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tonynot
tonynot
4 April 2011

Final Compliance Engineer Gold Coast cost as is cert

Final Compliance Engineer Gold Coast cost as is cert

Anyone know what a final As Constructed Certificate would cost and any Engineers that could do it, . Will it make a difference selling a house?. Thanks Tony

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tonynot
Apr 04, 2011 1:37 pm
Fiffaro
Fiffaro
4 April 2011

power boxes

power boxes

I second what legend80 says - even with three phase both the meter box and the circuit breaker box in the garage have plenty of room left in them.

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Fiffaro
Apr 04, 2011 7:01 am
TheBigEnviro
TheBigEnviro
31 March 2011

How to raise a timber post in carport with stirrup cemented?

How to raise a timber post in carport with stirrup cemented?

Many thanks for the reply bashworth. Looks like a good solution. Cheers.

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TheBigEnviro
Mar 31, 2011 6:56 pm
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
24 March 2011

Solar Electricty Panels & Inverters

Solar Electricty Panels & Inverters

So can someone recommend a company on the Gold Coast? and how long should have been around for to set your mind at ease? Do your own…

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Uncle Arfur
Mar 24, 2011 7:29 am
Victoria_g06
Victoria_g06
21 March 2011

disrespectful pigs

disrespectful pigs

we got hold of the investers for the house today and there asking the rental agents to evict him immediately so should be gone in a few…

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Victoria_g06
Mar 21, 2011 5:09 pm
Victoria_g06

Hi Ojay I like a well written letter of introduction. It should say more about you, who you are, why you are applying. CVs are just an impersonal list of historic…

Guest
Jan 01, 1970 10:00 am
themax
themax
20 March 2011

How does one establish that a house needs to be demolished

How does one establish that a house needs to be demolished

Perhaps you could consider booking a certified pest inspector to come and inspect the house? Surely his/her written report would be clear enough evidence and clarify the…

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themax
Mar 20, 2011 8:38 pm
themax
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bel
Mar 20, 2011 2:26 pm
bel
Kaytee
Kaytee
16 March 2011

Timber floating Floors

Timber floating Floors

We have them in our current home and have put them in our new one. We are about 3-4 weeks from moving in. We don't have small kids but do have 2 large ones (20's) who have…

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Kaytee
Mar 16, 2011 8:41 am
Kaytee
Michelle
Michelle
14 March 2011

Help with repainting

Help with repainting

Looks like flicker has protected photos…. If you try this link it will help you to get your photos on the page. I like to copy and past the photos into word so I can…

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Michelle
Mar 14, 2011 5:53 pm
Michelle
kiwi
kiwi
11 March 2011

Extend, raise, or both?

Extend, raise, or both?

dont know, but I would say it would be cheaper to just extend wouldnt it? you could dig out the bottom to make it a taller space for you and have a theater or something…

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kiwi
Mar 11, 2011 2:23 pm
kiwi
darrell81
darrell81
10 March 2011

i,m so over my builder

i,m so over my builder

i had a long chat on the phone to the superviser today and he assures me all will be fixed.he promises lockup any day now there just waiting for some villa board sheets to…

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darrell81
Mar 10, 2011 7:21 pm
SquirtyChookGirl
SquirtyChookGirl
9 March 2011

Arrrgh, I need kitchen colour help.

Arrrgh, I need kitchen colour help.

luvlee, when we were doing our extension, I Googled images of designs I wanted to look at for ideas for the bathrooms and kitchen and even fireplace surround. So, Google…

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SquirtyChookGirl
Mar 09, 2011 1:36 pm
tjilpi
tjilpi
7 March 2011

Getting approval for old renovations after purchasing a home

Getting approval for old renovations after purchasing a home

What plans do the council have? On the latest plans the council has, what is the room under the house shown as?

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tjilpi
Mar 07, 2011 8:15 am
Thalian72
Thalian72
5 March 2011

Vergola alternatives

Vergola alternatives

Vergola is not the only option for an opening/closing type of roof. We have looked into this type of roof for our outdoor area because it is north facing and we didn't…

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Thalian72
Mar 05, 2011 4:58 pm
bashworth
bashworth
26 February 2011

house position on block

house position on block

For the plan in your post I would go for North to be top of the plan and move the bed around the master bed room so that it was on the east wall with a window on the North…

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bashworth
Feb 26, 2011 12:59 pm
bashworth
millgrove
millgrove
22 February 2011

floorboard major intersection photo - opinions appreciated!

floorboard major intersection photo - opinions appreciated!

Anything that stops air ,bugs water. Matbe some Timber quad or similar. As long as it is not a trip hazard you can use almost anything

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millgrove
Feb 22, 2011 5:52 pm
DJVaughan
DJVaughan
20 February 2011

Tiling a feature wall

Tiling a feature wall

Hi We currently have a feature wall next to the swimming pool with a fountain in it. The wall has been rendered, however the wife would like to have the wall tiled with…

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DJVaughan
Feb 20, 2011 4:55 pm
Laine
Laine
16 February 2011

our plans. your input very welcome New Plan 09/02/11

our plans. your input very welcome New Plan 09/02/11
1, 2

Is there any chance the pergola can be extended to the end of the house? A little more space for outdoor living might make a difference.

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Laine
Feb 16, 2011 2:10 pm
lizziem
lizziem
14 February 2011

House Raising

House Raising

Thanks for the post chrisandkate. I'm just trying to draw the line between where the builder's "duty of care" ends and where the natural results of a raise begins?? If…

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lizziem
Feb 14, 2011 4:40 pm
ray.lisa350
ray.lisa350
3 February 2011

How do I work out the window measurements on my plan?

How do I work out the window measurements on my plan?

Hey!! Thanks a lot for this freat conversation. Thais is really beneficial for me.

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ray.lisa350
Feb 03, 2011 6:59 pm
timbo2002
timbo2002
2 February 2011

Brick Retaining wall costs

Brick Retaining wall costs

Thanks Mate, that gives me a good heads up. i was hoping closer to 5K but will be working on the 10 mark for my numbers.

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timbo2002
Feb 02, 2011 7:30 pm
darrell81
darrell81
1 February 2011

whos right me or the builder

whos right me or the builder

yep there in the contract document as 1 metre of over head cupboards.i,ll be ringing them in the morning.thanks

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darrell81
Feb 01, 2011 7:31 pm
timbo2002
timbo2002
1 February 2011

Modern Corner Block House

Modern Corner Block House

Thanks for the reply guys. Metricon are out of the budget. But i think we found a good option on the weekend. Really good for maximizing the back yard.

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timbo2002
Feb 01, 2011 6:09 pm
John Condon
John Condon
1 February 2011

Going down instead of raising

Going down instead of raising

Be very careful when going down - if you hit unexpected soils or rock it could cost a fortune in extra excavation fees and so on. I suggest getting a Geotechnical…

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John Condon
Feb 01, 2011 5:14 pm
cheerupcharlie
cheerupcharlie
1 February 2011

Need opinions/suggestions pls

Need opinions/suggestions pls
1, 2, 3

Just wanted to let you know I've put up the latest plan on my own thread now. I've changed a couple more things slightly. Sorry ERIN but I…

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cheerupcharlie
Feb 01, 2011 12:26 am
chrisandkate
chrisandkate
27 January 2011

room sizes

room sizes

Old house was main bedroom 3.0x3.2 Bed 2 = 3.0x3.0 bathroom = 2.1x1.8 ensuite = none kitchen = 3.0x3.5 laundry = 2.1x1.8 lounge = 5.0x4.5 Meals = 4.5x3.0 paved area of…

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chrisandkate
Jan 27, 2011 10:43 am
ledgend80
ledgend80
26 January 2011

portal shed used for a house

portal shed used for a house

thanks for that nathan but we are going to use a suspened floor as we are on a sloping block. so we should be able to get around the floor issue.

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ledgend80
Jan 26, 2011 3:19 pm
matt1990
matt1990
24 January 2011

Garage Extention

Garage Extention

Hi how you all going.. Just curious to find out how much it on average costs to build out a garage to make the existing garage a new room. out driveway is on a slope does…

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matt1990
Jan 24, 2011 5:46 pm
bashworth
bashworth
24 January 2011

concrete water tanks

concrete water tanks

Yes the water has been tested and it is fine to drink. The developer who has a house in the estate that the water is a bit hard and does stain…

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bashworth
Jan 24, 2011 3:45 pm
bashworth
TraceyB
TraceyB
22 January 2011

New here

New here

Hello my name is Tracey and my husband and I have just put a deposit on a removal home. We have chosen a Queenslander style house because it is what we both like and we…

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TraceyB
Jan 22, 2011 2:23 pm
free will
free will
29 January 2011

Distance required for pool

Distance required for pool
1, 2

The NSW regulation is here http://www.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/nsw/ ... pr2008283/ Basically, apart from a minor issue on separation from the house, it specifies the…

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free will
Jan 29, 2011 8:00 pm
E1109
E1109
20 January 2011

Water getting into the electrical conduit

Water getting into the electrical conduit

Best way to fix it-new trench, new conduit, new cable. You can try and suck the water out of the conduit but theres no real point unless you can find and fix the damage…

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E1109
Jan 20, 2011 6:13 pm
E1109
darrell81
darrell81
18 January 2011

show me your letterbox

show me your letterbox

thanks for the links.i,m thinking of a sail made out of merbau with a bunnings stainless insert and house number.ill post some pics when i make it

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darrell81
Jan 18, 2011 9:47 pm
simon88
simon88
18 January 2011

Good tile cleaners/resealers in Brisbane?

Good tile cleaners/resealers in Brisbane?

Thanks for the help RockStar

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simon88
Jan 18, 2011 4:18 pm
twolefthands
twolefthands
17 January 2011

Replacing box guttering

Replacing box guttering

Hi I am looking to replace my guttering. Property is a brick veneer approx 27 yeras old with standard box guttering. Have approx 90 - 100m. Does anyone no a ballpak…

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twolefthands
Jan 17, 2011 7:37 pm
simon88
simon88
9 January 2011

Skylight

Skylight

Hi a.b.rose. If you are looking for a brisbane company, Brisbane Skylights and Ventilation systems are good. ph 32061488

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simon88
Jan 09, 2011 9:36 pm
simon88
simon88
12 January 2011

Stain on 2-Pack kitchen cupboard door

Stain on 2-Pack kitchen cupboard door

I have satin 30% gloss two-pack and I was told thinners. I use it and it works the best. Not sure how it would work on full gloss though.

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simon88
Jan 11, 2011 11:03 pm
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Michelle
Jan 07, 2011 7:26 pm
Michelle
chippy
chippy
7 January 2011

colourbond roof screw colour

colourbond roof screw colour

Make sure they change the screws and don't just spray the heads. The paint and colorbond fade at different rates, so if they paint the screws it will look ok to start with…

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chippy
Jan 07, 2011 6:34 pm
chippy
Mozzie
Mozzie
31 December 2010

build to boundary guttering overhang's neighbours property

build to boundary guttering overhang's neighbours property

^^^ so when it over flows it drains onto your gutter? Totally illegal.

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Mozzie
Dec 31, 2010 6:31 pm
Mozzie
NAJ
NAJ
30 December 2010

What alternatives are there to gyprock walls and ceilings?

What alternatives are there to gyprock walls and ceilings?

Guys, Planning a new farm house and was wanting ideas for materials to use for internal walls instead of gyprock plasterboard. Any load bearing internal walls will be…

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NAJ
Dec 30, 2010 7:39 pm
darrell81
darrell81
27 December 2010

diy ducted vacuum

diy ducted vacuum

ok thanks for the replies

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darrell81
Dec 27, 2010 10:20 am
kmurf
kmurf
26 December 2010

Horse hair plaster - preparing for repainting.

Horse hair plaster - preparing for repainting.

Hi All This is my first forum post as I just bought a renovator for a growing family. We have horse hair plaster walls throughout our new place and need to repair…

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kmurf
Dec 26, 2010 8:07 pm
darrell81
darrell81
24 December 2010

HELP - aligning steel posts for a deck

HELP - aligning steel posts for a deck

personally i,d leave them slightly too long and cut them to height after concretes set.i used to site demountable buildings on steel posts and that was the easiest way i…

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darrell81
Dec 24, 2010 5:20 pm
NAJ
NAJ
18 December 2010

Eco Design House - Architect

Eco Design House - Architect

Guys, Looking for people to give me some recommendations of who I can work with to design an eco friendly, no frills, hard wearing, low maintenance farm house, self…

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NAJ
Dec 18, 2010 3:54 pm
JJ305
JJ305
12 December 2010

new guy on the block :P

new guy on the block :P
QLD

WELCOME!! :: :z:

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JJ305
Dec 12, 2010 7:48 pm
Clair Nunn
Clair Nunn
7 December 2010

Soil Test Done what does it mean???

Soil Test Done what does it mean???

great thanks for that

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Clair Nunn
Dec 07, 2010 12:16 pm
davidhj
davidhj
6 December 2010

Curved wall and floor joins

Curved wall and floor joins

Hi, Am I right in thinking that you are trying to create a coved feature at the wall and floor junction. Somewhat like a cornice except at floor level. If so I have some…

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davidhj
Dec 06, 2010 1:03 pm

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