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Bebbsy
Bebbsy
14 February 2019

Sekisui | Burbank - Cedarwood1828

Sekisui | Burbank - Cedarwood1828
NSW
1 ... 41, 42, 43

What flooring did you install? Is it engineered wood?

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Bebbsy
Feb 14, 2019 11:32 am
Forg
Forg
14 February 2019

Warranty on units

Warranty on units

Something I read in relation to that Opal Tower fiasco is that unit blocks are by law covered under warranty for major (ie. structural) items for 6 years, and minor items…

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Forg
Feb 14, 2019 7:37 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
13 February 2019

Slab design not supplied.

Slab design not supplied.

Considering all the issues Battlers & Punters are having with Concrete, Structural Engineering, Fire Proof Cladding,etc,etc Owners need to be proactive. Contact your…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 13, 2019 7:21 am
StructuralBIMGuy
KingTaco
KingTaco
12 February 2019

Gold Coast - Building our dream house

Gold Coast - Building our dream house

Congratulations on signing and agreed, happy to see another Clarendon build! I'm doing the Madison 35, so will be very interested to see what modifications you've made to…

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KingTaco
Feb 12, 2019 8:32 pm
KingTaco
expressproperty
expressproperty
12 February 2019

North Kellyville The Promontory

North Kellyville The Promontory
NSW
1, 2

Hi All, We have stumbled across your queries here on the forum, as one of your local resdential realestate agencies we take pride in serving the local community by…

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expressproperty
Feb 12, 2019 4:17 pm
expressproperty
Bergman58
Bergman58
12 February 2019

Worst Case Scenario after initial deposit- FairHaven Homes

Worst Case Scenario after initial deposit- FairHaven Homes

For anyone looking at this for information these are the standard terms with any builder. I began the same process with another builder and left before tender and lost my…

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Bergman58
Feb 12, 2019 10:53 am
Bergman58
NewJourney
NewJourney
12 February 2019

Mapleton Grove 18 Barry Road NSW

Mapleton Grove 18 Barry Road NSW
NSW
1 ... 10, 11, 12

nope it doesn't cover Rock removal but luckily it wasnt tooooo bad

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NewJourney
Feb 12, 2019 8:41 am
WowBingo
WowBingo
12 February 2019

Lisbon 25 Coral Home’s Huntlee NSW

Lisbon 25 Coral Home’s Huntlee NSW
NSW

Cool, great house, here is the virtual tour for ur house, but in the size 31 https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=WA73UUgJfYq Helps inspire on how to design after the…

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WowBingo
Feb 12, 2019 6:50 am
rajah
rajah
12 February 2019

Vision One Homes or Home Group WA

Vision One Homes or Home Group WA
WA

Sorry to hear that, we have had a very smooth build so far and all the staff we have dealt with have been fantastic. What spec items are they refusing to provide? I hope…

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rajah
Feb 11, 2019 11:24 pm
alymei
alymei
11 February 2019

NSW Central Coast, Narara - Coral Homes Noosa 25

NSW Central Coast, Narara - Coral Homes Noosa 25
NSW
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Hey, just confirming you went blackbutt bricks with night sky? Are you able to post some pics of the bricks please? Is it a black?

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alymei
Feb 11, 2019 1:44 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
10 February 2019

Position of downpipes

Position of downpipes

I just came across this old 23 July 2018 post at the foot of another post that I just answered. It is unfortunate for the first time poster that it wasn't posted in the…

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SaveH2O
Feb 10, 2019 8:32 pm
SaveH2O
kikin
kikin
10 February 2019

Design requirements from Atherstone Estate

Design requirements from Atherstone Estate

It would be better if I copy the statement from the design guideline as below. "Homes which have a total wall coverage greater than 75% of any one material may be…

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kikin
Feb 10, 2019 1:37 pm
Doulton777
Doulton777
9 February 2019

Obscure windows

Obscure windows
VIC
1, 2, 3

They do it so it’s easier to pass council permit. Our council only requires 1700mm. As we went to see them before we had the dispute with Metricon. But they still…

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Doulton777
Feb 09, 2019 5:48 pm
Doulton777
Wrighto
Wrighto
9 February 2019

KDRB Dual Living in Perth with B1Homes

KDRB Dual Living in Perth with B1Homes
WA

Will post the official plan when I get it back next week :)

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Wrighto
Feb 09, 2019 9:46 am
Joker
Joker
8 February 2019

Which Slab is Better? Waffle Pod or Raft Concrete Slab???

Which Slab is Better? Waffle Pod or Raft Concrete Slab???
1, 2, 3, 4

Remember a new build in the late nineties that had mostly wooden pylons 7 _9, metres deep, then the back double storey had a raft slab which sat in 6_8 inches of water…

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Joker
Feb 08, 2019 1:12 pm
ZSasha
ZSasha
7 February 2019

First home

First home

Well, since you have signed the contract already (as it looks) - what the point in asking now? :)

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ZSasha
Feb 07, 2019 8:27 pm
Topherlang
Topherlang
7 February 2019

NSW Biodiversity map

NSW Biodiversity map

Hi all I've recently purchased a block of land near batemans bay in NSW covered by the biodiversity values map. Am hoping to build on the land (zoned R5), but currently…

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Topherlang
Feb 07, 2019 1:56 pm
IamSAM
IamSAM
7 February 2019

Living and dining room tiles

Living and dining room tiles

Is there a color scheme you want to achieve with the furniture in the rooms? Quite often light color floor and dark furniture is the preferred scheme. Dark floor shows…

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IamSAM
Feb 07, 2019 12:47 pm
IamSAM
Jodan
Jodan
6 February 2019

Barbie Dream House - First Build in Port Stephens

Barbie Dream House - First Build in Port Stephens
NSW
1 ... 9, 10, 11

Hi there, what stone did you use in your kitchen ? I have chosen a dark stone and ive been worried, but your photos have eased me.

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Jodan
Feb 06, 2019 11:37 am
Melbournevic
Melbournevic
6 February 2019

After Studio/Colour Selections - is it too late to back out

After Studio/Colour Selections - is it too late to back out

Ohh really. That is no good then for having this promotion which we will end up paying more. I'll probably do my research on the cost for different tile sizes so we…

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Melbournevic
Feb 06, 2019 11:34 am
Jodan
Jodan
6 February 2019

blackwood brick

blackwood brick
VIC

Does anyone have pictures of houses with blackwood brick and monument fascia, gutters, windows and garage? TIA

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Jodan
Feb 06, 2019 11:11 am
Wild
Wild
6 February 2019

Dennis Family Homes - Harvard 27

Dennis Family Homes - Harvard 27
VIC

Hi Guys, For the titled land, how long generally does it take from initial deposit to commence the construction with dfh ? Any input will be greatly appreciated.

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Wild
Feb 06, 2019 7:36 am
maggy
maggy
6 February 2019

Who is building with Allworth Homes

Who is building with Allworth Homes
NSW
1 ... 141, 142, 143

Hi, Have you already build with Allworth? we are planning to go with them, please share your views.

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maggy
Feb 06, 2019 7:01 am
chippy
chippy
5 February 2019

Building with Wisdom Homes

Building with Wisdom Homes
NSW

May need short extension cord for the dryer.

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chippy
Feb 05, 2019 10:10 pm
chippy
sweetswisssteel
sweetswisssteel
5 February 2019

Newbie: Cost to Build

Newbie: Cost to Build

Demolition and site costs could be close but you have seriously over estimated on the rest. Fencing should be approx 100 per lineal metre, the house about 1400 per square…

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sweetswisssteel
Feb 05, 2019 3:45 pm
rheyt
rheyt
4 February 2019

Bellriver Homes

Bellriver Homes
NSW

word of advice... steer clear..... WOST builder I have ever dealt with... house has the worst finishes..... just this week I need to take a whole week off to have 50…

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rheyt
Feb 04, 2019 4:05 pm
reps
reps
4 February 2019

Anyone building in Rivendell Heights Mernda?

Anyone building in Rivendell Heights Mernda?
VIC

Stage 1 is already titled it seems, just recently, so getting there... ours at stage 4 might be around june. What stage u at? Have u considered split level? If so try…

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reps
Feb 04, 2019 11:02 am
mitker
mitker
4 February 2019

New Home Build - Acreage Layout

New Home Build - Acreage Layout

ddarroch The front of the house faces north

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mitker
Feb 04, 2019 7:45 am
vlf1985
vlf1985
3 February 2019

Pre-Start Quieries/Advice

Pre-Start Quieries/Advice
WA

Thanks both for the response - its allowed me to focus on the conduit only so fingers crossed the builder sees sense! Thanks again

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vlf1985
Feb 03, 2019 10:36 pm
sweetswisssteel
sweetswisssteel
3 February 2019

Affordable but flexible volume builder

Affordable but flexible volume builder
VIC

Metricon are great. Some will disagree but we found them very good.

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sweetswisssteel
Feb 03, 2019 4:13 pm

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GillyH
Feb 03, 2019 12:42 pm
GillyH
Nublette
Nublette
2 February 2019

Redbank Plains Custom Build: Homes by CMA

Redbank Plains Custom Build: Homes by CMA
QLD

Hi Rob, sorry about the delay in replying I've had a helluva January haha. I haven't updated this one in a while but I've been slightly better with my instagram…

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Nublette
Feb 02, 2019 8:11 pm
Nublette
James Brown
James Brown
2 February 2019

What house did you build and how much did it cost ?

What house did you build and how much did it cost ?
VIC

You planned your house according to your family members and theirs requirements.

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James Brown
Feb 02, 2019 7:12 pm
James Brown
James Brown
2 February 2019

Wisdom Homes - Manhattan 39 Build Thread

Wisdom Homes - Manhattan 39 Build Thread
NSW
1, 2, 3, 4

Looking beautiful architecture of your home.

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James Brown
Feb 02, 2019 5:06 pm
gillybean
gillybean
2 February 2019

Building with Wisdom Homes

Building with Wisdom Homes
NSW

Lol. No

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gillybean
Feb 02, 2019 4:36 pm
gillybean
alymei
alymei
2 February 2019

Whitsunday Orpheus Bricks

Whitsunday Orpheus Bricks
NSW

Maybe check with Austral - we just did our selections and they are deleting some ranges etc.

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alymei
Feb 02, 2019 7:15 am
Kuma15
Kuma15
1 February 2019

Relaxation of boundary clearance QLD

Relaxation of boundary clearance QLD
QLD

HI Louise, Can you please elaborate a little bit more. I have to go through the same process in getting my front set back reduce from 6m to max I can, not sure if it is…

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Kuma15
Feb 01, 2019 6:49 am
Rileyhadfield
Rileyhadfield
31 January 2019

Who to build with in Hocking/Darch WA?

Who to build with in Hocking/Darch WA?

Hi Everyone. Just looking for a bit of advice for the best company to build a first home in Hocking or Darch Western Australia? Currently have my eye on Affordable…

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Rileyhadfield
Jan 30, 2019 11:21 pm
Susmit
Susmit
30 January 2019

Montpellier Grand - Carlisle Homes - Doors

Montpellier Grand - Carlisle Homes - Doors

Hi Ashleigh, We looked at the Dorchester 42 in a display village and instantly fell in love with it. As our block size is 14m wide we are considering building Dorchester…

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Susmit
Jan 30, 2019 10:44 pm
asahi_home
asahi_home
29 January 2019

Building with Metricon - Driveway for PCI

Building with Metricon - Driveway for PCI

I have scheduled a private inspection just before the walk through and I wanted most of the items to be completed so that I get the most of the private inspection. I…

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asahi_home
Jan 29, 2019 9:26 pm
Petal84
Petal84
29 January 2019

Modern / luxury home builder suggestions

Modern / luxury home builder suggestions
VIC

You can get in touch with team We Build Australia for any of your requirement regarding builder new home. Here is the link to contact them: . And also you can explore…

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Petal84
Jan 29, 2019 8:00 pm
Lisastokoe
Lisastokoe
29 January 2019

New Colorbond Colours

New Colorbond Colours
QLD
1, 2, 3

Hi there, I have the basalt on my garage and guttering but its looking almost a navy blue? Is that normal?? Thanks Lisa

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Lisastokoe
Jan 29, 2019 7:21 pm
DustyBlue
DustyBlue
29 January 2019

Anyone built the Stockton through hotondo?

Anyone built the Stockton through hotondo?
VIC

Pics encouraged

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DustyBlue
Jan 29, 2019 11:29 am
Judy29
Judy29
29 January 2019

Building Henley Yorke - Ashford Park Werribee

Building Henley Yorke - Ashford Park Werribee
VIC

Hi Reneeh, Are you still building the yorke with Henley? If so, could you share the pics plz?? Thanks, Judy

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Judy29
Jan 29, 2019 9:35 am
Zebinc
Zebinc
28 January 2019

New Build - Coral Milan 25

New Build - Coral Milan 25

After 6 months & 2 different house designs in 2 different estates, fail to meet valuation. :( We have decided to try again with a new builder, Coral homes. We have chosen…

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Zebinc
Jan 28, 2019 7:33 pm
Reakelly
Reakelly
28 January 2019

mulgoa rise

mulgoa rise
NSW
1, 2

Hi David, I’m loving it the area is awesome well I think so and most people are friendly...definitely great place to raise your children....it’s peaceful and added…

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Reakelly
Jan 28, 2019 8:50 am
mrcool4
mrcool4
28 January 2019

Height of the slab

Height of the slab

Thanks Mate

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mrcool4
Jan 28, 2019 6:58 am
amilelka
amilelka
27 January 2019

Architecturally Designed Home - Vic

Architecturally Designed Home - Vic
VIC
1, 2, 3, 4

You can look for low budget deck permit services. Please write and then we will talk about on details.

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amilelka
Jan 27, 2019 1:41 pm
iTool
iTool
27 January 2019

Cost to install water meter QUU

Cost to install water meter QUU
QLD

QUU's fees and charges are published here: https://www.urbanutilities.com.au/devel ... nd-charges They charged me ~$2,600 in Brisbane a couple of years ago. The existing…

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iTool
Jan 27, 2019 10:19 am

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