Building Standards; Getting It Right! AU 
Machining tolerances of decking timberIt will depend so much on where you are buying your decking from. Some will be spot on width all the way along a length of timber whereas the next place will have stock… Owner builder Purlin queryHi everyone,
Has anyone here got a good understanding of purlin spans. Our engineer had specified 200 C or Z purlins @ 1.9mm thick. Our spans are between 7.5 to 8.5… Under Eave LiningThanks heaps. I do agree about the vents However I need to check whether that is permitted as we are in a bal 12.5 fire rating. So now I know what to do and look for… aienco replied 4 February 2016 ago idunoFeb 03, 2016 8:59 am Insulation q
I also suggest you lodge a complaint over your VBS incompetence with the Victorian Govt authority it's obvious your building System is Broken.hth Just found my concreter has no licence!
Yeah precisely, I mean every contractor worth their salt will have adequate supplier credit arrangements for materials. I could understand maybe a small deposit to ensure… "Basix" complianceOk, I think I have it sorted!!! Because I first entered the project as a "dual occupancy" the Basix software/program continued on with that assumption despite me changing… gpigeon replied 29 January 2016 ago Plasterboard control joinsThe correct way would be to remove the cornices, install the expansion joint then replace the cornices. However that is a bit of extra work. I'm sure if you use a gyprock… Articulation Joints
@Slab Heave Recipient so how did the non compliance argument stand up in your case with your builder? Was it proven to be defective and show cause notice issued? Crazyk replied 15 January 2016 ago Independent assessment reportI'd just email the report and ask for some feedback on the points of concern, just so you can set your mind at ease.
Decka replied 12 January 2016 ago DeckaJan 12, 2016 12:49 pm PCI issuesFurther investigation found no insulation only where the bracing boards are. This occurred because internal walls were installed first. The builder has ripped most of the… Ceiling Joists not dyna bolted?Quite often fixings such as dynabolts, straps, brackets are not delivered, missing, incorrectly used, misplaced etc,etc.
1. I cant see hanger straps?
2. Have the nail… New house frame issues
Yes and it can be annoying when your light fittings rattle when someone walks upstairs
I'd consider that extreme and requiring rectification !
Prevention is better… Hole in new slab - please helpHi Gunna,
Thanks for your tips, What is the slab design? Does it show how the slab supposed to be poured? Do you know where would I be able to get it from? I did go… KKPP replied 16 December 2015 ago Brick stainsJust been reassured that it gets washed off. Apparently it's very common on the lighter bricks. phew!!
Sewer inspection pointsThe builder is pretty much right although if I was building your place it is one of the things I would have picked up when I'd get a sewer diagram from Sydney Water for… They're fine of course it's just the angle. Went and had a look… Builder Criteria / Selection?Finding a builder is not that difficult. Here are some handy hints for finding the right builder for your project. 
1. Ask the near ones if they are aware about any… Ceiling joist timbersHi extra_g
You will need a structural engineer to certify the design/drawings, please check with your Local council Building Dept. Floor lining (bearers and joists)
You would start to see some degradation in the sheets around the edges. The particles start to flake off easily. I've seen older floors that had… DPC, exposed or not? any standard?
At the end of the day I'm happy to move in and fight the issues that can be fixed externally but other issues must be fixed prior to handover.
Crazyk replied 12 November 2015 ago Hierarchy
Ok no worries. Thanks for the advice.
Crazyk replied 23 October 2015 ago Help Water pooling around slab Australian Standards 2870 and NCC (National Construction Code) 2015 3.1.2.3 cover it for builders from the time the slab is poured. I assume you have a waffle pod slab? … goody59 replied 16 October 2015 ago Plumbing pipe locationUpdate builder said they will credit it.
Fortunately the mains is on that side of the house. They actually ran it across the front yard to the opposite side of the house… Crazyk replied 14 October 2015 ago weskyOct 08, 2015 3:13 pm Hi,
Here's how it looks now:
I haven't even… Mystery crack?Hi Bleaky
Its hard to tell if it's designed to crack at that point in which case the stresses are relieved eg Control,expansion, articulation joint,etc.So you will need… BAL 19- FLYSCREENS"6.5.2 Windows
Window assemblies shall comply with one of the following:
(a) They shall be completely protected by a bushfire shutter…
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