General Discussion

Estimator

2 March 2010

Advice needed Re: Fence

Please correct me if I'm wrong, but Your house is nearly complete, so it's not that the neighbour accessed a vacant block of land. I disagree with the comment that it's…

onc_artisan

3 March 2010

Builders warranty for these defects? Please advise.

The short length has 'let go' as the longer sidewall is somewhat tied into the brick mortar lines (indents). The corner that leads to where the HWS would be the path of…

cazoraz

3 March 2010

What makes a bath parent's-back friendly?

Getting in with them or putting them in the shower. Baths are paaaaaaaaaainful when bathing little babies or toddlers, I'm glad ours love the shower

whattodo

3 March 2010

What is the height of your Ceilings?

Our extension is having 12' celings to match with the existing 4 rooms and hallway that we are keeping (1925 bungalow). The ensuite, main bathroom and laundry will be…

keyboardwarrior

3 March 2010

Estimated Cost:Fascia Boards + Eaves ?

Hello All, I need some help and I was thinking someone may have the answers i need. I need to replace the Fascia Boards around the roof on my house and was wondering how…

BecH

3 March 2010

QLD Builders, QLeave???

If you hate the QLeave levy, then maybe I shouldn't mention the brick training levy built into the price of bricks and blocks??

fairy blue

3 March 2010

EVE estate - Cranbourne North

Hi there, Anyone living in this estate yet? Thanks/regards Leanne (Arrived in Melbourne 6 weeks ago from South Africa …

larajane

3 March 2010

Furniture Stores Melbourne

Thank you I have heard of them, I think there is one on Frankston/Dandenong road in Dandenong from memory. Will definatley go in and have a look!

Lunchtime

3 March 2010

Tile choice, polished rectified or not polished rectified!

we were looking at similar - on the website these tiles are $42m2 to buy but the builder wants to charge $60 fully installed (this includes the allowance for the 'included tiles')

Jazzie

3 March 2010

Doorless linen cupboard?

The builder (relo) said we didn't need doors - can't remember why but I went along with it at the time. The laundry is a long room off the kitchen (linen press at end…

pinkdiamond

3 March 2010

2 metre high retaining wall + young children

We had one that high and yes my son jumped off it , he is fine (I THINK) never did it again though

bacchusboy

4 March 2010

Besser Brick outbuilding

Hi, I am seeking some info on building a besser brick/block structure as an outbuilding/storage shed. I want to make it two stories, but am stumped before I begin. How do…

Guest

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Oh, and Ill move this to coffee break

thecat

4 March 2010

Building regulations

Hi, Seemed a relevant thread to re-open..... I too am from UK doing an owner builder rennovation looking to do most of the building work myself (e.g. framing, flooring,…

Mrs B

4 March 2010

Iron gate at front of portico?

Its Annietom's House She also put a glass screen on the edge...really nice finish. viewtopic.php?f=31&t=20394 Mrs B

davidstrataadvice

4 March 2010

Renovations of a Strata Unit

I am looking for help in regards to getting a advice and quotes for renovations of a strata unit property. It relates to the rooftop which is on my title, I want to put…

buildingadreamhome

4 March 2010

Who's connecting your power pole in Sydney?

That's perfect thanks MrsR. I think I'll be going through Fair Trading to find someone.

ani

5 March 2010

Recommend me a painter (Perth, WA)

House going great! I'm not finding it easy to find the time to post or put up photos. The tiling is about to start and I've just had the grano done in my garage

aarons19

5 March 2010

Guttering System Expenses

How much would it cost to get your guttering system renovated? Do you have any tips on how to keep it low-cost?

Macy

5 March 2010

Heat Pump hot water system ? yes or no ?

Thanks for the comments. Looks like we won't be testing out how they go here, all the local suppliers regardless of brand steered us towards solar for our climate.

kiwi

5 March 2010

to extend or sell and renovate

so what did you decide to do? Nicky

seals

5 March 2010

Storm Water Pit

Hey All, The council have rejected my plans as I am trying to build my garage on a storm water pit. They said they have no issue me building on pipes just not the pit. My…

camyperth

5 March 2010

North Facing Homes

Hi, The house we are in now is north facing. We built it 16yrs ago, Going by your plan yor main bedroom is north facing, We have three rooms at the front, lounge with eave…

Redman

6 March 2010

Internet Service Provider

100gb/s = 4 gb DVD takes 1 minute or thereabouts. I wonder if its worth it unless you run a server, intend to get TiVO should it ever come or similar "on demand" movie…

camyperth

6 March 2010

BUILDING CONTRACT

hehehe - obviously it's not easy to get away from H1 then - hopefully I'll not get addicted... - I'll have a look at your thread... ok…

just Erin

6 March 2010

Do I report this damage now? If so, who to?

Report the water meter to your water authority. Our storm water pit was damaged a few times while our road was being built. The council fixed it all up for us. After…

Mantas

6 March 2010

Outdoor fire place and materials

Thanks for that cherub. Great diagrams, I didn't realize they were so big. Seems like a lot of work and I'm not sure that I'm serious enough about my pizzas for that. I…

FelixJohns

6 October 2016

Tree Removal in Brisbane

You can get the assistance of professional tree removal service to avail reliable service...

Frogger

6 March 2010

Notifying builder of building inspector

Hey Polo thanks so much, I will go have a read of that thread

hsv216

7 March 2010

boundry regulations nz

Hi Dez, I cannot help you, but I would think best bet will be the local Council. It seems that there are different rules for different councils, so think would be the…

Macy

7 March 2010

Glass bricks

No-one has glass bricks any more?

Helyn

7 March 2010

What is your carpet preference??

I had carpet for a while in my old house which must of been plush - it had the characteristic you mention that tread marks, vacuuming lines etc stood out, always made it…

Nic_s

7 March 2010

Glass sliding wardrobe doors

No Packers in NSW.. Great pics on website though.

MrsRose

7 March 2010

Amber have 25% off Boral Pavers & free delivery in NSW & ACT

Hi All, Currently out shopping for pavers and came across this internet deal which I thought I would share - its valid for the next 2…

rosypaige

7 March 2010

Kids Outdoor Play Areas

That's the one I was looking for Purple Butterfly! Thanks. Found to-do-lists, Fairy Blue - that's the one that gave me the original idea. It's fantastic.

swarvy

8 March 2010

What first - internal doors or painting ?

doors need to be hung first so they all hang correctly then painters remove them and re-fit them.

fruitty

8 March 2010

FHOG

You can apply for an extension if there are reasonable reason for the delay.

jaelee

8 March 2010

AUST STANDARDS

If you contact your local council they have all that information. We picked up a couple of flyer sheets they had. We are just going through the process now (fibreglass…

kek

8 March 2010

alternative to plantation shutters in walls

These timber screens aren't in wall voids, but used between rooms instead of walls:…

nine2eight

9 March 2010

Balcony balustrade suggestions...

Yea thought so...I'm think I'm over the wires look at the moment anyway, and steering away from glass..maybe just a nice wood panel or similar..also need to redo a side…

donuts

9 March 2010

anyone bought anything thru adrians.com.au?homewares website

thanks haywgl & CJV glad to see others like it as much as me! i think i might give them a shot anyway, if i can save $50 going thru them.

page26

10 March 2010

Builder recoomendations please

Hi, unlike my project if you're building in a new estate you can build with pretty much any major volume builders. I don't know anyone who built with them - in fact I…

kek

10 March 2010

Do they have to re-clear our block? - ANSWER

Hmm. One thing I've learned is to never rely on anyone's verbal assurances. No matter how trivial it might seem, put it in the contract... Lucky it's worked out OK…

TheGardenWhisperer

10 March 2010

Costa's Garden Odyssey on SBS

next Thursday folks 8pm SBS 1

merbert

11 March 2010

Builder for Reno Recommendation?

Can anyone recommend a builder who works in the Fitzroy North area for a renovation to a Victorian terrace? Yes - I know word of mouth is supposed to be the best, but the…

Eager

11 March 2010

Sold our house ... again!

Shows how often I look at the General Discussion…

borg

12 March 2010

CSR vs Boral Plasterboard Quality. Which one is better?

I think there might be a difference in the label. One say Boral Plaster board the other says CSR plaster board . Other than that they are the same.

JJ305

12 March 2010

Fire Regulations '10/30'

Hi, We applied for a planning permit in 2009 before the fire regulation 10/30 (clear Trees & shrubs 10 metres from house/ Clear shrubs 30 metres from house without a…