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is this appropriate to build?If you are near the beach you will eventually find all those old homes will gradually be either renovated or bulldozed...Yours will retain value especially if you will… Shed conversionWalls are not always necessarily completly load bearing, maybe theres a column in the wall that is the only load bearing component.
If you are altering the load bearing… Barrier for verandahHi guys,
We have a very large verandah, and below it is a terraced garden (well itsa supposed to be.. bit of a mess at the moment).
robbie_p started a topic 28 January 2014 ago SannaJan 27, 2014 10:33 pm Electrical Upgrade costsYes, stick to plain old bayonet light fittings as much as you can, as it is a whole lot cheaper to add your fancy light fitting after handover. Sometimes I'm sure there's… bpratt replied 27 January 2014 ago DIY Tiling layout - helpI see where you are coming from, particulary with open plan kitchens and living rooms next to each other, and larger tiles flowing from the living room to kitchen would… bpratt replied 27 January 2014 ago What is cheaper - Building designI have several blog posts that may be of interest to you. It ia a canadian site but is often relevant to Australia. Check the index for topics of interest.
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I am new here. We contracted a builder to do our kitchen renovation. Contract said that it will only take 12 days or 18 days including the… Soil test?Not too long. From memory I think it was only one to two weeks. kytonJan 23, 2014 11:01 am buying furniture on financeI've done this a few times. As said by the others, just make sure you pay it off before the end of the interest free period. There is usually a monthly fee of a couple of… Shed Price CheckIt's about what I paid a year ago for a fully walled shed. Same size, 2 roller doors, 1 pedestrian door, all Colorbond. Additional $3000 for erection.
Instructions,… ECOECO replied 22 January 2014 ago AgapeJan 21, 2014 3:07 pm Architect for split level home requiredHi all.
Long time reader, first time poster. Thank you for this excellent resource.
I've finally purchased a block and am now on the lookout for an architect who has… Mezzo started a topic 21 January 2014 ago MezzoJan 21, 2014 2:06 pm Trying to save on build costsHi I'm interested to views from people that have already done the comparisons. Going to build a house in Heyfield and was asking if building walls from other products is… Heyfield started a topic 21 January 2014 ago Advice Please, Sub-surface Water ProblemI'd try and find the spring for sure before you start any building. Dampness is one thing ( and it is surprising how long roots can keep the soil damp ) but ponding water… twin skin roof.Thanks Duke, but there is that stupid,useless, sisaltion paper in the way. a very nice brick too:
good choice! ugbugJan 20, 2014 10:06 am Architect Designed HouseHi,
I have been in this industry for over 20 years and my profession is architect/draftsperson/architectural engineer. I currently work as advisor to companies on how to… Mungos replied 19 January 2014 ago Corner of the house sinkingA building inspector would probably just recommend that you get either a structural or geotechnical engineer. These engineers usually work together.
The structural… SaveH2O replied 19 January 2014 ago Jims home inspection - Yay or NayI'm very happy with the Jim's francishee I used for my building inspection. The report is detailed, includes photos and references the relevant standards.
My build is in… maximus replied 17 January 2014 ago Who owns the information?I agree with qebtel. H only did 2 bore hole tests one outside the building and thought that was enough.
Very professional organisation they are.
All these companies… Crazyk replied 16 January 2014 ago BricksHi
Has anymore used gipps or darling austral bricks or know someone who has?
If so are they happy with them
Thanks Eelman started a topic 15 January 2014 ago Has anybody used diamond creek concreting?Just make sure they are putting the correct roe for the application and make sure they don't just put it on the ground and actually have standoffs.
Get 3 quotes if they… Crazyk replied 13 January 2014 ago conveyensorYour 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… qebtel replied 13 January 2014 ago
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