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sheznay
sheznay
23 March 2011

Retaining walls and fences

Retaining walls and fences

Hi - thanks for your reply. Yes I would just like the fence to step down at the end of the retaining wall. I always 'assumed' we could just get taller sheeting to…

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sheznay
Mar 23, 2011 3:51 pm
sheznay
Dilbert_Perth
Dilbert_Perth
22 March 2011

Plumbing in PEX Piping & Termite Treatment

Plumbing in PEX Piping & Termite Treatment

You are right P_D, and they have changed it to a copper main from the meter along the side of the house with PEX branches running in conduit through the slab. I was told…

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Dilbert_Perth
Mar 22, 2011 2:46 pm
Dilbert_Perth
chrisandkate
chrisandkate
4 April 2011

Paying for Substandard Work?

Paying for Substandard Work?

No I would pay the price that I was quoted. My key point is IF the the grano admits fault and says they'll fix it, then they should be given the opportunity to do so. If…

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chrisandkate
Apr 04, 2011 9:22 am
mapcalla
mapcalla
11 March 2011

home coolroom?

home coolroom?

What did you end up deciding? I hear this guys are pretty good: www.burtonindustries.com.au

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mapcalla
Mar 11, 2011 12:35 pm
mishb
mishb
7 March 2011

Old weatherboard homes

Old weatherboard homes

It's a style you either love or you don't. You don't generally buy a weatherboard house because it's practical. There is a certain amount of maintenance that comes with…

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mishb
Mar 07, 2011 7:32 pm
bashworth
bashworth
5 March 2011

Help fixed price contracts plus pc and ps

Help fixed price contracts plus pc and ps

It depends if the need for the change could have been reasonably forseen at the time of giving the fixed price.

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bashworth
Mar 05, 2011 7:53 am
bashworth
peterkelly03
peterkelly03
23 March 2011

Sinks in toilets and kids!

Sinks in toilets and kids!

lol ... my son had a liking for my lipstick around the age 3 ... he'd eat it, draw with it (carpet, toilet, vanity and tiles) or just smush it…

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peterkelly03
Mar 23, 2011 11:14 am
jbyway
jbyway
16 February 2011

Stolen Electricity

Stolen Electricity

We have to pay for our electricity during our build and I wouldn't be happy if someone was using our power meter. Thankfully we have no one building along our part of the…

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jbyway
Feb 16, 2011 5:38 pm
Huggy_B
Huggy_B
3 February 2011

Garage Door Material

Garage Door Material

it gets bloody hot. go to a display home and stand in there with it shut on a warm day

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Huggy_B
Feb 03, 2011 4:13 pm
Huggy_B
Spycar
Spycar
2 February 2011

Cinema Room Renovation Enquiry

Cinema Room Renovation Enquiry

Hi, I have a cinema room with an opening of 2.23m. I have browsed through the internet to look for door profile and it seems like a pivot or double door with frame will…

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Spycar
Feb 02, 2011 4:28 pm
drewhawk
drewhawk
26 January 2011

ducted vacuum

ducted vacuum

Can anyone recommend a ducted vacuum installer in Perth?

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drewhawk
Jan 26, 2011 11:29 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
17 January 2011

Pools and Electric Shocks

Pools and Electric Shocks

They detect a difference from the current flowing in to the current flowing out as they should be exactly the same any difference should trip…

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ECOECO
Jan 17, 2011 10:35 pm
ECOECO
Casa2
Casa2
17 January 2011

Constant builder problems, what to do?

Constant builder problems, what to do?

No they cannot change the design without your authority. The contract must be fulfilled. If the builder requests a change (it can only be a request) AND you prefer the…

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Casa2
Jan 17, 2011 10:11 pm
gabbybuild10
gabbybuild10
17 January 2011

Building your own brick shed r u allowed??

Building your own brick shed r u allowed??

thanks guys that info is a great help :: ::

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gabbybuild10
Jan 17, 2011 7:44 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
22 January 2011

Reticulation problem

Reticulation problem

iduno, cheers mate :)

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TheGardenWhisperer
Jan 22, 2011 12:06 am
TheGardenWhisperer
meatbag
meatbag
14 January 2011

Furnishings requisition

Furnishings requisition

Perfect, hats just what im after. Thank you!

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meatbag
Jan 14, 2011 9:27 pm
meatbag
Pat the draftie
Pat the draftie
13 January 2011

Front Wall Plans For Council Submission

Front Wall Plans For Council Submission

I could probably help you out here. There are two steps: 1)Architectural drawing indicating plan location and elevations of proposed wall, maybe a few details and…

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Pat the draftie
Jan 13, 2011 11:04 am
Pat the draftie
simon88
simon88
9 January 2011

Electrical works

Electrical works

Hi. I will explain a little about the cabling requirements for you. Cables need to be protected against mechanical damage. This means if the cables are run anywhere where…

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simon88
Jan 09, 2011 9:16 pm
darrell81
darrell81
30 December 2010

timber frames

timber frames

darrell (or anyone else), while on this issue, what are your thoughts on noggins that are cut too short for the space between the studs? A friend…

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darrell81
Dec 30, 2010 11:29 am
dan44
dan44
27 December 2010

hot water system

hot water system

You are spot on with the gas boost solar hot water system being the most efficient to run, yet its only econmical if you have gas (natural) running into your home. If you…

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dan44
Dec 26, 2010 11:58 pm
RoofPlum66
RoofPlum66
23 December 2010

Knocking down wall - how can this be solved?

Knocking down wall - how can this be solved?

Cool Mick If your going to do the ceiling yourself to (isnt hard) go so the guy at the ceiling shop in bayswater they got everything there. our laundry ceiling only cost…

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RoofPlum66
Dec 23, 2010 3:45 pm
RoofPlum66
RoofPlum66
21 December 2010

Gates in Perth

Gates in Perth

Well got the phone call in morning Hi its blah blah from idiot city i got your brace all powder coated ready to put on again Great i said Can i come around now to fit it…

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RoofPlum66
Dec 21, 2010 9:11 pm
room4acubby
room4acubby
20 December 2010

Concrete Pump hire costs?

Concrete Pump hire costs?

Our site cost estimate included an additional concrete pump for $750. This may be a lot cheaper because of the fact that it was additional. I know that they never used it though.

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room4acubby
Dec 20, 2010 8:59 am
room4acubby
freakychick
freakychick
5 December 2010

Perth - where to start to repair leaking roof on extension

Perth - where to start to repair leaking roof on extension

Hi Everyone! My Hubby and I are in the process of buying a house. Once we get through settlement, I need to locate someone to fix up an extension that was added to the…

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freakychick
Dec 05, 2010 4:33 pm
freakychick
mydreamhom3
mydreamhom3
5 December 2010

West Australia Housing Centre?

West Australia Housing Centre?

hi everyone, thank you for posting. update: at the moment, there is no movement, not going to be building just yet. the house im in make me cry every time i get up the…

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mydreamhom3
Dec 05, 2010 1:19 am
chuth77
chuth77
11 December 2010

OB BUDGETING WORKSHEETS / WORKBOOK OR SOFTWARE??

OB BUDGETING WORKSHEETS / WORKBOOK OR SOFTWARE??

Try this... http://www.ownerbuilderspage.com.au/category3_1.htm I've used it and can vouch for how easy it is to use, but so comprehensive…

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chuth77
Dec 11, 2010 6:40 pm
Debooy
Debooy
22 November 2010

bore help needed!!

bore help needed!!

Dont feel bad, similair thing happened to us. Bore was working when we looked at property, when we moved in nothing happening. We finally got the guy out that done all the…

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Debooy
Nov 22, 2010 8:17 am
Debooy
sheznay
sheznay
15 November 2010

Any tips for a 1st timer

Any tips for a 1st timer

Hi 1st timer - i'm actually a building broker myself so take this advice as you please. If you're looking for a standard home design then value for…

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sheznay
Nov 15, 2010 11:24 am
sheznay
nickmakwell
nickmakwell
14 November 2010

Problem with easement

Problem with easement

david, thanks for your response. yes, the existing access driveway is technically a part of the titled land, so your first proposal is correct. the vendor doesn't want…

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nickmakwell
Nov 14, 2010 12:19 pm
kek
kek
10 November 2010

Clothesline/Clothes Rack questions

Clothesline/Clothes Rack questions

Clothesline thread: http://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=35624&hilit=clothesline Weigh up future needs (ie family-sized washing…

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kek
Nov 10, 2010 9:04 pm
kek
kerry-ann
kerry-ann
7 November 2010

Ceiling height verses door height

Ceiling height verses door height

Thanks Ladies, Julie-Anne i'm sorry i thought i thanked you before for your photo's,which look lovely by the way. cheers

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kerry-ann
Nov 07, 2010 9:53 pm
ruka2007
ruka2007
7 November 2010

FREE SAND FILL - south or river

FREE SAND FILL - south or river

Probably too late but did you get anyone to take your sand? Let me know.

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ruka2007
Nov 07, 2010 4:14 pm
ref_kt
ref_kt
5 November 2010

Help needed

Help needed

i guess im lucky in the fact i am the only person using both his and hers WIR at my place, so can afford to lose the corner area as space sounds like a great idea with…

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ref_kt
Nov 05, 2010 8:22 pm
ref_kt
chrisandkate
chrisandkate
5 November 2010

Floor power point?

Floor power point?

Sorry, I missed the location of the power point being an issue as well. I only looked at the switching on and off part.

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chrisandkate
Nov 05, 2010 7:10 am
bombaman
bombaman
4 November 2010

Trades Wanted WA Piara Waters

Trades Wanted WA Piara Waters

* Flooring (Bamboo/ Wood) * Outdoor paver mainly Liquid Limestone / landscaper * Reverse Ducted A/C * Electrician for complete lighting and…

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bombaman
Nov 04, 2010 10:33 am
Lady Mich
Lady Mich
2 November 2010

Help with identifying cladding

Help with identifying cladding

It's very very expensive. We've been quoted around $1,900 for a small amount of cladding on our elevation, and that's at cost. But it does look fantastic :)

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Lady Mich
Nov 02, 2010 9:49 pm
Tomartyn
Tomartyn
2 November 2010

Major Wiring Concerns

Major Wiring Concerns

Thankyou for the response, and sorry for putting it in the wrong spot, thanks for moving it mods! >.< We just got our loan through so we're going to be getting people in…

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Tomartyn
Nov 02, 2010 1:20 am
lilizzy7
lilizzy7
28 October 2010

For those who built with Homebuyers Centre - Help!

For those who built with Homebuyers Centre - Help!

Thanks, I hope so too! Good news is we signed with them today! Our consultant has been so helpful over the last few…

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lilizzy7
Oct 28, 2010 1:51 am
Reccymech
Reccymech
26 October 2010

Recommended Shed/Workshop sales and installers in WA

Recommended Shed/Workshop sales and installers in WA

We had a 6 X 7 X 3 shed (gable roof) installed by a local metro outdoor supplier. They had their own installer, we supplied the concreter. Due to the design a bottom frame…

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Reccymech
Oct 26, 2010 11:45 am
huiting
huiting
26 October 2010

hi there, is there anyone build their house by ROSS NORTH th

hi there, is there anyone build their house by ROSS NORTH th

hi there, is there anyone build their house by ROSS NORTH through the consultant in southern river? Please give some feedback, thanks

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huiting
Oct 26, 2010 12:16 am
lisa10
lisa10
25 October 2010

Cost of building

Cost of building

There really are some terrible situations out there - it seems there is a body to protect builders, but nothing for us (except expensive lawyers!) Thanks for all your…

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lisa10
Oct 25, 2010 9:48 pm

Hi jad190299 I think you will be please with the software i found it very easy to use. Hahahah i know what you mean about our ladies, but on the other hand they seem to…

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Jan 01, 1970 10:00 am
Casa2
Casa2
21 October 2010

Electrical Conduits in WA

Electrical Conduits in WA

Try to avoid horizontal runs and don't put a conduit on both sides of the wall (keep them at least 60 mm apart).

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Casa2
Oct 21, 2010 4:57 pm
1st timer
1st timer
20 October 2010

City of Melville WA

City of Melville WA

cool, thanks

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1st timer
Oct 19, 2010 11:19 pm
jbyway
jbyway
18 October 2010

Builder reneging on inclusions -URGENT ADVICE NEEDED

Builder reneging on inclusions -URGENT ADVICE NEEDED

Good news! The builder came to the party and paid for the inclusions worke out to $1000 worth had we had to pay for it ourselves.

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jbyway
Oct 18, 2010 9:39 pm
buildingwest
buildingwest
18 October 2010

House Designs for North Facing Block

House Designs for North Facing Block

Hi, It may be helpful to give the width and length of your block. Do you have any restrictions for your build? For example some estates you are not allowed to build on…

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buildingwest
Oct 18, 2010 4:51 pm

Hi, I've got BIR in all the bedrooms, but they are bricked down to 24 course and the ceiling inside is at 28 course, so there is a bit of space to store things on the top…

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iduno
Oct 16, 2010 9:07 am
Wateman
Wateman
7 February 2012

House painting Prices

House painting Prices
1, 2

Be careful of picking the cheapest too.. My parents picked the cheapest quote, guys ad said 40 years experience but it was the worst job ive ever seen.. He painted over…

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Wateman
Feb 07, 2012 5:54 pm
Wateman
jbyway
jbyway
14 October 2010

Liquidated Damages Clause

Liquidated Damages Clause

Thanks everyone. Hopefully the builder will let me put the clause in. I guess I can pull the whole "well why are you worried about having this clause in the contract if…

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jbyway
Oct 14, 2010 10:46 pm

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