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mockkie
mockkie
28 October 2022

Show us your facade...

Show us your facade...
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mockkie
Oct 28, 2022 12:08 pm
nickmaj
nickmaj
24 May

How often do you visit your site?

How often do you visit your site?
1 ... 35, 36, 37

100%, going too often removes the excitement. We are waiting for our gyprock to go in now after i did the pre-lining inspection this morning. I dont really want to see it…

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nickmaj
May 24, 2024 10:31 am
bpratt
bpratt
16 May

Things you forget - summary page 32

Things you forget - summary page 32
1 ... 60, 61, 62

Thank you. She had a pretty good life, and pleased I was able to keep her around for 23 years after Dad had passed. I had some friends set up this page, which really…

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bpratt
May 16, 2024 3:22 pm

Are these windows gaps and uneven brick finishing acceptable

Are these windows gaps and uneven brick finishing acceptable
NSW

Hi we are having the exact same issue with two of our windows with MJH! I’ve been complaining about it from the moment the bricks were finished! Any update or advice for…

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jpalmer
Sep 13, 2024 3:39 pm

Please comment on quality of my build brickwork and in general

Please comment on quality of my build brickwork and in general
NSW

Looks like AllCastle Homes. The door frames and brick colour give it away to me at least. My last home was built by AllCastle and my current neighbour's is, they were good…

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dj3000au
Sep 13, 2024 3:39 pm

Brickwork

Brickwork

Hi everyone, We are slowly headed towards handover and just wanted advice on the finish of our alfresco area. To us it’s a a bad finish and have asked for it to be…

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jpalmer
Sep 13, 2024 3:36 pm

Painting over Unitex rendered wall

Painting over Unitex rendered wall

Hello I have a rendered house which was finished in Uni-Trowel Décor™ 333, which is an acrylic product. The colour is vivid white. We then poured our driveway and we…

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afpo23
Sep 13, 2024 6:50 am
BBJB
BBJB
19 h

Liquidated damage claim post hanodver

Liquidated damage claim post hanodver

Thank you for your replies, I think it will be really hard going after a big builder and probably it will cost more in legal fees.

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519
BBJB
Sep 12, 2024 8:58 pm

Boutique builders -Perth

Boutique builders -Perth
WA
1, 2

Hahaha. Good one chippy. :lol: The spammer was a Yank, "personalized" gave him away. Probably yet another unethical and desperate SEO sod.

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SaveH2O
Sep 12, 2024 8:50 pm
SaveH2O

Beacon Lighting 20% Discount

Beacon Lighting 20% Discount
NSW
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Yes I can and the code has been sent :)

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Ashington Homes
Sep 12, 2024 4:25 am
Ashington Homes

I have this report from my inspector, basically the front of the porch is not connecting to the back of the roof. The builder put some flashing which has hidden the gap,…

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ownerinproblem
Sep 11, 2024 3:26 pm
Budapest
Budapest
11 September

Designing, Building & Developing a Luxury home in Lindfield

Designing, Building & Developing a Luxury home in Lindfield
NSW
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Did they say why they can't bend/roll them? These guys do up to 380PFC according to their site: https://www.boydmetal.com.au/section-rolling/ Can you see the beam or is…

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Budapest
Sep 11, 2024 2:34 pm
chippy
chippy
10 September

corner stacker door bottom frame height issue

corner stacker door bottom frame height issue

Slab needed a rebate. Better planning during design stage. Nothing can be done now without spending big $$$.

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chippy
Sep 10, 2024 6:55 pm
chippy
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
10 September

Waffle Pod or raft slab for H2 site with P classification

Waffle Pod or raft slab for H2 site with P classification

Alex I don't think these programs that do the calculations are as smart as you:-D I am sure you are correct, but the boffins who wrote the algorithms don't have your…

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Ashington Homes
Sep 10, 2024 4:35 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
10 September

Any delays with Wisdom H issuing Occupation Certificate timely upon completion of building?

Any delays with Wisdom H issuing Occupation Certificate timely upon completion of building?
NSW

You can move in without an OC. I was literally having this discussion/debate with one of my certifiers last week and even he admitted that its an incredibly arduous and…

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409
Ashington Homes
Sep 10, 2024 4:12 pm
Ashington Homes
jsal
jsal
9 September

Building with Henley Homes

Building with Henley Homes
VIC

Our house started in VIC south east in January 24... We just reached lock up stage and should be finished in the next couple of months. Seems the supply chain issues all…

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jsal
Sep 09, 2024 7:53 pm

That would be your choice. I have no idea what you plan on putting in the spaces so can't tell you one way or the other. Obviously adjustable gives you flexibility. If…

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chippy
Sep 09, 2024 2:15 pm
chippy

Anyone knows if a bi-fold door is not fully closing, and it leaves around 3-4mm gap between the frame and the two panels, can it be fixed? The builder said he won’t fix…

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ownerinproblem
Sep 09, 2024 6:30 am

Planning to do landscaping as below: any suggestions and comments for improvement . Backyard size is 11m wide x 8.3m length 1) Will do the…

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Sara thy
Sep 08, 2024 10:03 pm
Sara thy
Sara thy
8 September

Garden bed in backyard backside

Garden bed in backyard backside

Regarding adding Garden bed in backyard backside, the backside neighbour project builder added the fence without…

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264
Sara thy
Sep 08, 2024 5:38 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
8 September

Costs involved - partially steep site, partially-stilt home construction

Costs involved - partially steep site, partially-stilt home construction

Hi El Forgo From what you are describing, I would be budgeting at least $6,000-7,000/sqm at an absolute minimum, possibly even $8,000. This factors in: 1. The sheer…

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659
Ashington Homes
Sep 08, 2024 8:43 am
Ashington Homes
chippy
chippy
7 September

Suggestions on Eaves Height

Suggestions on Eaves Height

Correct. External the eaves will sit on top of the window frames, internally there will be 3 courses to the ceiling. Those details are from our house. We went with 28c…

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chippy
Sep 07, 2024 9:18 pm
chippy
rt99
rt99
6 September

Signature projects Box Hill - Any reviews ? ***

Signature projects Box Hill - Any reviews ? ***
NSW
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Not sure for ones who took house and land

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rt99
Sep 06, 2024 8:05 am
rocketfish11
rocketfish11
6 September

Wahlstedt Quality Homes - South Australia

Wahlstedt Quality Homes - South Australia
SA

Hi kks, Obviously quite a while now, just wondering if you ended up going ahead with Wahlstedt? If so, keen to hear yours or others' thoughts on how it all went!

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rocketfish11
Sep 06, 2024 3:34 am
dave.0000
dave.0000
5 September

Costs of knock down rebuild in Melbourne 2024

Costs of knock down rebuild in Melbourne 2024
VIC

Thanks Katzie. I understand the builder organises inspectors, but I will consider having a separate inspector as well. Do you know roughly how much that would be? I've…

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dave.0000
Sep 05, 2024 2:45 pm
g.nandode
g.nandode
5 September

Principal Certifying Authority (PCA)

Principal Certifying Authority (PCA)
NSW

Hello All, I need your recommendation for a Principal Certifying Authority (PCA) I should appoint for a new build in Westmead NSW. Please provide recommendation based on…

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g.nandode
Sep 05, 2024 10:42 am
Linestarboard
Linestarboard
5 September

Rimfire Home Pty Ltd in Brisbane

Rimfire Home Pty Ltd in Brisbane
QLD

We're looking at building a Rooming House in Brisbane with Rimfire. Any reviews or feedback from current or previous customers?

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348
Linestarboard
Sep 05, 2024 7:08 am
Blossom78581
Blossom78581
5 September

Experience with HBCF insurance claim process NSW

Experience with HBCF insurance claim process NSW

Hi Simeon, We still have some incomplete work, nothing major, but it is still work that's part of the contract and a requirement for our build. Our roof also hasn't…

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Blossom78581
Sep 05, 2024 6:34 am
Omark
Omark
5 September

fixed site cost

fixed site cost

Hey guys, I’m building in the northern suburb Donnybrook and I’ve received a quote from the builder…

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Omark
Sep 05, 2024 2:42 am
jonathanbi
jonathanbi
4 September

Facade Materials

Facade Materials

Hi Everyone, I currently have render on my Facade, but I want to change it to a colorbond cladding. Anyone know the process, and if I will need to get my BA done again? Thanks!!

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jonathanbi
Sep 04, 2024 1:22 pm
Sara thy
Sara thy
3 September

Marble looking wall panel behind TV

Marble looking wall panel behind TV
NSW

chippy any suggestions please :-)

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Sara thy
Sep 03, 2024 10:58 pm
Jumaxel
Jumaxel
3 September

Independent Inspector

Independent Inspector
QLD

Hi Everyone, Does anyone know of a good and reliable independent inspector in the Brisbane area? I'm currently building in Spring Mountain, QLD 4300. Any…

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395
Jumaxel
Sep 03, 2024 4:32 pm
ankittanna
ankittanna
3 September

Brisbane City Council Site Cover

Brisbane City Council Site Cover
QLD

it does apply if it's a lowset home? because the rule is very wierd. 60% of 399 = 239sqm and 50% of 400 = 200sqm :D so I don't know. should I sell my 3 sqm to the council? :D

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ankittanna
Sep 03, 2024 1:49 pm
r_e_n_o
r_e_n_o
3 September

Onsite security camera.

Onsite security camera.

Arlo Go is another option too https://www.arlo.com/en-au/cameras/go/V ... 00AUS.html Can also plug in a solar charger to keep it running without connecting to power

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r_e_n_o
Sep 03, 2024 1:26 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
3 September

Architects have no clue about construction costs

Architects have no clue about construction costs
NSW

Hi Everyone Sorry that I have to post about this topic again, but in the last week I have met with two families who have DA approved plans and their construction costs…

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Ashington Homes
Sep 03, 2024 4:59 am
Ashington Homes
Omark
Omark
2 September

Fix site cost

Fix site cost

Thanks mate

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Omark
Sep 02, 2024 11:48 pm
chippy
chippy
2 September

Main Door spoiled

Main Door spoiled

Personally, it's not the end of the world. Yes it could have been trimmed evenly top and bottom but many doors, particularly older mortice and tenon doors had a larger…

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675
chippy
Sep 02, 2024 8:35 pm
chippy
dke01
dke01
2 September

Multiple Hot water system(s)?

Multiple Hot water system(s)?
NSW

Want hotwater setup that allows the Main bathroom and Ensuite both have strong supply of hotwater when both are running at the same time. Have…

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dke01
Sep 02, 2024 5:54 pm
aushelby
aushelby
2 September

Single storey build over sewer vs 2 storey

Single storey build over sewer vs 2 storey

We are building over a main (100mm, 2m deep and concrete encased) - unfortunately in our case the SM was a late find post settlement (grrr) We have a DA and just…

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706
aushelby
Sep 02, 2024 4:54 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
2 September

OC requirment

OC requirment

Probably, it's hard to know without a couple of quotes. But the way I would look at it is, it is probably 1 days work for a carpenter. That would be $400-500 just for…

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585
Ashington Homes
Sep 02, 2024 2:26 pm
Ashington Homes

Hot Water (HWS)

Hot Water (HWS)

Family of 4. Had 1x 315L Sanden Eco Plus for 4 years. Never ran out of water, even with guests staying.

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arrogant_menace
Aug 31, 2024 11:31 pm
nickmaj
nickmaj
30 August

McDonald Jones Homes - The new thread

McDonald Jones Homes - The new thread
NSW
1 ... 721, 722, 723

Anyone on here recently done a build with MJH? We got a call today saying our house is done. Our SS is doing "his" inspection Monday and then the painter coming Wednesday…

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nickmaj
Aug 30, 2024 4:16 pm
nickmaj
nickmaj
30 August

New build ceiling suggestions

New build ceiling suggestions

My ceilings are 2.7m high, and they adjusted our door heights to suit. Im quite tall and i find 2.7m high to be good, but if i could choose again, id go 3m which i believe is 33c.

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nickmaj
Aug 30, 2024 3:51 pm
Eng. B A
Eng. B A
30 August

Edge Beam Depth

Edge Beam Depth
VIC

You need to refer back to the structural engineering footings and slab design for edge beams depth. The depth on reactive clay doesn’t necessarily depend only on bearing…

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Eng. B A
Aug 30, 2024 12:16 pm
g.nandode
g.nandode
29 August

Stallion Projects

Stallion Projects

Hello All, I shortlisted below builders for KDR project in Westmead NSW and I am incline to use Stallion Projects due to direct reference. Stallion Projects Tullipan…

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g.nandode
Aug 29, 2024 12:17 pm

Suggest a good private inspector for all phases of construction in Brisbane

Suggest a good private inspector for all phases of construction in Brisbane
QLD

you can do frame @ roof on, windows in, rough-in done, wrap ready for clad, this way you can review all of those elements as well as slab, vapour barrier to slab edge,…

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BuildingandLegal
Aug 28, 2024 9:31 pm
BuildingandLegal
ankittanna
ankittanna
28 August

Driveway gradient

Driveway gradient
VIC

The problem with sunken garage is NCC. It mandates 1 accessible(without steps) entry. So I can only go 170mm down. Is there a way around this?

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ankittanna
Aug 28, 2024 9:29 pm
nickmaj
nickmaj
28 August

Recent McDonald Jones construction experiences.

Recent McDonald Jones construction experiences.

I feel this is where it changes based on location, and will be the same regardless of builder. Our experience has been near perfect. We have received calls every Friday…

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nickmaj
Aug 28, 2024 5:02 pm
nickmaj
nickmaj
28 August

McDonald Jones

McDonald Jones
NSW

Not sure how you went... But for anyone wanting some answers if they need them; 1. will approximately $7000 be enough for the electricals and…

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nickmaj
Aug 28, 2024 4:49 pm
nickmaj
nickmaj
28 August

McDonald Jones - Final price variance

McDonald Jones - Final price variance

Yeah, once the build starts, the price is final with upgrades already added in. If costs change, or increase, you should get variations via email to sign off on…

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nickmaj
Aug 28, 2024 11:16 am
nickmaj
nickmaj
28 August

McDonald Jones PCI

McDonald Jones PCI
NSW

I know im many years late to this thread, but we are close to our PCI we think. Our "quality inspection" stage commences end of this week / early next, so im guessing we…

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nickmaj
Aug 28, 2024 11:14 am

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