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Pinkal112285
Pinkal112285
29 November 2022

Vmia

Vmia

Has anyone on here taken on VMIA insurance? I had settlement with them once my builder gone liquidation and lots of things they have done are looks like doggy

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Pinkal112285
Nov 29, 2022 7:17 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
29 November 2022

Financial commitment for surveys and planning

Financial commitment for surveys and planning

Hi Staahp It's a little high but not crazy. But it depends what you get for that. We are about 75% of that and for that you get the survey, all the due diligence,…

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Ashington Homes
Nov 29, 2022 6:00 pm
Ashington Homes
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
29 November 2022

Granny Flat and raingarden pit

Granny Flat and raingarden pit

They can also be in above ground troughs if only draining downpipes to them. Melbourne Water use to have some very good information and photos about raingardens but it…

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SaveH2O
Nov 29, 2022 1:34 pm
SaveH2O
Noname
Noname
29 November 2022

Soil dumped by Luxton Homes

Soil dumped by Luxton Homes

Contact the actual builder, not the site super. If they say not them, tell them when the police receive the complaint and ask to see proof of their spoil removal,…

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Noname
Nov 29, 2022 8:08 am
chippy
chippy
28 November 2022

Pool steps

Pool steps

I don't know if there are any specific standards considering you can have a ladder as the access in and out of a pool. I guess all the specs were available from the…

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chippy
Nov 28, 2022 10:02 pm
chippy
Pinkal112285
Pinkal112285
28 November 2022

VMIA role

VMIA role

Hi my builder was gone into liquidation 2020 name gold key Construction after doing slab stage , Then Vmia stepped in and they sent one builder VM builder to Quote, they…

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Pinkal112285
Nov 28, 2022 4:41 pm
melody43
melody43
23 November 2022

KDR - Clarendon Stamford 38 (NSW)

KDR - Clarendon Stamford 38 (NSW)

Clarendon Homes Stamford design. I like to share to…

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melody43
Nov 23, 2022 11:18 am
nancyisacs
nancyisacs
22 November 2022

House colour options

House colour options

Choose a House colour rendering colour Hi I need some advise with colour combinations. I am going to do rendering of my property and need to pick a matching colour for…

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nancyisacs
Nov 22, 2022 11:17 pm
alexp79
alexp79
22 November 2022

Garden orientation - north facing house/south facing garden

Garden orientation - north facing house/south facing garden

One way to sort it out is to have 2 gardens - front yard and back yard. Back yard will be always shady, so you could put alfresco there and use it during hot summer days,…

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alexp79
Nov 22, 2022 3:07 pm
szhu
szhu
22 November 2022

Cost of building plan for extension in Canberra

Cost of building plan for extension in Canberra

Hello all, I'm planning to start a renovation project for my 3 bedroom house, part of it is to extend the house towards the backside, and make it a 4 or 5 bedroom house…

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szhu
Nov 22, 2022 11:25 am
Nelle62
Nelle62
22 November 2022

hotondo chinchilla

hotondo chinchilla

Hi, are thinking of using them. What are they like to deal with?

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Nelle62
Nov 22, 2022 8:43 am
Zina Marie
Zina Marie
21 November 2022

My Experience with Mackay and Sons

My Experience with Mackay and Sons

My experience with Mackay and Sons. I had been told by a builder that some clients, who sell their home to Mackay and sons, get their site cleared for free after the…

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Zina Marie
Nov 21, 2022 2:18 pm
Zina Marie
Zina Marie
21 November 2022

Demolition advice

Demolition advice

My experience with Mackay and Sons. I had been told by a builder that some clients, who sell their home to Mackay and sons, get their site cleared for free after the…

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Zina Marie
Nov 21, 2022 2:17 pm
chippy
chippy
19 November 2022

Convert door to window

Convert door to window

I'd just glue it and screw it. Fit the new door tight, so no gap around the edges like you would on a hinged door. Once you have it fitting nice remove the door and paint…

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chippy
Nov 19, 2022 2:38 am
chippy

Hi all, Currently consider a duplex build with Lily Homes and have narrowed it down to the Highview 24 option to suit our lot. Looking for advice on any amendments we…

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staaahp
Nov 18, 2022 10:50 pm
at10
at10
16 November 2022

Full turn tap to ¼ turn tap

Full turn tap to ¼ turn tap

Hi home reno gurus, Just wondering can a full turn tap get change to a ¼ turn or ½ turn tape just by changing the discs and tap itself? I should be able to do it myself…

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at10
Nov 16, 2022 8:55 pm
robynscordilis
robynscordilis
16 November 2022

Cost of new bathroom sub floor

Cost of new bathroom sub floor

We are currently doing a bathroom reno and the floor in the bathroom has had to be removed (old house old concrete). We have been advised to use concrete stumps. We have…

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robynscordilis
Nov 16, 2022 1:31 pm
Bcr83
Bcr83
14 November 2022

Waterproofing product advice needed (retaining wall)

Waterproofing product advice needed (retaining wall)

Hi All, Long story, have paid a fortune to have back fill dug up and retaining wall sealed and waterproofed (besser block) We used a commercial product (HPMA Sealtite…

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Bcr83
Nov 14, 2022 10:02 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
14 November 2022

Coach screw /lag screw question

Coach screw /lag screw question

Sadly, I've figured that out :( Lucky for me my signature as an engineer brings in a few bucks

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 14, 2022 9:13 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Rosario87
Rosario87
14 November 2022

Solar Passive Design Feedback – North Brisbane New Build

Solar Passive Design Feedback – North Brisbane New Build

Hi Stonesthrow, Thanks for the feedback. When we were looking around the area for a new place I kept thinking how poorly designed some of the window selection were,…

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Rosario87
Nov 14, 2022 9:06 am
chokyulate
chokyulate
12 November 2022

Builder’s extra charges on fixed-price contract

Builder’s extra charges on fixed-price contract

But fair trading doesn’t help much. They only look at defect and side lines anything to do with contract One of my friend facing the similar issue with builder keep on…

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chokyulate
Nov 12, 2022 9:57 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
11 November 2022

builders margin

builders margin
1, 2

With 25 years in windows supplying direct to builders, I have never been asked to do this... probably because it's frawd. Anyone colluding on pricing will suffer. It's…

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ECOECO
Nov 11, 2022 1:20 pm
ECOECO
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
9 November 2022

Trick to putting up hidden screws?

Trick to putting up hidden screws?

I guess this also relates to this Always a good idea to take photos and have the sub frame inspected before it gets covered in wrap and plasterboard hth

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 09, 2022 10:39 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Zohaib Ahmad
Zohaib Ahmad
8 November 2022

Affordable Furniture for my new Home

Affordable Furniture for my new Home

Hello Shiva I hope all is well with you. For your residence, you must purchase opulent goods. It's because, as we're all aware, strivers work tirelessly to realise their…

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Zohaib Ahmad
Nov 08, 2022 3:45 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
8 November 2022

Cancelling a build/renovation contract

Cancelling a build/renovation contract

What are you going to do .Keep topping up the builders deposit and variations ... with the promise he 's going to start next week? What's after the sewer issues, …

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 08, 2022 9:40 am
StructuralBIMGuy
SamMac
SamMac
8 November 2022

Glass Pool Fence Spigot

Glass Pool Fence Spigot

I have glass panels for a pool fence - 1.96m x 1.2m. How many spigots should I be using per panel?

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SamMac
Nov 08, 2022 8:45 am
LS OS
LS OS
7 November 2022

When do CDC documents show up on council website?

When do CDC documents show up on council website?

Thank you both, that's very helpful!

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LS OS
Nov 07, 2022 2:04 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
7 November 2022

New Build Rawson Homes: Bathrooms

New Build Rawson Homes: Bathrooms

Matt You could ask for a credit and supply your own. I doubt Rawson will agree though. But If they do, you will need a certificate of compliance for the glass which is…

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Ashington Homes
Nov 07, 2022 6:07 am
Ashington Homes
Bimbob
Bimbob
6 November 2022

Water Leaks internally Perth Wa

Water Leaks internally Perth Wa

“ Is the builder responsible to fix it or should i claim it through my insurance and apply for a leak allowance.Thank you” Yes, builder issue

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Bimbob
Nov 06, 2022 7:19 pm
Elty
Elty
6 November 2022

Termite treatment noticed on building report

Termite treatment noticed on building report

Property is in Wollongong in NSW. Yes once you spread the cost over 10 years I guess it's not bad at all.

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Elty
Nov 06, 2022 2:19 pm
Pulse
Pulse
5 November 2022

Drainage missing on one side of the house

Drainage missing on one side of the house

Easiest is a concrete spoon drain down the side of the house bringing water to the front, probably into the driveway strip drain. As said earlier mist of the water is…

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Pulse
Nov 05, 2022 6:43 pm
GabbaKing
GabbaKing
3 November 2022

Roof Paint

Roof Paint

Écrire une réponHello, I also want to paint the roof of my garage. Have you painted your roof? If so, could you please tell me…

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GabbaKing
Nov 03, 2022 4:28 pm
groundzero
groundzero
1 November 2022

Puddles on clay soil

Puddles on clay soil

Write reply... What pipe is the stormwater ?

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groundzero
Nov 01, 2022 2:29 pm
Pulse
Pulse
31 October 2022

Fixing a sinking driveway

Fixing a sinking driveway

Agree with above but could get expensive and it is only a small repair. I would saw cut the existing slab. Excavate to solid ground, dowel into existing slabs and repour…

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Pulse
Oct 31, 2022 8:13 pm

A while ago I came up with the idea to make mini rebar chairs / shoes from left over concrete at the end of a job, rather than having to buy the plastic ones every time.…

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Mortar Art
Oct 31, 2022 11:27 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
30 October 2022

Made a post a few days ago and now its not showing ???

Made a post a few days ago and now its not showing ???

You sure you didn't state an intention to illegally DIY?

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SaveH2O
Oct 30, 2022 2:42 pm
SaveH2O
Andy90
Andy90
28 October 2022

Validate new Light Switch Replacement

Validate new Light Switch Replacement

I had an Electrician replace a Light Switch with a faulty dimmer. I noticed the New Light Switch is wired different from the old one. Can someone with Electrical…

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Andy90
Oct 28, 2022 11:14 pm
Kippers01
Kippers01
28 October 2022

HELP! NCAT Directions Hearing

HELP! NCAT Directions Hearing

Check the definition of 'practical completion' in your contract. It should say someting like "Suitable to live in with minor cosmetic fixes" and consider if NSWFT or NCAT…

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Kippers01
Oct 28, 2022 2:06 pm
mapr
mapr
28 October 2022

Provisional Sums

Provisional Sums

can you please clarify where i can find this information? I'm going around in circles. NSW based. Is it state dependent? HIA have no NSW fact sheets I can find, but…

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mapr
Oct 28, 2022 11:00 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
27 October 2022

Astoria Grand 55 Building Contract Concern

Astoria Grand 55 Building Contract Concern

Welcome to the forum, 1. I'm not sure why you would like to take responsibility the for asset protection? If a trades damage it are you going to chase them up? Usually…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 27, 2022 6:52 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
elloelloelloqwer
elloelloelloqwer
25 October 2022

Herringbone Hardwood Floor installation

Herringbone Hardwood Floor installation

HI thanks for sharing your thoughts. It's interesting as most sanders I have spoken to say that it is common practice to sand and seal :( Kind of getting different…

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elloelloelloqwer
Oct 25, 2022 8:12 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
25 October 2022

Gross Floor Area calculation for CDC in NSW

Gross Floor Area calculation for CDC in NSW

Michael It's number 3 Cheers Simeon

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Ashington Homes
Oct 25, 2022 4:57 am
Ashington Homes
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samuel22
Oct 24, 2022 10:22 pm
Nina WF
Nina WF
24 October 2022

Eagle Home

Eagle Home

How is your build with Eagle Homes? Hope you can share your experience as we are considering them too.

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Nina WF
Oct 24, 2022 7:04 am
Nina WF
Nina WF
24 October 2022

Eagle Home Builder

Eagle Home Builder

How was your experience with Eagle Homes? We are considering them, but still in early stages.

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Nina WF
Oct 24, 2022 7:02 am
aferraro
aferraro
23 October 2022

Building Surveyor In The Wrong

Building Surveyor In The Wrong

Is it still possible to make a claim against the RBS professional indemnity insurer after the RBS declares insolvency?

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aferraro
Oct 23, 2022 2:44 pm
bashworth
bashworth
23 October 2022

Infill above existing fence plinth

Infill above existing fence plinth

Fences don't make good retaing walls so you will need to retain the fill, on your side of the boundary. I guess you could put a small retaing wall on your side of the…

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bashworth
Oct 23, 2022 9:24 am
bashworth
jimbo73
jimbo73
21 October 2022

Spetic tank how often pumped out

Spetic tank how often pumped out

its 3000 liters and 2 people in the house, last pump out was 4 years, do you think l should get a pump out soon or can l wait another year, also do you know roughly what it costs

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jimbo73
Oct 21, 2022 3:41 pm
vin83
vin83
20 October 2022

Building Concrete Pool with Blue Haven

Building Concrete Pool with Blue Haven

Thanks Stewie.. :-)

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vin83
Oct 20, 2022 3:31 pm
vin83
alang
alang
20 October 2022

Mitre joint porcelain

Mitre joint porcelain

Yeah I think thats the way im going to go - Sikaflex

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alang
Oct 20, 2022 7:00 am

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