Home
Pros
Forum
  • About
  • Join Community
  • Contact
Reply
WatchingStarredHistory
InboxSent
MembersPros
#Unanswered     #Active

Browse Forums
Building Standards; Getting It Right!
Standard
List
Topics
Author
Replies
Views
Last Post
Mox80
Mox80
15 January

Slim line water tank and strange pipes

Slim line water tank and strange pipes

Thank you for the generous offer. I need to get the plumber out to give me an explanation. As mentioned I haven't seen any rain water discharge from pipes 1& 3. It…

7
7414
Mox80
Jan 15, 2024 10:35 pm
Ardo
Ardo
22 September 2023

Roof Downpipe connections to drainage

Roof Downpipe connections to drainage

It's all good. You can get both wye piece and the coupling with or without thread. The cost difference is negligible and means the plumber only has to carry the single…

1
3810
Ardo
Sep 22, 2023 11:19 am
Pulse
Pulse
10 March 2023

Slab for retaining wall: advice needed

Slab for retaining wall: advice needed
1, 2

What Chippy said, you’ll spend more time excavating the step which will cost more than the extra 1/2 cube

21
18380
Pulse
Mar 10, 2023 2:57 pm
balmainboy
balmainboy
30 January 2023

House frame not plumb!

House frame not plumb!

Thanks @ponztwo . That's helpful advice.

2
8251
balmainboy
Jan 30, 2023 2:10 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
20 December 2022

Frame sitting off slab

Frame sitting off slab
1, 2

Good points that logically cannot be argued against but the BCA was changed a couple of years ago to delete manufacturer's recommendations. Not sure whether the very good…

25
11697
SaveH2O
Dec 20, 2022 11:12 am
SaveH2O
3
3751
StructuralBIMGuy
Dec 17, 2022 3:21 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Mauromario
Mauromario
27 November 2022

Water sitting against concrete slab

Water sitting against concrete slab

Download the AS2870 which clearly states water ca nkt pond ne t a slab, ground must be sloldd away from slab 50mm over 1 metre around your slab. Water and waffle slabs…

6
7988
Mauromario
Nov 27, 2022 5:25 pm
Gunny101
Gunny101
4 November 2022

Brickwork defect???

Brickwork defect???

Hi guys, just wondering if this is what normal brickwork looks like? I'm on H2 soil and think this looks a bit…

0
3535
Gunny101
Nov 04, 2022 5:53 pm
Gunny101
groundzero
groundzero
12 August 2022

NCC Volume 2 Rule 3.1.2.3

NCC Volume 2 Rule 3.1.2.3

I Think what you are proposing is better than the standards as long as the plumbing is done by a professional and can cope with a heavy downfall. Just sloping the…

15
14880
groundzero
Aug 12, 2022 6:35 pm
rayan1910
rayan1910
28 March 2022

Uponor Logic Plumbing System

Uponor Logic Plumbing System

I remember a few years back they did try launching in Australia, must've not gone too well. They made a bunch of YouTube videos.

2
3679
rayan1910
Mar 28, 2022 10:24 pm

Pic 1 shows the current floor plan. Wanting to add an ensuite and change the kitchen layout. House is full brick so trying to minimise the amount of walls being…

0
2776
hass
Mar 26, 2022 12:23 am
Noname
Noname
17 February 2022

possible plumbing fail on new build

possible plumbing fail on new build
1, 2, 3

Hart's, go take a look at the posts I linked. Bimboy is a clown

54
12323
Noname
Feb 17, 2022 10:49 pm
usman.hafeez2000
usman.hafeez2000
10 October 2021

Very noisy steel frame house

Very noisy steel frame house

I recently built a double storey steel frame house, and having exactly same issues. Like in the morning when anyone walks on the floors upstairs that haven’t been…

9
21026
usman.hafeez2000
Oct 10, 2021 12:49 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
2 October 2021

Charged pipe direction

Charged pipe direction

Some plumbers as such morons. They don't need a reason.

1
4526
SaveH2O
Oct 02, 2021 6:42 pm
SaveH2O
Gaudi
Gaudi
9 May 2021

squeaky floor joist

squeaky floor joist

It is a structural defect

7
5647
Gaudi
May 09, 2021 6:19 am
CD12JD
CD12JD
20 April 2021

Can someone please explain what on earth is going on here

Can someone please explain what on earth is going on here

Thanks for taking the time to reply guys... i will somehow have to raise it with the site supervisor without giving away i was onsite without permission. I will call the…

3
7245
CD12JD
Apr 20, 2021 1:27 am
CD12JD
Nemkul128
Nemkul128
10 February 2021

CDC Clause question.

CDC Clause question.

4
4701
Nemkul128
Feb 10, 2021 8:51 pm
moudzj
moudzj
21 January 2021

Tiling our concrete slab - waterproofing

Tiling our concrete slab - waterproofing

It may require waterproofing if it doesn't have a vapour barrier beneath. If you can't check or are unsure, then definitely waterproof it. If it's a newer slab, it will…

2
5941
moudzj
Jan 21, 2021 12:47 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
14 January 2021

Flame zone windows and doors

Flame zone windows and doors

If you asked this question in the right section you would get more answers... viewforum.php?f=23 Stewie

1
3342
Stewie D
Jan 14, 2021 10:54 am
tictac9234
tictac9234
1 October 2020

Drop edge beam vs retaining wall

Drop edge beam vs retaining wall

Thank 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…

3
9867
tictac9234
Oct 01, 2020 11:14 pm
meminiau
meminiau
14 August 2020

Building a roof over my deck

Building a roof over my deck

You can look for low budget deck permit services. Please write and then we will talk about on details.

5
5007
meminiau
Aug 14, 2020 3:04 pm
bestspecials
bestspecials
3 August 2020

3 bedroom dwelling but indicated as 2 bedroom dwelling on Oc

3 bedroom dwelling but indicated as 2 bedroom dwelling on Oc

Does the 3rd bedroom have a window? Does the 3rd bedroom have a wardrobe? If it doesn't have a window or doesn't have a wardrobe, they are classified as study.

2
2530
bestspecials
Aug 03, 2020 12:07 pm
bestspecials

The only way to apply the standard in this case would be to measure the distance to the opposing wall (that runs parallel) and check to see if it is out of…

3
3663
CF Design
Apr 30, 2020 1:11 pm
building-expert
building-expert
12 April 2020

Do plumbers really do this?

Do plumbers really do this?

No plumbers should not do this. It looks like the plumber was missing a rubber seal and improvised with grey duct tape.

3
3088
building-expert
Apr 12, 2020 9:13 am
building-expert
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
11 April 2020

Creaking subfloor squeaks

Creaking subfloor squeaks

handymanny At a glance the joist beams have deflected, possibly undersized ? so refer back to the engineering drawings Unfortunately no easy fix as they may need to be…

1
1722
StructuralBIMGuy
Apr 11, 2020 9:32 am
StructuralBIMGuy
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
20 February 2020

Storm water

Storm water
1, 2, 3, 4

Good luck with it all. You are well armed and I hope that rectification doesn't cause too much disruption. There were posts on another thread on H1 not long ago where a…

60
34168
SaveH2O
Feb 20, 2020 11:21 pm
SaveH2O
alexf40
alexf40
25 January 2020

Decking joists splitting

Decking joists splitting

Sorry that was a typo. It’s almost a year and a half since installation. The problems started within a year of it being installed. Just having issues with the…

6
6712
alexf40
Jan 25, 2020 2:13 pm

Hi Dunstar Welcome to the forum Here in WA Floor ratios exclude, Decks, Balconies, basements,lifts, Roof top terraces,etc, Though overlooking and height restrictions maybe…

1
3961
StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 27, 2019 10:08 am
StructuralBIMGuy
BS student
BS student
4 September 2019

Calculating the FRLs for masonry walls with AS 3700

Calculating the FRLs for masonry walls with AS 3700

Hi, the reason that I ask is that I’m a building surveying student not an owner builder. If you could take me through the calculation I’d highly appreciate it

2
4529
BS student
Sep 04, 2019 12:33 pm
Tim65
Tim65
27 June 2019

Electrics and water pipes

Electrics and water pipes

Thanks H2O Will check it out

2
1994
Tim65
Jun 27, 2019 10:50 pm
Tim65
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
2 February 2019

Champion home builder sending variation invoice without lett

Champion home builder sending variation invoice without lett

I suggest you get a copy of the engineers reports and take your compliant to fair trading/Building commission

2
2303
StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 02, 2019 10:46 am
StructuralBIMGuy
insider
insider
25 January 2019

Bricklayer or Engineer

Bricklayer or Engineer

From my experience the footing may not be a 100% in that corner.If you dig up the corner and see if the footing extends out to form a proper rebate for the…

3
2894
insider
Jan 25, 2019 8:15 pm
insider
volmix
volmix
22 January 2019

window sill crack

window sill crack

Thanks Chippy, yes I was referring to the side of the window, the reveal. Apology I got the terminology mixed up.

2
1816
volmix
Jan 22, 2019 11:56 pm
building-expert
building-expert
3 December 2018

Tolerance for the footings

Tolerance for the footings

There is no saving, just shortcut for the lazy concreter, there is no excuse for not following approved drawings and poor workmanship.

5
4609
building-expert
Dec 03, 2018 6:39 am
building-expert
Tim65
Tim65
10 October 2018

Engineered solutions

Engineered solutions

18
4060
Tim65
Oct 10, 2018 6:56 am
Tim65
iTool
iTool
28 August 2018

Minimum height for garage opening.

Minimum height for garage opening.

I had a look through the BCA and didn't find anything other than 2100mm in clause 3.8.2.2(d), as you've already found. I'd suggest that you ask whoever is telling you…

4
9700
iTool
Aug 28, 2018 11:08 pm
peterivory
peterivory
26 July 2018

60mm Overhang On Bricks?

60mm Overhang On Bricks?
1, 2

I know they destroyed my house had to have my bricks all pulled down on back wall and side walls mines a mess side wall is warped they had to remove all the red bricks…

23
13267
peterivory
Jul 26, 2018 9:56 pm
redfox
redfox
21 May 2018

Dark colour around concrete crack

Dark colour around concrete crack

That's just water that's stuck in the cracks coming up the concrete. It is normal. You can see the same darker patches around the grate and the corners.You have the…

5
3331
redfox
May 21, 2018 10:45 pm
Gaudi
Gaudi
27 March 2018

Need help with the building standard

Need help with the building standard

Ask the builders electrician or get a private building inspector in to ask questions to. 4,5,1 and watermark. Ive found some BCA references online on this but if an…

1
1280
Gaudi
Mar 27, 2018 8:42 pm

Update. The more ventilation the better. We have a massive subfloor cavity. Discussed options with landscaper and will build deck over entry and in front of window.

1
1646
lia_dvm
Mar 26, 2018 12:00 am
lia_dvm
volmix
volmix
13 March 2018

Does garage slab needs to be coated?

Does garage slab needs to be coated?

Thank you for your response

3
2482
volmix
Mar 13, 2018 4:00 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
4 February 2018

Building stud wall on suspended beams

Building stud wall on suspended beams

thebluemack Welcome to the forum If It's a structural wall you may require Council building approvals? and will need to provide more information , ie a cross sectional…

2
1452
StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 04, 2018 8:26 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Mars5
Mars5
11 January 2018

Deck Landing Area

Deck Landing Area

Have you asked your local council- Town planning or the building/engineering department that issue building permits for your region would be best to advise you as their…

1
1356
Mars5
Jan 11, 2018 6:06 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
22 December 2017

Paint comming off ceiling

Paint comming off ceiling

Volmix The fixings nails/screws have popped and judging by the number of pops I would say there was an issue there originally and they tried fixing it unsuccessfully At a…

1
1314
StructuralBIMGuy
Dec 22, 2017 10:04 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
17 October 2017

Masterton in Newcastle area – feedback wanted

Masterton in Newcastle area – feedback wanted

Boom periods 1. New home Salesman make a lot of money 2. Standards drop 3. Construction Supervision becomes difficult to maintain 4. Costs go up 5. Build periods blow…

1
1388
StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 17, 2017 9:27 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Neville S
Neville S
16 August 2017

Balcony railing height requirements

Balcony railing height requirements

Thanks I have requested it be replaced with a higher balustrade. They have finally agreed. The bricks are 220mm high from the ground so I was not happy about it.

3
2808
Neville S
Aug 16, 2017 10:48 am
Neville S
Leonardo_23
Leonardo_23
15 August 2017

Termite Shields (Ant Capping)

Termite Shields (Ant Capping)

Sashley, If you're still in need of the advice, when ant capping is used as the sole deterrent to termite attack, the caps must protrude 100 mm past the edges of the…

2
2564
Leonardo_23
Aug 15, 2017 3:48 pm
Bigjourney
Bigjourney
13 August 2017

Our land has been cut into.. Standard?

Our land has been cut into.. Standard?

Thanks so much for everyones replies ill have a photo up this week in relation to the response from the builder and work completed. Speaking with a builder friend been…

6
3194
Bigjourney
Aug 13, 2017 11:03 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
20 June 2017

Void former placed over Pier!!

Void former placed over Pier!!

@manofaus Flexible Floor coverings ie Timber & Carpets mask/hides cracks Firstly you need to check slab level heights around the cracking (hogging or sagging) in the…

3
1932
StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 20, 2017 9:31 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Berek
Berek
17 May 2017

Moving Meter Box - Considerations?

Moving Meter Box - Considerations?

If the breakers are in the meter box then every single wire in the house ends up there. No chance of moving it after the build unless you want to rewire the house again.…

3
3665
Berek
May 17, 2017 10:24 pm

You are here
Building ForumBuilding Standards; Getting It Right!
Featured Professional

Houseworthy Property Inspections offer building inspection services in Melbourne. We provide you detailed reports to make an informed decision.

Moonee Ponds VIC
Contact Us
Related Professionals
Browsing this forum

No registered users and 38 guests

You are here
Building ForumBuilding Standards; Getting It Right!

Australia's largest home building and renovation
community with over 1.8 million posts

Home
Pros
Forum
Start a new topic
About
Join Community
Advertise
Contact Homeone
Articles
All comments made express the views and opinions of the author and not the Administrators, Support nor Homeone Australia & New Zealand
© Homeone Australia & New Zealand All Rights Reserved ‎2001 - 2024
Australia's largest home building and
renovation community
Homeone
About

Terms
Privacy

Follow homeone on FacebookFollow homeone on Twitter
All comments made express the views and opinions of the author and not the Administrators, Support nor Homeone Australia & New Zealand
© Homeone Australia & New Zealand All Rights Reserved ‎2001 - 2024