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qebtel
qebtel
13 January 2014

conveyensor

conveyensor

Your paying for a legal professional to ensure every I is dotted and t crossed so there's nothing missed. Done properly they should be asking more…

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qebtel
Jan 13, 2014 4:10 pm
steevo
steevo
6 January 2014

Number of noggins in 2.7m wall?

Number of noggins in 2.7m wall?

Appreciate it fellas

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steevo
Jan 06, 2014 2:29 pm

Hi All, I have an outdoor space that I am hoping to build some bench seats into (preferably as storage boxes too) but am unsure what materials would be best suited. As…

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McReidy
Jan 04, 2014 12:58 pm
McReidy

I feel for our eventual neighbours at the end of the street (the block is unsold at the moment). Our street doesn't officially have a 1 or 2, it starts at 3 and 4. As a…

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ugbug
Dec 16, 2013 10:45 am
ugbug
Sunshine2013
Sunshine2013
4 December 2013

Building Home in Adelaide.

Building Home in Adelaide.

Tips? Do plenty of research

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Sunshine2013
Dec 04, 2013 9:33 pm
Sunshine2013
FairmontSAcustom
FairmontSAcustom
2 December 2013

Concrete slab question

Concrete slab question

Thanks adgn, I did wonder if they were levelling the floor. Thanks for giving me the specific term, I will google it :) On the weekend I further noted that they have…

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FairmontSAcustom
Dec 02, 2013 9:13 am
toecutter
toecutter
30 November 2013

bullnose verandah

bullnose verandah

Hi You could set it up against a wall and use a tape measure and straight edge to get the…

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toecutter
Nov 30, 2013 5:00 pm
FairmontSAcustom
FairmontSAcustom
15 November 2013

Gyprock question

Gyprock question

Ah. thank you for clarifying as I wasn't sure. We asked for no architrave as I wasn't keen on having timber windows and an architrave as thought it might be too 'busy'. …

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FairmontSAcustom
Nov 15, 2013 8:27 pm
Cameron32
Cameron32
13 November 2013

Exterior Colours - Advice

Exterior Colours - Advice

use PHOTOBUCKET.COM for upload images

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Cameron32
Nov 13, 2013 1:43 pm
Cameron32
tezzab
tezzab
6 November 2013

MagRoc

MagRoc

Looked into it for a long time. Still not readily available commercially, awaiting BCA approval apparently. Does seem like a very good product. several new similar options…

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tezzab
Nov 06, 2013 9:35 pm
tezzab
LastoftheMeridians
LastoftheMeridians
5 November 2013

Where do you dock your Roomba?

Where do you dock your Roomba?

Under ... anything. When I used to have one, I put it under a cabinet and it docked fine there - nobody really ever saw it. We have carpet now but when we get moved into…

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LastoftheMeridians
Nov 05, 2013 1:50 pm
LastoftheMeridians
StGeorgeBuild
StGeorgeBuild
31 October 2013

soil removal sa

soil removal sa

I'm after something similar... we will have about 80 - 100 tonnes of soil that needs to be removed and have been quoted about $5500 to get it done by the builder. I'm…

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StGeorgeBuild
Oct 31, 2013 3:03 pm
si618
si618
29 October 2013

Retaining walls - which side to start from?

Retaining walls - which side to start from?

Thanks, that makes sense, I'll give it a shot!

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si618
Oct 29, 2013 7:47 am
FairmontSAcustom
FairmontSAcustom
21 October 2013

Over spending in a certain area?

Over spending in a certain area?

The question you ask is hard to predict. As a family home I think you will prob be fine however if you are wanting to make money in the short term then I am not so sure. …

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FairmontSAcustom
Oct 21, 2013 8:57 am
bashworth
bashworth
6 October 2013

Builder/customer mediation in SA?

Builder/customer mediation in SA?

Normally your building contract should identify a mediator.... or you could try the Consumer and Business Services at this link: http://www.sa.gov.au/subject/Housing,+p…

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bashworth
Oct 06, 2013 3:29 pm
bashworth
southtoeast
southtoeast
24 September 2013

Concrete or paving around slab

Concrete or paving around slab
1, 2

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…

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southtoeast
Sep 24, 2013 7:40 am
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deluxes
Sep 23, 2013 9:12 am
deluxes
deluxes
deluxes
9 September 2013

hanging of shower shelves and towel ladders

hanging of shower shelves and towel ladders

Probably a general handy man or Hire a Hubby service would do the trick. I know you've mentioned previously that your hubby isn't particularly handy at home jobs, but…

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deluxes
Sep 09, 2013 2:16 pm
deluxes
Stewie D
Stewie D
30 August 2013

Which brand to buy a steam mop for brand new hardwood floor?

Which brand to buy a steam mop for brand new hardwood floor?

What is the hardwood floor coated in - poly or natural oil like Tung oil ? If it is coated in oil I wouldn't be using a steam mop on it. Stewie

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Stewie D
Aug 30, 2013 9:03 am
RagnarsWife
RagnarsWife
21 August 2013

Removalist wanted Adelaide october~november

Removalist wanted Adelaide october~november

It is a bit early but I need to find a removalist for around october november time, to move us over 42km ::smile:: in Adelaide If anyone knows or can recommend a good company (or…

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RagnarsWife
Aug 21, 2013 3:36 pm
RagnarsWife
Stewie D
Stewie D
20 August 2013

Waterproofing a cellar

Waterproofing a cellar

^^ l l And therein folks lies the rub of the tale for any kind of waterproofing to basements/cellars etc. Stewie

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Stewie D
Aug 20, 2013 11:21 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
20 August 2013

Dumpy's for Dummies

Dumpy's for Dummies

A dumpy is just a dumpy even a more modern one like that compared to my thirty year old Sokkisha. When you set the tripod up you have to push those prongs on the bottom of…

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Stewie D
Aug 20, 2013 7:25 am
hachy
hachy
18 August 2013

magellan grey grout

magellan grey grout

our house is still being built but we managed to get this pic of the bathroom floor which is magellan grout, not easy to see the colour given all the dirt on the floor. we…

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hachy
Aug 18, 2013 11:17 pm
hachy
The How To Studio
The How To Studio
9 August 2013

Building extra room under veranda

Building extra room under veranda

Can you be a little more specific? How is the veranda supported? Is it a waterproof structure or a concrete deck or just gapped timber boards? What's the clear height…

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The How To Studio
Aug 09, 2013 10:01 am
The How To Studio
kitchdog
kitchdog
6 August 2013

Driveway Seal - stain under the seal

Driveway Seal - stain under the seal

Hey guys, have had my driveway sealed a while ago and just noticed that there is a small amount of white bird poo which looks like it is actually under the seal - have…

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kitchdog
Aug 06, 2013 8:44 pm
LeanneR
LeanneR
29 July 2013

Exterior Colour - Earthy Grey choice?

Exterior Colour - Earthy Grey choice?

Woodland grey Dulux Malay grey Dulux timeless grey Dukux tea house That's some darker greys from top of my head

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LeanneR
Jul 29, 2013 1:26 pm
LeanneR
Lourance
Lourance
27 July 2013

Should I tell council we moved in?

Should I tell council we moved in?

I would say the council will just charge the arrears if they find an error and you could be up for a large bill. I would talk to them and if their is a lot owning I'm sure…

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Lourance
Jul 27, 2013 4:17 pm
StGeorgeBuild
StGeorgeBuild
16 July 2013

Limits of needing council approval

Limits of needing council approval

It depends what you plan to do. If its storing your caravan its probably ok. if its living in your caravan then different councils have different rules... some allow a…

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StGeorgeBuild
Jul 16, 2013 10:58 am
tezzab
tezzab
9 July 2013

Reinforced Concrete frame structure

Reinforced Concrete frame structure

One company that has a similar system that at it's core uses your concept is…

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tezzab
Jul 09, 2013 7:23 pm
tezzab
Pepsi_Drinker
Pepsi_Drinker
28 June 2013

Electrical Planning - Exterior Electrical

Electrical Planning - Exterior Electrical

Thanks Lurgen, We're having three-phase power too so hopefully that will help a but... ... My build has a three-phase termination point running…

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Pepsi_Drinker
Jun 28, 2013 6:39 pm
Pepsi_Drinker
uskelly
uskelly
24 June 2013

General amp requirements - common house appliances

General amp requirements - common house appliances

Upgrade of this relatively medium scale should not be that expensive. Around 1500$ and you will get pretty much enough 50amps

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uskelly
Jun 24, 2013 4:16 am
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tjilpi
Jun 13, 2013 11:22 am
deluxes
deluxes
10 June 2013

colourbond good neighbour fencing pricing SA

colourbond good neighbour fencing pricing SA

Happy to help guys :-) Sharing is caring! haha Also happy to recommend a good business as well! Cheers, Ally :D

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deluxes
Jun 10, 2013 9:55 pm
deluxes
Stewie D
Stewie D
10 June 2013

Render

Render

Knowing where you live is a good start ! Brissie, Melb, Moscow ? Stewie

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Stewie D
Jun 10, 2013 7:48 am
hachy
hachy
27 May 2013

Beige Floor tiles and a white kitchen? Help please.

Beige Floor tiles and a white kitchen? Help please.

yep apparently they are light biege tiles. i am sure whatever you pick it will look lovely :D

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hachy
May 27, 2013 10:08 am
hachy
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
20 May 2013

Drainage Issue - Help Needed

Drainage Issue - Help Needed

The foreground house wall appears to have wet patches on the bottom bricks. Does water also pool along here as well?

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SaveH2O
May 20, 2013 9:06 am
SaveH2O
Daveoz
Daveoz
16 April 2013

"Yorkshire fittings"

"Yorkshire fittings"

I think we're going with silver-solder joints. Thanks for the replies guys.

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Daveoz
Apr 16, 2013 2:13 am
newbuilder1
newbuilder1
26 March 2013

Neighbours and retaining walls advice please

Neighbours and retaining walls advice please

Thanks, I have them all filled out ready to go because I think they will be trouble.

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newbuilder1
Mar 26, 2013 8:43 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
21 March 2013

Gas VS Electric Hot Water System

Gas VS Electric Hot Water System
1, 2

I was thinking they might need to go at certain times. But intend looking into it.

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Saint Mike
Mar 21, 2013 3:09 pm
Saint Mike
LittleWing
LittleWing
29 March 2013

Feature wall colour help

Feature wall colour help
1, 2

Here's dark bedroom furniture with a gorgeous French grey.…

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LittleWing
Mar 29, 2013 8:54 am
LittleWing

buying lights overseas

buying lights overseas

I replaced my old lights in my bathroom the other weekend and found they weren't earthed, even though there was an earth terminal on the…

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installation inspector
Mar 06, 2013 7:39 pm
installation inspector
Beck75
Beck75
4 March 2013

Removing boundary fences

Removing boundary fences

The fence came down a couple of weeks ago and will be staying down for a few months. It can't go back up until the bricks have gone up. We did remove the fence ourselves.…

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Beck75
Mar 04, 2013 10:40 pm
Beck75
TomCat
TomCat
2 March 2013

Adelaide builder McCracken Homes ceases all projects, stops

Adelaide builder McCracken Homes ceases all projects, stops

Yes it is sad Helyn. I've heard a few people were happy with their homes. I hope you were. Leon in sales was fantastic. I will wait to see where he goes - maybe we'll…

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TomCat
Mar 02, 2013 12:57 am
TomCat
Liliana
Liliana
6 February 2013

Draftmans Drawings costs.....

Draftmans Drawings costs.....

Hi Tjilpi, I didn't mean to imply that any builder could do the drawings. Some builders are building designers as well and some have their own draftspeople or designers,…

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Liliana
Feb 06, 2013 7:16 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
27 January 2013

Turning side fence into gate

Turning side fence into gate

Yes - I have to have a gate - but not CB. Thinking wrought iron but large enough to get a bob cat through.

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Saint Mike
Jan 27, 2013 9:31 am
Saint Mike
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
20 January 2013

Issue with fence

Issue with fence

McReidy I see you are in SA. Go to your local Council and get a free booklet called Fences and the Law. Page 12 deals with fence damage as you have described (repairs…

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Uncle Arfur
Jan 20, 2013 1:09 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
16 January 2013

To build from scratch or renovate? $$$ question

To build from scratch or renovate? $$$ question

Here is an online calculator that can help you determine how much it is going to cost you to build http://www.homedesigndirectory.com.au/c ... PX7AUaL71A Stewie

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Stewie D
Jan 16, 2013 11:01 am
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
14 January 2013

Convert fence into a gate - possible?

Convert fence into a gate - possible?

The problems I can see with the above suggestion is how to make it lockable/secure pending any future insurance claim, should your trailer ever get pinched. I would…

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Uncle Arfur
Jan 14, 2013 5:58 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
14 January 2013

Under-Slab RWT

Under-Slab RWT

Maybe FF but the extra costs to strengthen the slab and then finding a builder willing to build it could cause problems I'd imagine. I like the idea though and would give…

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Stewie D
Jan 14, 2013 8:40 am

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