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alexp79
alexp79
31 December 2022

Wall scanner recommendations Western Australia (double brick

Wall scanner recommendations Western Australia (double brick

You could use thermal imaging camera to detect water pipes. You should be able to get a low end version of it for around $250 from AliExpress.

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alexp79
Dec 31, 2022 1:45 pm
CYB
CYB
30 December 2022

A nightmare discovery

A nightmare discovery

So noticed some water damage to my timber floorboards and upon pulling off the plaster boards noticed a heap of water damage to the building structure and sub floor (2nd…

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CYB
Dec 30, 2022 9:47 pm
forrestmount
forrestmount
16 December 2022

Onn TV not Connection Problem

Onn TV not Connection Problem

Are you in Australia? Did you import the tv? The reason I am asking is the Wi-Fi standards are slightly different, you may need to change the region settings on the tv.

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forrestmount
Dec 16, 2022 9:04 pm
twon069
twon069
11 December 2022

Wet/Moisture issue around foundation stumps.

Wet/Moisture issue around foundation stumps.

Hey all, Sorry for the super late response (and necroing the thread) Just want to give an update. It turns out to be storm water which flows from one side of my properly…

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twon069
Dec 11, 2022 10:35 pm
aussieta
aussieta
2 December 2022

Septic Tank Treatment

Septic Tank Treatment

malwarebytes does not like that link

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aussieta
Dec 02, 2022 3:39 pm
aussieta
chippy
chippy
13 November 2022

Padding out a timber beam against a brick wall

Padding out a timber beam against a brick wall

To attach to the wall use mungo plugs or ram plugs, you can buy them at Bunnings. Just use a length that will get you good purchase. In the bricks. To pack out the over…

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chippy
Nov 13, 2022 2:59 pm
chippy
JoePathan
JoePathan
21 October 2022

Connecting to Surface Drain

Connecting to Surface Drain

Hi Is it ok from legal point of view to DIY construct a drain from backyard to the nearest surface drain? So essentially i will have to dig around the surface drain, cut…

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JoePathan
Oct 21, 2022 11:32 am
bashworth
bashworth
4 September 2022

How to turn off main water pipe?

How to turn off main water pipe?

The valve you show is a right angle ball valve. It soulds like when you turned it off some water started to drain out of the system. When you put it back you then…

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bashworth
Sep 04, 2022 8:11 pm
bashworth

Hi everyone, I built my house three years ago with Simomds. The shower has tiled base. Recently the grout surrounding my shower drain has fallen out and it has opened a…

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waseemc
Aug 28, 2022 11:28 am
tris.wenti
tris.wenti
17 August 2022

Water Seeping through back wall

Water Seeping through back wall

Hi all, First time post, so hopefully I get the details right. We have an old'ish 1960s queenslander, where we have a downstairs room that was added later on, but built…

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tris.wenti
Aug 17, 2022 3:13 pm
Cheister
Cheister
13 August 2022

Brick Veneer Wall Repair Options

Brick Veneer Wall Repair Options

Thanks GroundZero - appreciate the help

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Cheister
Aug 13, 2022 9:40 am
Pulse
Pulse
7 August 2022

Safety of recycled pallet

Safety of recycled pallet

just paint it if you are worried. If it has come from overseas it would be treated, if local maybe not.

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Pulse
Aug 07, 2022 11:03 pm
Rizaan
Rizaan
1 August 2022

Alluminium window to wall gap

Alluminium window to wall gap

Hey guys. Recently bought a house and these gaps need to be refilled. Some are just completely empty now, some still have a cracked substance in it. Not sure what it is…

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Rizaan
Aug 01, 2022 8:49 pm
Mirrmu83
Mirrmu83
31 July 2022

Peeling paint repair

Peeling paint repair

patch with hard plaster/cornice, then maybe put some Topcoat in areas that haven't come up to well. sand and paint

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Mirrmu83
Jul 31, 2022 12:21 pm
toddgregoryduncan
toddgregoryduncan
25 July 2022

Painting concrete shower base

Painting concrete shower base

Trying to find a paint or similar to paint an old concrete shower base( the ones with mosaic tiles in the middle) It's a rental property so preferably something …

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toddgregoryduncan
Jul 25, 2022 8:54 pm
orionnebula
orionnebula
23 July 2022

Swollen Skirting Board. Is this likely water damage?

Swollen Skirting Board. Is this likely water damage?

Maybe just a crappy caulking job combined with aforementioned movement?

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orionnebula
Jul 23, 2022 12:47 pm
nic_kerr
nic_kerr
16 July 2022

Sliding Shower Door Rope/Pulley System Repair

Sliding Shower Door Rope/Pulley System Repair

https://www.fixya.com/support/t13634171 ... oves_doors There is a drawing on this link but as the comment there say just tie it off at the fixed end instead of the last…

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nic_kerr
Jul 16, 2022 6:37 pm
Jonhy
Jonhy
14 July 2022

Home plumbing system needing repair - DIY or professional?

Home plumbing system needing repair - DIY or professional?

Australia has a million companies that can help you, it's definitely better to call a professional.

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Jonhy
Jul 15, 2022 12:52 am
Misho
Misho
11 July 2022

Hanging mirror

Hanging mirror

Hello I have a mirror around 20kg with four holes in each side as you see in the picture. How to hang it on the wall please? I don’t want to use normal plug and screw…

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Misho
Jul 11, 2022 11:05 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
7 July 2022

Joining 100MM Charged DWV System

Joining 100MM Charged DWV System

Have only just seen this thread. You probably had a bit of grit or similar on one of the surfaces. I assume you never used primer which should always be used on a…

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SaveH2O
Jul 07, 2022 11:19 am
SaveH2O

Hi, I had just bought a new filter (image attached, link below) to replace in my Philips PowerPro vacuum and what I see now is…

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blushunseen
Jun 25, 2022 4:28 pm
langdorde
langdorde
24 June 2022

Bad smell in bedroom after paint job

Bad smell in bedroom after paint job

Hi folks, hope someone here could help me out. It's been driving me crazy for a few months. Last fall I primed and repainted my…

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langdorde
Jun 24, 2022 2:11 am
beetleone
beetleone
3 June 2022

SEWER inspection point and vent

SEWER inspection point and vent

Hi guys, I have these in the backyard and wondering is it possible to change the vent to a flat one instead of standing up ? any advise please

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beetleone
Jun 03, 2022 1:02 am
hasan55
hasan55
26 May 2022

home cleaning services

home cleaning services

its better you search online for this .select your area and get multiple service site

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hasan55
May 26, 2022 11:25 pm

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SamMac
May 23, 2022 9:10 pm
Dave11
Dave11
14 May 2022

Roof leak

Roof leak

Thanks Strannik, yep I think our problem is the same as yours. Water blown in under tiles.

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Dave11
May 14, 2022 8:33 am
Jeffl
Jeffl
1 May 2022

How much dose your floor slope?

How much dose your floor slope?

Hello, My house is 40yo, moved in 8 years ago and recently found that the floor is actually sloping, with 75mm over 14m. Theres no sign of damage on the brickworks ...…

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Jeffl
May 01, 2022 10:14 pm
Os7
Os7
17 April 2022

Water mains pipe needs replacing.

Water mains pipe needs replacing.

I'm not touching it myself, I have a plumber coming Tuesday.

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Os7
Apr 17, 2022 12:47 pm
chippy
chippy
17 April 2022

Who uses a sawhorse? i have some questions. (Uni project)

Who uses a sawhorse? i have some questions. (Uni project)

1) Trade user. Carpenter 2) Folding, sturdy, weight holding capacity, light, replaceable wood top 3) flimsy legs that don't lock positively, small feet that sink in soft…

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chippy
Apr 17, 2022 2:06 am
chippy
constant
constant
4 April 2022

Plumber Quotes ?

Plumber Quotes ?

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constant
Apr 04, 2022 7:34 pm
constant
711Design
711Design
1 April 2022

Woodworm Treatment

Woodworm Treatment

Hi I am currently renovating a 1920s timber frame (hardwood) house in Central Highlands Victoria. I have found historical evidence (frass, and exit holes) of woodworm in…

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711Design
Apr 01, 2022 10:14 am

Hello everyone, I have an old house (1914ish) and we are renovating the kitchen. We want to expose the bricks on the walls. My problem is, there is still alot of mortar…

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flipguy
Mar 29, 2022 6:03 pm

Hi there, I have bought my first house after renting all my life in an apartment where someone else maintained the house for me. So please excuse my lack of basic…

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giliganho
Mar 28, 2022 1:00 pm

Hi I'm upgrading my deck/ balcony with a steel ledger. The old deck wasn't flashed and water entry at deck house junction has resulted in rotting of sections of the wall…

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PLR
Mar 23, 2022 8:29 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
14 March 2022

Charged Wet Water System

Charged Wet Water System

Yep, the first flush diverter only fills with the settled water in the riser. Your only option is the CCTV inspection,

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SaveH2O
Mar 14, 2022 10:08 pm
SaveH2O
Pulse
Pulse
10 March 2022

Double-bowl sink drainage assistance

Double-bowl sink drainage assistance

The Tee on the left is upside down, also normally you would use a double bowl connector rather than DIY one yourself.

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Pulse
Mar 10, 2022 11:27 pm
db2020
db2020
1 March 2022

self closing Hinge

self closing Hinge

Hello all, I would like this colourbond door to self-close. It is 1.8m tall. Is there any recommendations for the spring hinge available in market ? Thank you

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db2020
Mar 01, 2022 6:08 pm
ltd3003
ltd3003
28 February 2022

Paint scratched off doors

Paint scratched off doors

thank you

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ltd3003
Feb 28, 2022 6:09 pm
omawill
omawill
25 February 2022

Alternative building/housing bubble help a young guy out

Alternative building/housing bubble help a young guy out

I recently found out how casinos work. When a person bets on a particular number, the gambling house also stays in the black,…

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omawill
Feb 25, 2022 11:18 am
Perth Homeguard
Perth Homeguard
22 February 2022

Perth Homeguard

Perth Homeguard

Telephone 089209…

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Perth Homeguard
Feb 22, 2022 5:13 pm
Perth Homeguard

I have a severe termite infestation in my cabin in the Amazon jungle. They're eating through the floorboards: Theres mud tubes everywhere: They've even built a…

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alchemizt
Jan 31, 2022 5:26 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
5 January 2022

<REMOVED>

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An old school plumber if you can find one. Where abouts are you?

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SaveH2O
Jan 05, 2022 12:22 pm
SaveH2O
supersleuth
supersleuth
14 December 2021

Awning arm installation

Awning arm installation

I got this exact awning and same size ( bought from kogan but its sold through several online retailers). I had similar issue hanging the bracket from timber post rather…

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supersleuth
Dec 14, 2021 3:52 pm
dharmesh
dharmesh
3 December 2021

DIY dinning table ends up wobbly

DIY dinning table ends up wobbly

Yes I see looks good. Now need to paint it black so looks more like part of legs.

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dharmesh
Dec 03, 2021 5:54 pm
Mikej
Mikej
1 December 2021

Gutter and fascia question

Gutter and fascia question

Hi there I'm in the Sunshine Coast Qld and trying to match a new section of my gutters and fascia with the existing ones. Does anyone know who manufactures this product…

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Mikej
Dec 01, 2021 10:47 am
Nuclearblonde
Nuclearblonde
9 November 2021

Anyone see any Aircrete in Australia?

Anyone see any Aircrete in Australia?

maxifloor is the way to go mate!

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Nuclearblonde
Nov 09, 2021 7:13 pm

I've got a bedhead that I've just wedged between my mattress, base and the wall, with the legs touching the floor. Is it possible to somehow fix it to the bed base, so I…

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katewhitey
Oct 09, 2021 11:26 am

There's water pooling under the mesh walkway and there's no way I can access it. Any thoughts what I should do? Any there's really nowhere for the water to go, should …

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evalord
Oct 01, 2021 8:17 am
thepa1nter
thepa1nter
27 September 2021

Plasterboard loose from stud

Plasterboard loose from stud

whoever sheeted your house either failed to apply enough glue or the glue has hardened as they fitted and not stuck. Steel frame is bad for glue letting go, especially on…

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thepa1nter
Sep 27, 2021 5:51 am
thepa1nter
MrBilby
MrBilby
22 September 2021

Freshly painted roof - looks patchy

Freshly painted roof - looks patchy

Rachy did you end up resolving this problem? We are currently going through the same experience. We have painted the verandah and double carport so far with Wattyl…

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MrBilby
Sep 22, 2021 2:32 pm

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