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arcadelt
arcadelt
19 November 2019

Urgently need a plumber

Urgently need a plumber

Search the yellow pages, looking in the classifieds of local papers and do an Internet search using the keywords "plumber" + your suburb or region.

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arcadelt
Nov 19, 2019 8:09 am
arcadelt
arcadelt
18 November 2019

Introduction

Introduction

Hello Jade - welcome. Tell us a bit about your home or your project.

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arcadelt
Nov 18, 2019 9:22 pm
Mr_Ed
Mr_Ed
17 November 2019

Clarendon Doorbell Wiring

Clarendon Doorbell Wiring

Hi all, I built a house in Clarendon’s Box Hill estate in nsw. They all came with identical doorbells and I’m looking into potentially changing mine. In addition to…

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Mr_Ed
Nov 17, 2019 6:53 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
16 November 2019

Help with this debate please about raised ceiling and bulkhe

Help with this debate please about raised ceiling and bulkhe

Your terminology isn't all that clear Try putting up a snap shot of the plans deleted the builders name/title box Recesses that required cuts to structural trusses needs…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 16, 2019 10:12 am
StructuralBIMGuy
dga
dga
15 November 2019

About Fengshui

About Fengshui

I don't believe in it myself, but there is an entire section dedicated to it here

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dga
Nov 15, 2019 3:10 pm
kumar2015
kumar2015
15 November 2019

Pimpama Suburb

Pimpama Suburb

Is Pimpama, QLD a good suburb to invest as I get mixed reviews like few say it is good with infrastructure and growth and few say 'Not to go' as it has over supply, crime…

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kumar2015
Nov 15, 2019 2:43 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
13 November 2019

Clarification about building process permits

Clarification about building process permits

Hi Vmoo Welcome to the forum 1. The simplified NCC is drawn from the structural base codes, ie, AS3600, AS4100, AS1720, I have never had a BS suggest structural changes…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 13, 2019 9:00 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Mirrmu83
Mirrmu83
12 November 2019

Streaky Paint. What to do?

Streaky Paint. What to do?

Most likely water going down behind the paint layer from the top ledge. Capping would help. If it continues would probably lead to blistering of the paint.

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Mirrmu83
Nov 12, 2019 8:52 pm
Sanders2
Sanders2
12 November 2019

Building new home

Building new home

I am nearly finished my house KDR. I learned a few thing that if I can redo again. First started with display home, volume builder then customize my own plan, then gone…

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Sanders2
Nov 12, 2019 11:19 am
K8e
K8e
10 November 2019

Building in Wongawilli / Kembla Grange-Illawara

Building in Wongawilli / Kembla Grange-Illawara

Hi there I can’t help with your question but I was hoping to see how you went with building your home as we are currently trying to decide if we should build in that…

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K8e
Nov 10, 2019 9:21 pm
arodc
arodc
10 November 2019

Help with yellow tongue noggins for garage door

Help with yellow tongue noggins for garage door

I’m currently installing yellow tongue noggins for a garage door based on nog maps from my garage door supplier. The required dimensions of the noggins obviously do…

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arodc
Nov 10, 2019 4:22 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
10 November 2019

Australian Bush Fire Current Hotspots.

Australian Bush Fire Current Hotspots.

The number of fires across Australia is eye opening and the satellite views showing the inaccessibility of many and the closeness to property and towns of others is a…

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SaveH2O
Nov 10, 2019 8:40 am
SaveH2O
Byron2
Byron2
9 November 2019

Scyon Hardies board need help

Scyon Hardies board need help

leaking upstairs verandah . .. scyon a hardies board was used and the specs in 2011 when used say to butt the boards together with the tongue and groove but apparently due…

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Byron2
Nov 09, 2019 5:59 pm
oatleybuilder
oatleybuilder
9 November 2019

On Site Detention - Charged Line?

On Site Detention - Charged Line?

Hi Rob, how is your build going? We are building in Oatley and have run into problems with our stormwater. In the end, what stormwater plan did you go with and was it…

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oatleybuilder
Nov 09, 2019 1:26 pm
Norfolk
Norfolk
9 November 2019

Builder Deposit

Builder Deposit

Make a written statement at the police station detailing the criminal threats made, and ask the police to take appropriate action in this circumstance for the safety of…

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Norfolk
Nov 09, 2019 7:03 am
JJ2019
JJ2019
8 November 2019

HIA Contract Metricon

HIA Contract Metricon

Hi All, I was going through a sample HIA contract that I got from Metricon. Here are some of the questions I have, if someone can help me? 1) Do the owner have to bear…

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JJ2019
Nov 08, 2019 8:54 pm
JJ2019
chippy
chippy
8 November 2019

Floating Table help

Floating Table help

Absolutely. It will have to have some decent support built through it. I'd be opting for a steel ladder frame then box it out with a whatever you want. The overall…

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chippy
Nov 08, 2019 6:51 pm
chippy
Shan_brad
Shan_brad
8 November 2019

Split level home

Split level home

Thank you It helped a lot ,we ll surely follow this before going to any builder

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Shan_brad
Nov 08, 2019 11:05 am
caseyK
caseyK
8 November 2019

Contemplating rendering

Contemplating rendering

Thank you, that’s definitely what I’m heading towards

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caseyK
Nov 08, 2019 6:27 am
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
7 November 2019

B1 Homes - Pre Start

B1 Homes - Pre Start

It depends, firstly who the lender is and secondly what you actually want upgraded

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Doozer1905
Nov 07, 2019 8:53 pm
Julesvj
Julesvj
7 November 2019

Simonds house flooring

Simonds house flooring

We are just about to start the process of selecting colours etc for our new Simonds home. Our last house…

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Julesvj
Nov 07, 2019 2:06 pm
Toby t
Toby t
6 November 2019

Gutter issue

Gutter issue

Hey guys, Just wondering if there’s a chippy or roof plumber who can give me some tips. I’m making a gable roofed patio attached to the back of my house. The rafters…

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Toby t
Nov 06, 2019 11:18 pm
wagga123
wagga123
6 November 2019

Colour help

Colour help

Hello, whatever colour select, go for the lightest shade available. It will keep your home cooler during Summer conditions and there will be less fading. Pity about your…

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wagga123
Nov 06, 2019 6:28 pm
dreamaussie
dreamaussie
6 November 2019

CCTV camera

CCTV camera

Swann camera outside buddy its have wiring done already

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dreamaussie
Nov 06, 2019 10:13 am
Mlk00777
Mlk00777
5 November 2019

Demolition - tree removal

Demolition - tree removal

May I know how much did the tree removal cost you?

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Mlk00777
Nov 05, 2019 9:54 pm
Anna4Chris
Anna4Chris
4 November 2019

Boston36

Boston36

Thank you! We love it

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Anna4Chris
Nov 04, 2019 9:08 pm
Anna4Chris
Melbournevic
Melbournevic
4 November 2019

Additional water heating

Additional water heating

Thanks and I agree with all your points, very helpful. I have asked my builder if possible for them to relocate somewhere appropriate in the ground floor. I was more…

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Melbournevic
Nov 04, 2019 3:31 pm
building-expert
building-expert
4 November 2019

certification needed to replace balcony handrails + awning?

certification needed to replace balcony handrails + awning?

Balcony handrails and stair balustrading are a safety issue as is a roofed structure. You may get some free advice from your councils building surveyor if you ask nicely.…

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building-expert
Nov 04, 2019 11:19 am
building-expert
Hillsbuilds
Hillsbuilds
2 November 2019

KDR in perth

KDR in perth

I know the feeling! When the kids are running about upstairs it’s like a herd of elephants. So we got hebel flooring in the new build

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Hillsbuilds
Nov 02, 2019 1:40 pm
isaia
isaia
1 November 2019

Anyone building in Montego Hills (Kingsholme SE QLD)?

Anyone building in Montego Hills (Kingsholme SE QLD)?

have you managed to build in Montego hills? if so would you mind sharing a few things from your experience? have you built a custom home?

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isaia
Nov 01, 2019 9:24 am
sweetswisssteel
sweetswisssteel
31 October 2019

Canadian HiKu 330w or Jinko JKM330M-60 Solar system?

Canadian HiKu 330w or Jinko JKM330M-60 Solar system?

Hi, 2 X 10.23kw systems, CEC installers etc, very reputable companies. Both Sungrow 10kw 3 phase inverters, only difference is one is Canadian HiKu 330w and the uses Jinko…

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sweetswisssteel
Oct 31, 2019 10:52 pm
Lorri
Lorri
31 October 2019

Cost of building in Tasmania

Cost of building in Tasmania

Hi ,Lorri here. we built in Tasmania 2 years ago.That was an experience. Will try and answer any questions.

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Lorri
Oct 31, 2019 9:00 pm
Lorri
SydSR
SydSR
31 October 2019

The Gables Box Hill , Akuna Vista Schofields or New Park Ma

The Gables Box Hill , Akuna Vista Schofields or New Park Ma

Hi , I am thinking to buy a land and came across these three ventures . All three have their pros and cons . can someone who has more knowledge and living in those…

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SydSR
Oct 31, 2019 8:42 pm
voz
voz
31 October 2019

Frames, Timber or Steel ??

Frames, Timber or Steel ??
1, 2

Agree with the above comment. I'm building again and this time steel frame and trusses. Cost is the same - depends on the builder.

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voz
Oct 31, 2019 5:31 pm

Thanks Kev, Our display centre is based in Wangara, As the house plan is displayed within a facility of over 800sqm, you are able to position furniture and temporary…

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koreahot123
Oct 31, 2019 1:00 pm
radiuz
radiuz
31 October 2019

Single cavity sliding door which can span 2.8 meters?

Single cavity sliding door which can span 2.8 meters?
1, 2

Not sure what state you are in but take a look at this website which shows standard cavity sliders upto 3500mm wide. https://www.cavitysliders.com.au/standard-range Good luck.

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radiuz
Oct 31, 2019 9:08 am
dalton999
dalton999
31 October 2019

garden patio

garden patio

i have just moved house,and the patio at the bottom of the garden is slabed,but theres about half a foot of sharp sand underneath so its sunk abit.i dont work now so am…

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dalton999
Oct 31, 2019 3:59 am
thangam
thangam
30 October 2019

camera for outdoor and indoor in sydney

camera for outdoor and indoor in sydney

Hi Iamsam, im also from same location , nice to know you would be my neighbour.

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thangam
Oct 30, 2019 9:06 pm
Norfolk
Norfolk
30 October 2019

Builder mistake

Builder mistake
1, 2

@dreamaussie I suggest you check the gyprock on your ceilings and walls is straight to NCC standards with no waves, bows or incorrect corner angles before you pay the…

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Norfolk
Oct 30, 2019 2:00 pm
DomG
DomG
30 October 2019

Waffle pod slab & deck drainage

Waffle pod slab & deck drainage

Building a deck near a waffle pod slab. I partially supported the deck on concrete pads with plastic under that. There are low points at these concrete pads. I believe the…

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DomG
Oct 30, 2019 10:40 am
derfelcadarn
derfelcadarn
28 October 2019

Advice about concrete apron around hebel home

Advice about concrete apron around hebel home

Hi guys, We're building a double storey Hebel veneer home in Victoria. We're trying to plan a concrete apron post handover and wanted to get some advice on the levels.…

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derfelcadarn
Oct 28, 2019 10:58 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
28 October 2019

termite inspection?how often?

termite inspection?how often?

Termites are one of the deadliest creatures that eat the wood or timber inside out and make it hollow .It would be recommended to have the termite inspection done every …

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Stewie D
Oct 28, 2019 7:24 am
Pancakesyum
Pancakesyum
27 October 2019

Rat urine in ceiling

Rat urine in ceiling

Hi forumers, Seeking advice on a rodent issue in my roof. I have recently moved in to a place and discovered there are rats having a party in the roof. Several different…

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Pancakesyum
Oct 27, 2019 9:32 pm
Parm1
Parm1
27 October 2019

First home

First home

Thanks tambovln , we still need to make decisions between SM and Metricon ,

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Parm1
Oct 27, 2019 5:23 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
26 October 2019

Restoring outdoor wooden table - options

Restoring outdoor wooden table - options

It may be Kwila, it may be teak or it may be some other sort of hardwood. The link below may be for teak but I am sure it would work for most hardwoods.

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Stewie D
Oct 26, 2019 7:34 am
KamadoJusto
KamadoJusto
26 October 2019

Room doors

Room doors

Inside your house you can have as many or as little doors as you want. And make them what ever colour you want. There are no laws that say you can or can’t have privacy…

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KamadoJusto
Oct 26, 2019 7:30 am
Pulse
Pulse
25 October 2019

Window Restrictor 125mm

Window Restrictor 125mm

louvres are what most people use now

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Pulse
Oct 25, 2019 8:52 pm
lormarg
lormarg
25 October 2019

Advertising letters

Advertising letters

Hi, I am looking to build a dual occ in shire of mornington peninsula. After submitting plans and receiving 2 pointless objections(time wasters). Is it vital to post…

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lormarg
Oct 25, 2019 11:08 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
24 October 2019

Couplex pods

Couplex pods

I doubt your builder has a copy of AS2870-2011 Residential Slabs and footings See section 3 Standard designs and consult with your own local engineer. OT, Generally, if…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 24, 2019 9:57 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Engineer
Engineer
24 October 2019

Dedicated forum spot for FOUNDATIONS - call for support!

Dedicated forum spot for FOUNDATIONS - call for support!

Hi homeone Any progress on getting a dedicated area for foundations so we can help folk with the most important part of their build? Regards

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Engineer
Oct 24, 2019 9:19 am
Engineer

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