Building Standards; Getting It Right! AU 
independent surveyorThanks for the clarification b-e re councils using outsourced inspectors.
Now to find a Quality Control expert, at reasonable rates. Most of his/her time will be… tezzab replied 27 February 2013 ago We have a Bonaire central gas heating unit in our ceiling space. It had a plastic pipe that went through the tiles and was capped on top. It looks a lot like a stink… AgapeMar 22, 2013 7:05 pm What does site classification mean?Hi,
I need your assistance and opinions on Slab Construction.
My builder has indicated that my slab needs to be a H2 class slab for which I had to pay additional. This… Connection of services beyond the 7metresCan't help with costs, but we were about the same distance, maybe slightly less , we queired the builder when we going through all the paperwork, cost, extra costs etc and… SonnyApr 10, 2013 12:41 pm neighbour gutter on my propertyThat just looks ridiculous!
Best thing for you is to pay for a site survey and see exactly who has built out of there building envelope! Help! Appreciate any adviceThank you for the help. Do I also need to contact Strata Manager since our structural insurance is paid together with body corporation fee. SarkingRegardless of whether its mandatory, it's a good idea.
JB1 replied 3 May 2013 ago SA codes for kitchen exhaust fansI was pretty surprised, myself, but verified it with Smeg. They make two cooktops in the 720-750mm size range with the wok burner off set to one side, which is what I… ChrisE replied 4 June 2013 ago Boundary lines and gutter/eavesHouseOB - In Victoria, Typically Porches, pergolas and verandahs that are less than 3.6 metres high and eaves may encroach
not more than 2.5 metres into your side street… Depth of electrical cablingIt's actually only 500mm, but everyone says 600mm cause it's the old "2ft rule"...
There are certain circumstances where it can be installed less than the 500mm, but they… Bus-powered smoke alarms?I install 12v smoke alarms to my automation panel. Has a set of open close contacts that are connected to a zone. Has a 9v battery backup at… Danois replied 11 July 2013 ago BASIX Questions / Answers TopicSo they don't weight them differently according to that reply. Makes me wonder why they would then make a point of it in the material.
I'm none the wiser, to be honest. Danois replied 13 July 2013 ago 33amcJul 13, 2013 7:37 pm Melamine robe collapsed - Please HelpHi
Moved in 2 years ago and suddenly one day the WIR Melamine robe shelf (one) collapsed and damaged the WIR plaster board.
It seems like it has been constructed using… Yellow started a topic 21 July 2013 ago Help with neighbour building a XL shedA wall on a boundary (vic) needs to be fire rated & a max. length of 10m plus 25% of the remaining length of the
boundary.
There are a few other proviso's including… Help, metal edging corrodingRaw aluminium should never come into contact with wet mortar, I think the grout will have a similar composition. Your aluminium would appear to be clear lacquered, I think… ECOECO replied 2 August 2013 ago Penrith Council Pool RegulationsHi just wondering if anyone can help me.
Looking for the council regulations for Penrith Council to put a pool. Specifically how far from boundary lines etc a pool needs… Wood Heater Flue help neededYes! You need to have a double (or even better triple) flue all the way to bottom of the roof penetration. The flue can get very hot and can easily ignite roof… Hi guys
Just wondering if anyone has exposed slab on their house.
We have it on the right hand side of the house. (see picture)
Anyone know whether this is ok or should… flat metal roofs - ventilate?Do you have any preference as to which way of venting (whirlybird vs vents vs maestro etc) The builder also wants to charge 1300 for two whirlybirds is this reasonable? Waterproof shockDid the person doing the inspections pick up the problem? I'm wondering whats the usual next step when that happens, like when they tell you this is what we found? Don't… Concrete stumps how many?In no cases is an extension to a dwelling exempt from a building permit under shedule 8. Only free-standing…
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