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based on some assumed dimensions by keeping the theatre in the original living room space there can be a smaller increase in overall size with some improvements in garage…

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oklouise
Apr 02, 2021 10:37 pm
Pulse
Pulse
2 April 2021

How can I deal with these retaining walls?

How can I deal with these retaining walls?
NSW

The fence should really be on existing ground level. The issue is that fence repair costs are split 50:50, retaining wall costs are paid for 100% by the person who…

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Pulse
Apr 02, 2021 8:48 pm
alymei
alymei
2 April 2021

Austral Wilderness Grey Gum

Austral Wilderness Grey Gum
QLD

We ended up doing chiffon, but have since sold. I think Im going blackbutt this time

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alymei
Apr 02, 2021 6:29 pm
Althom
Althom
2 April 2021

Steel-Line (WA) Wall Remote Stopped Working

Steel-Line (WA) Wall Remote Stopped Working

If it's not a battery issue and it's genuinely U/S after such a relatively short time you'd think that a reasonable company would simply cough up a replacement. It retails…

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Althom
Apr 02, 2021 10:12 am
Althom
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
31 March 2021

Porter Davis Astor Grange 54 display home price vs mid price

Porter Davis Astor Grange 54 display home price vs mid price

Hey AshGrange Welcome to the forum Try as you may you will never get the numbers to stack up in your favour . Displays are over priced and loose money You can check out…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 31, 2021 11:21 pm
StructuralBIMGuy

Hello everyone, I'm getting closer to the end of the build and I could see something unusual in the brickwork. Its been few months since they gave the brickwork an acid…

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yoge_1993
Mar 30, 2021 9:19 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
30 March 2021

Invoices and receipts from builder

Invoices and receipts from builder

Can you be a bit more specific? do you have a contract in place, if so what type of work and contract and what is the actual problem? Are you asking if the builder needs…

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SejaeD
Mar 30, 2021 7:14 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
SejaeD
30 March 2021

Mcdonald Jones homes or Clarendon Homes.

Mcdonald Jones homes or Clarendon Homes.

roof leaks suck, The main point of building a shelter is to stay dry right!

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SejaeD
Mar 30, 2021 7:03 pm
SejaeD
RileyD
RileyD
30 March 2021

Options when the builder makes a mistake?

Options when the builder makes a mistake?

Thanks. I'll keep the Nuclear Option in check for now, hopefully it won't come to that anyway.

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RileyD
Mar 30, 2021 1:46 pm
oklouise
oklouise
30 March 2021

Review my floor plan please

Review my floor plan please
VIC
1, 2

keeping in mind that your designer will need to convert my guestimates to a workable plan and the only way to be sure of costs is to have a detailed quote on a proper…

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oklouise
Mar 30, 2021 10:24 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
30 March 2021

Am I doing it right? (Double Brick Estimate)

Am I doing it right? (Double Brick Estimate)

Hey morrisoakes Welcome to the forum Unless you put more info up, then what's given is speculation What stage are you at 1st stage estimate or 2nd Stages quantities both…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 30, 2021 9:29 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Pulse
Pulse
29 March 2021

Need advise: sleepers with timber or galvanised support post

Need advise: sleepers with timber or galvanised support post

Gal posts and concrete sleepers will last longer than the timber, maybe double or triple, choose based on your plans for the property in the future

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Pulse
Mar 29, 2021 4:26 pm
bigdave
bigdave
28 March 2021

New Build Pricing: 230m² Double Story

New Build Pricing: 230m² Double Story

Thanks gogo, Kippers, excellent tips on where we might need to budget for extras. What do you think of the core build costs? Do you think this is roughly in line with a…

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bigdave
Mar 28, 2021 10:46 pm
ankyss31
ankyss31
28 March 2021

Building with Lily Homes

Building with Lily Homes

They are ok however, Never NEVER EVER Build with MANKO homes, Poor Quality, Non Qualified Supervisors who are college student, They will make sure once you signed, they…

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ankyss31
Mar 28, 2021 8:28 pm
Nannynap
Nannynap
28 March 2021

Reverse brick veneer v double brick Perth build

Reverse brick veneer v double brick Perth build

You can save space, there are variations to RBV. The one with the large cavity and battens on the veneer takes up more space and will do very well for energy efficiency.…

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Nannynap
Mar 28, 2021 4:49 pm
janeeeey
janeeeey
28 March 2021

Side setback relaxation (Moreton Bay)

Side setback relaxation (Moreton Bay)

Is there any one who have applied or got an approval for side setback relaxation for Moreton bay? I am planning to build a house in narrow lot (which is 10m x 40m in…

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janeeeey
Mar 28, 2021 10:57 am
Unikitty
Unikitty
27 March 2021

Problems with Council

Problems with Council

Obscure glazing for the build and then get a glazier in post-build...? >Might get you through initial council approval ;-)

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Unikitty
Mar 27, 2021 12:21 am
SejaeD
SejaeD
26 March 2021

External caulking of window frames and render edges?

External caulking of window frames and render edges?

HI yes your windows definitely need to be caulked. on our Hebel homes we leave a 5mm gap around the windows and then caulk them hope this helps good luck Simeon

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SejaeD
Mar 26, 2021 10:49 am
SejaeD
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
26 March 2021

270 m2 Class A site - Earthworks $11,000 - Is this normal?

270 m2 Class A site - Earthworks $11,000 - Is this normal?

The guy who cleared your site probably nicked off to another job, left you in the hole and didn't come back to complete the job properly Pity you paid him in full. Site…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 26, 2021 9:25 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Xi Jinping
Xi Jinping
25 March 2021

building with Hickinbotham- Wallaroo

building with Hickinbotham- Wallaroo

anyone build with hickinbotham? what's ur experiences? done selections this week, waiting for soil test. what's is ur footing cost? is it above the original quotation?

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Xi Jinping
Mar 25, 2021 10:46 pm
MHjs
MHjs
25 March 2021

Your experience with Burbank

Your experience with Burbank
VIC
1, 2

Burbank has almost completed the building of my house. However during their planning stage they did not include…

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MHjs
Mar 25, 2021 10:33 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
25 March 2021

Energy Efficiency Advice

Energy Efficiency Advice
WA
1, 2

"About U values, yes these look good for low-e but as I say it’s only a reflector of radiant heat whereas double glazing really slows heat conduction. Add…

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ECOECO
Mar 25, 2021 4:58 pm
ECOECO
gangster441
gangster441
25 March 2021

Porter Davis: - Rochedale 33 Build Thread

Porter Davis: - Rochedale 33 Build Thread
VIC
1, 2

Hi Shane, That link does not work. I am thinking of building Rochedale 33 with Front Master bed. Your assistance and some information would be appreciated. Thank you.

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gangster441
Mar 25, 2021 11:57 am
newbie26
newbie26
25 March 2021

Eaves to be added in working diagrams

Eaves to be added in working diagrams
VIC

Draftiee confirmed we might have to go back to council and check. Tossing up Between wasting time with council or going ahead with gable roof on garage

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newbie26
Mar 25, 2021 10:33 am
gangster441
gangster441
25 March 2021

Porter Davis Rochedale 33

Porter Davis Rochedale 33

Hi All, I am thinking to build the PD Rochedale 33 with Grand Family x2C Galley Extended Home Theatre with Upper Front Master Bedroom as well as…

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gangster441
Mar 25, 2021 10:24 am
blcheong
blcheong
24 March 2021

Flood prone but no overlay?

Flood prone but no overlay?

Which council was this? We had a similar issue where MW didn’t care but council still did.

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blcheong
Mar 24, 2021 11:44 pm
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
24 March 2021

Swimming Pool : Shell from a retailer but installation other

Swimming Pool : Shell from a retailer but installation other
NSW

Hi, I’m curious as to why you are looking for a shallow pool . There isn’t much available as the market dictates deeper pools . As for buying pool and having installed…

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wheeliworks
Mar 24, 2021 9:13 pm
wheeliworks
Sammyb
Sammyb
24 March 2021

Fairmont Homes - Northridge Estate SA

Fairmont Homes - Northridge Estate SA
SA
1 ... 8, 9, 10

By the way how was the experience of the process of building with this builder. So far it’s been ok for us

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Sammyb
Mar 24, 2021 7:44 pm

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bcat
Mar 24, 2021 2:48 pm
GoneBuilding
GoneBuilding
24 March 2021

Bricks on/over limestone retaining VS Drop Footings

Bricks on/over limestone retaining VS Drop Footings

Hi , Just looking for your feedback regarding the…

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GoneBuilding
Mar 24, 2021 12:59 am
Berek
Berek
23 March 2021

Splay Area - definition?

Splay Area - definition?

Councils may differ in their rules and regs. Best to search specifically for your councils planning rules.

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Berek
Mar 23, 2021 8:11 pm
Abhi1985
Abhi1985
22 March 2021

HAF Rebate

HAF Rebate

Hi all, I have secured a land on Hillcroft Estate. What are your thoughts about using HAF rebate. Is it worth using the rebate? Thanks. Abhi

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Abhi1985
Mar 22, 2021 9:29 pm
Noname
Noname
22 March 2021

Brick Wall on Boundary

Brick Wall on Boundary

bugger. sounds like you've got your work cut out for you for the foreseeable future

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Noname
Mar 22, 2021 4:49 pm
brianbuilds
brianbuilds
22 March 2021

New Build Pricing Help 330m2 double story

New Build Pricing Help 330m2 double story

Thanks so much for the insights, really appreciate it, We are going with GJ Hume (apparently you have to go with the local franchise) :)

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brianbuilds
Mar 22, 2021 4:06 pm
brianbuilds
Phil of Sydney
Phil of Sydney
22 March 2021

Got a draft doesn't look really good.. please help me!

Got a draft doesn't look really good.. please help me!
VIC

The block rises approx. 5.5m form the nature strip to the rear boundary. That's over a distance of approx. 39m. The garage entrance is currently 1.6m above the nature…

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Phil of Sydney
Mar 22, 2021 10:47 am
build2020
build2020
21 March 2021

Cemintel concrete cladding panels for indoor

Cemintel concrete cladding panels for indoor
VIC

We've been told to expect to pay approx $15k for a 2.7 x 6m wall. I had no idea Bunnings now stock it. Will check it out, thank you :)

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build2020
Mar 21, 2021 8:59 pm
kdr2020
kdr2020
21 March 2021

Burbank Homes or Highmark Homes?

Burbank Homes or Highmark Homes?
VIC

Thanks!! All the best with the rest of the project and smiles at the end.

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kdr2020
Mar 21, 2021 3:54 pm
kdr2020
kdr2020
21 March 2021

Burbank Homes Edgerton 282 Build

Burbank Homes Edgerton 282 Build

Unfortunately haven't been active on the forum while we were going back and forth on design changes and fitting that within a hectic work schedule. We haven't come to the…

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kdr2020
Mar 21, 2021 3:44 pm
domwild37
domwild37
21 March 2021

Pavers to PVC drain pipe, ceiling joints are visible

Pavers to PVC drain pipe, ceiling joints are visible

Hi, Six month warranty period is over and I submitted four pages of requests and as I am not a builder and do not know the level of quality expected I need to ask this…

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domwild37
Mar 21, 2021 2:37 pm
M.Karbo
M.Karbo
20 March 2021

Building with Clarendon

Building with Clarendon

Hello everyone, anyone is building with Clarendon in Queensland and made a deposit before 1/10/2020? If yes, did you get their 12 months price lock offer at the time?

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M.Karbo
Mar 20, 2021 8:28 am
Monty85
Monty85
19 March 2021

Moving in with no concrete paths/driveway

Moving in with no concrete paths/driveway
VIC

So maybe it's different in Sydney but our builder wanted $10,000 for a 5.5m x 5m driveway. We decided to do it post handover anyway but I still don't expect the prices to…

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Monty85
Mar 19, 2021 5:34 pm
Noname
Noname
19 March 2021

Question regarding mortar colour

Question regarding mortar colour
NSW

the mortar lightens. takes a little bit for it to fully dry.

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Noname
Mar 19, 2021 4:30 pm
EnegueWeil
EnegueWeil
19 March 2021

Anyone building with Homebuyers Centre in VICTORIA?

Anyone building with Homebuyers Centre in VICTORIA?
VIC
1 ... 248, 249, 250

Hey again sorry for the late reply. Yea, one thing that we should have done was the electrical pack and additional switches and LAN cable ports for the whole house.…

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EnegueWeil
Mar 19, 2021 11:57 am
EnegueWeil
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
19 March 2021

Slab poured without pre slab inspection

Slab poured without pre slab inspection

Unfortunately, Changing the day and time is an old builders and concreters trick and they get away with it most of the time. These days if engineers suspect somethings is…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 19, 2021 11:43 am
StructuralBIMGuy
toughgamer
toughgamer
19 March 2021

who's built with parkhill https://parkhillproperty.com.au/ab

who's built with parkhill https://parkhillproperty.com.au/ab

as title - I'm wondering if anyone's built with them and how's the quality?

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toughgamer
Mar 19, 2021 10:03 am
Cala90
Cala90
19 March 2021

Austral Bricks Metallix Range - has anyone had any issues?

Austral Bricks Metallix Range - has anyone had any issues?

Wow, the Metallix range was going to be our choice too.

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Cala90
Mar 19, 2021 8:07 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
18 March 2021

DFH charging for employing private inspector

DFH charging for employing private inspector

Snake oil salesmen. The legislation was brought in for good reason and the VBA should show some spine and come down hard on building industry charlatans who operate like…

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1985
SaveH2O
Mar 18, 2021 9:48 pm
SaveH2O
Pulse
Pulse
18 March 2021

$150K SITE COSTS??? PLEASE HELP!

$150K SITE COSTS??? PLEASE HELP!

I too would reassess the plans, The garage is on the North East corner on the high side of the block, no elevations but a garage underneath would be great closer to street…

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Pulse
Mar 18, 2021 8:10 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
18 March 2021

No Pre-Construction meeting with Supervisor?

No Pre-Construction meeting with Supervisor?

Yeah when I was at Metricon the staff got big discounts. Cant remember if it was 10% or 15% was it was definitely a perk that a lot of staff benefited from. Their…

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SejaeD
Mar 18, 2021 4:42 pm
SejaeD
AJ105
AJ105
18 March 2021

Domaine homes by clerondon

Domaine homes by clerondon
NSW
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Has anyone been charged with a Land Access and Marketing fee by Domaine Homes?

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AJ105
Mar 18, 2021 8:41 am

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