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Harts
Harts
12 June 2020

cracks is it major cracks.

cracks is it major cracks.

I agree with Gaudi. Send everything in writing and ensure they do the same. My builder also let informed that the cracks appearing were ‘normal settling’. 7 years…

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Harts
Jun 12, 2020 3:03 am
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
11 June 2020

Tips for 1st new home building

Tips for 1st new home building

This is a great reference for starting out. The irony is that there are some great sources of knowledge like this on the forum, yet you go and look at the new builds and…

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stonesthrow
Jun 11, 2020 10:28 pm
Rhys26
Rhys26
11 June 2020

Damp proof or flashing?

Damp proof or flashing?

Hi everyone, Hopefully this is an easy topic. I…

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Rhys26
Jun 11, 2020 9:53 pm
brokenstick
brokenstick
11 June 2020

Staircase finish

Staircase finish

Actually looking again I do see a difference. On mine the staircase runs higher than the skirting, which is even on both sides, whereas on yours the skirting is higher…

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brokenstick
Jun 11, 2020 1:52 pm
brokenstick
Koda67
Koda67
11 June 2020

Reliable Customized home builders - Victoria

Reliable Customized home builders - Victoria

Hi Nyk, Research the following: Reviews, if you're able to private message the people leaving reviews that is great. Current homes under construction, can you do a walk…

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Koda67
Jun 11, 2020 1:23 pm
hateserapiglia
hateserapiglia
11 June 2020

Considering doing my own site cut

Considering doing my own site cut

Hi Shack That is a fair point and one of my key concerns - I did think about just benching the site and builder complete the final cut I am getting the engineering done by…

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hateserapiglia
Jun 11, 2020 12:42 am
boonyung
boonyung
10 June 2020

Staircase finish

Staircase finish

They have now put the other strip of wood under the stairs. Looks terrible, I have asked for a straight edge.

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boonyung
Jun 10, 2020 6:07 pm
estherlimtf
estherlimtf
10 June 2020

KDR - what can be done pre settlement?

KDR - what can be done pre settlement?

Thank you so much. I will get on to it :)

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estherlimtf
Jun 10, 2020 11:42 am

Hello, One of my investment properties is having a structural problem. The bathroom was an extension, but has recently been breaking away from the house. I've communicated…

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Meng
Jun 09, 2020 10:40 pm
LoveHouse
LoveHouse
9 June 2020

Negotiating during COVID-19

Negotiating during COVID-19

Thanks Khusnil we dont qualify for the grand from any angle anyway ☹️

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LoveHouse
Jun 09, 2020 9:21 am
KodaCujo
KodaCujo
8 June 2020

HGWA Solar Package

HGWA Solar Package

Awesome. Keep me posted 👀 Haha thanks. Hopefully !!!!!

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KodaCujo
Jun 08, 2020 10:40 pm
thangam
thangam
8 June 2020

Cabinet touch up spoiled the look and feel

Cabinet touch up spoiled the look and feel

I got reply from cabinet maker, as totally 9 of my cabinets were touch up here n there, so the cabinet maker advise 2 solution Plan A : remove all touch up cabinet and get…

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thangam
Jun 08, 2020 5:40 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
8 June 2020

Concrete Mold?

Concrete Mold?

It is yet another reminder of why the planet needs to replace ICE transport with electric.

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SaveH2O
Jun 08, 2020 11:08 am
SaveH2O
theshack
theshack
7 June 2020

Hoist in a garage of a new build and waffle pods

Hoist in a garage of a new build and waffle pods

Until I see actual evidence of a waffle slab failing due to jacking up a car I'm calling this out as an urban myth. A car hoist is a different story. You are going to…

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theshack
Jun 07, 2020 8:53 pm
arcadelt
arcadelt
7 June 2020

What Colours do you think this facade has?

What Colours do you think this facade has?

I see only grey and some sort of white

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arcadelt
Jun 07, 2020 11:45 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
7 June 2020

Relaying of concrete

Relaying of concrete

You might want to link your here Pathways don't require piers who told you that? I would specify a sand pad & deep edge thickening make sure your down pipes do not…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 07, 2020 10:13 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Melissa.b
Melissa.b
6 June 2020

NBN contact regarding crossover

NBN contact regarding crossover

Does anyone know what number i need to call to discuss getting exemption to allow my crossover to be closer than 1m from the nbn pit?

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Melissa.b
Jun 06, 2020 7:22 pm
justice8511
justice8511
6 June 2020

Signed building contract just before 04 June 20

Signed building contract just before 04 June 20

Signed building contract just before 04 June 20. Now I am going to miss out 25K grant for 10 days! Is there any way out?

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justice8511
Jun 06, 2020 3:36 pm
pattycake
pattycake
6 June 2020

Withers On The Park

Withers On The Park

Hi SydSR, I have bought land here too! Would be good to get to know our neighbours! Thanks, Pat

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pattycake
Jun 06, 2020 2:23 pm
STay5
STay5
5 June 2020

Help with recommending a builder to extend in SE Melb

Help with recommending a builder to extend in SE Melb

Hi, STay5. House remodelling is not easy and complex. You mentioned you wanted a builder in Melbourne, I just give some suggestions. 1. Pick a niche. Look for the…

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STay5
Jun 05, 2020 1:12 pm
Hazelnutty
Hazelnutty
5 June 2020

Why don’t builders build on stumps?

Why don’t builders build on stumps?

Thanks alexp79 That doesnt look like something that would work for my situation...

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Hazelnutty
Jun 05, 2020 12:14 pm
GrahamB
GrahamB
4 June 2020

JG King Homes - Any Feedbacks?

JG King Homes - Any Feedbacks?

where are you building

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GrahamB
Jun 04, 2020 9:19 pm
MiddleMark
MiddleMark
4 June 2020

Renovate?

Renovate?

It is high time to act, the only thing all experts keep saying in terms of starting constructions or renos

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MiddleMark
Jun 04, 2020 8:05 pm
amilelka
amilelka
4 June 2020

Bathroom door

Bathroom door

I've never seen silicone go yellow, but they could also use a grey silicone to match the tile.

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amilelka
Jun 04, 2020 4:58 pm

Hey guys, New alfresco hardiflex ceiling has been put up and I'm not very happy with uneven spacing between the joints. Is this something I can reasonably bring up with…

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Ship2shore
Jun 03, 2020 9:31 pm
Elgar
Elgar
3 June 2020

Funky Smell Mystery

Funky Smell Mystery

No. But there is a dishwasher and I've noticed that gets very hot.

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Elgar
Jun 03, 2020 2:54 pm
bank
bank
3 June 2020

Steel Frame - Pros/Cons?

Steel Frame - Pros/Cons?

We have a steel frame and I wouldn't choose one again without insulating all the internal walls. Thermally our house seems to perform well and we had no issue achieving 6…

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bank
Jun 03, 2020 1:28 pm
bank
GrahamB
GrahamB
2 June 2020

Small builder vs. Project Home

Small builder vs. Project Home

you need to do your research, above all else, need to feel comfortable and get everything in writing

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GrahamB
Jun 02, 2020 6:13 pm
arcadelt
arcadelt
2 June 2020

how’d you like a $40k grant to renovate your home?

how’d you like a $40k grant to renovate your home?

Unfortunately, just like everything else the Government pushes money into, it will happen. During the GFC "pink batts program", prices magically rose to the level of…

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arcadelt
Jun 02, 2020 12:07 pm
alexp79
alexp79
1 June 2020

Comments please: Retaining wall design

Comments please: Retaining wall design

you can, the wall should be able to hold your weight easily

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alexp79
Jun 01, 2020 4:22 pm
alexp79
alexp79
1 June 2020

Need help with plans for new home

Need help with plans for new home

Select orientation to suit your block. If your north is on your left (block faces east), then you would have to go with option 1, but would have to shield off Bed 3 and 4…

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alexp79
Jun 01, 2020 11:13 am
Hussain sahara
Hussain sahara
31 May 2020

Our facade

Our facade

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Hussain sahara
May 31, 2020 2:30 pm
Hussain sahara
arcadelt
arcadelt
31 May 2020

How to repair this door before painting

How to repair this door before painting

They look like a nice set of doors that with a bit of TLC and a few coats of paint will give your good service for many years to come.

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arcadelt
May 31, 2020 12:34 pm
GGeorge551
GGeorge551
31 May 2020

HELP!!

HELP!!

What do you really want?

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GGeorge551
May 31, 2020 2:47 am
GGeorge551
Shi
Shi
30 May 2020

Query regarding adjacent zero lot builds

Query regarding adjacent zero lot builds

Thank you Koda67 for the detailed reply. CD12JD - somewhat new estate.

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Shi
May 30, 2020 9:58 pm
Jesus
Jesus
28 May 2020

Cavity sliding doors

Cavity sliding doors

That's how they are everywhere i have seen..ugly and something i will never have.. It also looks unpainted so it will blend in a bit better when painted..

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Jesus
May 28, 2020 3:52 pm
Jesus
Stewie D
Stewie D
28 May 2020

Retaining Wall Foundation

Retaining Wall Foundation

If you dig out the trench accurately and it's clay then all you need is a few pegs in for the correct level for the top of the footing. Doing this and levelling the…

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Stewie D
May 28, 2020 12:51 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
28 May 2020

Gaps between cornice and ceiling after 3 months of build com

Gaps between cornice and ceiling after 3 months of build com

Hey Dave The brackets serve a purpose ie external wall brackets are for holding down the roof, internal brackets are for bracing (lateral restraints), both are…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 28, 2020 11:54 am
StructuralBIMGuy
DIYer123
DIYer123
27 May 2020

Flooring squeking/banging

Flooring squeking/banging

thanks for reply. will definately look at

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DIYer123
May 27, 2020 12:26 pm
Harts
Harts
26 May 2020

Rainhead and wind

Rainhead and wind

Check these ones out. AS compliant and Australian made.

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Harts
May 26, 2020 8:31 pm
Mirrmu83
Mirrmu83
26 May 2020

Ideas to revamp a bagging render wall

Ideas to revamp a bagging render wall

The photos look like it's just been bagged with a cement mixture. If that is sound then you could render over that then paint.

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Mirrmu83
May 26, 2020 6:08 pm
danniizz
danniizz
26 May 2020

Semi-detached house with west-facing aspect/orientation alon

Semi-detached house with west-facing aspect/orientation alon

Thank you for the reply Stewie. I was thinking the same idea. I spoke to an architect and said the best lighting would be at the back of the boundary... the idea of…

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danniizz
May 26, 2020 10:45 am
Evangiking
Evangiking
25 May 2020

How do I build this shelf?

How do I build this shelf?

Thank you, I really appreciate the details

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Evangiking
May 25, 2020 4:27 pm
chippy
chippy
25 May 2020

Concrete sealer bubbles/blisters

Concrete sealer bubbles/blisters

Just make sure the sealer is properly dry and then give it a light sand with a fine sand paper, then recoat. Once it has sealed the bubbles will stop forming.

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chippy
May 25, 2020 10:21 am
chippy
arcadelt
arcadelt
24 May 2020

Honeycomb blinds - face fitting?

Honeycomb blinds - face fitting?

It would be hard to tell exactly because it would be dependent on whether air is flowing around the blinds. If minimal airflow, you should still be getting air trapped…

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arcadelt
May 24, 2020 3:08 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
23 May 2020

Exterior aluminium weatherboards

Exterior aluminium weatherboards

Hey Leroy Haze Welcome to the forum Try demolition yards alternatively you can have the profile pressed at sheet metal workers BTW, Photos help, you never know what…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 23, 2020 8:57 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Mehul Shah
Mehul Shah
21 May 2020

Fairmont homes - Northridge Enfield - Stage 3

Fairmont homes - Northridge Enfield - Stage 3

Idla crescent is almost done. we have walkthrough with site supervisor next week. hows your work progressing

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Mehul Shah
May 21, 2020 10:53 pm
Harts
Harts
21 May 2020

Builders Warranty Insurance Vic Help

Builders Warranty Insurance Vic Help

You will find information here if you are in Victoria

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Harts
May 21, 2020 5:08 pm
Jas80
Jas80
21 May 2020

Trendsetter Homes

Trendsetter Homes

I am considering them too, they seem pretty good. I love their video. 79544783765

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Jas80
May 21, 2020 1:53 pm
alexp79
alexp79
21 May 2020

RJ12 to Power Light Switch

RJ12 to Power Light Switch

It looks that you might need a digital controller for that, as over RJ12 you get digital signal, not analog.

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alexp79
May 21, 2020 12:56 pm

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