General Discussion

jfoldbar

15 January 2021

vacuum drill bit

hi. has anyone used a masonry vacuum drill bit. how did it go?

cocobear

15 January 2021

Let's chat

Hi TTLE, also looking at Carlisle for the build in Mt Atkinson. I am waiting for them to provide quotes for me but just curious what quote you got for the site costs? Thanks.

Stewie D

15 January 2021

Cleaning internal brick wall old Victorian

As per chippy's advice above but don't make it any stronger than the 10:1 ratio as it leaves yellowish stains when it is too strong. Just make sure to sluice it down after…

Nick77

15 January 2021

How to replace timber floorboards with old mould

Thanks Berek

chippy

14 January 2021

Height of rangehood

Depending on the type of cooktop you are looking at 650-700 above the benchtops. Tilers cut tiles all the time, that's what they do so don't get hung up on trying to use a…

Berek

14 January 2021

Brick Paving height under cover patio.

1 brick below the weep holes, sloping away from the house?

Rafay

14 January 2021

Class 9b-- a commercial building?

Is class 9b building considered a commercial building? I was filling form 75 to become an OB of childcare centre (in Western Australia), it says that an OB can build a…

Stewie D

13 January 2021

B.A.L Rating and builds

You need to have a sketch at least of your property or a contour survey and then a rough idea of where you want to put your house then find an accredited fire officer who…

Stewie D

13 January 2021

Garage ventilation advice

Friends of mine did exactly that about ten years ago and it works pretty well. Stewie

jeanlaw

13 January 2021

Rainwater tank water / Mains plumbing question

zacare

12 January 2021

Any one built with Elante Homes

Thank you jojac for replying, even i am in similar situation.I will update you if i hear from anyone.

aussieta

12 January 2021

Tradesmen etiquette

many years ago went out to a fleet site for"a breakdown" when i asked what the problem was i was told" you;re the f bomb mechanic you figure it out" i eventually figured…

sunny74

12 January 2021

Cabinetry not build to plans on architect build

So basically, to be succint, and state facts only?

Kate_s

11 January 2021

Kitchen design help

Also shall I leave scullery opening without pocket door? Or shall I include one?

curiousb

11 January 2021

Newpark (Marsden Park) vs Akuna Vista (Schofields)

It's 336sqm land. Valuation was 482,000 .

curiousb

11 January 2021

Does type of brick matter for a Moroka finish?

Hi Experts, Our house exterior will be moroka. And we have the external appointment in a few days. Given moroka will be covering up all the bricks, it does not seem to me…

kalisiri

11 January 2021

Transplanting a tree

Hi Stewie, Thanks for the response. The magnolia is around 6m tall with around 3m canopy. The Camelia is around 7.5m tall with around 4 m canopy. Thanks Kalidas

Moe79

11 January 2021

List of saving tips when building a new home

Thanks so much - would you please explain the 3 first points a bit? I'm very new to all this and not sure I understand what they mean - the rest from 4-7 are all fine and…

stme

10 January 2021

ACTRON Ducted Air-conditioner konks out on hot days

Has the issue been fixed now?

S+C_MidNorthCoast

10 January 2021

Coral Homes Grange 28 build time

100% agree re the cost for electrical. We added $3000 to our standard inclusions and still had to contribute almost that again. I’d recommend having a minimum of $10k…

sociangal

10 January 2021

Brick colour help please!

No problem. I have a chocolate brown house myself haha.

Berek

9 January 2021

How do people manage loan repayments

If you have a construction loan, your payments are based on what they have given the builder. So you pay less at the beginning.

Berek

9 January 2021

Mortgage brokers: Home loans

Broker for sure over internet middlemen. A good one will walk you through the options and should show you what the figures will be.

Ashryar

9 January 2021

Suburbs for a young family

NSW

SaveH2O

7 January 2021

drainage question

And no one advised to simply fit a leaf diverter?

aussieta

7 January 2021

Gutters

depends my last house only a few trees, once per year cleaning this house every 3 months as lots of trees

Hailarious

6 January 2021

Material question

Thank you guys.

aussieta

6 January 2021

Weatherboard rot

dont do this any water that does get behind needs to be able to drain out could you link to these posts as have never heard of doing this

theRealDeal

5 January 2021

Planters on sandstone wall

I have an 800mm high sandstone wall and I'm wondering what sort of weight the stones can handle without compromising their integrity? I'm looking to put on planters but…

Berek

5 January 2021

Would these land cost a lot to build on?

Looks reasonably flat on google maps. The houses in that area seem normal.

Antrimgirl

5 January 2021

Excess Water around my pool

Hi ...just recently I have been getting excess water at the top left hand corner on the paving around my pool ..I have a neighbour directly behind me with a pool ..the…

krysta

4 January 2021

Doreen

I've decided on Henley because of the floorplan and quality which seemed better than most, but haven't got site costs as I'm still waiting for soil test and surveys.…

PS5

4 January 2021

Site Cost - Woodlea

Hi Guys , New to the forum here ! I have secured land in Woodlea ( Stage 45 , Title due in June ) . Wondering how much are the site costs for Boutique / Carlisle ? We…

Splashers

3 January 2021

Obstructed Powder Room Doorway

The drawings you have been given from the builder should be to scale, check scale n measure with ruler to determine placement. If the door doesn't open fully than it is…

SaveH2O

3 January 2021

Which Builder

Yet another industry prime for disruption.

aussieta

3 January 2021

Farm Zone Building Permit approval

many years ago a workmate applied for primary producer tax rate because he kept 2 sheep on his property so look into the laws as usual they are bs

Holly72

3 January 2021

Midland Silverbirch

Hi all, I am new to this forum and hoping I'm posting correctly! Our prestart is just around the corner and we haven't even decided on final brick colour never lone…

Harts

2 January 2021

What is slab heave ?

Hi Adman, sorry to hear of the issues you are having with your home and the builder, who looks like he is playing 'the blame game', which is exactly what my builder and…

a_minnie

2 January 2021

plasterboard vs Durra panels for internal walls

Bump... did you end up using the durra panels? I'm considering them for my build and would love to know how you found them?

Althom

1 January 2021

Neighbour Drilled into our Garage Wall

Thank you Althom! That's so nice of you.

chippy

1 January 2021

Neighbour put flower bed against my wall, potential problem?

All good then. All the best with your build.

Kate_s

31 December 2020

Alfresco media wall location advice

CD12JD

31 December 2020

Taubmans Light Grey Wall Colours?

marble mist

McM_17

30 December 2020

Regency Homes - Kirwan Qld

And Belair Homes & integral building solutions

world2160

30 December 2020

Glass fence over looking backyard

What about growing some bamboos from pots? they grow like grass so you will have full 6m height in less than 1.5 year

Berek

29 December 2020

Help! Old roof repair has come back to haunt us!

Sounds to me you’re going to have to wear it unfortunately. 14 years ago would be the time to ask for engineering plans and permits. Could you try your home insurance?…

SaveH2O

29 December 2020

Help needed standing water on stormwater curb to the street

The standing water depends on the height of the pipe's invert but the photos show that it is also draining silt. The silt build up needs to be regularly checked and…

Blacktea2sugars

29 December 2020

Retaining wall 600mm high close to boundry

Double check with your council. We have ret walks on 2 boundaries to the rear as we had to cross a 10.6 datum. Drainage was our issue. Your council website will be…

Pfeiff

28 December 2020

Australian Native Fernery Plants