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meiyeng2003
meiyeng2003
14 March

Soundproofing shared wall

Soundproofing shared wall

Hi, I live in a single storey semi-detached house with a shared wall. All is well until my neighbour’s kid started piano lessons (using an upright piano) and the noise…

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meiyeng2003
Mar 14, 2024 12:34 am
Danny Ha
Danny Ha
26 February

Roof Access Hatch?

Roof Access Hatch?

Hello, Hoping to get some help here. I recently bought a place and for the life of me I can’t find any access to my roof space. But I know that there must be a way to…

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Danny Ha
Feb 26, 2024 12:03 pm
Jordo75
Jordo75
22 February

Garage Door Malfunction

Garage Door Malfunction

Thankyou! As you can see it will need new structural replacement to hold the door, replastering, painting, new anchor plate. The Torsion bars are bent, The roller…

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Jordo75
Feb 22, 2024 9:35 am
Pulse
Pulse
21 February

What kind of timber is this?

What kind of timber is this?

ironbark maybe

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Pulse
Feb 21, 2024 9:30 pm
nookage
nookage
21 February

Zincalume Staining

Zincalume Staining

Hi, I have an area of zincalume cladding encasing a number of external downpipes. Unfortunately one of them has been permanently stained by some diluted phosphoric acid -…

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nookage
Feb 21, 2024 6:41 pm
obiwon
obiwon
3 February

Overshadowing clarification - planning - SL housing

Overshadowing clarification - planning - SL housing

I am not based in Victoria however i had a quick look into your question to understand what you were asking. The way I read the regulations, overshadowing relates to the…

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obiwon
Feb 03, 2024 9:10 pm
obiwon
Althom
Althom
29 January

Sign off approval required before verandah built

Sign off approval required before verandah built

Depends on size, local regulations etc. Ask your Council.

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Althom
Jan 29, 2024 12:13 pm
Althom
clarencio
clarencio
27 January

Orlando 20 HBC

Orlando 20 HBC

Hi, Would you please share some photos of your Orlando 20 HBC build? I would like to get some insight on the living and dining area. Thank you

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clarencio
Jan 27, 2024 9:33 am
mr_zedx
mr_zedx
24 January

Retaining wall situation.

Retaining wall situation.

concrete sleepers, drainage and fence by the looks of it?

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841
mr_zedx
Jan 24, 2024 2:32 am
AttyJay
AttyJay
22 January

Installing laminate panels on concrete ceiling

Installing laminate panels on concrete ceiling

Hello - we were hoping to apply laminate click lock panels to our concrete ceiling, but not too sure how to go about attaching the panels to the concrete. Any idea what…

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AttyJay
Jan 22, 2024 1:06 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
18 January

Cost of building 3 x Townhouses after knockdown

Cost of building 3 x Townhouses after knockdown

multiple occ properties are always billed by trades at a premium, rarely per sqm for the lot. You either have trades you know whoe will do by sqm or youre going to get…

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ponzutwo
Jan 18, 2024 4:54 pm
Rain8928
Rain8928
18 January

Brick wall small step cracks

Brick wall small step cracks

Do I need to concern about this pattern of crack? Is this crack showing some signs of bigger problems? Thanks for any suggestions!

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Rain8928
Jan 18, 2024 5:52 am
vgolfoz
vgolfoz
5 December 2023

Ripple iron fence capping

Ripple iron fence capping

We have a Victorian style ripple iron fence out the front that has some moulded timber capping. Probably 15+ years old and has cracked and splintered in parts...not really…

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vgolfoz
Dec 05, 2023 9:43 am
agus
agus
1 December 2023

Colorbond Roof

Colorbond Roof
1, 2

Just out of curiosity, is the sound localised just at one section of the house or throughout? Can you also hear creaking or popping on your walls/ceilings?

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agus
Dec 01, 2023 8:26 pm
Mauromario
Mauromario
26 November 2023

Concrete pier required ?

Concrete pier required ?

Just read the fine prints of the warranties I bet you will find some will be transferable and some don't. And to even thinking half of these volume builders will be around…

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Mauromario
Nov 26, 2023 2:41 am
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
23 November 2023

NCC 3.1.3.3 Question

NCC 3.1.3.3 Question

Whats in the gap between the fence and the concrete? I assume dirt/plants etc, right? like youve shown in other parts of the pics. Im not sure how familiar you are with…

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ponzutwo
Nov 23, 2023 12:02 pm
Patrick
Patrick
16 November 2023

Steel sheds. Worth going one with steel frame?

Steel sheds. Worth going one with steel frame?

Hi I am wanting some opinions about the build of a steel shed I am going to get one about 4.5 x 2.5 m steel shed and the height will be about 2.3-2.4m high The one I am…

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Patrick
Nov 16, 2023 3:28 pm
Patrick
building-expert
building-expert
31 October 2023

Unfair Contract Terms- ACCC new penalties

Unfair Contract Terms- ACCC new penalties

I believe that liquidated damaged should be amount of actual loss to the owner from the delays. The issue in all of this is building industry lobbying and contributing to…

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building-expert
Oct 31, 2023 8:08 am
building-expert
building-expert
building-expert
27 October 2023

Your most important inspection? Pre contract review.

Your most important inspection? Pre contract review.

The worst thing you can do is sign a building contract without a pre contract review. Over the years many people have come to me with disputes where they just signed…

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building-expert
Oct 27, 2023 9:35 am
building-expert
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
17 October 2023

Hybrid Laminate

Hybrid Laminate

We are doing heaps of hybrid at the moment and the cost sits between $60-65/sqm including installation. Stairs are around $90-100 each

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Ashington Homes
Oct 17, 2023 6:45 am
Ashington Homes
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Pedro4137
Oct 17, 2023 5:58 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
17 October 2023

Warped/damaged roof truss?

Warped/damaged roof truss?

It's hard to comment as the photos area bit dark ( you might need a new 15 - just got one and wow :) ) Jokes aside, I can see one member that is cracked. I would find a…

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1600
Ashington Homes
Oct 17, 2023 5:09 am
Ashington Homes
building-expert
building-expert
3 October 2023

Issues with building contracts

Issues with building contracts

Industry type domestic contracts are prepared by industry bodies for the benefit of the builders. This means that if you are the owner watch out. One of the points is…

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building-expert
Oct 03, 2023 11:04 am
building-expert
aferraro
aferraro
15 September 2023

builder requirements for DBI VMIA eligibility

builder requirements for DBI VMIA eligibility

I'm wondering if anyone knows what the requirements are of a builder to be eligible to hold Domestic Building Insurance for proposed works. https://www.dbi.vmia.vic.gov.au

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aferraro
Sep 15, 2023 2:05 pm

I want to build a decking to the drawn shape outlined in black. The problem is how close can I build to the gas hot water unit? Will I be able to build around it and be…

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submacd
Sep 06, 2023 11:17 am

Hi group, have some damage to the door frame and skirting board. It's a side door to the laundry area. Only has a security door. I had a termite inspection (note drill…

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tajb
Aug 30, 2023 1:30 pm

Dover white or surfmist garage door. I am having trouble choosing a garage door. The outside of house will be tranquel retreat. I want it to all blend nicely however I…

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shell8383
Aug 26, 2023 7:11 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
24 August 2023

Devil in the eyes

Devil in the eyes

Where ethics are absent, money takes center stage, turning business minds into puppeteers of moral decay.

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SaveH2O
Aug 24, 2023 1:26 pm
SaveH2O
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
21 August 2023

Experts, experts everywhere.

Experts, experts everywhere.

I totally agree with everything you have written. Thanks again for your always excellent input and advice. I really enjoy reading your posts cheers Simeon

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Ashington Homes
Aug 21, 2023 2:11 pm
Ashington Homes
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
2 August 2023

victorian homebuyers fund

victorian homebuyers fund

I havent, and i havent looked to much into it, but on face value its not the saviour its trying to make out to be. Shared equity in your home is never a good idea. The…

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ponzutwo
Aug 02, 2023 11:43 am
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
28 July 2023

Responsibility on Builder or Customer: Conduit Issue

Responsibility on Builder or Customer: Conduit Issue

the conduit would need to be undamaged regardless of what network is in play. The conduit needs to be able to have fibre run through it. NBN and Opticomm are just…

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ponzutwo
Jul 28, 2023 3:03 pm
Ardo
Ardo
27 July 2023

James Hardie Linea Weatherboard - Issue - Current Build

James Hardie Linea Weatherboard - Issue - Current Build

Does it wipe off? Could be because of dry dirty drips.

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Ardo
Jul 27, 2023 8:02 pm
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alexhales
Jul 20, 2023 10:02 pm
alexhales
wally97
wally97
19 July 2023

Spare Monier Tudor Barrummandi concrete tiles

Spare Monier Tudor Barrummandi concrete tiles

Our house was completed 8 years ago. Builder did not leave any spare roof tiles behind. Just found out that one tile is cracked. Wanted to replace the tile but most…

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wally97
Jul 19, 2023 5:31 pm
sillysausage1900
sillysausage1900
4 July 2023

Roof Plumbing - no compliance certificate ?

Roof Plumbing - no compliance certificate ?

For anyone that comes across this issue in the future - Just did what aussieta said and found a plumber to inspect it and sign off on it. Was difficult to find someone to…

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sillysausage1900
Jul 04, 2023 10:32 am
vgolfoz
vgolfoz
26 June 2023

Glass Bricks and DIY

Glass Bricks and DIY

Nobody?

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vgolfoz
Jun 26, 2023 11:25 am
Dataman
Dataman
22 June 2023

Joists under shower tray

Joists under shower tray

Hi All, about to commence a bathroom renovation and need some advice on subfloor works. Current subfloor is hardwood T&G floorboards on 90x45 joists, but intention is to…

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Dataman
Jun 22, 2023 4:24 pm
Pulse
Pulse
13 June 2023

Weep holes neighbours

Weep holes neighbours

it depends on the natural ground level, if they excavated their boundary wall needed to be built as a retaining wall. If you filled, which sounds like the case then you…

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Pulse
Jun 13, 2023 7:08 pm
building-expert
building-expert
8 June 2023

DBDRV

DBDRV
1, 2, 3

You can't, you have to go through DBDRV and get a certificate that the dispute is unresolved before you can make claim in VCAT

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building-expert
Jun 08, 2023 7:00 pm
building-expert
Taffy
Taffy
8 June 2023

Paint colour help please

Paint colour help please

Thankyou so much 😀 I've decided on White on white for doors and trims, White on white 50% on ceiling and Mt buller for walls. Fingers crossed it will look OK 😀

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Taffy
Jun 08, 2023 10:44 am
Taffy
MyFirst
MyFirst
30 May 2023

Roof Vibration Noise Diagnosis.

Roof Vibration Noise Diagnosis.
1, 2

Head to Roofing Supplies Online. Get Links to the RSO website where you can by Permastop 55mm Roof Blankets. Get contractors to install under sheet. Best stuff we have used so far!

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MyFirst
May 30, 2023 11:01 pm
chippy
chippy
25 May 2023

Front Gate handle keeps coming off

Front Gate handle keeps coming off

Get some long brass machine screws and bolt right through the gate and put brass acorn nuts and washers on the other side. It will never come off

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chippy
May 25, 2023 11:33 am
chippy

Hi All, I engaged a tradie to install concrete retaining wall 600-800mm high over 32 meters in Victoria. Sleepers are 200*75*2000 mm installed over 17 steel posts. I…

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newbie26
May 09, 2023 1:19 am
strannik
strannik
2 May 2023

Essastone

Essastone

i think we've got essastone, could even be the Chalkstone (or it's equivalent 10 years ago). by now has couple of chips on the edge where we have accidentally banged some…

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strannik
May 02, 2023 5:28 pm
Duomi
Duomi
2 April 2023

Superior Building Group

Superior Building Group
1, 2, 3

I know it is an old topic. I am building with SBG, and it has been 14 months since the first slab was deployed. My house is still in the lock-up stage. Any other people…

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Duomi
Apr 02, 2023 9:27 pm
Taffy
Taffy
8 March 2023

Grooves in timber laminate

Grooves in timber laminate

That's good to hear thankyou. Do they show up footprints. In my last house I had the large porcelain tiles and they were a nightmare to keep clean. What colour floor did…

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Taffy
Mar 08, 2023 2:27 pm
Taffy
Taffy
Taffy
1 March 2023

Timber laminate or vinyl

Timber laminate or vinyl

Hi all. I'm building a new house and in the past have always tiled the hallways, kitchen, dining, family room. I was looking at Dunlop Heartridge vinyl in the colour…

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Taffy
Mar 01, 2023 9:57 pm
Taffy
Shrusti
Shrusti
28 February 2023

Building delays

Building delays

Hi, How many of us are facing building delays? We signed the contract with our builder in Oct 2021. The land got titled in Jan 2022. Building started in Aug 2022 and 260…

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Shrusti
Feb 28, 2023 9:18 am
Shrusti
Shrusti
27 February 2023

Building delay

Building delay

Hi, I

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Shrusti
Feb 27, 2023 1:20 pm

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