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SaveH2O
SaveH2O
29 December 2016

Water pooling against new slab

Water pooling against new slab
SA

It is suppose to be done at the start of construction.

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SaveH2O
Dec 29, 2016 7:29 pm
SaveH2O
aloenyx
aloenyx
29 December 2016

Our 1st Build in Ascot, Melbourne

Our 1st Build in Ascot, Melbourne
VIC
1 ... 7, 8, 9

Christmas was okay. :) Just shopping for the house now, making good use of the sales.

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aloenyx
Dec 29, 2016 4:43 pm
aloenyx
SMAD
SMAD
27 December 2016

Rawson Homes, Daikin A/C Zone set-up

Rawson Homes, Daikin A/C Zone set-up
NSW

You can retro fit this system and it costs about $700.00 will be fitting it to my Rawson build. I have already confirmed with Daikin that it wont impact the warranty and…

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SMAD
Dec 27, 2016 10:28 pm
SMAD
Lodzau
Lodzau
27 December 2016

Homecorp

Homecorp
QLD

Has anyone heard of or dealt with Homecorp?

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Lodzau
Dec 27, 2016 12:58 pm
building-expert
building-expert
27 December 2016

Credit for Non Perfection?

Credit for Non Perfection?
NSW

Why isn't your independent inspector helping you?(if you have one, if not why not?) The short answer is that you are entitled to the same standard of quality as builders…

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building-expert
Dec 27, 2016 10:30 am
building-expert
arvindkamboj
arvindkamboj
26 December 2016

Recommendation for builder house and attached Granny Flat

Recommendation for builder house and attached Granny Flat
NSW

hello imrasm, Thanks for information about that builder definitely I will look for that.

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arvindkamboj
Dec 26, 2016 5:07 pm
arvindkamboj
Nico
Nico
26 December 2016

JG King build. PICS, PICS & TIPS!!!

JG King build. PICS, PICS & TIPS!!!
VIC
1 ... 5, 6, 7

Good read. Sorry about your issues. Can you tell me what brand/model the kitchen rangehood is? I like it.

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Nico
Dec 26, 2016 1:58 pm
Nico
estate
estate
25 December 2016

Ramlegh Springs, Clyde North

Ramlegh Springs, Clyde North
VIC
1, 2, 3

As one poster mentioned you have approx 1.55 metres fall on the block. Your site costs will be approx 15 -20k but if you need a lot of bored piers then the number could be…

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estate
Dec 25, 2016 7:40 pm
Craigasaurus
Craigasaurus
25 December 2016

Seeking 3 wise (wo)men - Brisbane IP

Seeking 3 wise (wo)men - Brisbane IP
QLD

Go base range selections when it comes to tap ware, light fittings, flooring. Tenants don't look at the tap fittings, when deciding on a rental. Add curtains instead of…

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Craigasaurus
Dec 25, 2016 7:24 pm
tapasr_Lexia4
tapasr_Lexia4
25 December 2016

Builder Recommendation - Knockdown Sydney West

Builder Recommendation - Knockdown Sydney West
NSW

Hi, try to see Beechwood Homes and see which their many floor plans suit you. They have display homes in Homeworld in Gledswood Hills (near Gregory Hills) or the one in…

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tapasr_Lexia4
Dec 25, 2016 6:43 am
tapasr_Lexia4
Waldorf_Grange_Build
Waldorf_Grange_Build
24 December 2016

Need opinions on house exterior - Hillside 35 Porter Davis

Need opinions on house exterior - Hillside 35 Porter Davis
VIC

Do you have all the colour samples together in one pic? I find seeing them all together next to each other helps to ensure they all compliment each other.

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Waldorf_Grange_Build
Dec 24, 2016 10:11 pm
Waldorf_Grange_Build
JelenaK
JelenaK
24 December 2016

Advice needed:home design

Advice needed:home design
NSW

Your floor plan is very nice. As far as toilet goes, I am a big fan of having one in the bathroom if there is no option to have a wash basin in the toilet itself. Don't…

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JelenaK
Dec 24, 2016 7:59 am
AJW
AJW
24 December 2016

Getting copies of neighbours plans

Getting copies of neighbours plans
NSW

Again houses are not banks that house the Crown Jewels nor the nations secrets. Privacy yes security no. No common garden variety burglar is going to pursue house plans…

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AJW
Dec 23, 2016 11:07 pm
sundeepguntu
sundeepguntu
23 December 2016

New house.... Corner plot

New house.... Corner plot
VIC

Hello Forum members, I am looking at a plot in stage 1 in Lara, Victoria. Its being handled by First National real estate. https://www.firstnational.com.au/buy-re ...…

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sundeepguntu
Dec 23, 2016 4:00 pm
sundeepguntu
1sttimer_stoneridge
1sttimer_stoneridge
23 December 2016

Tulliallan: Is there a cost for retainer wall?

Tulliallan: Is there a cost for retainer wall?
VIC

Hi, congratulations on your settlement! If the retainer wall is already there, it should have any additional building costs provided your land is compacted. I'm…

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1sttimer_stoneridge
Dec 23, 2016 10:16 am
1sttimer_stoneridge
PerryFamily
PerryFamily
23 December 2016

Building Porter Davis "Livingstone" in SE Melbourne

Building Porter Davis "Livingstone" in SE Melbourne
VIC
1, 2, 3, 4

Ohhhh I see what you mean, yeah we're persisting with Vodafone because our plans are so good but making regular phone calls is pretty tough, basically there are only two…

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PerryFamily
Dec 23, 2016 8:35 am
stayxtrue
stayxtrue
23 December 2016

Our MainVue 530

Our MainVue 530
VIC
1 ... 9, 10, 11

Wow its looking good, not far now, looks like you should be getting the keys at some point in Jan/Feb!

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stayxtrue
Dec 23, 2016 8:24 am
stayxtrue
Craigasaurus
Craigasaurus
22 December 2016

Niche price and questions.

Niche price and questions.
NSW

I don't see why they wouldn't it certainly isn't complicated? I would be questioning what type of builder they are if the can't do a ledge? Hhmmm

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Craigasaurus
Dec 22, 2016 8:45 pm
RipnShred
RipnShred
22 December 2016

Thermal imaging inspection proves its worth, yet again!

Thermal imaging inspection proves its worth, yet again!
VIC

Thermal imaging is so reliable and a big help to prevent the deterioration of your house. This advance technology is also being used by

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RipnShred
Dec 22, 2016 10:42 am
pauldab
pauldab
21 December 2016

Underground Power Pit Query

Underground Power Pit Query
VIC

The first statement is basically stating that the available supply can provide up to 40 amps per phase (except where there are components upstream of your site that reduce…

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pauldab
Dec 21, 2016 7:47 pm
smnb
smnb
21 December 2016

Fireplace wood heater low emissions

Fireplace wood heater low emissions

We are struggling to find a good inbuilt fireplace / wood heater with low emissions and good reviews. We need max 0.9g/kg emissions at the moment we are looking at the…

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smnb
Dec 21, 2016 5:21 pm
Duel Occ CB
Duel Occ CB
21 December 2016

Calculating Squares

Calculating Squares
VIC

Hi All, I'm sure there are many and varied answers, however as a general rule, when calculating total squares, do you include the garage?

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Duel Occ CB
Dec 21, 2016 2:39 pm
Fisher75
Fisher75
20 December 2016

Opinions on Allworth Homes Vs Masterton Homes

Opinions on Allworth Homes Vs Masterton Homes
NSW

Had no experience with Allworth homes, but would NOT recommend anyone to build with Masterton.

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Fisher75
Dec 20, 2016 2:01 pm
vishkin
vishkin
19 December 2016

Oval cleared off grass and debris..

Oval cleared off grass and debris..
VIC

Finally, both the ovals have been scrapped clean and levelled. Lots of cement trucks dumping cement in the pavilion area. I think, we are on to something here....The ovals…

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552
vishkin
Dec 19, 2016 7:09 pm
yvonneh
yvonneh
19 December 2016

First time builder - My new hobby

First time builder - My new hobby
NSW

You can always also put the image "somewhere" on the internet and use the forum to display it. You just need the URL of the image.

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yvonneh
Dec 19, 2016 5:21 pm
TheGirlie
TheGirlie
19 December 2016

Added costs for sloping block

Added costs for sloping block
SA

Hi Mel, I can only give you an indication of what mine has cost. We have a 2m fall from back to front of the block - we're building split level which added approx. 19K to…

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TheGirlie
Dec 19, 2016 1:46 pm

Hello fellas ho ho ho.. Merry Xmas to all... Need bit of idea from someone who has opted for these colours as we have selected these coulors. Piers on front will be…

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Loveguru
Dec 19, 2016 1:28 pm
Loveguru
Dillman911
Dillman911
19 December 2016

Fairmont Build - Barossa Valley

Fairmont Build - Barossa Valley
SA

Yeah looking back now front door might have been better to go the biggest we could have but its not the end of the world luckily i work in a furniture workshop so i…

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Dillman911
Dec 19, 2016 6:19 am
building-expert
building-expert
19 December 2016

Building a basement worth it?

Building a basement worth it?
VIC

The value you are adding to your land is Value of land/divided by sqm x area of basement + cost of basement. Where the cost of land is high, as in inner city, the…

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building-expert
Dec 19, 2016 4:26 am
building-expert
kiwiora
kiwiora
18 December 2016

My New Build - Waiti

My New Build - Waiti
QLD

Thanks for your response, Craigasaurus. Notes about the Theatre wall and bed 4. I'll mention that to the builder. I have already changed the one window to two smaller…

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kiwiora
Dec 18, 2016 5:45 pm
jpmontoya
jpmontoya
18 December 2016

Building our new family home in Perth WA

Building our new family home in Perth WA
WA

following u now kate

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jpmontoya
Dec 18, 2016 10:34 am
jpmontoya
kiwiora
kiwiora
17 December 2016

Odd shaped block & builder recommendations

Odd shaped block & builder recommendations
QLD

Hey MrBee - we're a go! Best ask for commission ::wink:: My thread is here viewtopic.php?f=31&t=85954

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kiwiora
Dec 17, 2016 10:23 pm
Mclaren77
Mclaren77
17 December 2016

Henleys marina vs monterey q3

Henleys marina vs monterey q3
VIC

I can see why, skylights usually cause a lot of water leaks if not maintained.

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Mclaren77
Dec 17, 2016 11:52 am
sumitsharma17
sumitsharma17
16 December 2016

Henley montery q3

Henley montery q3
VIC

Hi everyone . We are about to build our first house . Has anyone built monterey q3 with henley . Please share your thoughts if you have . My concern is the master bedroom…

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sumitsharma17
Dec 16, 2016 9:37 pm
sumitsharma17
Jess_95
Jess_95
16 December 2016

Montgomery Homes

Montgomery Homes
NSW

Thank you for the feedback. So far Montgomery homes has been brilliant in catering for our needs so hopefully our build will be the same

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Jess_95
Dec 16, 2016 8:17 pm
cj-au
cj-au
16 December 2016

Brisbane Council Approval Time?

Brisbane Council Approval Time?
QLD
1, 2

We're just had our contract appointment this morning with Plantation homes who's told us they will lodge with council this afternoon or tomorrow…

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cj-au
Dec 16, 2016 2:00 pm
belato
belato
15 December 2016

Country style home builders - Newcastle

Country style home builders - Newcastle
NSW

Hi AmyD. Have you made a decision on who to go with?

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belato
Dec 15, 2016 9:33 pm
Nataly
Nataly
15 December 2016

Carlisle Granada 41 Flooring / LED light

Carlisle Granada 41 Flooring / LED light
VIC

hi how did you go with color selection going in Jan

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Nataly
Dec 15, 2016 8:59 pm
Nataly
firsttime_homies1401
firsttime_homies1401
15 December 2016

Our Aegean 230 (MainVue)

Our Aegean 230 (MainVue)
VIC

Hey dream house, How are things going? Haven't seen any updates for a while.

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firsttime_homies1401
Dec 15, 2016 8:17 pm
firsttime_homies1401
yvonneh
yvonneh
15 December 2016

Bearers and Joist - Access Door

Bearers and Joist - Access Door
NSW

It's short. Enough to crawl through.... I think it's a standard size.

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yvonneh
Dec 15, 2016 5:23 pm
scubabe
scubabe
15 December 2016

KDR Brisbane South Custom-ish House

KDR Brisbane South Custom-ish House
QLD

Hi Gem, Just found your thread and wondering how things are progressing?

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scubabe
Dec 15, 2016 12:31 pm
scubabe
lpecakov
lpecakov
15 December 2016

NCG HOMES

NCG HOMES
VIC

100% agree with your comments. I purchased a house and land package from Nick @ NCG Homes in 2011. These guys delivered a high quality job with great service and great…

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lpecakov
Dec 15, 2016 12:18 pm
lpecakov
lpecakov
15 December 2016

NCG Homes 10/10

NCG Homes 10/10
VIC

These guys are great. I purchased a house and land package from them in 2011. They completed the construction ahead of time and ahead of schedule. No fuss, no problems. We…

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lpecakov
Dec 15, 2016 12:12 pm
Ryalls_first_build
Ryalls_first_build
15 December 2016

Coral homes Noosa 28 Macquarie hills Newcastle

Coral homes Noosa 28 Macquarie hills Newcastle
NSW
1 ... 5, 6, 7

Any luck with the keys yet Sam?

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Ryalls_first_build
Dec 15, 2016 10:52 am
Ryalls_first_build
JLH222
JLH222
14 December 2016

Newport 361 in Bayside

Newport 361 in Bayside
VIC

Hi, we are also bayside and doing a KDRB. We are building with Metricon and are halfway through our demo. We also had asbestos and our total demo costs were around…

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JLH222
Dec 14, 2016 5:54 pm
JLH222
bella18
bella18
14 December 2016

Recommendations for Private Building inspector for PCI

Recommendations for Private Building inspector for PCI
NSW

Hi, Please recommend for pre handover PCI private building inspector in Sydney, Liverpool area. For a two storey home. Much Appreciated! Thanks Bella

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bella18
Dec 14, 2016 5:19 pm
Robina
Robina
14 December 2016

HGWA Tuckey Cove house plan

HGWA Tuckey Cove house plan
WA
1 ... 23, 24, 25

Hi Lilyzhou We have 4 mature trees the one out the front is a non fruiting pear. It makes such a difference to the garden. The other three are liquid Ambers. We got them…

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Robina
Dec 14, 2016 4:58 pm
Robina
Sunset1
Sunset1
14 December 2016

Do u need to dump fill? We need fill in Sydney!

Do u need to dump fill? We need fill in Sydney!
NSW
1, 2

Bump Is anyone still needing fill?

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Sunset1
Dec 14, 2016 1:26 pm
TheBear
TheBear
14 December 2016

Fern Bay NSW

Fern Bay NSW
NSW

Hi Natzaz, Our land is due to be registered mid Feb and looking to move in around Jan 2018. Keen to hear of your experiences (good or bad) in terms of the…

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TheBear
Dec 14, 2016 10:23 am
Katalyst
Katalyst
13 December 2016

Zero Coars alfresco - HGWA

Zero Coars alfresco - HGWA
WA

With Pre-start fast approaching so far we are wrapped woth everything HGWA have been able to do. Unfortunately, they have told us they won't/can't do a zero coarse slab…

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Katalyst
Dec 13, 2016 9:11 pm

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