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malypetu
malypetu
29 July 2019

Difference between site superviser and building inspector

Difference between site superviser and building inspector

Hi There, I've compiled a list of Builder Inspectors and their contact details. I have not added any recommendations or review as I have no employ any of them, that will…

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malypetu
Jul 29, 2019 11:45 am
Joker
Joker
29 July 2019

Sydney boom suburbs suffer more than double rate of defects

Sydney boom suburbs suffer more than double rate of defects

Disgraceful situation in our building industry all over Australia and too many of our new home owners are falling into building traps making volume builders ok to dish…

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Joker
Jul 29, 2019 11:16 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
29 July 2019

Mortar mix

Mortar mix

How?

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SaveH2O
Jul 29, 2019 8:39 am
SaveH2O
eha and tony
eha and tony
28 July 2019

Chemical underpinning and soil stabilization

Chemical underpinning and soil stabilization
1, 2, 3

Am interested to know what you decided and if it was the resin injection,would you recommend.

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eha and tony
Jul 28, 2019 9:38 am
pnagella
pnagella
27 July 2019

Simonds homes Western Sydney

Simonds homes Western Sydney

Thanks IamSAM

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pnagella
Jul 27, 2019 9:10 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
27 July 2019

New Draftsman in Australia. Help please

New Draftsman in Australia. Help please

Cariasvar Welcome to the forum Try window manufacturers like or similar Free Not Free I also recommend you get a good AEC software package and build up a library of…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jul 27, 2019 10:40 am
StructuralBIMGuy
shokel1975
shokel1975
25 July 2019

Glass Stairs Metricon

Glass Stairs Metricon

Not 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…

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shokel1975
Jul 25, 2019 4:29 pm
shokel1975
Noelk2
Noelk2
24 July 2019

Soft board Ceiling Installers

Soft board Ceiling Installers

I 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…

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Noelk2
Jul 24, 2019 3:57 pm
insider
insider
22 July 2019

Fibreglass pool with concrete piers

Fibreglass pool with concrete piers

Could be tricky if there is a shallow water table maybe screw piles would be a better option

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insider
Jul 22, 2019 11:47 pm
insider
Peter Appleby
Peter Appleby
20 July 2019

Replacicing plaster walls with pre-existing pressed metal co

Replacicing plaster walls with pre-existing pressed metal co

Hi Guy's, New to forum and seeking info on above topic. We have a circa 1920 home with high ceilings and lovely pressed metal…

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Peter Appleby
Jul 20, 2019 10:52 am
Marek
Marek
18 July 2019

Reno expansion Joint on stairwell

Reno expansion Joint on stairwell

To 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…

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Marek
Jul 18, 2019 8:50 pm
shokel1975
shokel1975
18 July 2019

First Home - Building Glendale 34 in VIC

First Home - Building Glendale 34 in VIC

Hi wild, have you started your build yet? How is it all going?

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shokel1975
Jul 18, 2019 3:08 pm
shokel1975
Peter Appleby
Peter Appleby
17 July 2019

Replastering room with out having to remove pressed tin corn

Replastering room with out having to remove pressed tin corn

Hi Guy's, New to forum and seeking info on above topic. We have a circa 1920 home with high ceilings and lovely pressed metal ceilings and cornice. We have chosen to…

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Peter Appleby
Jul 18, 2019 12:11 am
SejaeD
SejaeD
17 July 2019

DHA pros and cons

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…

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SejaeD
Jul 17, 2019 10:04 am
SejaeD
IsabellaBoots
IsabellaBoots
16 July 2019

behind vinyl cladding

behind vinyl cladding

I 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?

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IsabellaBoots
Jul 16, 2019 7:05 pm
addewilson852
addewilson852
16 July 2019

Do I need plumbing inspection?

Do I need plumbing inspection?

Thanks SaveH2O You suggest effective way. It'll be really help a lot.

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addewilson852
Jul 16, 2019 7:04 pm
addewilson852
alexp79
alexp79
15 July 2019

Building at th back side of a street

Building at th back side of a street

This 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…

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alexp79
Jul 15, 2019 4:41 am
Mike8136
Mike8136
14 July 2019

Engineering query

Engineering query

It 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;…

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Mike8136
Jul 14, 2019 10:15 pm
Gaudi
Gaudi
14 July 2019

$100 for 2017 Henley Brochure

$100 for 2017 Henley Brochure

Are you sure your drawings don’t show which windows are double glazed and which are single glazed?

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Gaudi
Jul 14, 2019 6:32 pm
Gaudi
Gaudi
14 July 2019

Crack above sliding door

Crack above sliding door

Raise 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…

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Gaudi
Jul 14, 2019 6:07 pm
mmapurazi
mmapurazi
14 July 2019

House on Private Road in NSW, Community Title?

House on Private Road in NSW, Community Title?

I recently purchased a house on a private road and it has a community title. We have to pay strata fees for maintenance of road and basically the street lights. We are…

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mmapurazi
Jul 14, 2019 4:47 pm
Liz1234
Liz1234
14 July 2019

Ceiling cornices or not?

Ceiling cornices or not?
1, 2

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…

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Liz1234
Jul 14, 2019 3:52 pm
chalky
chalky
13 July 2019

Wood look tile plank lengths

Wood look tile plank lengths

I'm looking for advice choosing 1800mm or 1200mm length planks. What are the pros and cons of laying either one? Warping? Cutting? Hallways? Cost?

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chalky
Jul 13, 2019 5:49 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
12 July 2019

Conflict of Interest

Conflict of Interest
1, 2

Amazing that a blind eye is cast in QLD. What is your next step?

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SaveH2O
Jul 12, 2019 8:50 pm
SaveH2O
Norfolk
Norfolk
12 July 2019

Metricon using our build as a display home to sell more home

Metricon using our build as a display home to sell more home

It’s a good sign if Metricon are confident enough to show your house to others. The workmanship on my house was so poor they never would have done this!

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Norfolk
Jul 12, 2019 11:55 am
erick1803
erick1803
11 July 2019

Burbank Homes

Burbank Homes

How 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…

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erick1803
Jul 11, 2019 1:15 pm
amilelka
amilelka
10 July 2019

Building with B1 Homes

Building with B1 Homes

I 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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amilelka
Jul 10, 2019 10:43 am
DustyBlue
DustyBlue
9 July 2019

Title insurance

Title insurance

Has anyone got title insurance? Do you think its worth while? Opinions please

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DustyBlue
Jul 09, 2019 1:50 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
9 July 2019

True Extent of Building defects revealed

True Extent of Building defects revealed

Sobering reading, If and when your building defect complaints ever makes it to the courts, You will need to be well prepared, get expert advice take photos, collect…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jul 09, 2019 9:26 am
StructuralBIMGuy
awgk
awgk
8 July 2019

Build with GJ Gardner Newcastle

Build with GJ Gardner Newcastle

Hi everyone, has anyone here have experience building with GJ Gardner Newcastle. We are considering to build with them

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awgk
Jul 08, 2019 8:34 am
Langas29
Langas29
8 July 2019

Rain water wet system intake question

Rain water wet system intake question

Thanks for help, much appreciated

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Langas29
Jul 08, 2019 8:19 am
BeckyB
BeckyB
7 July 2019

Thrive Homes Flooring supplier

Thrive Homes Flooring supplier

Hi does anyone know who Thrive use for their timber laminate floors? I saw some in their display home that I love !!!

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BeckyB
Jul 07, 2019 8:02 pm
alexf40
alexf40
6 July 2019

Sealing and epoxy coating moist garage floor

Sealing and epoxy coating moist garage floor

Looks great. Did you use any sealer?

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alexf40
Jul 06, 2019 8:26 pm
parlayman
parlayman
6 July 2019

Marsden Park Rail Link Petition

Marsden Park Rail Link Petition

None that I heard of, unfortunately.

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parlayman
Jul 06, 2019 10:00 am

Kev 1 More info required, on Slope, Soil type, Retention,trickle/discharge, pressurised,RLs, etc Many councils also used different rainfall/flow models requiring…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jul 06, 2019 9:16 am
StructuralBIMGuy
bashworth
bashworth
5 July 2019

Storm water bore hole.

Storm water bore hole.

There is something called a Soak Well which can be used in certain conditions. They are very popular in WA where they work very well on sandy soils. To find out more see

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bashworth
Jul 05, 2019 11:57 pm
bashworth
erick1803
erick1803
5 July 2019

Burbank Homes

Burbank Homes

Thanks and really appreciate any help, lawyer would be a good idea if you can help. Thanks very much

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erick1803
Jul 05, 2019 7:06 pm
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Althom
Jul 04, 2019 6:50 pm
Althom
kumar2015
kumar2015
2 July 2019

Display homes

Display homes

Displays homes are attractive, but it comes with a cost on those luxury upgrade items. Is there any other compromise on purchasing display homes , interms of quality or…

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kumar2015
Jul 02, 2019 8:31 am
bsunders
bsunders
1 July 2019

OSD Tanks....

OSD Tanks....

Great - do you have a quote for that one ?

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bsunders
Jul 01, 2019 6:59 pm
Norfolk
Norfolk
1 July 2019

Handover dispute about delay fees - Need help

Handover dispute about delay fees - Need help

Check your contract. It may say you can offset what the builder owes you against the final payment. Ours did and we offset the liquidated damages amount.

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Norfolk
Jul 01, 2019 6:57 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
1 July 2019

Brought a secondhand spa

Brought a secondhand spa

Courageous decision Minister … :)

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Saint Mike
Jul 01, 2019 4:20 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
1 July 2019

Bath hob tiling and tub not centred as to plan

Bath hob tiling and tub not centred as to plan

I wouldn't see it as a major problem myself. How do you mean not centred - more room at one end ? Is this for soap etc etc. I remember we had an argument about tiling…

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Saint Mike
Jul 01, 2019 4:17 pm
Saint Mike
MrsJM
MrsJM
1 July 2019

Gutters and downpipe requirements

Gutters and downpipe requirements

Our issue was that the gutter hadn’t been installed with the correct fall, and also that we didn’t have enough downpipes on the alfresco roof- wasn’t in line with…

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MrsJM
Jul 01, 2019 5:22 am
MrsJM
kumar2015
kumar2015
30 June 2019

Rental Scheme

Rental Scheme

Observed few properties are selling with below: What are these schemes and who is eligible for this? If I buy third property, whats the downside of this? 1)PBA Incentives…

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kumar2015
Jul 01, 2019 12:41 am
egand
egand
30 June 2019

Fence Construction

Fence Construction

Hi, Best thing would be is to call around local welders, these guys will be able to help, in failing this a fencing contractors with welding skills will be your best…

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egand
Jun 30, 2019 6:07 pm
kelbelle
kelbelle
30 June 2019

Exterior look visualisation tools

Exterior look visualisation tools

This is limited, but may help

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kelbelle
Jun 30, 2019 2:53 pm
kelbelle
Mike8136
Mike8136
30 June 2019

Drainage issues - don't know where to start

Drainage issues - don't know where to start

So sorry to hear about all these problems. It's he last thing you want in retirement. You are required to "landscape" water away from the house, so don't fear being held…

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Mike8136
Jun 30, 2019 12:50 pm
90Xmcrnetique
90Xmcrnetique
28 June 2019

What house style is this?

What house style is this?

This is beautiful. I would definitely add more floral plants on the front yard.

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90Xmcrnetique
Jun 28, 2019 3:03 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
28 June 2019

Knock down or renovate

Knock down or renovate

Compare the buildings DNA-> Basic Building Material, Units & costs -> Concrete$ per m3, steel Tonnes, Brick$ per 1000 ,Timber$ per m, etc Also, the Bim data and…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 28, 2019 11:31 am
StructuralBIMGuy

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