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Noname
Noname
9 July 2022

are electromagnetic fields a problem in my case?

are electromagnetic fields a problem in my case?

Most people sleep with their phone less than 10cm away from their heads, on their bedside table these days. Then carry it around near their gonads in their pockets all…

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Noname
Jul 10, 2022 12:20 am
cbloom70
cbloom70
28 June 2022

I'm after Beaumont Alto Mocha Honed tiles

I'm after Beaumont Alto Mocha Honed tiles

We have a small patch job requiring Beaumont Alto Mocha honed 297 x 297 tiles. We only need 2 but they are discontinued. Does anyone have spares they are willing to sell?…

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cbloom70
Jun 28, 2022 3:07 pm
patrik
patrik
26 June 2022

Dune and Evening Haze Color - Front Façade Render

Dune and Evening Haze Color - Front Façade Render

I have a feeling the basic Colorbond colour palette has specifically been chosen, so a lay person can easily mix and match with little risk of ending up with a horrendous…

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patrik
Jun 26, 2022 2:28 pm
Naomi Cursaro
Naomi Cursaro
24 June 2022

Help to identify Color in render

Help to identify Color in render

My guess would be its Colorbond Dune coloured render. Its a pretty popular render colour. But if this is a house near you or anything, you could grab a colorbond swatch…

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Naomi Cursaro
Jun 24, 2022 11:52 pm
RAMZ
RAMZ
20 June 2022

Rawson Home's subdivision process

Rawson Home's subdivision process

What happened? Did you get it resolved? I am going through the exact same thing! Looks like this dirty builder is a repeat offender of dirty tactics

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RAMZ
Jun 21, 2022 12:31 am
vishkarthik
vishkarthik
5 June 2022

Duplex subdivision

Duplex subdivision

Hi, we have signed with Rawson builders in 2020 for duplex & the process still in paper stage. DA approval from George’s River council came in Nov 21. Council says…

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vishkarthik
Jun 05, 2022 10:26 am
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Homebuild1
Jun 02, 2022 1:21 pm
PhanT
PhanT
25 May 2022

Acoustic Report requirement - new NSW Residential Build

Acoustic Report requirement - new NSW Residential Build

Hi if you can guide me which panel i should buy. I have seen a list of acoustic panels on this site www.hubpagespro.com but i am confused. I need help. Please guide if you…

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PhanT
May 25, 2022 3:29 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
17 May 2022

Private certifier, variations?

Private certifier, variations?

if its an internal change then you just do it. Council only care about external changes

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Ashington Homes
May 17, 2022 7:22 pm
Ashington Homes
Glenn S
Glenn S
17 May 2022

Exterior ceiling options?

Exterior ceiling options?

Currently building a 7.2m x 5m deck which will have a colorbond roof. I’m looking to put a ceiling on as well as insulation. The idea is to have that outdoor room look…

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Glenn S
May 17, 2022 3:21 pm

9 forntage zero lot

9 forntage zero lot

Narrow Sloping block? The builders going to have a field day on the engineering costs due to wall lengths, heights and setbacks. best to only deal with Planning first,…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 09, 2022 8:34 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Lochana11
Lochana11
22 April 2022

CC Architectural Drawings

CC Architectural Drawings

Thanks! That's the exact problem I am trying to avoid. I want to make sure the CC drawings are solid and cover everything that's necessary. I have been told that private…

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Lochana11
Apr 22, 2022 1:25 pm
Lochana11
Lochana11
22 April 2022

Private Certifiers

Private Certifiers

Hey Simeon, Will give you a call.

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Lochana11
Apr 22, 2022 12:15 pm
Scott79
Scott79
21 April 2022

Stormwater and charged lines

Stormwater and charged lines

I've also got a situation where my property drops back from the street. The council issued a Point of Discharge (LPD) notice being the street kerb at the front of the…

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Scott79
Apr 21, 2022 6:16 pm
Noname
Noname
8 April 2022

Top Leading | Weighing Equipment Supplier in Australia

Top Leading | Weighing Equipment Supplier in Australia

maybe instead of a case of beer for some extra Nogs around the place you can offer somone some supply for their glass bbq

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Noname
Apr 08, 2022 4:21 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
3 April 2022

Termite risk?

Termite risk?

Depends on the building - were house and shed slab done at the same time - ie is it one slab ? Are termites a risk where you live ? Pavers and bricks mean NOTHING to…

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Saint Mike
Apr 03, 2022 10:32 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
30 March 2022

Are tiles suitable for a bathroom?

Are tiles suitable for a bathroom?

We have tiles floor to ceiling in the ensuite/bathrooms - best thing we ever did. My wife keeps cleaning stuff and wipers in the shower so its an ongoing but simple…

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Saint Mike
Mar 30, 2022 7:27 am
Saint Mike
BuildingandLegal
BuildingandLegal
23 March 2022

Land and home fixed contract

Land and home fixed contract

Land rego is a delay on your side, I know you're not the developer, however you bought the land to the builder and the delay is outside the builders control. Lockdown's…

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BuildingandLegal
Mar 23, 2022 5:44 pm
BuildingandLegal
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
23 March 2022

Moulding separating from eaves

Moulding separating from eaves

How about some photos As they also help others? Cheers Chris

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 23, 2022 10:56 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Ardo
Ardo
22 March 2022

Smart door lock

Smart door lock

Looking for anyone who might have had a samsung biometric electronic door lock fitted. Pros and cons. Cheers.

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Ardo
Mar 22, 2022 1:38 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
17 March 2022

Raising house and building under

Raising house and building under

Forget the builders websites.... This week you're in Luck Make sure you don't suffer bearing capacity failure Here hth

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 17, 2022 3:44 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Marsh86
Marsh86
15 March 2022

Knocking Down Walls - Sanity Checking my amateur Floor plan

Knocking Down Walls - Sanity Checking my amateur Floor plan

Thanks for your reply, I do like your suggestion and yes mine is much more expensive, the two rooms are 3m wide each, made up of the 3.9m and 2.1m from the kitchen…

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Marsh86
Mar 15, 2022 10:42 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
14 March 2022

Builder’s margin

Builder’s margin

That's very nice of you to say. Our whole business pretty much started 4 years ago out of helping people mainly from this forum who were having trouble with their…

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Ashington Homes
Mar 14, 2022 9:23 pm
Ashington Homes
build88
build88
2 March 2022

Quantity surveyor's certificate for construction certificate

Quantity surveyor's certificate for construction certificate

I am submitting my application for a construction certificate on the online planning portal and it says I need to upload a quantity surveyor's certificate (for the cost of…

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build88
Mar 02, 2022 3:19 pm
SJT76
SJT76
15 February 2022

NCAT

NCAT

Be methodical and logical. Set out the story step by step, with one point per paragraph only. Back each item with documentary evidence. Read back through it when you're…

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SJT76
Feb 15, 2022 9:18 am
Kippers01
Kippers01
11 February 2022

Water Leaks after 3 days rain - Builder or Insurance

Water Leaks after 3 days rain - Builder or Insurance
1, 2

You need to get an independent expert to diagnose and document the cause of the leak and advise you if its the builders responsibity to fix. 'Freak Storm' is builders…

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Kippers01
Feb 11, 2022 1:58 pm

Yes, we understand that, we are just wanting to streamline the Red tape, as over 90% of DAT's are purchased & installed by the Farmer. Knowing what the Conduit Codes are…

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The Raptor
Jan 23, 2022 5:33 pm
The Raptor
Marge1
Marge1
22 January 2022

New home build

New home build

Yes. Your absolutely right Kippers ( and Pulse). I am finding this all out. I was a little harsh with them at first but Then reached an agreement. Many thanks for the…

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Marge1
Jan 22, 2022 5:30 am
Budapest
Budapest
20 January 2022

FSR - Right of Carriageway

FSR - Right of Carriageway

My (very limited) understanding is that it depends on how the battle axe is split up. If you have a 'common property' like this (https://ibb.co/Smwgqqf) both 37 and 37A…

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Budapest
Jan 20, 2022 9:07 am
gunny
gunny
13 January 2022

Tile look colorbond roof

Tile look colorbond roof

We need colorbond roof due to low roof pitch. Can someone recommend or provide links to suppliers who might be selling tile look colorbond roof material?

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gunny
Jan 13, 2022 7:44 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
10 January 2022

Cracked roof tiles

Cracked roof tiles

Good result and good on Boral for coming to the party for nix. Stewie

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Stewie D
Jan 10, 2022 5:26 pm
alexp79
alexp79
5 January 2022

Building Healthy Buildings

Building Healthy Buildings

Best option is to use Radmyx concrete additive during the pour in addition to plastic barrier (which sometimes gets damaged). When using Radmyx solution there no need to…

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alexp79
Jan 05, 2022 4:14 pm

Hi all, Not sure where this belongs, so I will start it here. I wish to hang a ninja slackline (picture 50mm wide ratchet strap from two points with a bunch of hanging…

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EoinCuinn
Jan 03, 2022 7:25 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
17 December 2021

Electricity Responsibility

Electricity Responsibility

Hey Aberryman Welcome to the forum Sounds like the seasoned timber that was used wasn't properly dried or is defective? Have the frame work inspected and moisture content…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Dec 17, 2021 11:01 am
StructuralBIMGuy
bashworth
bashworth
9 December 2021

DIY Retailing Wall

DIY Retailing Wall

Low retaining walls are quite possible for DIY once you have got an approval. For a long life I would be going for Galvanised steel posts. There is some advice about…

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bashworth
Dec 09, 2021 12:14 pm
bashworth
agent0387
agent0387
7 December 2021

Building Ridge RL and Max Height of Building over 8.5m!!

Building Ridge RL and Max Height of Building over 8.5m!!

We've lowered the pitch from 22.5 to 22.0 degrees (bringing the Ridge RL down by 60mm) and overall height of building is now 8.48m (below the 8.5m max height…

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agent0387
Dec 07, 2021 12:03 am
groundzero
groundzero
30 November 2021

La niña vs el niño - slabs on clay

La niña vs el niño - slabs on clay

I can tell you the 3 things require for significant slab heave are 1.initial dry clay 2.highly or extremely reactive clay and then 3.a source of water. I have seen…

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groundzero
Nov 30, 2021 9:13 pm
jake_paul
jake_paul
18 November 2021

Melbourne fencing costs

Melbourne fencing costs

Hi, the fence price starts from 70$-150$ (without installation charges) but it could vary in different areas.

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jake_paul
Nov 18, 2021 8:23 pm
Shannon80
Shannon80
18 November 2021

Off White (very slightly grey) render

Off White (very slightly grey) render

Hi all We are looking to re render our house in a very light grey/off white colour. Looking at Taubmans Thin Ice or Dulux Snow Season. Has anyone used either of these or…

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Shannon80
Nov 18, 2021 11:46 am

Hi guys may house practical completion is next week, could you please help me with identifying the below things I found from my…

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dishajason
Nov 17, 2021 9:18 pm
dishajason
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
17 November 2021

Building Dispute: 500mm missing from top floor

Building Dispute: 500mm missing from top floor

Hi !!!! All Respected Members I have written a brief article on . This article will add value to your information. For more information about other products, please…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 17, 2021 11:21 am
StructuralBIMGuy
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
8 November 2021

Stormwater pipe repair before concreting

Stormwater pipe repair before concreting

30 years is a long time but they are used extensively in underground non and low pressure applications. You posting has reminded me that I was going to check…

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SaveH2O
Nov 08, 2021 5:36 pm
SaveH2O
supersleuth
supersleuth
5 November 2021

Pool adjacent to house can be before or after the house?

Pool adjacent to house can be before or after the house?

Really sorry mate just saw your question now. Probably too late but for anyone else, cost was $1400 for 6 months hardcover.

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supersleuth
Nov 05, 2021 12:59 pm
mina mp
mina mp
4 November 2021

charege line system plumbing

charege line system plumbing

thanks alot .i did put die test the water stay in pvc pipe i need stronger evidence.

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mina mp
Nov 04, 2021 6:27 pm
AseDE
AseDE
3 November 2021

Don't build with Metricon

Don't build with Metricon

Sorry How many coats

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AseDE
Nov 03, 2021 5:09 pm
Train-lhdm
Train-lhdm
25 October 2021

Strata lawyer in Sydney

Strata lawyer in Sydney

Thank you Simeon

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Train-lhdm
Oct 25, 2021 12:05 pm
Shereed
Shereed
14 October 2021

Blue Steel Flash Bricks - opinions needed

Blue Steel Flash Bricks - opinions needed

Hi Sierra, hope you still look at this forum. Can I have a look at how your place looks like. I am chooosing the same bricks but undecided on the roof colour.

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Shereed
Oct 14, 2021 11:27 pm

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