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Query with plans / power boxHi, a query I have with the power box location and what can be done? Thanks in advance for replying.
the fuse / power box for the house was not placed as per the plans.… simonsss started a topic 10 August 2019 ago Replace skirting boardsI'd normally use a multi tool to cut the quad (quarter round) at the height of the skirting so the skirting slides underneath.
Or you scribe the skirting around the quad… chippy replied 9 August 2019 ago door/ceiling
Wow thank you! I regularly keep an eye out around the internal and external perimeters of the house, as does the pest control people, but will now check thoroughly inside… johnf replied 9 August 2019 ago johnfAug 09, 2019 9:29 am Cutting a hole in a brick wallI think you are a bit too close to the top of the wall for such a wide opening.
If you just cut a hole in the wall that wide you may lose all the brickwork above it.
If… Hi all, is it best to pain skirting and door frames first? If I can't do this does it matter?
Also wondering how I should tackle the below, is some scraping and sanding… MojoAnybody built the Vibe23? Can’t decide on colours for Kitchen and Bathroom, would love to see photos of what you have done Sue1 started a topic 7 August 2019 ago Sue1Aug 07, 2019 11:37 pm Display home saleAlso, you will find that bans will have a lower LVR for display home lending.
volmix replied 7 August 2019 ago Render patchy
Thanks. You don't see all the brick lines once it is painted. Below street level house
That’s not at all what I was expecting. Anyway, nothing to worry about there, as long as they have installed sufficient drainage in the yard. Private Building inspectorHi everyone , we are thinking about having a private building inspector for our new build. Is it worth having one, and how much do they charge? Also, any recommendations… DaniB started a topic 4 August 2019 ago DaniBAug 04, 2019 6:32 pm FleurAug 03, 2019 4:12 pm What's my setback?If no planning permit is needed for the build, then it is basically up to the building surveyor to interpret the setback and issue the building permit.
So the first thing… ben888 replied 2 August 2019 ago Updating an intercomI am replacing a simple intercom in my house. I purchased the newer model, it looks like a telephone cord. Are there electrical… TomS started a topic 2 August 2019 ago TomSAug 02, 2019 10:38 am JokerAug 01, 2019 9:57 pm Heating/cooling ductHello everyone, what’s your opinion of having an aircon duct in small butler pantry with cooktop and the entryway of the house, please suggest? DaniB started a topic 31 July 2019 ago DaniBJul 31, 2019 1:44 pm Aquarevo LyndhurstBought a block of land in Ilika isle which will be titled early next year. we will be building Doulton 56sq by Metricon.... Surfmist windows and garageWe have just built using Surfmist for windows and the garage door and it looks “soft” white if that makes sense. Certainly not bright white but not cream either. We… Naming Builders online
Have been through this exact issue.
You should be fine to name the builder as long as you are truthful and give your honest opinion/experiences SejaeD replied 29 July 2019 ago JokerJul 29, 2019 10:16 am Glass Stairs MetriconNot during the build... no other contractors allowed to do work during the build period. And I doubt you would get an Occupancy Permit without balustrading on your… Soft board Ceiling InstallersI have a 1960's house that has softboard (canite) panels installed for the ceiling. I have had significant Possum damage and want to replace large section of… Noelk2 started a topic 24 July 2019 ago Reno expansion Joint on stairwellTo mask the joint I would apply Polyurethane to the V Joint. Also has 25+- movement so it won't crack or pull away. You will just have a concaved line as a feature which… Marek replied 18 July 2019 ago MarekJul 18, 2019 7:50 pm DHA pros and cons
From a rental income perspective, DHA can be a really good investment as you get regular income and I believe they do maintenance and everything for you. So hassle… SejaeD replied 17 July 2019 ago behind vinyl claddingI believe polyester can be used for things like insulation. But I'm not sure if that's the case in your house. Do you have pictures? Building at th back side of a streetThis kind of block provides you with great levels of privacy as well as luxury of having 2 backyards (to the other side of your building), which means you have much more… Engineering queryIt seems like a legal disclaimer over what is called "third party reliance". Basically the soil report is not their work but they have had to base their designs on it;… GaudiJul 14, 2019 5:32 pm Crack above sliding doorRaise all plaster cracks to builder at 90 day and then within 2 years of handover so they can be repaired and investigated if required.
Take lots of photos.
Read the… Gaudi replied 14 July 2019 ago GaudiJul 14, 2019 5:07 pm Ceiling cornices or not?
They both traditional serve a purpose. If you have an older home like my parents 100 plus years old the walls are stop short before the cornices and skirting boards which… Wood look tile plank lengthsI'm looking for advice choosing 1800mm or 1200mm length planks. What are the pros and cons of laying either one? Warping? Cutting? Hallways? Cost? chalky started a topic 13 July 2019 ago Burbank HomesHow would you like a Blinds fitted outside window frame? Fair enough if your fitting curtains if not, I wont look nice. My say is Just ask the owner/us what we want not… Building with B1 HomesI would advise anyone building a new home to have the wall painting done by the builder- that way it is covered by warranty if there are any problems. Builders don't pay…
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