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Asbestos?

Asbestos?

Damn. Know where I could find some?

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Asbestos_Eater007
Feb 08, 2024 3:40 am
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
7 February

Land registeration

Land registeration

why do you sound like a bot in all your posts?

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ponzutwo
Feb 07, 2024 1:31 pm

Property Boundaries in New Estates

Property Boundaries in New Estates

The setback from the kerb is 4m. It is council land to provide an area for services like sewer main, gas mains, water mains, underground power or poles for overhead power,…

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BuildingandLegal
Feb 06, 2024 4:54 pm
BuildingandLegal

Practical completion of house with a pool

Practical completion of house with a pool

Practical Completion is when the terms and requirements of the contract are met with only minor errors and omissions outstanding. If the builder included the build of the…

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20655
BuildingandLegal
Feb 05, 2024 7:04 pm
BuildingandLegal
TimCas
TimCas
4 February

Soil Test and Compliance

Soil Test and Compliance

Hi Building Expert, Thank you for the feedback, much appreciated, there is also a code of conduct for building surveyors which they need to follow as well. I am looking…

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3642
TimCas
Feb 04, 2024 6:52 pm
Sally174
Sally174
4 February

Pot filler tap over hob

Pot filler tap over hob

Hello I'm remodeling my kitchen and evaluating ideas. We are in the last stages of drawing and I am now considering putting a pot filler tap in above the hob. Has anyone…

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1367
Sally174
Feb 04, 2024 4:20 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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2199
obiwon
Feb 03, 2024 9:10 pm
obiwon
gommeqld
gommeqld
3 February

Flush Internal Doors

Flush Internal Doors

Okay, then the choice is really about the build quality of the door itself which means the brand name. Sorry I can't recommend one or the other so best to rely on comments…

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gommeqld
Feb 03, 2024 3:58 pm
Lenzie
Lenzie
31 January

Bosch dishwasher

Bosch dishwasher

I am installing a new Bosch SMU4HTS01A built under dushwasher. I have 2 questions. What is the function of the metal strip about 500mm long x 60mm wide the tell you to…

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Lenzie
Jan 31, 2024 1:54 pm
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
Sterie74
Sterie74
26 January

Caustic acid bleach on driveway

Caustic acid bleach on driveway

Hi. My son cleaned a oil spill with ' CRC oil fighter stain remover' on a coloured n sealed driveway. It has now left white bleaching stains that we can't get out. Any…

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Sterie74
Jan 26, 2024 12:53 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
Mofflepop
Mofflepop
24 January

HIA HOME CONTRACT

HIA HOME CONTRACT

Would love to know who your builder is?

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Mofflepop
Jan 24, 2024 2:16 pm
Mofflepop
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
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
chippy
chippy
22 January

What is this called?

What is this called?

It's a very unusual way of finishing a barge board. I'd say it was done by a handyman rather than a carpenter as there would normally be the barge and a scribe and no…

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chippy
Jan 22, 2024 12:37 pm
chippy
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
22 January

What are the plugs in the living room for?

What are the plugs in the living room for?

1 is free to air and the other 2 are for cable TV all of them completely useless in 2024 :)

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Ashington Homes
Jan 22, 2024 5:41 am
Ashington Homes
jimbo73
jimbo73
21 January

rust on house I Beams

rust on house I Beams
1, 2

THanks , l got a licensed building inspector to look at the rust, he said its just surface rust and it would take many years to become a problem because the beams are so…

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27999
jimbo73
Jan 21, 2024 3:58 pm
ACTRenovator
ACTRenovator
20 January

Ipad Construction Apps

Ipad Construction Apps

Hey I just purchased an apple ipad to use on site. If you are using an ipad on site, I was wondering what you all are using for construction related apps to make site…

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ACTRenovator
Jan 20, 2024 10:08 pm

I have a bad experience with Bondor. I had 2 packs delivered to my home & was not ready to use them. Left them in delivered packs. When I opened them, the straps had…

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geekaybee
Jan 19, 2024 1:20 am
Detour
Detour
18 January

What can I cover this with?

What can I cover this with?

Excellent, thanks for the tip ... not in Sydney, but I might give the Dy Mark a try, cheers

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Detour
Jan 18, 2024 10:14 pm
SamMac
SamMac
18 January

Tap in rain water tank?

Tap in rain water tank?

Can a plumber put a tap on a rain water tank which is full? Tank is similar to one in photo. Cheers.

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SamMac
Jan 18, 2024 9:03 pm
Sandii.c
Sandii.c
18 January

Terry road box hill

Terry road box hill

I brought terry road box hill in June 2022 House was meant to be completed Nov 2023 That did not happen I had to chase them so much to the land Registration and…

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Sandii.c
Jan 18, 2024 7:50 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

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

Just wondering if this is hardwired or can I remove it myself?

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Detour
Jan 18, 2024 1:25 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
jas25t
jas25t
18 January

Scaffolding extending over my property

Scaffolding extending over my property

Ask for some kickplate to be added and also for tradies to be requested to use lanyards on tools on that side of the building. Be respectful and have the discussion…

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jas25t
Jan 18, 2024 7:21 am
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
Venn Diagram
Venn Diagram
17 January

Ethernet ports for my new home aren’t working

Ethernet ports for my new home aren’t working

Okay sorry silly me, my wife has solves the mystery for me. It’s because the labels on the ports are all wrongly positioned by the builder hence it confuses me.

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Venn Diagram
Jan 17, 2024 10:34 pm
chippy
chippy
17 January

Storm water extension?

Storm water extension?

If you need to be able to access these then you may need to dig them out and cut them so you can add a socket and a riser to the required height. We normally add a…

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chippy
Jan 17, 2024 9:03 am
chippy
chippy
chippy
17 January

Concreting over concrete?

Concreting over concrete?

Just get as close as you can without hitting the posts. Once you are close to the edge of the path the chance of cracking is minimised.

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chippy
Jan 17, 2024 8:18 am
chippy

Hi there I have a Panasonic ducted air con system.…

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webstrats
Jan 16, 2024 12:49 pm
webstrats
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
noviice
noviice
15 January

Project builder - value for money

Project builder - value for money

As a tradesmen get a private inspector although I don't think there worth it in their profession themselves the reminder they serve to the tradesmen doing the work is…

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noviice
Jan 15, 2024 5:40 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
15 January

Finding materials in stormwater drain

Finding materials in stormwater drain

in the stormwater pit or the drain? Those dont look like theyd fit in the drain. Separately, the pits do get stuff in them during the course of the build. For the most…

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ponzutwo
Jan 15, 2024 9:38 am
Pulse
Pulse
13 January

Boundary wall and Waterproofing

Boundary wall and Waterproofing

just talk to them, tell them it is unsightly and ask them for a solution. Any reasonable person would render it for you or do something similar. If they give you trouble…

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Pulse
Jan 13, 2024 10:13 pm
building-expert
building-expert
13 January

Damp Internal Wall

Damp Internal Wall

You can use hairdryer

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

Ceiling collapse

Ceiling collapse

Ceiling collapse is most likely from roof water leaks.

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building-expert
Jan 13, 2024 11:12 am
building-expert
ECOECO
ECOECO
12 January

Gaps in window jabs

Gaps in window jabs

Sorry I missed this, simply put this is a pathetic job, and as it stands it is non-compliant... I think the worst part is not in the quality of the workmanship so much…

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ECOECO
Jan 12, 2024 5:33 pm
ECOECO

if the original house is in good condition most of what you listed could be added in stages without the need for KDR and costs and disruption of having to live elsewhere…

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oklouise
Jan 10, 2024 11:27 pm
jimbo73
jimbo73
8 January

How should l remove rust from steel i beams

How should l remove rust from steel i beams

if l cannot get a sandblaster would a sander with sandpaper be better then a wire brush

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jimbo73
Jan 08, 2024 5:47 pm
chippy
chippy
7 January

What tree is this?

What tree is this?

Fellow Perth dweller. Looks like pruns nigra. It's a dark leaf flowering plum. Doesn't get massive and is easily trimmed deciduous tree. Very popular in small gardens in Perth

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chippy
Jan 07, 2024 5:23 pm
chippy
Edin
Edin
7 January

Relevel Portico

Relevel Portico

Does anybody who I can contact to adjust the portico on the ground to relevel the portico and roof?

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Edin
Jan 07, 2024 11:16 am
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Tine
Jan 07, 2024 8:29 am
jeniferden
jeniferden
6 January

Dealing with stress and anxiety in regards to your house aft

Dealing with stress and anxiety in regards to your house aft

I'm really sorry to hear about all the challenges you've faced, especially during such a significant time like the handover of…

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jeniferden
Jan 06, 2024 9:12 am

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