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Philip_Green
Philip_Green
25 September 2020

General Discussion topic dumping

General Discussion topic dumping

Such a good point

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Philip_Green
Sep 25, 2020 3:39 pm

DIY sediment trap on charged rainwater harvesting system

DIY sediment trap on charged rainwater harvesting system

Hi Stacey, It's always great to hear reviews of the implementation of advice given on the forum. As you will have found, doing something to best practice need not be…

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SaveH2O
Dec 11, 2024 4:33 pm
SaveH2O

Hi All, I need to cut some blue board sheets, don't want to spend a fortune on a blade I only need for a dozen cuts so am wondering if this diamond tipped circular saw…

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DIYHacker
Dec 11, 2024 11:57 am
Emma16
Emma16
15 h

Skirting board and architraves issues

Skirting board and architraves issues

Thank you so much for your response! Will I need to sand them back pretty well before repainting and caulking?

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Emma16
Dec 11, 2024 7:43 am
bqngo1
bqngo1
Yesterday

Remove telecom line when demolish house

Remove telecom line when demolish house

Hi everyone, Does anyone demolish the house recently as we are going to demolish the old house to build new house, so just wonder whether we have to engage NBN company to…

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bqngo1
Dec 10, 2024 8:23 pm
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Ashington Homes
Dec 10, 2024 3:07 pm
Ashington Homes

Chevron Oak Flooring Melbourne – Your Guide to Stylish Interiors

Chevron Oak Flooring Melbourne – Your Guide to Stylish Interiors

Hey everyone, I’m currently renovating my living room and have been researching flooring options. Lately, I’ve come across , and it looks absolutely stunning! The…

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woodenfloorsmelbourne
Dec 09, 2024 7:40 pm
takenbyWine
takenbyWine
9 December

What to Do if Moss Removal Causes Damage to the Roof?

What to Do if Moss Removal Causes Damage to the Roof?

If moss removal damages your roof, you should first stop the process and inspect the affected areas. Engage a roofing professional to assess the damage and recommend…

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takenbyWine
Dec 09, 2024 2:53 am
takenbyWine
takenbyWine
9 December

Concrete slab next to the entrance into garage worn out

Concrete slab next to the entrance into garage worn out

Not likely. A 20-year-old concrete slab should still be structurally sound unless it’s showing major cracks, sinking, or significant wear. If it’s just cosmetic wear,…

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takenbyWine
Dec 09, 2024 2:49 am
jillyphomeone
jillyphomeone
7 December

Max floor level step

Max floor level step

I have just had my bathroom renovated and have a 60 mm step onto the tiles. I find this awkward and dangerous. What should I do now?

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jillyphomeone
Dec 07, 2024 3:08 pm
oldchippy
oldchippy
7 December

External staircase stringer length

External staircase stringer length

Can anyone advise of where I can find the span table for stair stringers. I have a feeling it is measured horizontal. Thanks.

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oldchippy
Dec 07, 2024 6:32 am

Has anyone rectified slab heave successfully

Has anyone rectified slab heave successfully
1 ... 48, 49, 50

G'day Adam Is any of the above the builder's responsibility during construction or does it fall on he homeowner?

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henley_homes_horrors
Dec 06, 2024 2:33 pm
Maclin
Maclin
6 December

Resiplank hybrid flooring review

Resiplank hybrid flooring review

Hi, has anyone installed Resiplank Corsica hybrid flooring, and if so, your review is appreciated. Can anyone recommend a hybrid product that they have installed and are…

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Maclin
Dec 06, 2024 11:40 am
gommeqld
gommeqld
2 December

Tree roots damaging property?

Tree roots damaging property?

It looks like the tree roots have already damaged the paving, assuming its the tree roots. I'd say it is and unless you solve the problem it will get worse and potentially…

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gommeqld
Dec 02, 2024 2:44 pm
Eng. B A
Eng. B A
2 December

Crack in wall outside house

Crack in wall outside house

It will require using dowels to connect the brick columns with the existing main building brick N12 at 400mm and same for column footing if not connected to main building…

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Eng. B A
Dec 02, 2024 4:53 am
hawthornandrew
hawthornandrew
30 November

Roofing Question

Roofing Question

Thanks BuildingandLegal. Very informative. The situation is that just over half of the roof needs replacing. One side is all right. The other side is old. So would be a…

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hawthornandrew
Nov 30, 2024 3:35 pm
BuildingandLegal
BuildingandLegal
29 November

Is it worth chasing builder after domestic building insurance claim?

Is it worth chasing builder after domestic building insurance claim?

Unless the builder was working as a sole trader, then you don't have the option to chase the builder

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BuildingandLegal
Nov 29, 2024 9:21 pm
BuildingandLegal
bqngo1
bqngo1
28 November

Redirect telecommunication line from street (overhead)to home

Redirect telecommunication line from street (overhead)to home

Hi everyone, would like to know who to contact or company to redirect the telecommunication line from street (overhead) to home

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bqngo1
Nov 28, 2024 8:56 pm
Old_eye
Old_eye
27 November

1970s construction methods

1970s construction methods

Hi all Were excavators with augers for boring piers for homes commonplace in the 70s in Australia? We are on a hillside, concrete pier/foot ( could be a…

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Old_eye
Nov 27, 2024 8:58 pm
JudeRoshanie
JudeRoshanie
25 November

Roof Top Solar

Roof Top Solar

Thanks Markus

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JudeRoshanie
Nov 25, 2024 7:58 am
ed612313
ed612313
24 November

Shelving between underhouse brick piers?

Shelving between underhouse brick piers?

Another option would be to hang the shelves from the floor joists? Anyone seen some multishelf shelve options where this can be achieved?

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ed612313
Nov 24, 2024 9:58 am
EchoTrail47
EchoTrail47
22 November

flooding at side of house after rain

flooding at side of house after rain

I’m dealing with the exact same issue at my place every time it rains it’s super frustrating especially when everything seems fine like the gutters and downpipes. From…

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EchoTrail47
Nov 22, 2024 3:13 pm
jpshona
jpshona
21 November

Staircase lights

Staircase lights

Hi, we have a double storey home. We do not have staircase lights now. I wanted to know if it’s possible to have stair case lights as per attached. I don’t have any…

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jpshona
Nov 21, 2024 5:57 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
21 November

Fence Toppers ?

Fence Toppers ?

Is it matching the colours ? Is it safety ? Is it being worried about the topper staying put ? Other ?

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Saint Mike
Nov 21, 2024 9:05 am
Saint Mike
KnockItDown
KnockItDown
20 November

Retaining wall

Retaining wall

Hi C-town, I just PM'ed you. check your inbox

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KnockItDown
Nov 20, 2024 8:29 am
KnockItDown
suez1
suez1
20 November

rain water run off streaks on render wall

rain water run off streaks on render wall

thanks, this is great information. The original paint used was Taubmans All Weather Low Sheen, then we had it re painted and the new painter used Haymes Solarshield, so…

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suez1
Nov 20, 2024 7:59 am
miteq
miteq
19 November

Landscaper to Avoid - Victoria

Landscaper to Avoid - Victoria

Front page bump.

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miteq
Nov 19, 2024 10:54 am
miteq
Peter W
Peter W
19 November

QLD - Builder finished without notifying Building Certifier

QLD - Builder finished without notifying Building Certifier

My issue was resolved as the certifier waved some of my slab inspection requirements and in the end all other certificates were provided (after long drawn out process…

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Peter W
Nov 19, 2024 7:23 am

Hey guys I'm a carpenter and mainly do fix outs on steel frame homes I generally have to screw all my architraves/skirts etc.I have seen these new Paslode nails design for…

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Cimcorp848484
Nov 14, 2024 6:23 pm
carinebrexleyc
carinebrexleyc
13 November

Colorbond roof can you extend its life?

Colorbond roof can you extend its life?

If you want to extend the life of your Colorbond roof, painting it with a quality metal roof paint or applying a rust…

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carinebrexleyc
Nov 13, 2024 7:24 pm
LorenClayton17
LorenClayton17
13 November

Are above ground drain pipes acceptable to Councils?

Are above ground drain pipes acceptable to Councils?

I bought my Clontarf house a month ago. My house has a slight negative grade from the street. It's believed that my drain pipes…

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LorenClayton17
Nov 13, 2024 2:25 pm
chippy
chippy
12 November

3 phase electric

3 phase electric

I think a blackout is all 3 phases dropped out, where as a brown out is just a dropped phase or 2 meaning anything on the phase that is still operational still works. We…

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chippy
Nov 12, 2024 7:48 pm
chippy
Basher
Basher
12 November

Mimosa Structural Gurantee

Mimosa Structural Gurantee

Yeah right. I can't even get them to sort out issues at my 4 year old house. H2 soil. water pooling under the slab, storm water draianage is non compliant (not as per…

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Basher
Nov 12, 2024 3:32 pm
Pedro4137
Pedro4137
11 November

mortar colour

mortar colour

Yes

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Pedro4137
Nov 11, 2024 4:39 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
10 November

URBAN MYTHS .... ?

URBAN MYTHS .... ?
1 ... 18, 19, 20

Been getting a lot of emails lately that i have "won" something - but need to pay postage. You need to enter an address and pay a postage "fee". Now - either I'm super…

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Saint Mike
Nov 10, 2024 7:47 am
Saint Mike
Allanhill01
Allanhill01
9 November

Retrospective footing inspection of uncoded building

Retrospective footing inspection of uncoded building

Greetings from Darwin all, I have a verandah attached to my house. There is no record of the verandah ever existing. I would like to get it fully coded under an owner…

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Allanhill01
Nov 09, 2024 7:43 pm
Althom
Althom
9 November

Airconditioning zonez

Airconditioning zonez

Depends. How many in your family and how often will there be people in both blue and yellow zones at any one time? Personally speaking I would keep them as separate zones…

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Althom
Nov 09, 2024 9:54 am
Althom
bowidwinen
bowidwinen
7 November

Sell current investment property(unit) to buy new property(h

Sell current investment property(unit) to buy new property(h

If you’re thinking about going bigger and need cash fast for the Sydney home, selling the unit might be the way to go to get that chunk of money right away.

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bowidwinen
Nov 07, 2024 1:16 am

can anyone the basic House plan on irregular block of land ... main gate must be on left side

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imranhassan
Nov 07, 2024 12:53 am
groundzero
groundzero
6 November

is this tree a problem?

is this tree a problem?

Will depend if your footings are on piers or not and the soil profile

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groundzero
Nov 06, 2024 7:46 pm

Brought this home recently near the coast, need ideas on colours. Not sure whether to go light with dark trim or light greys whites. Any ideas with colours please

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Prellie
Nov 03, 2024 11:17 pm
MrSteel
MrSteel
3 November

Facia repair

Facia repair

G'day, Looking to repair this damage to the corner of the house, any advice is appreciated. Thank you :)

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MrSteel
Nov 03, 2024 11:17 am
MrSteel
Nigeljones
Nigeljones
2 November

First Avenue Homes Experience

First Avenue Homes Experience
1, 2

I don’t think all these accounts commenting are by the same person Anthony. I think most people generally engage reputable builders and don’t have to comment on…

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Nigeljones
Nov 02, 2024 9:37 pm

Spirit level

Spirit level

In America, they have this one.. https://www.amazon.com.au/WORKPRO-Magne ... B09ZPB3FC7 Sorta makes sense but not the same design as the OP showed..

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EvryThingIsNormal
Nov 02, 2024 5:33 pm
MarkusjOZ
MarkusjOZ
2 November

Unsuitable surface in terracotta tiles

Unsuitable surface in terracotta tiles

Hi Mariaeg, first of all, a disclaimer - A lawyer I am not :) This sounds like a real pain, honestly. You’d expect newly installed tiles with a factory seal and added…

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MarkusjOZ
Nov 02, 2024 7:26 am
MarkusjOZ
building-expert
building-expert
31 October

Engineering Drawings for Double Steel Garage?

Engineering Drawings for Double Steel Garage?

The supplier does not have proof of "cost" until invoices are paid, ask for a copy of paid invoices

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building-expert
Oct 31, 2024 3:44 pm
building-expert
hiluxx
hiluxx
29 October

Soil result

Soil result

Phew. Now I see why everyone in this forum is saying the compaction report is very important and is something everyone should pester the developer to produce one. Thanks mate!

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hiluxx
Oct 29, 2024 6:49 pm
hiluxx
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
26 October

Architrave Cracking

Architrave Cracking

Pelli69 It is super normal for new homes to move as they settle in over the first year or two. Usually we find that some minor cracking may occur in gyprock, especially…

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Ashington Homes
Oct 26, 2024 4:20 am
Ashington Homes
Mrs.Dempsey
Mrs.Dempsey
22 October

Pool Deck

Pool Deck

Our builder is just about to replace our pool deck with spotted gum. I really want to lighten the deck and hoping someone can tell me if it is possible to white wash a…

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Mrs.Dempsey
Oct 22, 2024 6:58 pm
Basher
Basher
21 October

water seeping through from under slab into post hole

water seeping through from under slab into post hole
1, 2, 3

I am Reading it. I have also informed my insurance company and they are sending a plumber to investigate.

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Basher
Oct 21, 2024 9:22 pm

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