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B&V
Jan 13, 2011 12:48 pm
B&V
beck88
beck88
13 January 2011

P and J constructions?

P and J constructions?
VIC

In the process! But honestly do not have a bad word about them!!! Go to their cascade on Clyde rd display!!! Good…

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beck88
Jan 13, 2011 12:53 pm

We've had a few days off due to the floods in South East Queensland but South Side of Brisbane has been largely unaffected which has been fortunate for us. The weather has…

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kungfucamel
Jan 13, 2011 3:38 pm
springtime
springtime
13 January 2011

WE NEED ADVICE, PLEASE HELP!

WE NEED ADVICE, PLEASE HELP!
NSW

Hi Just Erin, The only thing they said was surface drainage, when I made further enquiries, I understood that's what they mean...the thing is anything extra they do there…

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springtime
Jan 13, 2011 3:39 pm
yarravillian
yarravillian
13 January 2011

Building a period home (Victorian) in Melbourne

Building a period home (Victorian) in Melbourne
VIC

I know this thread is years old, but if you are still registered, I'd love to hear how you went building your period home. I am currently thinking of doing the same in the…

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yarravillian
Jan 13, 2011 3:40 pm
BuildlingPerth
BuildlingPerth
13 January 2011

Which is better, Timber frame or Steel Frame ?

Which is better, Timber frame or Steel Frame ?
NSW

As an owner who's had both (timber and steel framed roof) I'd strongly recommend going the timber route. Why? (In my experience) - insulation and other things like roof…

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BuildlingPerth
Jan 13, 2011 6:40 pm
BuildlingPerth
Carmel
Carmel
13 January 2011

Our little corner of paradise: Keys Thursday, Moving Friday!

Our little corner of paradise: Keys Thursday, Moving Friday!
1, 2

Oh you are breaking my heart! Good luck with everything, and I hope it all turns out better than you could dream it. Carmel xo

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Carmel
Jan 13, 2011 7:51 pm
Carmel
selina2106
selina2106
13 January 2011

Building our Mirvac Granton in 2010

Building our Mirvac Granton in 2010
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Sorry Dannielle, I havn't been on here for a while... You're in, that's fantastic! Hope all is going well, would love to see some moved in pics :D Pregnancy is going well…

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selina2106
Jan 13, 2011 10:36 pm
Micklou
Micklou
14 January 2011

Micklou's build - take 2

Micklou's build - take 2
NSW

Little update for anyone who's following... this weekend we descend into the depths of horsehair hell again to complete the strip of the old house (except for existing…

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Micklou
Jan 14, 2011 8:03 am
the_milesy
the_milesy
14 January 2011

Looking for floorplans similar to this! Recommendations pls

Looking for floorplans similar to this! Recommendations pls
WA

Head to some display villages. I'm sure I saw plenty of places that would suit your needs. Most builders would be happy to make minor adjustments to the house anyway. …

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the_milesy
Jan 14, 2011 8:23 am
bec1981
bec1981
14 January 2011

Lock up to completion - Help please??

Lock up to completion - Help please??
WA

Hubby spoke with the building supervisor yesterday and he said approx 8 weeks after tiling ("but don't hold me to that") lol. He also said that there is a delay with the…

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bec1981
Jan 14, 2011 10:56 am
the_milesy
the_milesy
14 January 2011

Building Timeline

Building Timeline
NSW

If your builder uses the HIA standard contract its Schedule 1 section 1. The builder is allowed to apply for extensions to the contact time for weather etc. But you…

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the_milesy
Jan 14, 2011 12:50 pm
khjat
khjat
15 January 2011

IXL Tastics vs. Other brands

IXL Tastics vs. Other brands

Glad to hear wertmezer. If we didn't want silver ones, we would have gone with those too as that is what our friend recommended and he has them also.

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khjat
Jan 15, 2011 11:58 am
khjat
handmick
handmick
14 January 2011

The Warwick's Henley Lexington Q1 993

The Warwick's Henley Lexington Q1 993
VIC

Hi David, How's your build progressing? We are on holiday in S.A so not really sure what is happening internally on ours....brickies put off bricks over chrissy cos HH…

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handmick
Jan 14, 2011 3:08 pm
handmick
Rebecca1983
Rebecca1983
14 January 2011

Rebecca1983 - the end is in sight!

Rebecca1983 - the end is in sight!
1, 2

It is getting close now!!!!! Patio went up over the Christmas break, will be in our new house in 4-6 weeks. No set date yet, but this is where we are up to -Completely…

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Rebecca1983
Jan 14, 2011 3:11 pm
taki
taki
14 January 2011

Site costs-extra cost for fill

Site costs-extra cost for fill

Hi all, Thank for replies, still no answer from the builder. The block is sloping 1700mm fron to back, but a little bit on a diagonal so need to balance it as well. Not…

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taki
Jan 14, 2011 4:12 pm
prov1xno1
prov1xno1
26 January 2011

Driveway concretor reference.

Driveway concretor reference.

i had my driveway done in exposed. there are a few driveways done around my area and they all look crap compared to mine. i had mine done by a bloke from ballarat. you…

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prov1xno1
Jan 26, 2011 8:04 am
Miss
Miss
14 January 2011

We get our key's on Thursday 16th of December

We get our key's on Thursday 16th of December
WA
1, 2, 3

Just bumping this up.... How's the painting going?

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Miss
Jan 14, 2011 9:50 pm
westy
westy
15 January 2011

Kazzbah61 switch home

Kazzbah61 switch home
WA
1, 2, 3, 4

How's the house going kazzbah? Hopefully it's all going well - give us Sw1tchers some hope! ::lol::

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westy
Jan 15, 2011 12:46 am
westy
onc_artisan
onc_artisan
15 January 2011

Water in my garage.

Water in my garage.
VIC

KW - Why not use a penetrating sealer ( siloxane/silane) to provide a water repellants sealer. DO NOT USE an acrylic membrane.

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onc_artisan
Jan 15, 2011 10:08 am
onc_artisan
just Erin
just Erin
15 January 2011

Getting settled in! A few bad pics!

Getting settled in! A few bad pics!

House looks lovely :) LOVE the colour scheme so far. Is that really your 2 y.o.s room? :shock: wow!!

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just Erin
Jan 15, 2011 3:10 pm
just Erin
Dollar
Dollar
14 June 2011

Biff's Reno - Living/Dining (new) Revealed!

Biff's Reno - Living/Dining (new) Revealed!
1 ... 5, 6, 7

:: :: :: Biff Congratulations on what I call a beautifully constructed/renovated home. I love everything about it. Your home is now on top of my fave list on the forum. Well done!

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Dollar
Jun 14, 2011 8:55 pm
jessie87
jessie87
16 January 2011

The Majestic - Walk through 26-7-10

The Majestic - Walk through 26-7-10
SA
1 ... 15, 16, 17

Its great to hear from you :) Your little girl is absolutely gorgeous :)

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jessie87
Jan 16, 2011 11:53 am
sezza
sezza
16 January 2011

Building Franklin - With Rossdale

Building Franklin - With Rossdale
SA
1 ... 7, 8, 9

thanks saoye. We are building at the moment. and render colours are doing my head in. we first selected pewter... and we HATE it. so we are getting the painter to…

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sezza
Jan 16, 2011 3:07 pm
mecha-wombat
mecha-wombat
16 January 2011

Boral Fossil or PGH Loam

Boral Fossil or PGH Loam
NSW

miles we are still waiting on land rego we are getting ready early on as we want to get building ASAP

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mecha-wombat
Jan 16, 2011 4:31 pm
mecha-wombat
emi18
emi18
16 January 2011

Advice needed (legal & personal experiences) - builder

Advice needed (legal & personal experiences) - builder
NSW

Can you call the council and check with them directly? You can probably get to speak with the person who is going to make the recommendation (or the…

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emi18
Jan 16, 2011 4:56 pm
sheznay
sheznay
16 January 2011

Only just starting our journey, looking for advise

Only just starting our journey, looking for advise
WA

your plans so far sound great! I would say to pick your builder before you pick your design. Comparing the specs etc. Going around the homes and comparing the 'specs'list…

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sheznay
Jan 16, 2011 8:53 pm
sheznay
Sierra
Sierra
17 January 2011

Painting render after handover .. ??

Painting render after handover .. ??
VIC

Chances are the builder will use acrylic rather than cement render. We had our house rendered after handover, 2 base coats plus a final colour coat over the top. The…

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Sierra
Jan 17, 2011 1:08 am
Sierra
Bam
Bam
17 January 2011

Expansion joints - Sealed?

Expansion joints - Sealed?
QLD
1, 2

:shock: :shock: :lol: Only for you..... :wink:

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Bam
Jan 17, 2011 8:19 am
Bam
mimi23
mimi23
17 January 2011

Porter Davis Timber Frame

Porter Davis Timber Frame
VIC

Hi Kathy&Ben, We built our first home with PD and we've never had any issues regarding the frame or anything else for that matter! In fact we were so happy that we're…

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mimi23
Jan 17, 2011 8:43 am
mimi23
Rizzo
Rizzo
17 January 2011

Awning Windows versus Sliding Windows????

Awning Windows versus Sliding Windows????
1, 2

Another thing to think about, a few people I know have moved into new homes and have the awning windows - even when fully wound out they open…

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Rizzo
Jan 17, 2011 4:06 pm
Spa Matz
Spa Matz
17 January 2011

Our Castle- Metro 51 -Been in for 4 weeks - photo overload!

Our Castle- Metro 51 -Been in for 4 weeks - photo overload!
VIC
1 ... 7, 8, 9

You should be very proud of you home. :: Now for the upkeep. My 10 year maintenance is here awww.

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Spa Matz
Jan 17, 2011 11:14 am
themax
themax
17 January 2011

Our time to build

Our time to build
VIC

Welcome to H1 butterfly8. ::cheerleader:: ::cheerleader:: Hope to watch your new home come alive. Good luck with choosing a builder.

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themax
Jan 17, 2011 7:03 pm
themax
Felistopher
Felistopher
18 January 2011

HELP- Retaining Walls- Law vs Folklore

HELP- Retaining Walls- Law vs Folklore
VIC

Hi Genna :) I can sympathise with how frustrated you must be! I'm not sure I know the correct answer to your question, but have you read this thread aswell?…

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Felistopher
Jan 18, 2011 2:36 pm
Felistopher
writermonkey
writermonkey
18 January 2011

The Pavillion - Celebration Homes

The Pavillion - Celebration Homes
WA
1, 2, 3

Hi everyone, I know it's been a while since our last post but we just wanted to let everyone know that we're on our way to owning our first home! Please have a look at…

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writermonkey
Jan 18, 2011 2:37 pm
writermonkey
bashworth
bashworth
18 January 2011

PRACTICAL COMPLETION INSPECTION - THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR?

PRACTICAL COMPLETION INSPECTION - THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR?

Here is a link to a post on my blog about Practical Completion Inspections. http://www.anewhouse.com.au/?p=193 regards Brian

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bashworth
Jan 18, 2011 3:34 pm
bashworth
bashworth
bashworth
18 January 2011

Advice for seeking quote

Advice for seeking quote
VIC

One thing the show houses standard inclusions is power points. We pretty much have always doubled the number of points and specified doubles at every location.

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bashworth
Jan 18, 2011 3:44 pm
bashworth
butterfly8
butterfly8
18 January 2011

Advice for seeking quote

Advice for seeking quote
VIC

Hi inverell, thank you. I think your right, it must be the contract list I'm looking for. I have checked out the link you sent and these are the sort of things I'm…

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butterfly8
Jan 18, 2011 5:41 pm
Bundyrum
Bundyrum
18 January 2011

Approximate Costs to Build in Warringah Council

Approximate Costs to Build in Warringah Council
NSW

Yeh your beaches are great .... If the blue bottles don't get the sharks will ! Happy swimming !

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Bundyrum
Jan 18, 2011 9:35 pm
kitten
kitten
18 January 2011

Pet mesh by the meter?

Pet mesh by the meter?
VIC

emilygirl - please let me know how you go with the cat enclosure netting and if it's good :)

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kitten
Jan 18, 2011 9:53 pm
andystar70
andystar70
18 January 2011

Deposit paid for a Carlisle Home - what to expect?

Deposit paid for a Carlisle Home - what to expect?
VIC

Thanks mate - it's really helpful to have other people doing the same things to touch base with. Much appreciated!

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andystar70
Jan 18, 2011 10:55 pm
andystar70
theanonyuser
theanonyuser
19 January 2011

Facade design for a wide single storey house - Any examples?

Facade design for a wide single storey house - Any examples?
VIC

Are you looking for designs with a portico? wide or high windows? gables? additional features like planters or other building materials ( stone…

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theanonyuser
Jan 19, 2011 7:07 am
Ambassador@Doreen
Ambassador@Doreen
19 January 2011

Henley Price Cuts

Henley Price Cuts
VIC
1, 2

Yep - that is about right. We have the same sales guy for our Q1 Ambassador. Definitely slight of hand and for sure Henley would much rather people swap to the new offer -…

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Ambassador@Doreen
Jan 19, 2011 10:25 am
joles
joles
19 January 2011

Owner builder house and pool wall done as one.

Owner builder house and pool wall done as one.
WA

onc_artisan, a member here would be someone to contract. If he can't help you himself, I'm sure he could direct you to someone very reliable. Perhaps shoot him a PM. :)

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joles
Jan 19, 2011 2:36 pm
joles
kdgirl
kdgirl
19 January 2011

Colorbond roof in Paperbark???

Colorbond roof in Paperbark???
VIC

they have an example on the colorbond website. http://www.colorbondcolours.com/go/bsl-colour-centre-swatch/paperbark

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kdgirl
Jan 19, 2011 3:45 pm
amazing_venice
amazing_venice
19 January 2011

PD Forestdale 29 - Color selection dilemma !

PD Forestdale 29 - Color selection dilemma !
VIC

We had self destruct in our old house as feature walls in the bedrooms. It's a funny colour - changes so much dependent on light - in small rooms it looks really green!!!…

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amazing_venice
Jan 19, 2011 7:13 pm
amazing_venice
deehawk
deehawk
19 January 2011

Building in The Glades, Byford ...

Building in The Glades, Byford ...
WA

Thanks ruka2007. Good to know that the horror stories we've heard of things taking four and five months to go through aren't necessarily true. Good luck with getting…

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deehawk
Jan 19, 2011 9:59 pm
KnockItDown
KnockItDown
20 January 2011

Every day use areas

Every day use areas

In my house we turned the Formal Lounge into a kids play room and the Formal Dining into a Study. (I work from home quite a bit) Normal day to day we predominately live…

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KnockItDown
Jan 20, 2011 1:01 pm
KnockItDown
Phillshz
Phillshz
20 January 2011

Is your new house build behind schedule ? ** Poll **

Is your new house build behind schedule ? ** Poll **
VIC
1, 2

Frame is only starting now and by contract house needs to be finished by May I believe. Frame is cut on site so will take a bit longer than I…

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Phillshz
Jan 20, 2011 2:05 pm

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