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daisy20202-7
daisy20202-7
6 November 2021

Where to put a car

Where to put a car

Also want to add how would you be able to live on your own terms while living with parents or similar until am able to shift into own place which is usually best solution…

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daisy20202-7
Nov 06, 2021 7:34 pm
daisy20202-7
daisy20202-7
6 November 2021

Home loans

Home loans

south australia answers only Hi everyone in south australia those of you that bought blocks and built transportable houses on them how did you go about the financing…

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daisy20202-7
Nov 06, 2021 7:29 pm
Savagepuppy
Savagepuppy
5 November 2021

Strip footing or raft slab?

Strip footing or raft slab?

Thanks for the detailed explanation and the alternatives to raft slab. looks like I have more homework to do 😂(e.g. having suspended slab with Bondek or Speedfloor…

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Savagepuppy
Nov 05, 2021 11:29 pm
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
MCWith
MCWith
5 November 2021

Gaps between brick and window/ brick and door frame

Gaps between brick and window/ brick and door frame

Thanks so much, It went straight to message bank. I’ll try again after your meeting

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MCWith
Nov 05, 2021 11:09 am
MCWith
JoePathan
JoePathan
4 November 2021

Surface Drain

Surface Drain

Hi Working on my front yard, I found out the surface Drain PVC pipe is just a 1m 90mm pvc pipe connected with the 100mm PVC at the base using 100 x 90mm PVC Storm…

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JoePathan
Nov 04, 2021 7:50 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
Stewie D
Stewie D
3 November 2021

Driveway standards and issues.

Driveway standards and issues.
1, 2, 3

Don't get me wrong Moudzj. I appreciate anyones input into this forum like you especially the ones who are either in the building trade as tradies or pro's working in an…

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Stewie D
Nov 03, 2021 10:06 am
htn2021
htn2021
2 November 2021

Cost of 1 extra ensuite

Cost of 1 extra ensuite

Thank you diepiggy and Ashington Homes for the very helpful information. I checked also many posts from Ashington Homes and was grateful for the generosity of sharing the…

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htn2021
Nov 02, 2021 7:55 pm
Althom
Althom
2 November 2021

Advice on ‘abandoned’ estate by developer

Advice on ‘abandoned’ estate by developer

We had very much the same issues in our estate in Perth and the end result was the Council said although they'd included all the Developer's "promises" in their…

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Althom
Nov 02, 2021 2:45 pm
Althom
Munraj
Munraj
2 November 2021

Class 2 Amendments- NSW

Class 2 Amendments- NSW

CLASS 2 REFORMS This blog post…

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Munraj
Nov 02, 2021 11:31 am
carlz88
carlz88
2 November 2021

Gj gardner oakford

Gj gardner oakford

Hi everyone, Just about to begin our first home build with Gj Gardner Warrnambool. Anyone building the oakford 290?

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carlz88
Nov 02, 2021 10:40 am
sonycontactsforhitesh
sonycontactsforhitesh
1 November 2021

Build with Content-Living Perth

Build with Content-Living Perth

Hi All, Any reviews of c.o.n.t.e.n.t__l.i.v.i.n.g from someone who has built with them a few years ago. How are the properties keeping up? And how were your experiences…

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sonycontactsforhitesh
Nov 01, 2021 2:28 pm
JER
JER
31 October 2021

FZ DOOR v STANDARD DOOR (with FZ shutter)

FZ DOOR v STANDARD DOOR (with FZ shutter)

Hi we are in a FZ (northern beaches … residential beacon hill … who would have thought!?) We need a sub floor external door. Any advice on whether to get a FZ door or…

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JER
Oct 31, 2021 5:01 pm
BrookeS
BrookeS
30 October 2021

Capiphon/alternative to aggi

Capiphon/alternative to aggi

Hi Clath, Did you end up using Capiphon? If so, any feedback? Thanks!

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BrookeS
Oct 30, 2021 5:16 pm
MacRock
MacRock
30 October 2021

Modern facade - does it work with the rest of the house?

Modern facade - does it work with the rest of the house?

Hi - I am a little confused about how builders do modern facades? As in the roof and sides of the house will not have the same look - ie the builder is not offering flat…

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MacRock
Oct 30, 2021 4:41 pm
djx
djx
29 October 2021

Boundary distance in VIC

Boundary distance in VIC

We have finished our base stage of my building. My neighbour is amending their planning permit to build 20cm (originally 1 meter away) away from our boundary wall. Does…

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djx
Oct 29, 2021 9:23 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
29 October 2021

Foam vs cladding vs hebel for first floor

Foam vs cladding vs hebel for first floor

Funny enough it does on Upper floors with set backs/forwards as beams are required to carry approx 4 Tonnes ( total average) of extra load If the upper floor bears down…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 29, 2021 8:08 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
SunshineCoast
SunshineCoast
28 October 2021

Prelim deposit

Prelim deposit

I am in a similar position to you FIH. I paid the deposit to lock in the base price, then Integrale Homes increased the price drastically (over 50k). The only reason I…

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SunshineCoast
Oct 28, 2021 10:27 pm
jake_paul
jake_paul
28 October 2021

Rust colour stain on plaster walls

Rust colour stain on plaster walls

Whenever steel and other metals containing iron are regularly exposed to oxygen and moisture, they form rust.

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jake_paul
Oct 28, 2021 8:54 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
27 October 2021

Painting asbestos

Painting asbestos

I guess so if it says asbestos sealing on the label. Stewie

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Stewie D
Oct 27, 2021 8:07 pm
James59
James59
27 October 2021

How do I edit and delete photos

How do I edit and delete photos

How do I edit a post and delete photos, I use an iPad and it’s not allowing me to edit.

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James59
Oct 27, 2021 10:45 am
Sethor
Sethor
27 October 2021

Building an all electric house north of Adelaide

Building an all electric house north of Adelaide

All electric household is the way to go, Heat pump HWU's are one of the most efficient types. I went with the unit, very happy with it so far (March 2019 Install).…

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Sethor
Oct 27, 2021 1:00 am
Anita275
Anita275
26 October 2021

Rejection on DA application to NSW northern beaches council

Rejection on DA application to NSW northern beaches council

Hi Greatwabbit Can I ask what was the outcome of the rejection on DA application as we are facing the same situation. We are in Pitwater council, could you tell us the…

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Anita275
Oct 26, 2021 8:51 pm
mech2201
mech2201
26 October 2021

planning permit and building permit

planning permit and building permit

Hi Guys, just wants to know what private certifier does? I am planning to building a decking and a pergola in 3beds townhouse…

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mech2201
Oct 26, 2021 11:05 am
wagga123
wagga123
25 October 2021

Security window film

Security window film

Hello All. Interested to hear feedback on this product. In particular, does it actually stop entry into a dwelling if smashed. Thanks.

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wagga123
Oct 25, 2021 4:43 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
AseDE
AseDE
25 October 2021

Metricon Heble Pannels

Metricon Heble Pannels

Hi All, Is anyone built or noticed that what they provide with their double story constructions? Also, their render…

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AseDE
Oct 25, 2021 11:26 am
zaydenwood42
zaydenwood42
25 October 2021

Office setup/study area

Office setup/study area

Hey, your post is interesting and touching at the same time. Sometimes to go with life as it comes is the only key to keeping away stress. Also, my gut feeling says you…

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zaydenwood42
Oct 25, 2021 3:12 am
sakgcaus
sakgcaus
24 October 2021

Gold coast neighbour drainage

Gold coast neighbour drainage

Has anyone had any experience with dealing the the GCCC over drainage issues with a neighbour? While we are down hill from our neighbour and totally get that there will…

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sakgcaus
Oct 24, 2021 2:02 pm
alexp79
alexp79
22 October 2021

Cost of new ceiling - help with expectations

Cost of new ceiling - help with expectations

In that case, it is at least 6x more expensive than market rate. Generally you should not be paying more than $50 per sqm even in Sydney.

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alexp79
Oct 22, 2021 3:58 pm
Dale26
Dale26
21 October 2021

Fairhaven Riverview 26 review? Henley Monaco 25 review?

Fairhaven Riverview 26 review? Henley Monaco 25 review?

Do Not Build With Fairhaven. We had several…

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Dale26
Oct 21, 2021 6:26 pm
chippy
chippy
20 October 2021

Chinese cement sheeting in newer houses?

Chinese cement sheeting in newer houses?

Maybe I only work on quality builders sites. I've only ever seen Australian manufactured fibre cement board used on any site I've been on. I wouldn't put it past Chinese…

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chippy
Oct 20, 2021 11:08 pm
chippy

In the "old" days, it made sense to divert to a toilet to reduce the household use of mains water because back then, cisterns were usually 12/13 litre single flush units.…

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SaveH2O
Oct 20, 2021 12:52 pm
SaveH2O
building-expert
building-expert
19 October 2021

When house got internal wall cracks builder is pushback sayi

When house got internal wall cracks builder is pushback sayi

How serious is the house cracking? Has anyone taken slab levels?

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building-expert
Oct 19, 2021 10:51 pm
building-expert
Savagepuppy
Savagepuppy
19 October 2021

Screw piling chosen without the geotech report

Screw piling chosen without the geotech report

I thought so too, thanks for the clarification. :)

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Savagepuppy
Oct 19, 2021 5:45 am
bashworth
bashworth
18 October 2021

Current timber wait time

Current timber wait time

I was in my local Bunnings last week and they didn't have a single stick of 70 x 35 framing timber in stock longer than 900mm.

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bashworth
Oct 18, 2021 9:46 pm
bashworth
martin77
martin77
18 October 2021

Removal of Basix required water tank (NSW(

Removal of Basix required water tank (NSW(

Hi, I have recently bought a new townhouse which has a small backyard. Due to Basix requirements there are 3 x 2.5 meter water tanks which take up a large part of the…

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martin77
Oct 18, 2021 7:39 pm
Jason526
Jason526
18 October 2021

Adding 3rd bedroom

Adding 3rd bedroom

With existing plumbing and windows, it's very difficult to add another room. If you are prepared to re-do all plumbing and windows, you might be able to add another…

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Jason526
Oct 18, 2021 3:36 pm
chippy
chippy
18 October 2021

Garage wall construction

Garage wall construction

There are a number of reasons. Where are you building? Is the garage a zero lot wall? Are there eaves on the side of the garage?

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chippy
Oct 18, 2021 12:29 pm
chippy
Omearahawks
Omearahawks
18 October 2021

Developer cut and fill

Developer cut and fill

HI Guys/Girls, We purchased a block of land from a developer that had already had a cut and fill, the contract includes fences to boundary, the cut that was done has…

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Omearahawks
Oct 18, 2021 7:26 am
Allnamesrgone
Allnamesrgone
17 October 2021

How to split levels

How to split levels

It's bright because I hate dark houses and the kitchen is the brightest room in the house, it is in the middle of the house with no window, but it does have an 800mm…

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Allnamesrgone
Oct 17, 2021 6:33 pm

Hi, I'm thinking about converting the back of the house into a granny flat of sorts. There's currently a bathroom there, and on the other side of the wall to where the…

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jellybean.egg
Oct 16, 2021 9:45 am
building-expert
building-expert
15 October 2021

Section 88k

Section 88k

I cannot express legal advice but it seems that if there is a drainage easement then you should have right to access it for drainage. It seems that you will have to make…

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building-expert
Oct 15, 2021 12:00 pm
building-expert
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
chippy
chippy
14 October 2021

Getting charged for the material that was cut off. Does it m

Getting charged for the material that was cut off. Does it m

Did you agree to the price he has charged you?

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chippy
Oct 14, 2021 10:08 pm
chippy
Jacinta Rich
Jacinta Rich
14 October 2021

New Build Contracts

New Build Contracts

Thanks so much for your help and information. Jacinta

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Jacinta Rich
Oct 14, 2021 8:57 pm

Hi, Looking for some advice please. I've hung a boxing bag (aqua bag) from a steel 6x2 patio beam which spans about 5 metres at a slight angle. The bag weighs approx…

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Geordiebloke72
Oct 14, 2021 5:45 pm
Kippers01
Kippers01
13 October 2021

splashback tile lippage

splashback tile lippage

The kitchen company is responsible for their contractors' work including proper measurements and supervision, unless you have contracted each trade yourself individually.…

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Kippers01
Oct 13, 2021 7:46 am

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