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SreeramA6000
SreeramA6000
22 December 2021

Part OC- Can we do Decking

Part OC- Can we do Decking

Hi Can we do decking if certifier issued only Part OC not Full OC. Or is there any approval needed to start decking in the backyard.

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SreeramA6000
Dec 22, 2021 4:46 pm
kennyc
kennyc
22 December 2021

calculate fall and rough site cost

calculate fall and rough site cost

Soil test wasn't done yet.

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kennyc
Dec 22, 2021 8:42 am
Kippers01
Kippers01
22 December 2021

Anyone built with Croft land homes?

Anyone built with Croft land homes?

Homebuilder94 Welcome to the forum! What's the specification of the better quality timber that Croftland has used for your frame? What is the specification of the inferior…

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Kippers01
Dec 22, 2021 8:10 am
aussieta
aussieta
21 December 2021

Markings on slab. What are they for?

Markings on slab. What are they for?

most likely height difference

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aussieta
Dec 21, 2021 7:42 pm
aussieta
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
21 December 2021

Overhanging frame bottom plate on slab

Overhanging frame bottom plate on slab
NSW

Doesn't a certified Performance Solution have to be issued?

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SaveH2O
Dec 21, 2021 12:16 pm
SaveH2O
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
21 December 2021

Ducted gas + aircon - flat roof

Ducted gas + aircon - flat roof

afpo23 I was talking about both. In my own home ( where I have a skillion roof with roughly 350mm of clearance) I have a combination of cassettes in the kids rooms…

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Ashington Homes
Dec 21, 2021 9:05 am
Ashington Homes
jas25t
jas25t
21 December 2021

Rear Master Sigle Storey House Plan

Rear Master Sigle Storey House Plan

Miami 16 or the executive might be worth a look

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jas25t
Dec 21, 2021 8:48 am
r_13
r_13
20 December 2021

Vehicle crossover form

Vehicle crossover form

When we did our crossover we asked for a heavy duty concrete, so that the trucks carrying, e.g., gyprock wouldn't crack the concrete. Maybe worth thinking about. From…

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r_13
Dec 20, 2021 7:21 pm
r_13
ga2021
ga2021
20 December 2021

Building Aegean 45 with Henley in Life Estate, Point Cook

Building Aegean 45 with Henley in Life Estate, Point Cook

A lot has changed since the last post as when the displays opened up, we went and saw the Aegean 46 and didn’t quite like the idea of having the dining and living on the…

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ga2021
Dec 20, 2021 12:34 pm
Sanjay1400
Sanjay1400
19 December 2021

Vehicle crossover advice

Vehicle crossover advice
NSW

Hi Pretzel, can you recommend the concreter you used to do this ? I have been asked to do the same by my builder in South west Sydney Thanks

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Sanjay1400
Dec 19, 2021 11:28 pm
Contaksujeet
Contaksujeet
19 December 2021

Overhanging frame bottom plate on slab

Overhanging frame bottom plate on slab
NSW

Overhanging frame bottom plate Seeking experts advice on this fix my builder has applied for the overhanging frame: Would this be sufficient structurally? Thanks in…

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Contaksujeet
Dec 19, 2021 6:14 pm
astack
astack
18 December 2021

Carlisle Homes Build Contract

Carlisle Homes Build Contract

Hey Aakit, Did you have any luck on this topic?

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astack
Dec 18, 2021 9:51 am
Pulse
Pulse
17 December 2021

Hot water system choice for new build

Hot water system choice for new build

LPG prices have risen a lot recently and as the economy is decarbonised I think electric is a better long term proposition. If you have town gas it will be cheaper but…

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Pulse
Dec 17, 2021 4:29 pm
Pulse
Pulse
17 December 2021

Can recycled timbers be defined as 'new materials' ?

Can recycled timbers be defined as 'new materials' ?

all looks new to me, footprints etc are common during loading or on site. I’d accept used at the moment anyway given timber shortage.

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Pulse
Dec 17, 2021 4:03 pm
Pulse
Pulse
17 December 2021

Window frame reveal cracked at prelining stage

Window frame reveal cracked at prelining stage

second everything that Simeon said, MDF reveals are a bad idea IMHO, I’m no expert but people put glasses of water down in humid weather on the window sill and…

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Pulse
Dec 17, 2021 2:45 pm
Contaksujeet
Contaksujeet
17 December 2021

Should I pay the builder invoice with outstanding issues??

Should I pay the builder invoice with outstanding issues??
NSW

Thanks, I dont see such clause in my contract.

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Contaksujeet
Dec 17, 2021 12:05 pm
poohbear614
poohbear614
16 December 2021

How to choose a home builder

How to choose a home builder
NSW

Hi, We’re at the stage of choosing the design and the home builder. We’ve been to different home world to look and have some ideas already. However, is there…

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poohbear614
Dec 16, 2021 7:27 pm
Roy Allantos
Roy Allantos
16 December 2021

Metricon Hampshire 54

Metricon Hampshire 54

ok. Saw both 45 and 54. And yes. 54 is noticeably bigger.

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Roy Allantos
Dec 16, 2021 4:50 pm
Roy Allantos
BrownHouse
BrownHouse
15 December 2021

$honky Builders WA

$honky Builders WA

I was in the group until a bit before the state election. I left when the admins started promoting the WA Party.

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BrownHouse
Dec 15, 2021 3:37 pm
Fredii
Fredii
15 December 2021

Alfresco and Final OC

Alfresco and Final OC

Thanks for the response :)

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Fredii
Dec 15, 2021 2:54 pm

my suggestions include some ideas for upstairs with a dressing area and changes to the biw and ensuite to make more useable space in the master and rearranging the kids'…

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oklouise
Dec 14, 2021 8:49 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
14 December 2021

What is a structural change

What is a structural change

Hey Agreen Welcome to the forum Builders are coming up with all sorts of excuses to prolong, vary builds and contract respectively (post contract variations)? Also, there…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Dec 14, 2021 8:22 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Crystal12
Crystal12
14 December 2021

Choosing home builders

Choosing home builders

You are right. Thanks.

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Crystal12
Dec 14, 2021 7:40 am
strannik
strannik
13 December 2021

Replacing individual block/brick on facade? Opinions please

Replacing individual block/brick on facade? Opinions please

I don't know a thing about replacing individual bricks, but it does stand out visibly, even when viewing the first photo on phone screen without zoom. The bricks in 1st…

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strannik
Dec 13, 2021 10:56 pm

depending how you want to use the courtyard the size is plenty big enough although you could move the garage forward to increase the width of the courtyard but that would…

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oklouise
Dec 12, 2021 9:43 pm
Allnamesrgone
Allnamesrgone
12 December 2021

NBN point in your new house.

NBN point in your new house.
1, 2

I would think so, but then I'm not an expert in this field and like you, we can see the tower on a nearby hill. Just checked google maps and it's 640.12m to the tower…

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Allnamesrgone
Dec 12, 2021 8:28 am
jasperdmx
jasperdmx
11 December 2021

AllCastle contract late completion penalty

AllCastle contract late completion penalty

Noted, I will check when sign the contract but geezzz, they allocate so much time, 48weeks, that more than enough :( Thanks

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jasperdmx
Dec 11, 2021 10:07 pm
Pulse
Pulse
11 December 2021

Retaining wall issue - Who's to blame here

Retaining wall issue - Who's to blame here

The person who cuts from natural level has to pay for it. I think that means you from your description. It sounds like they just changed their minds about wanting the cut.…

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Pulse
Dec 11, 2021 10:03 pm
TA_786
TA_786
10 December 2021

Eden Brae Marina 42 MK2

Eden Brae Marina 42 MK2

We have received the preliminary sales estimate from EB on the Marina 42 MK2. It is much higher than I expected, however having gone through it, it includes items that we…

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TA_786
Dec 10, 2021 9:19 pm
blockeddrainssydney
blockeddrainssydney
10 December 2021

Building inspection stages

Building inspection stages

I would like to mention another crucial area to cover during your plumbing inspection: the…

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blockeddrainssydney
Dec 10, 2021 9:10 pm
Noname
Noname
9 December 2021

Has anyone employed an Independent Inspector mid build?

Has anyone employed an Independent Inspector mid build?
NSW

sure, discuss, but only out of courtesy. They are obliged to allow you or an agent of yours on site with the appropriate notice.

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Noname
Dec 09, 2021 4:58 pm
tranlan257
tranlan257
9 December 2021

Prefab building manufacturers in Melbourne

Prefab building manufacturers in Melbourne

I find it difficult to quote timber materials for the frame stage. A few big manufacturers in my contact declined to quote for non-account holders, reasoning an issue with…

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tranlan257
Dec 09, 2021 12:58 am
Venkata
Venkata
8 December 2021

The Gables in Box Hill

The Gables in Box Hill
NSW
1 ... 19, 20, 21

Hi Thanks. I had already shortlisted an elevator and planning the same to be incorporated in the design now .Thx

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Venkata
Dec 08, 2021 8:32 pm
Echo2k3
Echo2k3
8 December 2021

Right time to lock builder when title is 8 months away.

Right time to lock builder when title is 8 months away.
VIC

I'd honestly leave it until later again. We signed start of June, our land titled mid September, we were still hit with a price increase with the builder. Maybe around…

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Echo2k3
Dec 08, 2021 5:11 pm

For the first time in Australia offering ZOOM with Building Expert one on one or three way conference. Regardless of your building problem or situation you can now ask…

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building-expert
Dec 08, 2021 3:03 pm
building-expert
uthoitho
uthoitho
8 December 2021

Velux skylights facing East

Velux skylights facing East

double glazed window won't do anything if sun is coming through it I think? it'd need to be low-E glass if there's sun coming through it. Double glazed will be good for…

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uthoitho
Dec 08, 2021 2:17 pm
Echo2k3
Echo2k3
7 December 2021

Currently building ??

Currently building ??
NSW

Unfortunately in WA that’s for most people, especially if your builder isn’t ahead of the game with scheduling and ordering :(

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Echo2k3
Dec 07, 2021 10:50 pm
Nosajk
Nosajk
7 December 2021

First time builders- pit falls.

First time builders- pit falls.

Cheers and I agree with a lot of what you say. My contract says 20% builders margin. Whilst high I am happy to pay this. I’m not happy at between 50% and 200% though.…

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Nosajk
Dec 07, 2021 6:05 pm
Ash19
Ash19
7 December 2021

Terminate Build Contract

Terminate Build Contract

Thanks John for the great advice!

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Ash19
Dec 07, 2021 11:17 am
idev
idev
7 December 2021

Builder recommendation

Builder recommendation

Hi all, looking for builder recommendation for two double story townhouse development in Melbourne eastern suburbs. I think I can't go to volume builder as we have custom…

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idev
Dec 07, 2021 12:05 am
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
6 December 2021

MoveHomes WA - Reviews?

MoveHomes WA - Reviews?
WA

Might want to look at a Facebook group called $honkybuilderswa (with an S not a $) I think there might be a few things there on them.

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Doozer1905
Dec 06, 2021 10:34 pm
NewGirl
NewGirl
6 December 2021

Fixed Price Contract

Fixed Price Contract

Sorry! We are QLD.

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NewGirl
Dec 06, 2021 10:32 pm
tranlan257
tranlan257
6 December 2021

Building house in stages?

Building house in stages?

Thanks for the response. You're exactly right. Not many builders wanted to give quotes on some selected stages by owners to build. So I went on with the owner-builder…

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tranlan257
Dec 06, 2021 1:45 pm
kennyc
kennyc
5 December 2021

Comment on Price Estimate

Comment on Price Estimate

I noticed the Baw Baw levy and the diagram of your house. I'm building in Baw Baw Shire as well. Any chance yours is in a new estate?

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kennyc
Dec 05, 2021 11:57 am
paul_di
paul_di
4 December 2021

Subject to finance approval clause in the building contract

Subject to finance approval clause in the building contract
NSW

paul_di Do If I understand correctly you are waiting for the land to be registered under your name, is that right? I hope it will happen soon and make your Christmas a…

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paul_di
Dec 04, 2021 11:48 am
Althom
Althom
4 December 2021

Stolen Water Meter

Stolen Water Meter
WA

Of zero use for water meters though

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Althom
Dec 04, 2021 10:27 am
Althom
RameshN
RameshN
3 December 2021

Building Doulton 50 with Metricon

Building Doulton 50 with Metricon
VIC
1, 2, 3

We went with their downlights, and got batten holders in the rooms we wish to add other pendants (or a…

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RameshN
Dec 03, 2021 8:24 pm
Echo2k3
Echo2k3
3 December 2021

7 Months, No Brickie!

7 Months, No Brickie!

It's all too common right now in WA, most especially if you're with a BGC company, soon enough they'll probably issue you a price increase as well if you're extra lucky!

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Echo2k3
Dec 03, 2021 8:16 pm
Tess11
Tess11
3 December 2021

Simonds Gallery prices

Simonds Gallery prices
QLD

Hey all! Hoping to start our home building journey soon! We have a bit of a tight budget and have found Simonds is fitting our budget and needs the most. I have factored…

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Tess11
Dec 03, 2021 6:10 pm

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