Building Standards; Getting It Right! AU 
Continuous tie downI’m doing a build but haven’t got to frame stage. There is no continuous connection on mine. Just bottom plate to joists and straps over the roof trusses. Berek replied 15 January ago BerekJan 15, 2021 9:01 pm Metal Roof NoiseI’m an architect. These steps are for an ordinary metal roof on battens, not an insulated roof panel. I’ve installed the panels on my granny flat and the noise of rain… MelBrDec 13, 2020 7:19 pm Is This True?I'm not discrediting that, but the information given by the sales consultant is plain wrong. it is a simple change, as long as they have all the info for the estimator.… Tiling our concrete slab - waterproofingNo it doesn’t require waterproofing if it’s external and on the ground. You need to make sure that once tiled, it remains below the internal floor height, and… Berek replied 7 December 2020 ago BerekDec 07, 2020 7:48 pm Workshop To RoomHi Renovation and Construction Experts - I am in process of a CDC approval for creating a room out of a current workshop in my house in nsw.
This is just about building… Heating/Cooling duct - correct installationThe picture is not showing but id take a photo and send it off to VBA , i had problems with my ducted heating as well, when i called a plumber to come and fix it he told i… Drop edge beam vs retaining wallThank you so much for this post. very useful and helpful for me. I know it is quite an old post but After reading this I find that I am going through exactly same scenario… Below window weep holes brick voidsI depends where it is
If it is just cavity flashing then your builder is right and it does not matter but if it is also used as flashing and a damp course then the… Extension slab at ground levelI am planning a 10m2 ensuite extension to a brick veneer house with existing timber framed floor. However the area of extension has been built up level with the existing… rbalse started a topic 27 September 2020 ago Weep holes under the windowHi, I am nearing my 90-day defect warranty inspection. While walking around the house, I noticed my weep holes under the window sill looks like there is a plastic… Skirtings/walls not straightGood news. I asked my inspector to have a look at it and the builder subsequently fixed it because it was included on our report
So I'm 189cm tall but my wife is short (although a little taller than you). Our vanities are 800mm high with 120mm counter top basins. I don't have any issue using them… Fencing transperacyHi,
Can someone please help me understanding what how to calculate if my proposed fencing is 30% transparent?
For example for a fence with 1.5m post. 30% of 1.5m is… sneeloy started a topic 18 September 2020 ago Ben WSep 03, 2020 7:51 pm Council approval - new shedthe soil test is to reveal how reactive the ground is. Shed slabs designs are usually only designed up to M class soils, anything more reactive than this and the proposed… alexd replied 28 August 2020 ago alexdAug 28, 2020 3:51 pm Consumer Protection - Is there such a thing?Good question Qwerty, where are the regulators and who will look after the consumer here?
I do hope the timber is going to be replaced after being left unexposed for so… Harts replied 27 August 2020 ago HartsAug 27, 2020 6:45 pm Building a roof over my deckThank you so much for your post!! The info you shared will be very helpful.
There is one other thing... I thought that the building of it would be covered as am Exempt… Hello,I am new to the forum and saw this thread. I assume I am having similar issues and just noticed it. Not sure what is the reason, would really appreciate if someone… Hi guys,
We have new neighbours that have moved in next door! They have just erected a Bali Hut which looks like a monstrosity!! The roof must be hanging approx 150mm… Recommendation for Construction LawyerDispute with owner builder about fixing waterproofing issue still under warranty. Anyone recommend construction lawyer experienced with NCAT near Edmondson Park, Sydney. Andrew87 started a topic 30 July 2020 ago Protecting your Slab
Engage a licenced structural landscaper and possibly a plumber first, work out all the finished levels that you will need for the concretor and then pour away. As long as… GaudiJul 10, 2020 11:50 pm New exterior stair case Building StandardI've had my new front stairs totally rebuilt on my 1945 Queenslander. It has a landing halfway down, so it's set over 2 levels. It seems pretty good except the bottom… Kaylee11 started a topic 5 July 2020 ago Front Setback unique situationThanks Pulse. Council it's hard to get any response other than standard responses. I guess I will have to signing up with some builder and then go from there. After all… azra replied 1 July 2020 ago azraJul 01, 2020 12:33 pm concrete slab level toleranceThe floor slab needs to be perfectly flat for laminated floating floors otherwise they will bend and 'pop' when you walk on them. For tiles it's not so critical. Will it leak? No 99.99999999% of the time these crimps will be fine for the entire service life of the installation......
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Have a question regarding a proposed House build we’re planning.
We’re looking to build on a building envelope on a battle axe block, but there’s a Tree… CubbyJun 22, 2020 10:55 pm
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