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Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
23 May 2023

Demolition Questions

Demolition Questions

We had this happen to us last year and got charged a variation. Try and give away as much as you can that is usable to charity otherwise if you are in Sydney I have a…

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Ashington Homes
May 23, 2023 5:17 am
Ashington Homes
alexp79
alexp79
22 May 2023

Bedroom Windows questions

Bedroom Windows questions
NSW

Personally, considering your layout (study/work desks in bedrooms), I don't think you have any other option but to leave NW windows and make them as big as possible e.g.…

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alexp79
May 22, 2023 12:23 am
Jake00
Jake00
21 May 2023

Knock down semi, inner west Sydney

Knock down semi, inner west Sydney

Hi I live in a 100yr old semi and my neighbour added an additional floor last yr and our architect has advised that we can knock down our semi and build a free-standing…

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Jake00
May 21, 2023 4:45 pm
Lucatiel
Lucatiel
20 May 2023

Vineyard, NSW 2765

Vineyard, NSW 2765
NSW

Hi, we are just a contract signing away from getting a home with Rawson Communities in Vineyard. We would absolutely appreciate any stories, experiences or feedback…

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Lucatiel
May 20, 2023 9:34 pm
KnockItDown
KnockItDown
20 May 2023

Frame without roof for 2 months, mould and water pooling

Frame without roof for 2 months, mould and water pooling

This certainly doesn't look good. I would be engaging with an independent inspector to have a look at this. As for the unscheduled site visits, most builders are quite…

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KnockItDown
May 20, 2023 12:54 pm
KnockItDown
chippy
chippy
20 May 2023

Itemised Build Invoice

Itemised Build Invoice
VIC
1, 2

A house is a PRODUCT therefore your link and reference has zero relevance. You obviously don't understand what those links are referring to even though I have tried to…

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chippy
May 20, 2023 10:33 am
chippy
AlexAndRachel
AlexAndRachel
19 May 2023

Excessive piers for a house???

Excessive piers for a house???

How good is Simeon?! Always taking time to help others out! Wish we were building in NSW and could work together. Thanks for all that you do!

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AlexAndRachel
May 19, 2023 12:46 am
AseDE
AseDE
18 May 2023

"New Home Presentation" inspection - What to look for?

"New Home Presentation" inspection - What to look for?
VIC

Your PaPay goes to the US and not accepting a Mobile number.

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AseDE
May 18, 2023 9:41 am
Serog
Serog
17 May 2023

Recessed stacker doors

Recessed stacker doors

Hi Stuey, think you’ve got a couple of options here you’d just need to decide your preference/which options suits best. You could recess the windows (just keep in…

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Serog
May 17, 2023 10:23 pm
xguo22
xguo22
17 May 2023

Relocate Bus Stop

Relocate Bus Stop

Can I apply to relocate the bus stop permanently? Because the bus stop is just sitting in front of my property at the location that I am going to construct a driveway and…

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xguo22
May 17, 2023 2:35 am

Almost 7 months since my last update. We are well into the construction phase now. Since being sent to construction on 20 September 2022, we had the following timeline…

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vladmari
May 16, 2023 2:50 pm
vladmari
a_sleitini
a_sleitini
15 May 2023

Off Form Concrete

Off Form Concrete

I couldn't attached the photo for some reason. Here is the link to the photo https://pin.it/79jwdMp

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a_sleitini
May 15, 2023 5:50 pm
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ponzutwo
May 15, 2023 2:10 pm
qrius
qrius
11 May 2023

Building duplex at the hills council area

Building duplex at the hills council area

Even if it's not being sub-divided and you want to keep it as Torrens title, you will still need to talk to a town planner or Council themselves, to see if they will allow…

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qrius
May 11, 2023 3:58 pm
Iwantnewhouse
Iwantnewhouse
11 May 2023

Need some advice on the design

Need some advice on the design

Thank you so much for the effort. We will use it to talk with builder. We also had idea of building duplex instead and seeking suggest ions. viewtopic.php?f=31&t=106744

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Iwantnewhouse
May 11, 2023 1:14 pm
kvazer
kvazer
10 May 2023

Hebel PowerFence

Hebel PowerFence

I was looking at different options for a fence for my build and Hebel PowerFence seemed like a good option (one of the criteria was a solid wall look). However, I don't…

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kvazer
May 10, 2023 12:41 pm

So the block Demo started this week. Vinsan Salvage have been excellent and their communication has been awesome as well. #vinsansalvage Now the slow process of mortgages…

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r2d2wrx
May 09, 2023 2:28 pm
r2d2wrx
stefcep
stefcep
8 May 2023

Opinion on Ensuite layout

Opinion on Ensuite layout

Thanks for the suggestion. The space between shower and sinks was too tight. I agree about the toilet location. So I have tried two other options: The lower one is…

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stefcep
May 08, 2023 1:09 pm
balajmn
balajmn
7 May 2023

Facade column size (350 or 470mm) , Rendering or Stone or Ti

Facade column size (350 or 470mm) , Rendering or Stone or Ti
NSW

Dear Members I have to decide the Facade column size. My custom builder standard is 350mm with rendering, but i asked for 470mm plus stone or tiles and yet to get…

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balajmn
May 07, 2023 5:10 pm
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SaveH2O
May 07, 2023 8:02 am
SaveH2O

Builder not giving letter of commencement and practical comp

Builder not giving letter of commencement and practical comp

The HIA contract, in the term & conditions section states that "Commencment" is deemed when the drainage is started or the piers are dug or the slab is formed up (incase…

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BuildingandLegal
May 07, 2023 2:08 am
BuildingandLegal
Jacinta Rich
Jacinta Rich
6 May 2023

Decks and Firepits

Decks and Firepits

Hi there, We've just build a new hardwood (Greybox) deck and am wondering whether firepit protective mats/surfaces are sufficient? I'm not sure that they're heat…

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Jacinta Rich
May 06, 2023 7:54 pm
Savagepuppy
Savagepuppy
3 May 2023

A Hebel KDR project we finished this year

A Hebel KDR project we finished this year

Thanks for putting the effort and checking for me. Really appreciate it, and it’s very helpful, as I’m seriously considering using tranquil retreat. I have got a…

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Savagepuppy
May 03, 2023 4:11 pm
HSH8433
HSH8433
3 May 2023

Glenvill Homes experience (either Collection Range / Custom)

Glenvill Homes experience (either Collection Range / Custom)

Hi Firstyme, I just came back from my first meeting with Glenvill at their Waverley Rd display home. I was happy with how the meeting went and started doing more DD on…

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HSH8433
May 03, 2023 3:27 pm
Callifo
Callifo
2 May 2023

Control joint missing in concrete driveway

Control joint missing in concrete driveway

To my understanding early saw cuts are to control shrinkage cracks, so doing them now would be pointless. Control joints may reduce ugly cracking during periods of soil…

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Callifo
May 02, 2023 10:42 pm
KangarooBuilder
KangarooBuilder
2 May 2023

gas line re-purposed to water main?

gas line re-purposed to water main?

thanks Simeon appreciate your input.

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KangarooBuilder
May 02, 2023 3:44 pm
Geelong10
Geelong10
2 May 2023

Building Gen Fyansford - soil test issues

Building Gen Fyansford - soil test issues

Thanks for your reply. I will just wait and see I guess. Trying to get some more information from our builder.

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Geelong10
May 02, 2023 10:30 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
1 May 2023

preliminary agreement deposit limit in NSW

preliminary agreement deposit limit in NSW

In NSW the maximum deposit for building work is 5% until the builder provides HBCF insurance

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Ashington Homes
May 01, 2023 4:26 pm
Ashington Homes
AnnRic
AnnRic
1 May 2023

BAL 12.5

BAL 12.5

Thanks for the reply, yes done all that - all doors are taking water from every angle with a hose. It appears to be the seals. Doors are industrial grade aluminum, install…

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AnnRic
May 01, 2023 2:46 pm
AFALDT
AFALDT
30 April 2023

Gravel Driveway

Gravel Driveway
QLD

Thanks TamFed!

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AFALDT
Apr 30, 2023 4:24 pm
qrius
qrius
29 April 2023

Builder Variation of fixed contract what should I expect?

Builder Variation of fixed contract what should I expect?

Are you saying that these consultants are involved at key-points of the building, and perform site inspects at the stages, or only after building is completed to point…

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qrius
Apr 29, 2023 3:14 pm
Duckers481
Duckers481
29 April 2023

Home group wa Amelia

Home group wa Amelia

What did you decide? I am looking at this design now

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Duckers481
Apr 29, 2023 11:35 am
BuildingandLegal
BuildingandLegal
29 April 2023

Where to look for to find Covenants on the property.

Where to look for to find Covenants on the property.

The estate Covenants (design requirements) must be included in the land contract. If you purchased a resale block then the vender is required to provide/include a copy…

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BuildingandLegal
Apr 29, 2023 12:40 am
BuildingandLegal
tuanh8791
tuanh8791
28 April 2023

Perth - Class S Soil - 83K Site Costs???!

Perth - Class S Soil - 83K Site Costs???!

I am not sure whether Perth has its own way of doing things in regards to this. Most of Perth has class A (sandy soil), except for some areas near rivers or hills.

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tuanh8791
Apr 28, 2023 9:36 pm
BuildingandLegal
BuildingandLegal
28 April 2023

Wall wrap has gaps and no overlap

Wall wrap has gaps and no overlap

I would suggest get legal representation. Sorry but the fact is QBCC is not anyone's friend, other than their own! Further by lodging a complaint (subject to which…

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BuildingandLegal
Apr 28, 2023 12:43 pm
BuildingandLegal

Unless the room is for storage then it's non compliant BCA V2 2019 S3 P3.8 You have 2 options 1. The builder deconstructs the section and rebuilds as per plan /…

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BuildingandLegal
Apr 28, 2023 12:14 pm
BuildingandLegal
charliemak
charliemak
27 April 2023

James hardie linea direct fix vs cavity

James hardie linea direct fix vs cavity

Hey guys, what’s everyone opinion on James Hardie linea direct fix to frame? Would this be the most common method and anybody ever had any problems down the track?

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charliemak
Apr 27, 2023 9:49 pm
lmlbuild
lmlbuild
26 April 2023

Casaview homes

Casaview homes

Has anyone built custom with Casaview in Sydney? What was your experience and anything you wished you had done to your build in hindsight?

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lmlbuild
Apr 26, 2023 9:55 am
Vanessa7
Vanessa7
26 April 2023

Anyone installing Quantum Next gen range of Vinyl planks ?

Anyone installing Quantum Next gen range of Vinyl planks ?
1, 2

Hi there, I see how old this link is, but wondering if anyone could share photos of the Malmo colour installed or comment generally about their experience wiht the QLAY…

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Vanessa7
Apr 26, 2023 8:26 am
George O
George O
25 April 2023

Construction inspectors

Construction inspectors
NSW

We are about to commence a new build I and I’m reading about defects along the way. My question is should we employ a independent building inspector to come in and…

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George O
Apr 25, 2023 10:19 am
djfckfo
djfckfo
24 April 2023

Builder ignore after PCI, What to do

Builder ignore after PCI, What to do

Yes, I have. But, I haven't paid yet. They know they did not do proper jobs and I sent the email re: final payment, I cannot pay. They said, we will do 2nd PCI. Since…

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djfckfo
Apr 24, 2023 5:18 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
24 April 2023

Cost of windows vs brick + gyprock + batts etc

Cost of windows vs brick + gyprock + batts etc
NSW

The reason that double glazed windows perform so well as insulators is not in the glass, it is in the airgap. https://www.homeone.com.au/articles/doo ...…

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ECOECO
Apr 24, 2023 11:14 am
ECOECO
LHB
LHB
24 April 2023

Fully electric with solar

Fully electric with solar

Hi Josh & Eve, thanks for the info, we have decided to play it safe and have 3 phase installed if it is available, would rather be safe than sorry. cheers, Lynne

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LHB
Apr 24, 2023 10:26 am
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
22 April 2023

Change a builder before contract signing

Change a builder before contract signing
VIC

Been in a similar position and we decided to let the builder go. Some of the PSA money goes to engineering so we at least got those documents and they actually refunded us…

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stonesthrow
Apr 22, 2023 11:54 pm
Jacinta Rich
Jacinta Rich
22 April 2023

Brick Cleaning

Brick Cleaning

We have a new build and need to clean bricks around a newly constructed deck. Need advice about whether to clean bricks with acid prior to oiling the deck, or should we…

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Jacinta Rich
Apr 22, 2023 8:15 am
Lilac
Lilac
21 April 2023

GJ Gardner Port Macquarie Oatford 268

GJ Gardner Port Macquarie Oatford 268

Hi There, I am just curious who you chose and your experience. We have been trying to look at renovating the past 18 months, but now I think it's actually cheaper to build…

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Lilac
Apr 21, 2023 5:57 pm
Frank_20
Frank_20
21 April 2023

Independent stage building inspection recommendation

Independent stage building inspection recommendation

Much appreciated guys. These are all very useful :)

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Frank_20
Apr 21, 2023 3:49 pm
Lucky544
Lucky544
19 April 2023

Building with Charleston Homes/Construction By Design in Kur

Building with Charleston Homes/Construction By Design in Kur

Hi AK, Did you end up charleston homes? How's ur experience. Thanks Lucky

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Lucky544
Apr 19, 2023 10:34 pm

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