbank Bricks

Regarding Burbank Bricks

Hi All, Recently we have signed a contract with Burbank and we are not aware that they have just DORSET, SURREY, HAMPSHIRE, KENT, PILBARA and REDGUM bricks from PGH are…

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Teju
Jan 22, 2024 4:03 pm

Hi It came to my attention after the handover that - The facade cladding on the face and the side are not straight. -The face tapers down by 50mm from left to right and…

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Mox80
Jan 18, 2024 1:48 pm
Pedro4137
Pedro4137
18 January

Facade Render cracks

Facade Render cracks

The mesh is often stuck on wall first then rendered over, which means it does nothing Not to specifications Get a scope of works in writing before start, needs to be…

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Pedro4137
Jan 18, 2024 11:24 am
Mox80
Mox80
15 January

Black gloss enamel

Black gloss enamel

This link might answer your question. I had the same issue and it turned out to be the roller. https://www.sherwin-williams.com/painti ... %20coating.

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Mox80
Jan 15, 2024 10:54 pm
building-expert
building-expert
13 January

Damp Internal Wall

Damp Internal Wall

You can use hairdryer

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6511
building-expert
Jan 13, 2024 1:07 pm
building-expert
shareinfo
shareinfo
8 January

plumbing issues

plumbing issues

we are still suffering from deficient plumbing from Franck Hull, mixers installed back to front, shower switch installed too high, pipes too noisy.

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shareinfo
Jan 08, 2024 1:29 pm
noviice
noviice
2 January

Deck advice

Deck advice

1. Depth gauge, wrap duct tape where you wish to terminate your drilling onto the drill bit and use your eyes throughout performing. 2. 2 vs' 4, most at bunnings will…

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noviice
Jan 02, 2024 11:18 pm

Enamel paints

Enamel paints

The yellowing mainly occurs to white or very light colours.

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BuildingandLegal
Jan 02, 2024 11:13 pm
BuildingandLegal

Please advice, are roof flashings required at the end of the

Please advice, are roof flashings required at the end of the

Minimum overhang into gutter must be 50mm, turn down tool should not split the sheet. it seems wrong tool for the profile was used, the flashing cannot slope back. Rib…

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building-expert
Jan 02, 2024 7:29 pm
building-expert
MarkusjOZ
MarkusjOZ
29 December 2023

New development overlooks into my yard

New development overlooks into my yard

Plant some bamboo along the fenceline :D

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MarkusjOZ
Dec 29, 2023 6:59 pm
MarkusjOZ
ownerinproblem
ownerinproblem
25 December 2023

Foil wrap not done before brickwork

Foil wrap not done before brickwork

I am in the same situation, would you be able to give some insights in to this? I am in SA

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ownerinproblem
Dec 25, 2023 10:57 am
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
20 December 2023

Land tax exemption

Land tax exemption

the exemption applies only to your principal place of residence - so you must live in it. The 200 days is continuous. You also have to apply for the exemption.

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ponzutwo
Dec 20, 2023 11:00 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
14 December 2023

How many builders are on this forum?

How many builders are on this forum?

They already have two well known ones (HIA & MBA) that many new home buyers mistakenly think are regulatory bodies that Joe Public can complain to.

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SaveH2O
Dec 14, 2023 5:41 pm
SaveH2O
treegosmash
treegosmash
3 December 2023

How much damage to a house before insurance decide to settle

How much damage to a house before insurance decide to settle

I thought this would be a popular question but I haven't been able to find any similar posts. Perhaps I'm wording my searches wrong? When you have car insurance and the…

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treegosmash
Dec 03, 2023 9:29 am
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
22 November 2023

anchoring to ceiling

anchoring to ceiling
1, 2

Does sound fun, but swings are made for one. A group shibari suspension however....thanks for the idea! 🤣

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ponzutwo
Nov 22, 2023 7:19 am
layman1
layman1
9 November 2023

Rainwater tank - screaming sound

Rainwater tank - screaming sound

Grate, thank you! RexChan if thats the reason i could sleep well without thinking about additional cost. But 1st i'll need to read about NRV cleaning/replaing stuff. I…

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layman1
Nov 09, 2023 4:55 pm
AJ1111
AJ1111
5 November 2023

Building a 39 square house in Schofields Sydney

Building a 39 square house in Schofields Sydney

No idea about the driveway question, but your price for a house that size including landscaping seems very good!

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AJ1111
Nov 05, 2023 1:46 pm

Hi everyone, building a duplex with my brother and we will then subdivide the land with council. Each duplex will be 360m2. The frontage of the house is West facing and…

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Mewe4375
Oct 31, 2023 1:52 am
alexp79
alexp79
26 October 2023

Kitchen's from overseas

Kitchen's from overseas

I had couple of quotations from pre-covid times, I am quite sure they are more expensive now plus with current USD rate and shipping costs it makes them really unaffordable.

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alexp79
Oct 26, 2023 3:20 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
4 October 2023

DIY External facade stone cladding

DIY External facade stone cladding

Re my second point – yes exactly. And often it may take additional time if the manufacturer recommends no more than X meters…

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ponzutwo
Oct 04, 2023 12:11 pm
Infinite-Justice
Infinite-Justice
1 October 2023

Clarendon Boston or Saratoga

Clarendon Boston or Saratoga

the stair balustrades? There is nothing special about these and I imagine literally every stair installer will be able to do this.

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Infinite-Justice
Oct 01, 2023 6:57 pm
building-expert
building-expert
1 October 2023

Pest Proofing Ventilation gaps in brick veneer home

Pest Proofing Ventilation gaps in brick veneer home

Brass fly wire, you will need to cut it, shape it and jam it into brick slots

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building-expert
Oct 01, 2023 7:31 am
building-expert
SydneyElle
SydneyElle
25 September 2023

Epoxy floors in living area

Epoxy floors in living area

That would be great -Thank you.

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SydneyElle
Sep 25, 2023 2:12 pm
SydneyElle
SydneyElle
24 September 2023

Most affordable paint brand

Most affordable paint brand

Thank you. That is really helpful. Once we get the place done and passed for OC we can upgrade in the future once we get back on our feet and not paying mortgage and rent.

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SydneyElle
Sep 24, 2023 9:35 am
Michelle
Michelle
13 September 2023

Exterior Painting Questions

Exterior Painting Questions

Hi.... no one answered because it's such a long post to answer. What's the most important thing in your post that you really need help…

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Michelle
Sep 13, 2023 7:47 pm
Michelle
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
10 September 2023

Fairfield Council - Costs of a duplex and two granny flats

Fairfield Council - Costs of a duplex and two granny flats

Pandi This is a really good question that I do not know the answer to, but I will try and find out next week. Back to the original poster who was in Fairfield. We are…

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Ashington Homes
Sep 10, 2023 10:42 am
Ashington Homes
building-expert
building-expert
5 September 2023

Water Underneath Timber Floor

Water Underneath Timber Floor

The most likely cause of your timber swelling (parquetry?) is either a plumbing leak or carelessly leaving water on floors after use or both. Without seeing, i am ignoring…

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building-expert
Sep 05, 2023 11:05 am
building-expert
Ardo
Ardo
30 August 2023

Changing selections after getting bank loan

Changing selections after getting bank loan

How much are you ahead in payments compared to where the build is at? Have you fully drawn down the loan?

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Ardo
Aug 30, 2023 9:14 am
anjanawijerathne
anjanawijerathne
28 August 2023

Signature at Kellyville

Signature at Kellyville

Do not fall in that trap.

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anjanawijerathne
Aug 28, 2023 10:41 pm
Shuma
Shuma
23 August 2023

Need advise on surfacing render interior wall

Need advise on surfacing render interior wall

I am looking for someone who might have tackled a similar issue as me. I have a few rendered interior walls, the surface condition is hardly flat. I can see all the bumps…

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Shuma
Aug 23, 2023 2:58 am
aferraro
aferraro
20 August 2023

SureFoot foundations

SureFoot foundations

our situation was a bit of a guinea pig in that structural work by the previous builder was defective and the house was almost completed, and our structural engineer…

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aferraro
Aug 20, 2023 5:27 pm
chippy
chippy
15 August 2023

Garage Driveway Coverage

Garage Driveway Coverage

It looks like Blacktown council allows up to a 6.0m wide driveway so just ask your builder to change the plans. If you are just in the planning stage then there is no…

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chippy
Aug 15, 2023 5:15 pm
chippy
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
15 August 2023

Is this a bad situation - easement and manhole on property

Is this a bad situation - easement and manhole on property

You might be able to apply to divert the sewer at your expense. In NSW you would contact a Water services co-ordinator and they would give you advice as to whether or not…

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Ashington Homes
Aug 15, 2023 9:42 am
Ashington Homes
hreay
hreay
2 August 2023

Fire seperation qall

Fire seperation qall

Need some advice. Living in a townhouse with one common wall, recently we have discovered that the fire separation wall is incomplete and on further investigation, support…

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hreay
Aug 02, 2023 3:44 am
Althom
Althom
1 August 2023

Is this fence acceptable?

Is this fence acceptable?

Give it 4 weeks and you won't even notice it

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Althom
Aug 01, 2023 3:27 pm
Althom
koffeetime
koffeetime
24 July 2023

Firstyle Tile Selection

Firstyle Tile Selection

Hi Kaiser85, We are building with Firstyle Homes. Our build has just started, slab pour is on Saturday (hopefully!). Their standard range is pretty good. We did our…

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koffeetime
Jul 24, 2023 6:00 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
23 July 2023

Low head water tank

Low head water tank

If you can calculate the reasonable charged head from let's say 100mm below the gutter to the top of where the vertical riser's horizontal discharge pipe will be, that…

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SaveH2O
Jul 23, 2023 11:06 pm
SaveH2O

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