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Building a Fernleigh
mmmkay, just checked again but understand that you have been hectic.. will be back to stalk again in a few weeks... sabs1 replied 9 June 2011 ago sabs1Jun 09, 2011 6:26 pm Home and Contents Insurance QuestionsNo one Is going to be able to give you a figure that will match your quote exactly.
Insurance is affected by a multitude of factors: have you had insurance previously /… kyton replied 9 June 2011 ago kytonJun 09, 2011 9:19 pm designing a homeHi melnat,
We took over 6 months to get plans ready for DA with an architect, 3 months of this was fortnightly meetings of 1-2 hours.
The first plans were in principle… J&K replied 11 June 2011 ago When to apply for utility connections?We have arranged our Gas and Elec with our current provider. You need to organise, phone and water. But wait until you have a firm moving date, just use theirs at PCI. deb17 replied 11 June 2011 ago deb17Jun 11, 2011 2:21 pm Doing your own stuff prior to handover...Thanks, will take this into consideration. We will be doing the work and electrical stuff by family so are aware if any accidental damage occurs we would be responsible.… lawson replied 12 June 2011 ago Can anyone identify this brick!?If you go to Studio M on Metricon's website, it says Boral bricks. Just pick any facade and see if you can find one for the Kubis picture. If… take2Jun 12, 2011 2:03 pm Ok, so what happens now?Hi,
Thanks, there are many of us that are building with this builder who are in the same boat...
Pretty sad actually. Our Acreage Build!!your house looks lovely, who was the builder? What state did you build in? have you moved in? edscl replied 13 June 2011 ago edsclJun 13, 2011 2:34 am Plenty River Estate - Doreen
Hi all,
I have been reading thorough this thread for a little while...& we are Keen to build in Plenty River...any suggestions/info/advice for us??
Looking to build with… Til replied 13 June 2011 ago price of custom build?I'm looking a little under 10K / square for Bafto homes. I think that a square is 9.29 square metres. NiMa this result could have been avoided if they had used countersinking tool, which still can be done now, they just need to remove the screws, and redrill in the holes… ground cover for moving day?Check ebay. You might pick up a couple of old carpet runners on the cheap. Or a couple of old rugs that you could cut into lengths.  carlzJun 13, 2011 3:26 pm deb17Jun 13, 2011 6:58 pm Burbank Or Porter DavisDear All,
Anyone has recommendation, Which one I should choose Burbank or Porter Davis ?
I love Burbank design called Generation 26.
Or Porter davis - Creswick or… kkurni started a topic 13 June 2011 ago deb17Jun 13, 2011 8:53 pm Did you name your house?WOW, there are some great ideas there, I am thinking of the aboriginal word, "Eumeralla" which means valley of plenty. And yes our house is in a valley!!
Thanks for the… Slab question (calling all engineers)Digging up an old thread, but when we had our house built (A V Jennings, 25 years ago) they sprayed the slab wit "purple" as soon as it was laid, with faded off over a few… LED downlights: Prices seem very steepThe lights for the top storey can be done later pretty easily. The bottom storey is a little trickier due to limited access, but you can just get standard light put where… joles replied 14 June 2011 ago jolesJun 14, 2011 12:34 pm Fill on site.Geez that's a nasty surprise 
We had to get 30 truck loads removed when our HSTP and disposal area when in. We got the invoice the other day and it cost $426 for the… ESB replied 14 June 2011 ago Who's the best?Hi atsang2047 and welcome to the forum.
Unfortunately I don't think there is a straightforward answer to your question. Every builder has their good and bad points and… donuts replied 14 June 2011 ago New builders: check Your house plansA few of the things I noticed on my plans were:
- The render instructions didn't make sense as shown in 2D. The plans originally had the walls to… What is Long Service Levy Payment?Basically people who work in the construction industry are entitled to long service leave.
Due to the nature of the business with many short term contracts, rather than… Sewer locationGenerally if there is a single pipe in an easement it will run in the middle. If there are two pipes they will generally be 1m apart in a 2m… Building in McKeachies - Eden BraeHi there - we're building the Hawthorne 29 corner option in Fletcher. We paid our initial deposit back in April and have just signed contracts last week. They've given… walton replied 16 June 2011 ago Help Please - Redesign of kitchen neededWhat about using that odd cupboard in the island as a recess, you shouldnt need to extend the island very much.
Other options might be to reduce the pantry height to… Peg outthanks fazmac and joannapaulp that makes a lot more sense now! kdgirl replied 16 June 2011 ago SITE FEESwe require some retaining walls (min 10cm and max 35cm) this is at our cost, we will hopefully do it after handover during the landscaping. kdgirl replied 16 June 2011 ago Building Envelope in Melbourne WestImpermeable surfaces include the roof of the house and any associated building such as verandah and sheds, it also include and hard surfaces such as concrete paths and… mbervJun 16, 2011 9:13 pm HELP! We need an ETSA pitWe dont have an ETSA pit on our land and just wondering how we go about getting one?
Is this something we organise direct or does the builder? How much can we expect to… Ashkate started a topic 16 June 2011 ago Porter Davis Garage DesignDear All,
I just notice Porter davis garage style always has 1 rear door.
Is that possible to add another rear door to the entrance of the home… Pricing - opinions please :)Agreed - the island bench does sound relatively reasonable, but to me it looks like you're paying retail + markup for the vanity and rangehood (plus any structural changes… Retaining Walls $$ blow outMe too. You don't know until you experience it hey! Lol
Our site costs were 50k too and most of that was for a huge retaining wall and lots of dirt fill! Arghhhh
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