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SejaeD
SejaeD
20 June 2019

2nd floor additon in Sydney's lower north shore

2nd floor additon in Sydney's lower north shore

I live if the exact part of the world that you have described and I have two friends who have done what you described. One at middle cove who spend just under $1m and…

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SejaeD
Jun 20, 2019 12:07 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
SejaeD
20 June 2019

Sliding / Stacker door installation - Standard?

Sliding / Stacker door installation - Standard?

What they can do without cutting the slab is to install the door over the step down and set it so the bottom is flush with height of your finished floor level ( say you…

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SejaeD
Jun 20, 2019 11:23 am
SejaeD

Yea I agree. With the house we’re building I specificially asked for a wall to block the entry view into the rest of the house as it would give more privacy from…

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Bobjane
Jun 20, 2019 12:02 am
brokenstick
brokenstick
18 June 2019

Door handle height

Door handle height

Looks to me like the whole thing is upside down

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brokenstick
Jun 18, 2019 2:48 pm
brokenstick
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
18 June 2019

Drainage Issues along new concrete walkway

Drainage Issues along new concrete walkway

The NCC does not require stormwater to be discharged away from the property and there even isn't the requirement to have gutters and downpipes but the water must be…

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SaveH2O
Jun 18, 2019 1:50 pm
SaveH2O
Dharma
Dharma
17 June 2019

Builder Illegally Using and Damaging Property

Builder Illegally Using and Damaging Property
1, 2

Thanks SejaeD, much appreciated.

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Dharma
Jun 17, 2019 7:24 pm
ssvdara
ssvdara
17 June 2019

Builders Warranty Victoria

Builders Warranty Victoria

Thank you for the response. Yes, there are lot more defects. I have initially agreed to waive off many so that he can sort things out. The main issue is that he is not…

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ssvdara
Jun 17, 2019 7:03 pm
alymei
alymei
17 June 2019

Color combo - Woodland grey/Monument and Surfmist

Color combo - Woodland grey/Monument and Surfmist

If you are in qld its at springfield rise

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alymei
Jun 17, 2019 2:56 pm
Scooter13
Scooter13
16 June 2019

Building Report Help

Building Report Help

Ye theres always going to be some minor things as they age but is it enough to stop me buying it, thats what im struggling with..

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Scooter13
Jun 16, 2019 9:49 pm
Scooter13
Melos
Melos
16 June 2019

Raked ceiling

Raked ceiling

Where are you located

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Melos
Jun 16, 2019 5:48 pm
lesM
lesM
16 June 2019

Can you cut a concrete slab and reo

Can you cut a concrete slab and reo

Actually the Building consultant was the site manager who made the call to change the original plan, The builders themselves would say to me "we'll be back becayse this…

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lesM
Jun 16, 2019 3:22 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
16 June 2019

Concrete Footings for patio/pergola

Concrete Footings for patio/pergola

Hi Bazinga2019 Welcome o the forum Do you have the engineering drawings for the installation? Did you get Council approval for the installation? More info required and…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 16, 2019 6:58 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Tasjohnson78
Tasjohnson78
15 June 2019

Sheds

Sheds

Hi! Are you still wanting to have your own shed? I can recommend you to my friend who works at TSS, they can give you a quote to your need for a reasonable price.

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Tasjohnson78
Jun 15, 2019 5:04 pm
Tasjohnson78
Tasjohnson78
15 June 2019

Stumping for an extension

Stumping for an extension

Hi everyone , ive been googling about stumping to build an extension from the house making an additional 2 bedrooms, the concrete driveway is in the way i was thinking of…

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Tasjohnson78
Jun 15, 2019 4:36 pm
wally97
wally97
14 June 2019

Leakage on roof of garage

Leakage on roof of garage

We lived in this new-built double-storey home for three and a half years. Recently noticed a short black thick-line stain on the roof of garage along the cornice.…

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wally97
Jun 14, 2019 6:58 pm
JohnTim
JohnTim
13 June 2019

Digging under house slab

Digging under house slab

Thank you everyone, really appreciate your help.

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JohnTim
Jun 13, 2019 9:00 pm
wowiecs
wowiecs
13 June 2019

Advice on the Pre-Completion Inspection

Advice on the Pre-Completion Inspection

Thank you for your advice.

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wowiecs
Jun 13, 2019 10:47 am
bestspecials
bestspecials
13 June 2019

Fencing question

Fencing question

Generally speaking, you should have 1 or 2 'ulgy' sides or 1 or 2 'nice' side, its best to try and chat with your neighbour, if prossible try and get the 'ugly side' down…

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bestspecials
Jun 13, 2019 9:31 am
bestspecials
Liliana
Liliana
12 June 2019

Should l use only a licensed builder

Should l use only a licensed builder

Hi jimbo73 If they are a licenced builder then they should appear on the VBA database. I wouldn't hire an unlicenced builder and I would be very careful even with a…

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Liliana
Jun 12, 2019 7:29 am
Sethor
Sethor
10 June 2019

Kitchen Silicone discoloured after a few weeks

Kitchen Silicone discoloured after a few weeks

I would not use the Selleys product, it may cause damage to your benchtop. Just buy a plastic removal tool like this stay away from metal ones as it may scratch. Use this…

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Sethor
Jun 10, 2019 3:23 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
9 June 2019

HIA Contracts/Owners rights

HIA Contracts/Owners rights

You can talk to whoever you want and post questions where ever you wish OT, Problems arise when 1. You don't have all the Engineering drawings, notes and…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 09, 2019 8:21 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Joker
Joker
7 June 2019

Temporary Fencing - Hire or buy?

Temporary Fencing - Hire or buy?

I purchased,then sold to a nearby build,got 75 percent back after 18 months.

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Joker
Jun 07, 2019 8:58 pm
kks
kks
7 June 2019

** builder breaks home owners

** builder breaks home owners

How many builder busts is it in South Australia in the past year, seven? With the latest, Adelaide Advertiser is reporting current deposit loss from the punter is about $5.5K.

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kks
Jun 07, 2019 2:58 pm
Logues
Logues
6 June 2019

Purlins for shed

Purlins for shed

Wanting to build a large shed who makes good quality purlins for southeast Queensland?

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Logues
Jun 06, 2019 11:03 am
Zorro6
Zorro6
1 June 2019

Build a home or Buy established house

Build a home or Buy established house

One of the first things to do is weigh up the costs. You buy old you move straight in or rent a while longer and get it updated. New build takes anywhere between 12 to 18…

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Zorro6
Jun 01, 2019 5:11 am
robbert
robbert
31 May 2019

Brad Nailer brand/model suggestion, anyone?

Brad Nailer brand/model suggestion, anyone?

Got an old Dewalt one I need to retire soon, so I'm thinking if I should get a newer model from the same brand (Probably DC608K 18V). This I saw also suggests Porter…

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robbert
May 31, 2019 4:29 pm
robbert
Joker
Joker
31 May 2019

Phoenix Design by Domaine Homes

Phoenix Design by Domaine Homes

Hi welcome,I would suggest you drive around your area and find a couple of recent built homes or almost finished homes with your chosen builder and ask them about their…

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Joker
May 31, 2019 12:32 pm
dibek.temir
dibek.temir
30 May 2019

Carport to bedroom conversion. Brisbane North private builde

Carport to bedroom conversion. Brisbane North private builde

Hi Do Even before you start talking to builders (unless you're only chasing an indicative price, I'd suggest you have a bit of homework to do…

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dibek.temir
May 30, 2019 11:03 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
30 May 2019

Alfresco a few metres off ground level

Alfresco a few metres off ground level

Hi Karolien123 Here, you will need to make adjustments to the design The Council may also require engineering Drawings hth

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 30, 2019 8:26 am
StructuralBIMGuy

Renovation

Renovation

If you want renovation in your house, make a plan for renovation like decide own design of house based on your need. This planning will help you in a renovation. Give your…

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DianenVillegassdf
May 30, 2019 6:02 am
rubyhuang
rubyhuang
29 May 2019

Faux timber beams?

Faux timber beams?

Hi! I’ve created a post with some faux timber if you’re interested. I’m based in Brisbane, Queensland.

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rubyhuang
May 29, 2019 12:12 am

Hello All, the building report is out and the inspector has identified 1 major defect. As mentioned earlier in my posts, the house is made on H1 soil and with waffle…

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viju_009
May 28, 2019 8:32 pm
TarickTDS
TarickTDS
26 May 2019

Minimum requirements to build?

Minimum requirements to build?

I'm anoyed at how much it costs to build or buy in or around existing towns and am trying to model a lower cost option for…

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TarickTDS
May 26, 2019 9:05 pm
Zorro6
Zorro6
26 May 2019

......

......

If the council have signed off on the pool isn’t all that is required for sale? Do you have a copy of their sign off?

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Zorro6
May 26, 2019 4:39 pm
IamSAM
IamSAM
23 May 2019

After handover

After handover

Basically I meant get landscaping & fencing done together. Particularly between Fencing and Paving - get fencing done first as it requires soil to be dug up. Once fencing…

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IamSAM
May 23, 2019 2:59 pm
IamSAM
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IamSAM
May 23, 2019 8:51 am
IamSAM
chippy
chippy
22 May 2019

Kitchen sink

Kitchen sink

The cut out is the same size (roughly) for undermount or drop in. Personally I think undermount looks good with just bowls and no drainer, it looks clean and minimal Once…

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chippy
May 22, 2019 10:44 pm
chippy
jimv
jimv
20 May 2019

Oviya Homes

Oviya Homes

Thanks for the information

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jimv
May 20, 2019 4:00 pm
Marcs
Marcs
19 May 2019

Security Deposit Clause 7.1 HIA Contract (NSW)

Security Deposit Clause 7.1 HIA Contract (NSW)

Well thank you, I'm looking forward to your next update on your build. Conservatively, yes the builder could terminate as clause 27.2 states that the failure to…

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Marcs
May 19, 2019 11:48 pm
Arabla
Arabla
17 May 2019

Tile Package or Self Source

Tile Package or Self Source

Hey We are considering building with Dale Alcock in Perth and wondering what the general consensus is on floor tiling. Is it better to go with them and or source the…

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Arabla
May 17, 2019 6:20 pm
Arabla
homeone
homeone
17 May 2019

Please help the community by reporting Spam

Please help the community by reporting Spam

To add, already reported posts do not provide a report option.

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homeone
May 17, 2019 3:03 pm
homeone
Zorro6
Zorro6
14 May 2019

Delay cost

Delay cost

That should be completion date.

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Zorro6
May 14, 2019 6:02 pm
Jitender
Jitender
13 May 2019

building contract - cooling off

building contract - cooling off

hi, I am in a situation where I have signed the HIA building contract ( on 6th may ) with a builder and have submitted it back to the builder for him to sign it. my…

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Jitender
May 13, 2019 11:10 pm
Engineer
Engineer
13 May 2019

Fairhaven homes

Fairhaven homes

Great stuff - one of the best slabs going around - did it cost much more than a waffle slab?

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Engineer
May 13, 2019 2:22 pm
Engineer
Vyki01
Vyki01
13 May 2019

Overwhelmed about new/old house.

Overwhelmed about new/old house.

Yes that's fair enough. I dont think there's much wrong electrical because all the lights work fine but well see how it is when we actually move in. I posted a link…

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Vyki01
May 13, 2019 12:43 pm
smacky07
smacky07
12 May 2019

Question about incorrect render colour

Question about incorrect render colour

Sure, thank you zorro6. Cheers!

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smacky07
May 12, 2019 1:02 pm

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