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Champion Home clause 44.4 - Anyone?
Thanks for explaining, Simeon. It’s interesting to hear how delays and cash flow affect builders. I get why some builders prefer cost-plus contracts with prices going… Hi
Planning 90mm R2.5 between joists as a minimum in my upcoming extension on stumps.
Will see if it's feasible to add more in any way after talking with the builder or… ness x8 navigator alarmmy 2 key pad screens show DEMO MODE can't get rid of it tried doing the power off battery disconnet off and reconnect after 12 hours still same DEMO mode ,… fixjets started a topic 2 February ago Hi all. There is a tree on the council strip that has the neighbour's powerlines through it. The other side of the tree is obstructing the proposed powerline path to the… We have had a couple of outdoor mains water pipe leaks due to tree roots pushing rocks into pipe. House was built in 1995 whoever built it just backfilled with rocks and… iCIRT RatingiCIRT (Independent Construction Industry Rating Tool) is becoming an important factor in the Australian building industry, helping buyers, developers, and lenders assess… wgar started a topic 31 January ago Acrylic garage doors? Anyone?I’ve seen acrylic garage doors on a few houses around here, and they do look sleek, but I can’t imagine choosing them myself. Here in Phoenix, the heat can get… remove floor tyleswe are in perth area and want to get an idea of the cost to remove floor tyles and prepare surface for a laminate recover. Underexposed patch of drivewayHello
I have a small patch on my driveway which is under exposed. It’s about 100mm wide by 100mm long.
Really annoys me. Is there anything that can be done to expose… afpo23 started a topic 25 January ago Oakford homes in Goolwa North SAWhat are your experiences with Oakford homes builder? We're just about enter cooling off period, and would like to know of your experiences, specially the negative ones. Thanks Mrs Dee started a topic 23 January ago Balcony floor coveringThe roof frame system would have been designed to take the dead load of the roof only. Before you get too excited with a balcony you will need to confirm with an engineer… Doorjambs&architraves penetrate tilesThere is meant to be a couple of mm gap between the bottom of the jambs and architraves and the finish floor level of the tiles. The separation prevents water wicking up… Hi everyone,
I need some help figuring out what’s going on. Every time there’s heavy rain, water keeps coming into the garage of our new home in Marsden Park.
I… RabzJan 20, 2025 12:02 am Steel Frame Price 2020
after 4 years, how is the Summit Home with steel frame doing? I am considering building with Summit Hi all,
Would appreciate some advice on how to clean up the paint job around this window frame. The frame extends across the width of the room and joins straight up to… Crawl spacewe have a 70's house that is split level, any idea if all split levels have a crawl space?
I can't find one and really want to check under 2nd level Parlo21 started a topic 17 January ago TribeccaAfter nearly two years of construction promises we have pulled out of our contract. After a further six weeks the project does not yet have an occupation… HGWA - Electrical PackHi all,
I’m looking to build the Maldives plan with HGWA but wasn’t sure about the electrical inclusions. Does anyone know what the electrical incisions are such as… MnMs789 started a topic 16 January ago I installed a ceiling fan under a ceiling rose. However it obviously doesn't sit flush against the ceiling so wobbles and makes noise while turned on. Would appreciate any… How to clean/restore old brick
Pool chlorine and a detergent mixed in water. You apply it to the brick work, let it dwell for about 10 minutes and then use a high pressure water cleaner to wash it… San Remo EdgeWater EstateHi All.
I was wondering if anyone is building in EdgeWater San Remo. Can I get some details about which builder you are building with and the site costs. We are getting… Flat Roof - Pooling WaterDipped roof is either a structural weakness or damage to timber frame from termite activity. You should invest in a competent inspection. 50mm downpipesRe the gap, it is more than likely, if it is a syphonic system, that they made sure that the pipe has a vacuum break.
The house either has an expertly designed syphonic… Grey Water
Indeed it is.
No, the tank didn't smell, because the tank was conveniently empty when we completed our viewing!
But it was the REA who told us about the storage of the… HIA Contract review with lawyer (Sydney)Hello, building lawyer here. Much of what has been said above is spot on: the builder won't like departing from the standard terms of the HIA contract (but it doesn't hurt… Brick mortar not meeting codeWe are at lock up with our home and paid for a building inspection as we are concerned about the over all quality of our build. Among many things our brick motar exceeds… Bathroom waterstopThe waterstop at the unenclosed shower entrance is correct. The waterstop at the cavity slider just disappears under the door?? it should return back into the wet area… URBAN MYTHS .... ?
Now its Qantas ! They want to give me $100. All I have to do is sign in and give them my details. Amazing - all these people wanting to give me money. My Experience with Mackay and SonsHello Zina Marie.
Yes. They come across as honest but they are FAR from it. I almost go burnt but when I read the fine print .... and I have to say they were pushing me… Bes replied 5 January ago Hi everyone, pre-purchase inspection for a property in Perth identified an "unsecured tie-down rods" in a single storey house.?? Any idea about the costing to fix this… Understanding retaining wallsTalk to your local council/building certifier regarding certification requirements for retaining walls even if you are retaining small heights. Different councils may have… Hi, I purchased a home and did a reconfiguration by making the old kitchen in the cottage a bedroom and wanted to relocate the new kitchen outside on a concrete slab that… emmabJan 02, 2025 7:03 pm Remove telecom line when demolish houseYou’ll need to contact your telecom provider or NBN to properly disconnect the line. Cutting it yourself could cause issues or fines, as it’s not allowed. They’ll… Installation of plasterboard in garageIf it's a standard garage, a Level 3 finish is typically acceptable unless it's being converted into a living space, in which case higher standards (like Level 4 or 5)…
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