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Mosquitoes at the front doorI noticed a similar thing at our old house, in a back corner of our alfresco. It was fairly dark and maybe a touch damp there, although there was no actual water laying… EmyN replied 7 October 2013 ago EmyNOct 07, 2013 12:22 pm Are eaves a standard inclusion?Thank you for your input seano I will take it on board.
Why didn't you kick up a fuss in the first place when the price didn't change when you… wombie replied 6 October 2013 ago Are my plantation shutters defective?WOW that doesn't look good at all and I feel for you as you go ahead and outlay good money and that's the quality of finish you get 
My wife is obsessed with this… wombie replied 5 October 2013 ago How long is your house taking to build?Haha. That is pretty impressive.
Wonder if they could do that in Oz ? Hmmm methinks not.
I liked one of the onscreen comments - "Not a single work injury ".
Stewie Parquetry flooring staining questionWhat a beautiful floor!
Anyway, best to get some pros in and show them the actual colours you're thinking about.
I think the colour options might be limited by the… Lex replied 30 September 2013 ago 5 Amp Light SwitchesPain to install-normal faceplate size is 114x73mm with 84mm mounting centres. For memory on a 80x80 plates the mounting centres are either 65 or 68mm. This will require a… E1109 replied 30 September 2013 ago E1109Sep 30, 2013 10:12 pm window treatments - your thoughts pleaseSorry i know this is a bit late. You can definitely get block out blinds. If you don't recess them and make them at least 20 cms wider than your window they will block out… Roof Lining OptionsHey, we recently bought a mudbrick home, unfinished project, the roof/ceiling is finished only with sisilation. Looking for ideas on lining options, eco friendly, and… jayman started a topic 29 September 2013 ago Need a pergola soonHi,
. And I went to local Stratco store and got a quotation for a DIY kit and it was $7000 for 45sqms. I'm not sure whether I can do it by… roofI'm sorry to hear of your battles & current issues.
Home Insurance policies cover event based damage, not gradual deterioration from moisture getting in. I don't know… deluxes replied 28 September 2013 ago Conveyancer / Lawyer?I used a Conveyancer with both my building experiences. On both occassions not one issue. Both settlements made by Brad Davies in Essendon. I would deffinately recommend… HIA Building ContractThank you ALL for your kind comments.
We're on top of the matter with the assistance of our Solicitor.
This a great Forum to be in and we would inform ALL our friends… What does land settlement involve?i bought a land that is already registered. shall i start shopping for a builder or do i need to wait until the contract is settled after 42 days? As per OurLindrum52's… Working for a big builderA friend's hubby quit his job to give this a go a few years ago and in 6 months of working in his display home he did not have a single person buy a home and because it… navs replied 27 September 2013 ago Wayleave EasementI'm not sure of the exact rules governing a wayleave easement ( all I know is that it pertains to electrical companies access to their assets like poles substations etc )… TinaGSep 26, 2013 8:58 am Bessa Block balustrade restoration HELP!Those type of walls are dangerous as a balustrade and not worth keeping or repairing. There is no reinforcing in them and they rely solely on the bond of the sand/cement… Waterlogged house stumps New HomeOur two year old home is built on stumps, on a slightly sloping block. The ground around the back and side of the house is waterlogged. I looked… Zone costs with the Big BuildersHi Crazyk, We are going to built in Strathfield and Wisdom has charged 10k for this  and their argument is most of the tradies live in the west… Concrete or paving around slab
Here what I have from my builder (taken from Csiro's guideline I guess):
... should extend outwards a minimum of 900 mm (more in highly re-active soil) and should have a… Clover - Bentleigh East progress?
Hi all,
Just bought a lot last week.
Any one please suggest a builder?
How long did it take you guys to get the permit if you broke the DDO.
Thanks! Stydye replied 23 September 2013 ago Recycle Tap Water PressureYour water supply utility should be able to help with information.
Mains water is now regulated at a maximum of 500 kPa for new homes. Recycled water is delivered at a… SaveH2O replied 23 September 2013 ago Show us your staircase ???Anybody with all timber stairs but with stainless steel balusters instead of glass as shown in the side stairs above? particularly interested in how the stinger capping… Vetra43 replied 22 September 2013 ago Exterior house painting adviceHi I am preparing to paint the outside of my chamfer board house and I have decided to use an airless spray gun to get the bulk of the wals done as quickly as I can. I… Bedroom windowsI have two floor to ceiling one metre wide awning style windows in my master bedroom which faces the street. Originally I just had wooden wide slat venetians on, however,… Floor to ceiling bathroom tiles
You can use . These composed of polyester fiber material, which is also a strong sound absorption and noise reduction material. The reason why they absorb sound is mainly… JB1 replied 19 September 2013 ago Copper Cladding????LS, send Tevor22 a PM as this will go straight to his email address. His original post was back in June and it looks like he doesn't log in here very often.
Stewie exterior colours - thoughts /suggestionsWe are doing our roof,front door ,garage door and gutters in ironstone as we were told by a 'professional' that its best if these match. Our fascias and downpipes are… FionaT replied 15 September 2013 ago FLOATING STEPS IN GARDENYes. Only 4 steps, so we will work out if making multiple frames may be the better option. Thank you for your great advice Stewie. Much appreciated. SLee replied 15 September 2013 ago land appraisalWe went for a 2nd opinion today. The guy said that the bank should have let us know that the land value is lower than the buying price before the cooling off period of the… Cost of TilingSome rough costs from quotes I've had:
Mitred edge: $15/Metre, $500 flat for 2 bathrooms
600x600 floor no screeding: $40-$60/m2
Bathroom walls/floors: $60-$80/m2
These… xxkatxx replied 13 September 2013 ago
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