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Amalfi_536
Amalfi_536
12 October 2014

Can I ask my builder to move my front water tap?

Can I ask my builder to move my front water tap?

It's easy to do your self if your handy. We did ours in our first house and will be doing it again in our new one. You need to dig and follow the street side of the meter.…

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Amalfi_536
Oct 12, 2014 11:07 pm
Amalfi_536
Mahalia27
Mahalia27
12 October 2014

First Time home builders

First Time home builders

Yes, we have a block in Stage 3 at Mawson Green mercury670 :) I've started a Mawson Green community thread here - viewtopic.php?f=31&t=73494&hilit=mawson+green Come and…

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Mahalia27
Oct 12, 2014 1:30 pm
chippy
chippy
12 October 2014

anyone know where I can get threaded pipe

anyone know where I can get threaded pipe

You could try a place that does fire sprinklers. I'm pretty sure they use 3/4 pipe and they are set up to run the threads. They may have lengths laying around. You only…

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chippy
Oct 12, 2014 12:10 pm
chippy
back96lived
back96lived
12 October 2014

Large floor plan display homes - Perth

Large floor plan display homes - Perth

We are looking to build a large single floor home on a farm east of Perth – we have plans drawn. Floor area (living) is about 390sqm. Was wondering if anyone knew of any…

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back96lived
Oct 12, 2014 11:32 am
tlblhayward
tlblhayward
12 October 2014

Feature your room on my blog!

Feature your room on my blog!

What you could do it highlight high-quality blogs (or blog posts) that you have come across. They might be about rooms, design features or an important piece of…

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tlblhayward
Oct 12, 2014 10:15 am
tlblhayward
Stewie D
Stewie D
11 October 2014

Is the electrical plan included in the designer's cost

Is the electrical plan included in the designer's cost

What did the duck say to the chicken as he was about to cross the road? Don't do it mate. You'll never hear the end of it. I like that…

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Stewie D
Oct 11, 2014 6:20 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
11 October 2014

Is 8 Months to build a garage and driveway reasonable ?

Is 8 Months to build a garage and driveway reasonable ?

With approvals etc etc - then certifying - I'd think 3-4 months max would be tops - from saying yes to parking car. Maybe sooner.

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Saint Mike
Oct 11, 2014 4:42 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
11 October 2014

Neighbour's garage built on the boundary

Neighbour's garage built on the boundary

A problem with having the fence there - as well - would be termite checking. We need to check the walls of the house (and garage). So a return at the back of the…

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Saint Mike
Oct 11, 2014 4:37 pm
Saint Mike
dgriffen
dgriffen
11 October 2014

Subdivision investigation Adelaide

Subdivision investigation Adelaide

By now you probably would be well & truly into it if you haven't finished it by now. However, the best way to do this is to look at trying to keep the original house. How…

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dgriffen
Oct 11, 2014 2:13 pm
benogtr
benogtr
10 October 2014

soil teste at Warralily Coast

soil teste at Warralily Coast

In theory it should rule out you using a waffle slab if your house is brick veneer. There is no off the shelf waffle slab design for H2 and H2-D. Matt

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benogtr
Oct 10, 2014 10:18 pm
SeanEit
SeanEit
10 October 2014

Eden Brae has fenced off our block of land completely! why??

Eden Brae has fenced off our block of land completely! why??

Call them back and tell them if they don't move it you'll have whatever is on your land carted away and will send them the bill! Actually, don't…

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SeanEit
Oct 10, 2014 2:12 pm
dgriffen
dgriffen
10 October 2014

Another fencing question

Another fencing question

I thin you will find that the cost will already be included in the land. Still best to ask, but I would imagine the land agent will just say it is included when in fact…

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dgriffen
Oct 10, 2014 12:26 pm
hitman
hitman
10 October 2014

Is my slab too far out of the ground?

Is my slab too far out of the ground?

Thanks mate, it's all sorted now and frame is complete. It looked huge until frame went up then it felt a little smaller. Roof goes on today

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hitman
Oct 10, 2014 12:16 pm
hitman
dgriffen
dgriffen
10 October 2014

Water Meter to be shifted

Water Meter to be shifted

Generally, this should have been picked up prior to construction as the water meter would have been clearly shown on the siteworks and drainage plan as supplied by the…

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dgriffen
Oct 10, 2014 12:07 pm
dgriffen
dgriffen
10 October 2014

Does anyone have a roof pitch higher than 30 degrees?

Does anyone have a roof pitch higher than 30 degrees?

Just beware that the current timber framing code only goes up to 34 degrees, after which it has to be engineered, so there will be quite a cost difference. Generally the 2…

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dgriffen
Oct 10, 2014 12:01 pm
kats_meow
kats_meow
10 October 2014

Hiring the building surveyor/engineer instead of the Builder

Hiring the building surveyor/engineer instead of the Builder

Thanks, Dalemengel. I would always recommend that people have a building inspector to check the work. However, this means that clients are paying for a building surveyor…

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kats_meow
Oct 10, 2014 11:55 am
dgriffen
dgriffen
10 October 2014

House plan with 2 minor bedrooms at front?

House plan with 2 minor bedrooms at front?

Depending on the size of the block, you may find that a workers cottage style floor plan is the way to go. They tended to have two minor rooms at the front of the building…

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dgriffen
Oct 10, 2014 11:46 am
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
10 October 2014

built in book shelves and desks

built in book shelves and desks
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Another reason for not installing is the product used is usually veneer board and when the veneer get worn there is no fixing it up.

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Berstan Homes
Oct 10, 2014 10:52 am
Berstan Homes
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
10 October 2014

Structural problem or normal movement?

Structural problem or normal movement?

Hi Hoffy Get as much info as you can…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 10, 2014 10:03 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Stewie D
Stewie D
10 October 2014

Is HEAVY bookshelves on timber upper floor a problem?

Is HEAVY bookshelves on timber upper floor a problem?

Engineers and designers would have that room rated as a single or double bedroom - with the floor joists worked out for dead load and live load with a safety factor built…

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Stewie D
Oct 10, 2014 9:25 am
lozza99
lozza99
9 October 2014

Termite protection for new build

Termite protection for new build
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Hello, I suggest for everyone termite protection most important for wood you can use a spray for the best quality & recommend my company these company to make with sell…

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lozza99
Oct 09, 2014 8:12 pm
sparky_JsP
sparky_JsP
9 October 2014

How to start a subcontractor company?

How to start a subcontractor company?

Hi Register a business name: http://www.asic.gov.au/bn-apply Apply for a ABN & GST: http://www.business.gov.au/registration ... r-abn.aspx Basically your Good to go

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sparky_JsP
Oct 09, 2014 2:07 pm
sparky_JsP
ant14
ant14
9 October 2014

Mortar in cavity wall

Mortar in cavity wall

There are many methods which bricklayers can adopt to prevent big chunks of mortar from collecting behind the brick walls. Just google and you will see that it is not…

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ant14
Oct 09, 2014 1:49 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
9 October 2014

How to learn/design Structured Cabling System?

How to learn/design Structured Cabling System?

What sort of cabling system electrical, data etc ?There is software that designs, engineers, 3D Models, does simulations and does realistic photo presentations Try…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 09, 2014 10:21 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Rogue1
Rogue1
9 October 2014

Where to start, knock down units to build terraces

Where to start, knock down units to build terraces

Thanks Stewie D, mate that was just what i was looking for, thanks for taking your time to reply much appreciated, i'll keep you up to date with the progress as we go Cheers

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Rogue1
Oct 09, 2014 8:35 am
sparky_JsP
sparky_JsP
9 October 2014

Builder requirement to provide light batten?

Builder requirement to provide light batten?

Hi, Just realised when this was posted, tad late I think! you have probably already had elec work done! Sorry

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sparky_JsP
Oct 09, 2014 5:36 am
sparky_JsP
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
8 October 2014

What to paint treated pine barge boards with??

What to paint treated pine barge boards with??

I used a normal clear oil on my treated pine retaining wall and steps - it really made it look good. So many people…

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Saint Mike
Oct 08, 2014 12:37 pm
Saint Mike
Beazley77
Beazley77
7 October 2014

Provisional sum question

Provisional sum question

I'd query it if you want to know more, but PS's are always a best estimate at the time. They are not a fixed price and therefore price can swing both lower or higher.

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Beazley77
Oct 07, 2014 6:27 pm
Beazley77
nrh157
nrh157
7 October 2014

Unsure how to get this stain out of tiles

Unsure how to get this stain out of tiles

DW had a chat to a tile co, they suggested vinegar. Although DW has now found MY liquid solvo hand cleaner works wonders on…

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nrh157
Oct 07, 2014 3:27 pm
nrh157
Stewie D
Stewie D
7 October 2014

Questions on Designers Invoice

Questions on Designers Invoice

Yep, I'd be questioning it as well. I think they have a bit of nerve for charging this to you. Stewie

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Stewie D
Oct 07, 2014 11:47 am
Beazley77
Beazley77
7 October 2014

Paint coats - how can you tell?

Paint coats - how can you tell?

I'm wondering the same thing (for future). The AS painting standard seems to only require two coast on new substrates (one of which can be the undercoat) so i'm wondering…

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Beazley77
Oct 07, 2014 11:29 am
Beazley77
ssci1
ssci1
6 October 2014

cracked roof tiles 4 months after handover

cracked roof tiles 4 months after handover

Ask the builder if a roof inspection was completed by the supplier prior to handover. I used to order these and identified to us straight away if they witnessed any damage…

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ssci1
Oct 06, 2014 11:03 pm
ssci1
insider
insider
5 October 2014

Impermeable layer around house - Decking?

Impermeable layer around house - Decking?

Hi All, In my building contract it states i need to provide a 1000mm impermeable (concrete) layer around the slab of the house to prevent…

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insider
Oct 05, 2014 7:56 am
insider
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
4 October 2014

Solar Hot water or water tank

Solar Hot water or water tank

Very unusual. Most people get ripped big time on new home rainwater…

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SaveH2O
Oct 04, 2014 8:21 pm
SaveH2O
Handy007
Handy007
3 October 2014

Buying a sloping block Advice and Help

Buying a sloping block Advice and Help

Don't be afraid to spend extra money on good drainage and footings. This is so important IMO.....

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Handy007
Oct 04, 2014 12:21 am
qebtel
qebtel
3 October 2014

Builder Planning Question

Builder Planning Question

I don't see why people just forget the building permit and get some cowboy builder to do the works for them? to work it out planning is around…

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qebtel
Oct 03, 2014 10:46 pm
d@n
d@n
3 October 2014

Exterior colour scheme help

Exterior colour scheme help

Get in touch with michelle or post some pic's here to get the discussion going.

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d@n
Oct 03, 2014 8:54 pm
Burnsfirsttime
Burnsfirsttime
3 October 2014

Illegal Rubbish dumping :-(

Illegal Rubbish dumping :-(

We've had someone dump their old toilet, tiles, etc (obviously doing a bathroom reno) on our block. I am so annoyed about it all. We are currently building so in effect…

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Burnsfirsttime
Oct 03, 2014 2:19 pm
Burnsfirsttime
radiuz
radiuz
3 October 2014

What discount do the trades usually get on supplies

What discount do the trades usually get on supplies

If I was you I would be putting on my tradie clothes and work boots and walking in to suppliers and asking for trade price usually 5 - 10% at a minimum. Tell them you are…

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radiuz
Oct 03, 2014 1:46 pm
palmtree1
palmtree1
3 October 2014

Exterior colour scheme help!!

Exterior colour scheme help!!

Thank you for your comment housebythewater - will check link out immediately :-)

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palmtree1
Oct 03, 2014 12:20 pm
kats_meow
kats_meow
3 October 2014

Selecting a Home Builder?

Selecting a Home Builder?

Being able to find feedback from previous clients is very important. Being able to see their work is to. I would never take on a builder without personal recommendation.…

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kats_meow
Oct 03, 2014 9:55 am
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
2 October 2014

timber wall vs. brick

timber wall vs. brick

Both have good and bad points. Bricks in a double wall construction are more expensive than a brick veneer build. Timber only wall construction requires a lot more…

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Berstan Homes
Oct 02, 2014 2:31 pm
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
2 October 2014

Steel vs timber

Steel vs timber

Many friends of mine have built with steel and they all complain about the creaking in the home from the steel expanding and contracting. Timber would definitely me my…

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Berstan Homes
Oct 02, 2014 2:20 pm
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
2 October 2014

Custom Build, best way to go about this

Custom Build, best way to go about this

Custom building is a definite a way of achieving exactly what you require in your home design. Most of the larger building companies have a one plan suits all attitude and…

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Berstan Homes
Oct 02, 2014 2:19 pm
Berstan Homes
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
30 September 2014

Steel frame protecting from salty air

Steel frame protecting from salty air

+1 Hot Dipped Galv and later painted. IMO, It would be a shame not to do it justice

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 01, 2014 12:13 am
StructuralBIMGuy
notsofast
notsofast
30 September 2014

First Home Buyers Direct

First Home Buyers Direct

Hi Is anyone else on this forum building or built with First Home Buyers Direct in Perth. Just interested to know how your build went or is going with them. We are…

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notsofast
Sep 30, 2014 10:30 pm
excitednewhomeowner
excitednewhomeowner
30 September 2014

Lattice on fence

Lattice on fence

Thanks for replying back Bluesuede. Have sent an email off to the council for clarification.

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excitednewhomeowner
Sep 30, 2014 1:44 pm
Lancebishop
Lancebishop
30 September 2014

Noisy neighbours alfresco extension built right 2 fence line

Noisy neighbours alfresco extension built right 2 fence line
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You can try using made of sound-absorbing material to significantly reduce the noise coming from the outside. It can be assembled really fast, all you need to do is…

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Lancebishop
Sep 30, 2014 3:51 am
building-expert
building-expert
29 September 2014

Site supervisors

Site supervisors

It can be a difficult situation. For example, you are renting and builder gives you handover date and you terminate your rental and organise removalists only to find out…

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building-expert
Sep 29, 2014 6:14 pm
building-expert

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