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FenceBasalt semi gloss on timber and colorbond fence with ozito electric gun. Great little tool but paint needs to be thinned by around 80/20 water. Paint from APCO paints in… Fall calculateNot all title plans provide levels so often the only accurate way of assessing fall is a proper survey.
Here is a link to understanding survey plans… JklugJan 05, 2022 10:07 pm Building Healthy BuildingsBest 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… Site Costs for Spoil Removal
Ok Thankyou for your reply. It is worded that the $3000 and the $2000 and part of the amount charged, are for Spoil Removal and doesn't mention excavation costs. A lot of… Awning installation fibro homeI would be suggesting you ask the supplier for an installer.
The home based on age and the type of construction is asbestos sheeting over hardwood timber frames. So… Ticking Noise Inside A WallHope that finds the cause. With our house the ticking would 'never' be heard at night, it was only during changes in temperature during the day but it wasn't as regular… NSW Apartment/Class3 Entry Doors.Your apartment, does "the" door open onto a common hall? is the hall enclosed within the building or an open hall (open on the sides - external walk way?). On the hinge… Damage to Brickwork - cause?Photos 2, 3 & 5 are showing signs of acid damage to the face of the bricks due to being left on too long or to high acid ratio.
I would suggest contact the brick supplier,… Water feed to houseThe supply comes from the meter/tank to the structure, up the outside wall generally to the height of the bottom plate of the timber/steel frame for cavity brick… Roof leakYou're builder is not going to be responsible for the leak!
"Would it be reasonable to issue a direction to the builder" No as your contractors have been on the roof and… 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… Hi All,
Long time lurker first time poster.
Wondering if anyone had any advise on 'prettying up' our front exterior render. We bought this double front 1930s house a few… cam10Jan 03, 2022 4:24 pm Of grid problemHi
I have just installed 1520ah of battery power, with 6 X 370w of panels connected to a Victron 48v 3000w controller/charger.
The panels are connected in parallel giving… Maso5161 started a topic 29 December 2021 ago Vegetation protection overlay and buildingHi Ims
We actually sold the block this year, it was a combination of several factors that lead to that decision. The red tape and unknowns that I'll go into combined with… Hi, the limestone around my pool is wearing down, is it possible to render or plaster limestone?
RiceyDec 27, 2021 7:51 pm Tribeca Homes Sydney north west areaI can’t begin to express how terrible this builder is. Stay away from Them. Tribeca is building my first house in Marsden park Sydney. From day 1 they have provided me… Heena.b replied 24 December 2021 ago 21 Mths so far for council approval
Wow that sucks! We’re pretty well stuck with our builder but I think we’re nearly there. Luckily so far our builder hasn’t tried to hit us with price increases but… Sliding Door - massive problemThanks for all your help chippy and others looking - managed to solve it by sheer luck and no longer caring if it got destroyed Hi,
I am planning to build MOSMAN 50 (with some modifications, floor plan below) with Clarendon and have an estimate of around $700k with RIVIERA facade. This includes… Timber Takeoffs service to framingYour architect or draftie who drew the plans for your DA should be able to do this easily in their CAD program. If my old version of Vectorworks ( circa 2004 ) can do it… Nuvo or McCarthy HomesYes we built with Nuvo. It hasn't been a nice experience at all. In fact 18 months later and we are still having issues that they refuse to address. MDBM replied 17 December 2021 ago Electricity ResponsibilityHey 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… RizzoDec 16, 2021 1:39 pm Wet insulationHow it performs depends on the type of insulation. I would say FG Batts would easily dry out and recover, they arrive all squeezed up. ECOECO replied 15 December 2021 ago If you are looking to move away from the high cost and congestion of California,… What do you think about this basement?looks fine, it is not a basement, it is an underfloor area that has been used to store stuff. looks neater than mine. You could pour a slab and make it more legitimate. Pulse replied 13 December 2021 ago PulseDec 13, 2021 9:15 pm wixyDec 11, 2021 12:30 pm DIY Retailing WallLow 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… Opinion - Overhanging brickOverhanging brickwork is unfortunatly too common.
As Noname says 15mm is the building code limit.
There is a bit more information at this link Wet roof insulationMy bedroom is right under the part of the roof that leaks. I tried to fix it myself but I can't fix the problem, I'm waiting for a professional. MetronestUnfortunately your in a pretty common situation,get sweet talked from sales persons whom won't accurately represent your experience coming and at a minimum feel like u… Joker replied 6 December 2021 ago JokerDec 06, 2021 6:04 pm Hi, all
I'm building a home studio myself (no previous construction experience) based on a design from a draftsman. I worked quite a bit out for myself, but I have a… Windows at the back rooms on the 2 floorGo onto your councils website under development application or maybe planning and have a look at the requirements for overlooking etc. Failing that take your plans into… Problems with Masterton HomesIt's unfortunate that most are not aware that your sales persons pitch and advise is extremely floored with heavy biast towards their own pockets and it's very common that… Joker replied 5 December 2021 ago JokerDec 05, 2021 8:46 am
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