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Biff Costanza
Biff Costanza
6 May 2010

$3500 sqm for an extension

$3500 sqm for an extension

I haven't done the numbers on our reno but I'm sure it's up at that rate :(

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Biff Costanza
May 06, 2010 6:58 pm
Biff Costanza
Raleighfarm
Raleighfarm
29 May 2010

Costing OB project for bank

Costing OB project for bank

Does anyone think it is still worth getting an estimate done if we can even though we have started building?

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Raleighfarm
May 29, 2010 8:38 am
Raleighfarm
AaA1
AaA1
6 May 2010

Does Building Insurance cover owner supply item

Does Building Insurance cover owner supply item

Hi Guys! Good news! Builder finally has sent us a cheque for the stolen intercom system! Thanks EBH! Cheers!

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AaA1
May 06, 2010 9:47 pm
phoenixrain
phoenixrain
7 May 2010

Celebration Homes WA?

Celebration Homes WA?

You should do a search of the forum as there is quite a lot of information on Celebration Homes. As you mentioned Dale Alcock, they are like their "sister" counterpart,…

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phoenixrain
May 07, 2010 3:13 am
phoenixrain
Martin
Martin
7 May 2010

Driveway concreting

Driveway concreting

plain concrete cost around 130-150 per cubic meter at the most. I reckon most would get cheaper then that normally. 50-55 for plan concrete is about right. I think the…

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Martin
May 07, 2010 9:27 am
Lex
Lex
7 May 2010

Tiling Question

Tiling Question

And then they did the walls (not to the ceiling, just builder's standard height) in those rooms (incl. bath hob) in less than 1 day too ... Forgot to say that there were…

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Lex
May 07, 2010 10:53 am
Lex
GypsyGrannies1
GypsyGrannies1
7 May 2010

Steel Roof Frame creaking/popping

Steel Roof Frame creaking/popping

A few years ago we owned a steel frame house but it had a colourbond roof and the ceiling was 25mm V-jointed Tassie Oak, then under the colourbond was sarking with…

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GypsyGrannies1
May 07, 2010 4:13 pm
Victoria_g06
Victoria_g06
8 May 2010

Contract Signing

Contract Signing

I just signed my contract on Thursday, frankly I couldn't go back to sign them again so I signed them on the day and we have 5 days to make changes or cancel. I already…

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Victoria_g06
May 08, 2010 7:35 am
Victoria_g06
kyiee81
kyiee81
8 May 2010

Abracadabra: MagicJ's Reno Thread - New green cookware :0)

Abracadabra: MagicJ's Reno Thread - New green cookware :0)
1 ... 4, 5, 6

i love green too, your house is amazing!!! we have 3 green feature walls in our home called 'paris creek' by dulux. I love your green cookware! I would never think of…

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kyiee81
May 08, 2010 8:13 am
kyiee81
Mimi79
Mimi79
8 May 2010

In between houses - short term rentals in Melb??

In between houses - short term rentals in Melb??

I would just apply and state what you need. The house we got stated 12 month lease only and NO PETS and here we are with an 8 month lease and a dog. Sometimes landlords…

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Mimi79
May 08, 2010 11:54 pm
Rowena
Rowena
9 May 2010

Roof tiles or Colourbond?

Roof tiles or Colourbond?

Colorbond :D We were tossing up between DFH & NBG and one of the deciding factors was the extra inclusions with NBG. DFH wanted an extra $6k for colorbond, which is standard…

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Rowena
May 09, 2010 12:18 pm
Rowena
Frogger
Frogger
9 May 2010

Ottomans - Melbourne

Ottomans - Melbourne

wow $100 thats even cheaper than what he has on his website! You got a great deal! I'm just waiting for him to come back from overseas...there is a message on his phone…

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Frogger
May 09, 2010 2:01 pm
RoadkillNZ
RoadkillNZ
9 May 2010

Display home locations. Brisbane. Gold coast

Display home locations. Brisbane. Gold coast

I was thinking that Google maps might have some on there as well.

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RoadkillNZ
May 09, 2010 3:02 pm
fox
fox
9 May 2010

Need to extend natural gas outlets : are there standards?

Need to extend natural gas outlets : are there standards?

Hi all, I'm looking to install a natural gas fireplace and also install ductal gas heating in an existing double story house. The house is concrete slab. The mains gas is…

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fox
May 09, 2010 5:49 pm
taki
taki
9 May 2010

Drain or something else at the back of the block

Drain or something else at the back of the block

Thank you dilla and kek, it's eased my mind a little bit, I've contacted developer and waiting for reply. Luckily drain is very close to the fence so should be around 5m…

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taki
May 09, 2010 7:09 pm
mummagoose
mummagoose
10 May 2010

laundry via kitchen?

laundry via kitchen?
1, 2

Geez Onc, and here I was looking forward to your opinion on the laundry/kitchen thing!!!! Thanks though :: :D

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mummagoose
May 10, 2010 12:19 pm
Yellow
Yellow
10 May 2010

Optus underground cabling

Optus underground cabling

As far as I recall Optus never did underground cabling? They ran the HFC (Hybrid Fiber Coax) network past a lot of houses, but that was all…

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Yellow
May 10, 2010 12:54 pm
75etd
75etd
10 May 2010

Changing title into sons names

Changing title into sons names

There are definately gifting rules for pensioners. You would definately need to speak to Centrelink.

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75etd
May 10, 2010 8:25 pm
netadelle
netadelle
10 May 2010

Help - Plantation Shutters - what's wrong with Basswood???

Help - Plantation Shutters - what's wrong with Basswood???

I've just ordered western red cedar shutters from ShutterKits. They are supposed to arrive Wednesday, we are going to paint and install them ourselves. So will let you…

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netadelle
May 10, 2010 10:22 pm
netadelle
JazzyPerth
JazzyPerth
11 May 2010

Atrium Homes in Perth

Atrium Homes in Perth

Has any one built 2 storey house with with Atrium Homes in Perth, any experiences with them etc..

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JazzyPerth
May 11, 2010 12:14 am
JazzyPerth
JazzyPerth
11 May 2010

Two storey Homes in Perth

Two storey Homes in Perth

Any one out there who can share their experiences of building 2 storey house with any builder in Perth?

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JazzyPerth
May 11, 2010 12:18 am
SpArKLyStAr
SpArKLyStAr
11 May 2010

land delayed: contract implications - need some advice!

land delayed: contract implications - need some advice!

Hrmm... cool, thanks guys. I think they're going to be nice enough and hold the price for us until October. But if it gets delayed any further, they'll pass on the…

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SpArKLyStAr
May 11, 2010 11:46 am
Steveo
Steveo
11 May 2010

Architect Required

Architect Required

Hi MMicallef, I used a draftsman for my design and he was great - actualy listened to what we wanted. Also a lot cheaper then an architect. He is Geelong based also. PM…

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Steveo
May 11, 2010 6:35 pm
Steveo
kiwichick
kiwichick
11 May 2010

What to do with leftover bricks from build

What to do with leftover bricks from build

The leftover bricks can be used creatively. If you need to lay a patio, the bricks look great used in a pattern in a concrete slab. The bricks will help tie the patio to…

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kiwichick
May 11, 2010 11:53 pm
wallacetai
wallacetai
12 May 2010

Handover / Moving Home Check List

Handover / Moving Home Check List

One other thing that wasnt in your original list was to get all carpets dry cleaned at your current rental. You mentioned you were going to…

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wallacetai
May 12, 2010 8:48 pm
Fiffaro
Fiffaro
13 May 2010

Wireless Intercom Systems

Wireless Intercom Systems

I bought a Panasonic cordless phone system with a total of four handsets. These can be used as intercoms, with the ability to call individual phones or all of them…

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Fiffaro
May 13, 2010 1:07 am
Fiffaro
Fiffaro
13 May 2010

brackets for bookcase?

brackets for bookcase?

If the bookcases stand on the floor, so that the brackets are there only to prevent the bookcases tipping forward, then they don't need to be particularly large or strong.…

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Fiffaro
May 13, 2010 1:16 am
kek
kek
13 May 2010

Why is everything painted fluorescent orange?

Why is everything painted fluorescent orange?

:lol: Our lot number is still recorded on the gutter in bright blue paint....more than three years after it was done. It needs to last throughout the build, until council…

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kek
May 13, 2010 7:22 am
kek
kek
kek
13 May 2010

How much are you insuring your new house (Building ONLY)?

How much are you insuring your new house (Building ONLY)?

Professional movers have the expertise and equipment needed to ensure that furniture is packed and transported safely and…

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kek
May 13, 2010 7:34 am
kek
tradeup
tradeup
13 May 2010

Anyone used Choc Brown Wood Venetians???

Anyone used Choc Brown Wood Venetians???

I agree with HappyCamper. We have these in our kitchen and although they look great, practically speaking I would avoid having them. When the sun shines on them, you…

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tradeup
May 13, 2010 8:54 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
13 May 2010

Clear Anodised Windows?

Clear Anodised Windows?

Annodised prices…

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ECOECO
May 13, 2010 1:10 pm
ECOECO
dreamz
dreamz
13 May 2010

Dollars and Sense!

Dollars and Sense!

One of the nicest advice i've been told personally in a long time! "Don't Build your home until you know exactly what you want... after all it's on of the biggest…

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dreamz
May 13, 2010 6:15 pm
gacho
gacho
13 May 2010

Does anyone know a good cheap person to remove soil ???

Does anyone know a good cheap person to remove soil ???

hehehe.. wish it was that easy :) Anyways.. just an update I called the site supervisor to our adjacent property and he promised to move the soil by the weekend.. *fingers…

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gacho
May 13, 2010 9:17 pm
aLLaNNa1
aLLaNNa1
14 May 2010

Need advice on adding wall power point.

Need advice on adding wall power point.

Yea we're building with a project builder...

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aLLaNNa1
May 14, 2010 11:14 am
Lunchtime
Lunchtime
14 May 2010

Getting rid of my pool...

Getting rid of my pool...

Would it be possible to seal the top with out destroying the pool incase you ever wanted it again?

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Lunchtime
May 14, 2010 11:49 am
TimmyDunlop
TimmyDunlop
14 May 2010

MOYA LED LIGHTING---LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE

MOYA LED LIGHTING---LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE

I'm assuming this is spam? Same post, posted on multiple forums within 12hours

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TimmyDunlop
May 14, 2010 12:48 pm
joeT
joeT
15 May 2010

CONCRETE SLAB ENGINEERING??????

CONCRETE SLAB ENGINEERING??????

Soil and concrete testers can do it, have a search in the yellow pages.

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joeT
May 15, 2010 9:10 pm
Rebecca1983
Rebecca1983
15 May 2010

Urgent help needed with layout

Urgent help needed with layout

Thanks for all the advice, we actually ended up redesigning the whole kitchen and pantry area about a week a half ago, we tried to move things around but basically ended…

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Rebecca1983
May 15, 2010 9:13 pm
OneShow
OneShow
16 May 2010

Tiger Tails - How much did you pay?

Tiger Tails - How much did you pay?

Hi All, We are in a particular energy provider's area where only this providers approved technicians can install tiger tails (rubber tubing that goes over the electricity…

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OneShow
May 16, 2010 7:28 pm
reddyva
reddyva
16 May 2010

is anyone building/has built with Eagle Homes?

is anyone building/has built with Eagle Homes?

Hi, I cant say yes right now that i am building with eagle homes, But i have paid 1K deposit to do soil test and come up with Contour plans. The sales guy i am dealing is…

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reddyva
May 16, 2010 8:33 pm
themax
themax
16 May 2010

Draftsman recommendations - Sydney (Sutherland shire area)

Draftsman recommendations - Sydney (Sutherland shire area)

Could have recommended myself if I had stayed on at TAFE. :shock: :roll: ::hyst:: :lol: :lol: :lol:

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themax
May 16, 2010 8:40 pm
themax
fairy blue
fairy blue
17 May 2010

Nearmap update - NW Sydney

Nearmap update - NW Sydney

My area is still the 12th of January! :(

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fairy blue
May 17, 2010 4:08 pm
fairy blue
Nightshade
Nightshade
17 May 2010

Before or after financial year?

Before or after financial year?

Don't know if it makes much difference. Someone like carpet sales might give you have a good special or can do a really good deal to make up their numbers for a particular…

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Nightshade
May 17, 2010 4:11 pm
kyton
kyton
17 May 2010

Convert DH's car to gas or not? $$ Vs. Space

Convert DH's car to gas or not? $$ Vs. Space

Trade it in for a vehicle that runs on diesel. To recoup the costs of gas conversion is hundreds of thousands of kilometres - financially it…

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kyton
May 17, 2010 7:12 pm
kyton
rojak1
rojak1
17 May 2010

infinity 88 - melbourne

infinity 88 - melbourne

anyone bought it? it's so hard to find any customer review on the net, it's an apartment though, not sure if i can post this. cheers.

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rojak1
May 17, 2010 8:45 pm
Frogger
Frogger
17 May 2010

How to get rid of acid in bricks

How to get rid of acid in bricks

Hi there,i need help how to remove acid from the brick,the cleaner cleaned our brick 8 or more weeks ago and our brick is turning orange in…

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Frogger
May 17, 2010 9:27 pm
zeke
zeke
17 May 2010

Instant Hot water on LPG. Bosch 16h

Instant Hot water on LPG. Bosch 16h

Hi I am looking at installing an instant hot water unit the runs on lpg. Can anyone help, with their experience , I am looking at a bosch 16h…

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zeke
May 17, 2010 9:41 pm
zeke
sara.alag
sara.alag
18 May 2010

Soakwells with builder or after handover

Soakwells with builder or after handover

hi bargainhunterbec, could u please pm the web address - its been deleted.

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sara.alag
May 18, 2010 11:18 am
vlt
vlt
18 May 2010

Engineering for HD soil and trees

Engineering for HD soil and trees

Your engineer should be working with plans which are fairly close to final. I would go with the 1st engineer given he wants ALL the info before providing a…

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vlt
May 18, 2010 11:39 am
klscomps
klscomps
18 May 2010

Objection to Plans next door. HELP!

Objection to Plans next door. HELP!

Agree with above comment. Fight it all the way if you have to as it appears that you had no knowledge of this possibility prior to purchasing your block. Good luck and…

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klscomps
May 18, 2010 11:41 am

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