Building Standards; Getting It Right! AU 
Look for quality Building ConsultantsSome of the so called experts that I came up against over the years in court are just guns for hire, they will right anything as a defect or not a defect.
Importd entrance door regulationsHello,
I am looking to bring an entrance door with us when we relocate from Europe to Adelaide next year and fit it to our new build. I am struggling to find any relevant… ryno started a topic 17 October ago Here is an example of how to check, measure and log Concrete pile data/details during your site visit
Using the Range Finder and ,
compare the data with a 3D Bim… mortar lab testI need do a brick mortar test by lab to see if the mortar meets the code.
Can someone recommand any… Rainwater tank/Stormwater
Yes, you can do a trial run to test it.
The pipe that feeds in the mains water is also a clever automatic mains water switching device that operates on hydraulic… Construction drawing issueThank you all for your feedback.
Yes, it is also my understanding that If - Acoustic insulation between floor - is in the drawing then it is in the contract unless… rajesh replied 13 September ago Extending out to the eaves. ServicesHi All,
I'm looking at extending 2 bedrooms, laundry and bathroom out to the eaves. What I am unsure about is the plumbing and waste services.
It appears that the… Righto50 started a topic 3 September ago Mortar test cost?Thanks for your response! Our battle continues... hopefully we’ll get this resolved through the dispute process if our builder continues to provide inadequate… AandM replied 24 August ago AandMAug 24, 2019 10:50 am No wall wrap
thnanks, even though its not mandatory , in terms of protecting my house from moisture, insects or harm am l at a disadvantage with thin polystyrene or Styrofoam sheets… HIA Build Contract without updated plans
Don't sign anything, until the plans have been updated.
Is it safe? I've seen builds where the engineering hasn't been update and the buildings have been handed over to… Plumbing pre laysHi @Micor
Making provision for future services, expansion, renovations, etc is a great idea and can be done at a later date if they are planned properly
ie, prelays for… Here an accurate and quick way to measure, survey and check room dimensions or coordinates
Using the 3-Plane Green Laser and
Laser Rangefinder
This is the first step… 35 x 90 studs used upstairs, plan says 45You should have Engineering Structural Timber Details they should include eg Framing, bracing, Hold down,trusses, etc, What does they say?
As an engineer I find most… GaudiJul 23, 2019 11:31 pm Structural Plans information pleaseFor a build on classified "E" soil but should have been "P" then 32MPa should have been recommended? I'm in the process of trying to chase up the bore logs if the… GaudiJul 14, 2019 5:58 pm DeckHi, I’m looking at installing a built in pizza oven in one corner of my deck and not sure if 8 additional supports will be enough.
My deck sits 100mm off the ground and… Floor sound proofingTile on existing floor wouldn’t comply, you need to add in sound insulation such as regupol
Load baring double and triple studsIt seems unusual for studs to be continuous from ground to 1st floor framing. Could understand a bit more if they were calling for steel. The practicality of this scenario… Hi, a fascia gap, but not a cornice - this is basically normal, but still not up to the standard, it’s better to coordinate such things with… Tim65Jun 27, 2019 9:50 pm PVC balustrades ans fencingWe are looking at replacing our verandah balustrade with a PVC “no maintenance “ type of material.Has anyone had any experience with this . And are there companies… Dagmar started a topic 30 May ago Gaps on exteriorYou have warranty for a reason. I would be asking the builder, even if you just send him some pictures via email and see what he replies. We are in preparation for raft slab and concretor had put the pipe laggings only on horizontal and bends. He is saying there is no lagging required for the vertical pipes… Australian Standard Sanitary DrainageHi Gaudi, I ended up finding what I needed elsewhere Thanks. It's shameful that the State Library doesn't allow access to these important documents any longer. ConcreteSome cracking in large concrete slabs can be expected.
Follow this link for more information: Mortar defects?Here is info on
and some Dos and Don'ts
Do check the mortar composition and if any additives are added
then don't use a water pressure cleaner
You will probably have to… Wooden boards screwing standardsThe information the landscaper has given you is incorrect.
Australian Standards stipulate 2 screws per board/joist
Ideally you should be staggering the fixings as well -…
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yes consistent use of string lines or even spirit level…
