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Dinner
Dinner
15 November 2020

Signed Contract! Progress Payments Schedule! Help!

Signed Contract! Progress Payments Schedule! Help!

Hello, Any advice on this would be greatly…

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Dinner
Nov 15, 2020 11:14 am
Cazash
Cazash
14 November 2020

Toilet Sucking Air/water

Toilet Sucking Air/water

Thanks for your replies. I will post a resolution when I finally get one

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Cazash
Nov 14, 2020 11:09 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
14 November 2020

Purchasing home, only problem is mold in the house.

Purchasing home, only problem is mold in the house.

You need to find the source of moisture (condensation, water leakage, pure ventilation). Then you just spray any cleaning product and wipe it. Maybe you'll need to paint it over.

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Stewie D
Nov 14, 2020 7:00 pm
Althom
Althom
14 November 2020

Provisional Sums - Refund & Extra Charge

Provisional Sums - Refund & Extra Charge

Whatever maximises the builder's profit.

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Althom
Nov 14, 2020 10:57 am
Althom
Cris
Cris
14 November 2020

Mirvac Gledswood hills .. unregistered block of land

Mirvac Gledswood hills .. unregistered block of land

I have an update from Mirvac via email that it is with land registration and to make sure all finance are ready .. we have signed with the bank already I was just…

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Cris
Nov 14, 2020 8:25 am
Ap2007
Ap2007
13 November 2020

High Tention Power Lines

High Tention Power Lines

Hi All, Just need some help to understand banks land valuation process. Land i have opt for is approximately 150 meters away from high tension power lines. One of bank i…

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Ap2007
Nov 13, 2020 3:04 pm
Bobjane
Bobjane
13 November 2020

What stage are Pilings Installed?

What stage are Pilings Installed?

Oh thanks for the reply. I remember asking my inspector at the slab inspection pre-pour about the piling and he said it’s installed later. So either he didn’t know…

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Bobjane
Nov 13, 2020 12:01 pm
building-expert
building-expert
11 November 2020

Cornice on load bearing wall cracked every 600mm or so.

Cornice on load bearing wall cracked every 600mm or so.

Yes most likely but if one side of the house has subsided it will have same effect.

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building-expert
Nov 11, 2020 6:40 pm
building-expert
alexp79
alexp79
11 November 2020

Cladding or Render?

Cladding or Render?

Yes, you can go with 2.7 too, although the added savings are not very significant so should be rather analysed from cost vs value perspective. My criteria for walls are…

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alexp79
Nov 11, 2020 1:20 pm
KameGame
KameGame
10 November 2020

occupancy certificate

occupancy certificate

Ideally, it should not. Check with your building surveyor, they issue the OC so should be able to clarify. You may also refer to you build permit if there is any note on it.

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KameGame
Nov 10, 2020 2:14 pm
Darbecca Inspections
Darbecca Inspections
9 November 2020

McMaster Designer Homes Ballarat

McMaster Designer Homes Ballarat

Dear All, Check all special conditions on McMaster Designer Homes before you engage with them. Ask for a standard contract before you hand any money over. The Special…

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Darbecca Inspections
Nov 09, 2020 11:22 am
NRC
NRC
9 November 2020

Babylon Roof Colour

Babylon Roof Colour

Hi, has anyone used Babylon for the roof? Do you have photos? I originally wanted Barramundi but the colour consultant thought the photo I showed her was Babylon with…

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NRC
Nov 09, 2020 9:36 am
Becray
Becray
9 November 2020

QLD Blackbutt Bricks and Dune Nayade Mosaic Tiles

QLD Blackbutt Bricks and Dune Nayade Mosaic Tiles

QLD Blackbutt Bricks and Nayade Mosaic Tiles Does anyone have photos if they have built using blackbutt bricks with night sky roof and roller door? Also has anyone done a…

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Becray
Nov 09, 2020 8:06 am
SejaeD
SejaeD
8 November 2020

Fairmont homes NSW built 2015 very poorly

Fairmont homes NSW built 2015 very poorly

Hi Val G Good luck with your build. Can I make a suggestion about picking the right builder. Make sure you get to actually speak to some of their past clients. Most…

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SejaeD
Nov 08, 2020 1:50 pm
SejaeD
9dreamer9
9dreamer9
8 November 2020

Stone bench top

Stone bench top

We were told we could have the join behind the sink. They changed that to a spot where its really noticeable, because they realised the sink was undermount. They didn't…

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9dreamer9
Nov 08, 2020 7:16 am

­­­­­­Hi A couple of things to think about: Whether there is a recognised easement or not, there will still be restrictions/guidelines on what can be built near…

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worldofmud
Nov 08, 2020 12:18 am
tourier
tourier
7 November 2020

Stormwater connection

Stormwater connection

Bate block. No stormwater connection. Need connection to build. However, do I need to put in a development application for a dwelling in order to connect to council…

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tourier
Nov 07, 2020 4:58 am

Hi guys, My girlfriend and I recently moved to new rental apartment. It’s a rather strange apartment that has an enclosed balcony that has windows and a ceiling instead…

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KevinTJH
Nov 05, 2020 2:11 pm
Werribeehouse
Werribeehouse
5 November 2020

Santorini 29 - Neo Facade

Santorini 29 - Neo Facade

Hi, I am planning to build a house with Metricon Santorini-29 and have Neo Facade (16 m wide). Below are my queries: - Is Neo facade a good option in reasonable price -…

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Werribeehouse
Nov 05, 2020 10:13 am
Ral21
Ral21
4 November 2020

TV Room Sliding Door installation after handover

TV Room Sliding Door installation after handover

Option 1 is better but would be too much trouble for us I guess. so we will ask builder to do it. Thanks for your help!

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Ral21
Nov 04, 2020 11:47 pm
theshack
theshack
4 November 2020

anybody used underdeck

anybody used underdeck

I'm looking to waterproof underneath my proposed deck / balcony. Has anybody used http://www.underdeck.com.au/ Is there anything else similar in the market. How else can…

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theshack
Nov 04, 2020 8:15 pm
Bimbob
Bimbob
4 November 2020

Paint advice please

Paint advice please

Lexicon quarter strength (Dulux color) is a very neutral crisp white similar to ceiling white. Silver kitty gray half strength…

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Bimbob
Nov 04, 2020 8:09 pm
aussieta
aussieta
4 November 2020

Product changes

Product changes

we were stooged on our build contract says xyz doors etc, which were not what was on display home when we complained they said "your contract specifies xyz doors not the…

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aussieta
Nov 04, 2020 1:03 pm
aussieta
SejaeD
SejaeD
3 November 2020

Door knob stuck to door - advice please :)

Door knob stuck to door - advice please :)

well done :) awesome that you are putting new handles on you are the real winner on melb cup day!

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SejaeD
Nov 03, 2020 5:31 pm
SejaeD
DanC
DanC
3 November 2020

Clarendon Oceanside 36 changes

Clarendon Oceanside 36 changes

How did you go with this? We made a lot of changes to our Madison City design and now have a dedicated ensuite to all 4 bedrooms.

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DanC
Nov 03, 2020 12:05 pm
Tijiflox
Tijiflox
2 November 2020

New Build Double storey (Energy efficient/passive design) -

New Build Double storey (Energy efficient/passive design) -

No additional cost expect if this change your external wall structure.

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Tijiflox
Nov 02, 2020 12:21 pm
kaushal.adviser
kaushal.adviser
2 November 2020

Akuna Vista - Any one selling unregisterred land ?

Akuna Vista - Any one selling unregisterred land ?

Hi Everyone, Please let me know anyone selling unregistered land currently at Akuna Vista…

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kaushal.adviser
Nov 02, 2020 10:16 am
kaushal.adviser
kaushal.adviser
2 November 2020

Akuna Vista Land Valuation

Akuna Vista Land Valuation
1, 2, 3

Hi Everyone, Any one selling land in Akuna Vista. One of my friend is looking to buy within this month.

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kaushal.adviser
Nov 02, 2020 10:14 am
Bimbob
Bimbob
1 November 2020

Help with electrical work with builder vs post handover

Help with electrical work with builder vs post handover

Hey Shi. The best and cost effective method to make allowances for after handover electrical work is to run conduits to and from the switch to the lights in restricted…

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Bimbob
Nov 01, 2020 11:16 pm
Jungle209
Jungle209
30 October 2020

3 month defect

3 month defect

Yep I think you're right. I think I'm in for a bit of a battle. Cheers

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Jungle209
Oct 30, 2020 4:02 pm
Faithy
Faithy
29 October 2020

insurance

insurance

Thank you for your reply I will apply and see how I go. thank you again Faith

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Faithy
Oct 29, 2020 2:59 pm
Revinator
Revinator
29 October 2020

Building in The Hills of Carmel

Building in The Hills of Carmel

You have to tell people who your land developer is first. Lend Lease? Mirvac?

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Revinator
Oct 29, 2020 1:26 pm
Revinator
SejaeD
SejaeD
29 October 2020

Does a standard HIA Building contract require legal advice ?

Does a standard HIA Building contract require legal advice ?

As background the HIA contract is heavily weighted in favour of the builder. My understanding is that it has been developed by the association that represents builders…

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SejaeD
Oct 29, 2020 10:23 am
SejaeD
steffndaz
steffndaz
28 October 2020

Barrington Homes

Barrington Homes

Ps bring on build No 2. 😉

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steffndaz
Oct 28, 2020 5:24 pm
kzrpro
kzrpro
27 October 2020

Approximate site cost in box hill nsw?

Approximate site cost in box hill nsw?

Hello, this will be depend on your contour and soil test Do you have information for it ?

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kzrpro
Oct 27, 2020 9:26 am
Fore20
Fore20
26 October 2020

termite inspection how often

termite inspection how often

every year should be done

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Fore20
Oct 26, 2020 12:29 pm
Fore20
Althom
Althom
26 October 2020

Bludging toliet doorframe beside the bath

Bludging toliet doorframe beside the bath

That timber is as rotten as. I'd say there's a leak somewhere.

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Althom
Oct 26, 2020 9:41 am
Althom
DDUN
DDUN
25 October 2020

Replace wooden load bearing post with a galvanic post?

Replace wooden load bearing post with a galvanic post?

Hey guys. I have an ugly wooden post in the corner of my alfresco that is holding up a whole room on the second floor. I wanted to cover it with brick so it matches the…

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DDUN
Oct 25, 2020 6:37 pm
Brett0004
Brett0004
25 October 2020

Walk In Shower Width

Walk In Shower Width

Our new build has 2 walk in showers, we pulled the openings back from original 1000mm to one is 750mm and the other is 790mm and they are fine.

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Brett0004
Oct 25, 2020 11:56 am
tourier
tourier
24 October 2020

Council quotes

Council quotes

When getting quotes from a council to connect to services, are they meant to provide a transparent itemised quote? Is there a regulatory body that can give advice on…

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tourier
Oct 24, 2020 6:46 am
tourier
tourier
23 October 2020

Quotes

Quotes

It was for connection to essential services on empty block that developer failed to connect to. Was ticked off as ok and colleague bought block. Now colleague was told by…

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tourier
Oct 23, 2020 2:43 pm
Althom
Althom
23 October 2020

Fencing disagreement

Fencing disagreement

If you were to agree to his rather ridiculous proposal he'd have to access your side of the fence so he'd need insurance against possible damage to your property. He'd…

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Althom
Oct 23, 2020 10:12 am
Althom
Harshitha.hn
Harshitha.hn
22 October 2020

Alfresco door height

Alfresco door height

Hi All, We are in the process of building a new house. We have gone for 2.4 height Alfresco doors. Does getting recessed reduce the height of the doors? we want all the…

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Harshitha.hn
Oct 22, 2020 11:09 pm
Muhammad
Muhammad
22 October 2020

Caulking around a corner freestanding bath

Caulking around a corner freestanding bath

My guess is that they caulked the top edges to prevent water dripped down those sides as they're probably harder to clean, given the positioning. If your bathtub is…

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Muhammad
Oct 22, 2020 8:16 pm
Mitchell1984
Mitchell1984
21 October 2020

Buffalo Lawn dying!

Buffalo Lawn dying!

I’ve thatched mine back . Did I go too far? Help!

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Mitchell1984
Oct 21, 2020 6:23 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
21 October 2020

Tiger Snake in a Gutter

Tiger Snake in a Gutter

Yes, usually wearing a suit with a real estate sign out the front or when there is a dispute with a client because they didn't read the contract or plans and they turn up…

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Stewie D
Oct 21, 2020 7:16 am
Mitchell1984
Mitchell1984
20 October 2020

Buffalo lawn

Buffalo lawn

Thanks! I’ll have a look but surviving to find the exact ones or pics that looks like my struggling lawn and also some tips around fertiliser and also dethatching which…

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Mitchell1984
Oct 20, 2020 10:56 am
SejaeD
SejaeD
19 October 2020

Rake ceiling costs

Rake ceiling costs

yep would be roughly the same unless you want to expose your beams

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SejaeD
Oct 19, 2020 7:33 pm
SejaeD
Stewie D
Stewie D
19 October 2020

Dividing fence

Dividing fence

Is there a question in there somewhere??????? Stewie

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Stewie D
Oct 19, 2020 2:54 pm
Fore20
Fore20
19 October 2020

Barrington Homes

Barrington Homes

LMAO!!

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Fore20
Oct 19, 2020 12:49 pm
Fore20

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