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There is a whole lot more to know than just the answers you seek but they are a good start. Overflow outlets have a mosquito proof mesh. These…

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SaveH2O
Oct 01, 2023 1:30 pm
SaveH2O
building-expert
building-expert
1 October 2023

Pest Proofing Ventilation gaps in brick veneer home

Pest Proofing Ventilation gaps in brick veneer home

Brass fly wire, you will need to cut it, shape it and jam it into brick slots

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building-expert
Oct 01, 2023 6:31 am
building-expert

Hi all, Not sure if this is a good place for this question but I guess we'll find out! I'm a novice, building a modular room inside my garage/shed and need to create…

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Warren_
Sep 30, 2023 9:18 pm
KelliChilders
KelliChilders
30 September 2023

Indoor Plant Pots

Indoor Plant Pots

Can anyone recommend a good place to order indoor…

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KelliChilders
Sep 30, 2023 6:11 am
KelliChilders
Dan339
Dan339
29 September 2023

Timber or carpet on first floor- which looks good ?

Timber or carpet on first floor- which looks good ?

Thank you. Do I use timber floorboards for stairs or do people use timber treads? Or is both the same?

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Dan339
Sep 29, 2023 9:50 am
swam587
swam587
29 September 2023

What did this fireplace look like and restoration suggestion

What did this fireplace look like and restoration suggestion

No the fireplace doesn’t work. It’s been enclosed. I’m not sure what was removed, as it was done quite some time ago - well before what I can see with photos online…

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swam587
Sep 29, 2023 7:16 am
hammerthis
hammerthis
28 September 2023

If a Builder is taking deposits and not getting DBI how can

If a Builder is taking deposits and not getting DBI how can

Thanks. I called VBA today and they said it was a Consumer Affairs issue, the old handball. Seems like the government organisations don't want to do their job at the moment.

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hammerthis
Sep 28, 2023 7:17 pm
SydneyElle
SydneyElle
25 September 2023

Epoxy floors in living area

Epoxy floors in living area

That would be great -Thank you.

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SydneyElle
Sep 25, 2023 1:12 pm
SydneyElle
SydneyElle
24 September 2023

Most affordable paint brand

Most affordable paint brand

Thank you. That is really helpful. Once we get the place done and passed for OC we can upgrade in the future once we get back on our feet and not paying mortgage and rent.

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SydneyElle
Sep 24, 2023 8:35 am
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
22 September 2023

Progress Payments - Flood rebuild

Progress Payments - Flood rebuild

haha a draw? didnt realise we were battling!

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ponzutwo
Sep 22, 2023 1:58 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
20 September 2023

Zero Lot Issue & Need Idea

Zero Lot Issue & Need Idea

You must be new to the internet. You're also the only person anyone here has ever heard of washing their garage wall. I hate to break it to you, there are insects and…

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ponzutwo
Sep 20, 2023 8:30 am
strannik
strannik
19 September 2023

Mains water to new house

Mains water to new house

if it's the look that you're not happy with, the easiest option would probably be to spray paint it all into the same color as the walls so it blends in. there might not…

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strannik
Sep 19, 2023 2:03 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
18 September 2023

Feature brick discoloured

Feature brick discoloured

hmmm id assume youll get hit with the "natural product therefore variation in colour etc" excuse. How bad are we talking? One could argue that if none of the displays or…

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ponzutwo
Sep 18, 2023 2:47 pm
BuildingandLegal
BuildingandLegal
17 September 2023

Underground S Bend Plumbing

Underground S Bend Plumbing

Why do you say its blocked?

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BuildingandLegal
Sep 17, 2023 11:48 pm
BuildingandLegal
Xiaot
Xiaot
15 September 2023

Sinkhole formed in backyard - who is liable?

Sinkhole formed in backyard - who is liable?

Hi, Thank you for sharing this, you probably won’t believe someone me will have the same issue as your in 2023, 12 years later. Could you please let me know who would…

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Xiaot
Sep 15, 2023 5:22 pm
aferraro
aferraro
15 September 2023

builder requirements for DBI VMIA eligibility

builder requirements for DBI VMIA eligibility

I'm wondering if anyone knows what the requirements are of a builder to be eligible to hold Domestic Building Insurance for proposed works. https://www.dbi.vmia.vic.gov.au

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aferraro
Sep 15, 2023 1:05 pm
Froth
Froth
14 September 2023

New house land/slab drainage?

New house land/slab drainage?

Thanks for the heads up mate, greatly appreciated 👍

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Froth
Sep 14, 2023 1:16 pm
Froth
Turbo7
Turbo7
13 September 2023

Slab edge Dampness

Slab edge Dampness

Quarter of it

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Turbo7
Sep 13, 2023 9:48 pm
groundzero
groundzero
13 September 2023

Drainage solutions

Drainage solutions

I would find out how deep your clay base is and depending on the depth install a cut off drain which is more than a normal agi drain. Where the neighbouring walls is…

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groundzero
Sep 13, 2023 7:12 pm
Michelle
Michelle
13 September 2023

Exterior Painting Questions

Exterior Painting Questions

Hi.... no one answered because it's such a long post to answer. What's the most important thing in your post that you really need help…

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Michelle
Sep 13, 2023 6:47 pm
Michelle
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ponzutwo
Sep 13, 2023 4:48 pm
alexp79
alexp79
12 September 2023

Sand or soil to fill in a trench

Sand or soil to fill in a trench

sand is better drainage than soil

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alexp79
Sep 12, 2023 11:13 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
10 September 2023

URBAN MYTHS .... ?

URBAN MYTHS .... ?
1 ... 18, 19, 20

I get Netflix free via Foxtel. Amazing how many spam emails I get on Netflix. Anyone else get many ?

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Saint Mike
Sep 10, 2023 3:33 pm
Saint Mike
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
10 September 2023

Fairfield Council - Costs of a duplex and two granny flats

Fairfield Council - Costs of a duplex and two granny flats

Pandi This is a really good question that I do not know the answer to, but I will try and find out next week. Back to the original poster who was in Fairfield. We are…

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Ashington Homes
Sep 10, 2023 9:42 am
Ashington Homes
Moyston
Moyston
8 September 2023

Construction tolerance

Construction tolerance

i inspect..there is no construction tolerance or building tolerances. Your option to instruct council with your surveyors report as they would have possibly had to obtain…

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Moyston
Sep 08, 2023 5:43 pm
CallyNoon
CallyNoon
7 September 2023

Leak in wall new house

Leak in wall new house

If you make sure all taps inside and out are turned off, what does the water meter show if you leave it for a while.

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CallyNoon
Sep 07, 2023 9:02 pm

I want to build a decking to the drawn shape outlined in black. The problem is how close can I build to the gas hot water unit? Will I be able to build around it and be…

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20456
submacd
Sep 06, 2023 10:17 am
purplegold
purplegold
5 September 2023

Changing a window to a door - DA vs complying development

Changing a window to a door - DA vs complying development

Hi All, I'm new here! I'm in a block of 4 apartments (Waverley council) and looking to change a window to a sliding door. The window faces an enclosed garden (with a…

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purplegold
Sep 05, 2023 5:24 pm
Rezos
Rezos
5 September 2023

Sliding doors direction

Sliding doors direction

Pls help! The black marks show where our outdoor entertaining area would be along side of house as we have an irregular backyard and want to make use of the side as…

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Rezos
Sep 05, 2023 12:35 pm
building-expert
building-expert
5 September 2023

Water Underneath Timber Floor

Water Underneath Timber Floor

The most likely cause of your timber swelling (parquetry?) is either a plumbing leak or carelessly leaving water on floors after use or both. Without seeing, i am ignoring…

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building-expert
Sep 05, 2023 10:05 am
building-expert
Magilla
Magilla
5 September 2023

QLD Owner Builder Legislation.

QLD Owner Builder Legislation.

Hi all. Anyone know when the $11,000 limit was set in legislation for renovations in QLD? Ive been renovating for 5 years now and this was the limit back then. As we know,…

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Magilla
Sep 05, 2023 7:58 am

Hi, planning on using the attached stone pieces in my bathroom. I want to remove stains and gloss seal. Can I get some advice on best way to remove stains and best…

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Doz440
Sep 03, 2023 5:27 pm
greatdayne
greatdayne
3 September 2023

Can you build on both side fence boundaries (Victoria)?

Can you build on both side fence boundaries (Victoria)?

Hey everyone Not for me or anyone I know, just generally interested. For a single allotment house, are you allowed to take the fence on both sides of your house and…

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greatdayne
Sep 03, 2023 10:43 am
Hajra28
Hajra28
2 September 2023

Allura Homes in Liquidation

Allura Homes in Liquidation

Good riddance if you ask me. They stole so much money from me and my husband for doing initial design plans. Thank god we found another local builder around Pagewood and…

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Hajra28
Sep 02, 2023 10:05 am

Hi group, have some damage to the door frame and skirting board. It's a side door to the laundry area. Only has a security door. I had a termite inspection (note drill…

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tajb
Aug 30, 2023 12:30 pm
Ardo
Ardo
30 August 2023

Changing selections after getting bank loan

Changing selections after getting bank loan

How much are you ahead in payments compared to where the build is at? Have you fully drawn down the loan?

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Ardo
Aug 30, 2023 8:14 am
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KJones
Aug 29, 2023 9:11 pm
anjanawijerathne
anjanawijerathne
28 August 2023

Signature at Kellyville

Signature at Kellyville

Do not fall in that trap.

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anjanawijerathne
Aug 28, 2023 9:41 pm
stefcep
stefcep
27 August 2023

Sewer pipes under slab

Sewer pipes under slab

Thanks that link in particular is really useful.

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stefcep
Aug 27, 2023 1:14 pm

Dover white or surfmist garage door. I am having trouble choosing a garage door. The outside of house will be tranquel retreat. I want it to all blend nicely however I…

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shell8383
Aug 26, 2023 6:11 pm
Gee Mack
Gee Mack
25 August 2023

Material theft from site

Material theft from site

Different to what others have said but thanks for that insight.

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Gee Mack
Aug 25, 2023 11:14 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
24 August 2023

Devil in the eyes

Devil in the eyes

Where ethics are absent, money takes center stage, turning business minds into puppeteers of moral decay.

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SaveH2O
Aug 24, 2023 12:26 pm
SaveH2O
Shuma
Shuma
23 August 2023

Need advise on surfacing render interior wall

Need advise on surfacing render interior wall

I am looking for someone who might have tackled a similar issue as me. I have a few rendered interior walls, the surface condition is hardly flat. I can see all the bumps…

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8201
Shuma
Aug 23, 2023 1:58 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
22 August 2023

public open space contribution

public open space contribution

Cupcake.girl This really depends on your local council. Each one has different definitions and ways to calculate contributions. This is called a contribution…

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Ashington Homes
Aug 22, 2023 2:50 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
21 August 2023

Experts, experts everywhere.

Experts, experts everywhere.

I totally agree with everything you have written. Thanks again for your always excellent input and advice. I really enjoy reading your posts cheers Simeon

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Ashington Homes
Aug 21, 2023 1:11 pm
Ashington Homes
aferraro
aferraro
20 August 2023

SureFoot foundations

SureFoot foundations

our situation was a bit of a guinea pig in that structural work by the previous builder was defective and the house was almost completed, and our structural engineer…

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aferraro
Aug 20, 2023 4:27 pm
building-expert
building-expert
19 August 2023

Solid plastering around door frames - help... so confused :(

Solid plastering around door frames - help... so confused :(

If this is a custom build then I would expect the builder to set out the door frame closer to the wall to avoid the gap between architrave and the wall and or specify…

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building-expert
Aug 19, 2023 2:15 pm
building-expert
randoss
randoss
18 August 2023

Engineered Timber Installation - Floating vs Direct stick

Engineered Timber Installation - Floating vs Direct stick

Thanks Simon, I guess I'm no concerned with the volume of the noise rather that dead and hollow sound and feel that is associated with floating floors. But I'm not sure…

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randoss
Aug 18, 2023 9:41 am

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