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strannik
strannik
22 August 2021

New 3-storey steel frame house insulation - advise needed

New 3-storey steel frame house insulation - advise needed
QLD

There's a difference between what you need to do to pass bare minimum requirements, and what you should do (if you have the budget) to live in the house comfortably. I…

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strannik
Aug 22, 2021 10:42 am
worldofmud
worldofmud
21 August 2021

Query around contract pricing

Query around contract pricing

The only way to control site costs is to do sufficient geotech. investigation to enable the most economical design up front. Where variations are claimed buy the builder…

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worldofmud
Aug 22, 2021 12:38 am
alexp79
alexp79
21 August 2021

Double Storey Too Hot Upstairs

Double Storey Too Hot Upstairs
VIC

Frankly speaking, in a typical house around 30-35% of the energy will be lost through walls and around 25-35% through the windows and doors (depending on glazing ratios).…

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alexp79
Aug 21, 2021 11:33 pm
last one ever
last one ever
20 August 2021

dennis family homes

dennis family homes
1, 2, 3, 4

We are building with Dennis family homes quality is good but the time taking to build is the worst we have ever had, this is the 6th house we have built over our time and…

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last one ever
Aug 20, 2021 8:37 pm
lilbza
lilbza
20 August 2021

Porter Davis Homes.

Porter Davis Homes.

Sorry to hear you had such a bad experience. I'm on to my third build, but our last home built by Porter Davis was the best experience thus far. We would have built with…

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lilbza
Aug 20, 2021 5:44 pm
lilbza
Savagepuppy
Savagepuppy
20 August 2021

Feedback on floor plans

Feedback on floor plans

Hi Jason, Thanks again for taking the time to help me with this plan, so kind of you. Sorry I didn't mention that I'm doing it under CDC, so the upstairs setback is 8m,…

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Savagepuppy
Aug 20, 2021 4:58 pm
strannik
strannik
19 August 2021

Build Experience

Build Experience

It depends on the builder. The fact that it's their responsibility to take care of all those things just means that you will be chasing one person instead of 10 different…

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strannik
Aug 20, 2021 12:00 am
AnjC
AnjC
19 August 2021

Brick & Mortar quality

Brick & Mortar quality

I'm not sure if this will help you much, but my bickie recently did me up this sample of three different mortar styles. If you look closely there are three courses each…

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AnjC
Aug 19, 2021 11:07 pm
JRG
JRG
19 August 2021

Got the keys today

Got the keys today
NSW
1, 2

Hey, We are partway through a build with Tullipan Homes in North West Sydney. Really happy with the whole process so far.

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JRG
Aug 19, 2021 10:22 pm
Contracts-Specialist
Contracts-Specialist
19 August 2021

Ceiling creaking loudly downstairs when walking upstairs

Ceiling creaking loudly downstairs when walking upstairs
VIC

Hi yesplease It is not clear whether the issue is a defect, breach of contract, or breach of some…

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Contracts-Specialist
Aug 19, 2021 5:54 pm
Contracts-Specialist
tcshum
tcshum
19 August 2021

Contract lawyer Perth

Contract lawyer Perth

Is this variation due to delay more than 45 days? My builder request a meet up to discuss on costing on the coming Monday. Don't know what to expect.

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tcshum
Aug 19, 2021 5:26 am
misseditbythatmuch
misseditbythatmuch
18 August 2021

Virtual Colour selections during lockdown - NSW

Virtual Colour selections during lockdown - NSW
NSW

Similar boat this time last year in Victoria, which was and is still in lockdown. We saw one display home before the serious lockdowns so had very limited exposure to…

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misseditbythatmuch
Aug 18, 2021 11:01 pm
misseditbythatmuch
building-expert
building-expert
18 August 2021

HIA Building contract - clause 19 delays COVID

HIA Building contract - clause 19 delays COVID

Regardless of what the contract says if the builder has delays because of events beyond builder's control it will be reasonable to allow extension of time, if not in…

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building-expert
Aug 18, 2021 8:58 pm
building-expert
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
18 August 2021

Unrealistic site costs

Unrealistic site costs
VIC

Here's the flip side of the coin when the site works is done without proper documentation, inspections and certification

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 18, 2021 2:10 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
18 August 2021

Slab Issues in Cobram Vic

Slab Issues in Cobram Vic

Hey KaterChap welcome to the forum What makes this a great forum is professional posts without fear or favour, while no ones trying to sell you 2 litres of paint based on…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 18, 2021 1:49 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Ranti13
Ranti13
18 August 2021

Bricks - Austral Bluegum

Bricks - Austral Bluegum
NSW

Everyone seems to have white garage door with Bluegum bricks. I'm building with Bluegum as well but not sure about the white garage door. I'm looking for something dark,…

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Ranti13
Aug 18, 2021 1:45 pm
Jason526
Jason526
18 August 2021

Extremely Shallow Block

Extremely Shallow Block

I don't think that there are many volume builders who would have an existing plans of theirs to suit your land. Even if anyone has, I don't imagine the plan would fully…

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Jason526
Aug 18, 2021 12:21 pm
mumstheword
mumstheword
18 August 2021

Indepandent Building inspection price?

Indepandent Building inspection price?
VIC

hi Sandra, just came across you post, am building in sydney, if you have a good private inspector to recommend would really appreciate it,cheers

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mumstheword
Aug 18, 2021 8:44 am
kennyc
kennyc
17 August 2021

Reasonable or Excessive Site costs?

Reasonable or Excessive Site costs?

Thanks for the reply, appreciate it.

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kennyc
Aug 17, 2021 11:28 pm

It's a relatively new brick, but has anyone used this brick for their build and has feedback and/or pictures on it? We received our brick today and it definitely doesn't…

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imoonyl
Aug 16, 2021 9:13 pm
Peter83
Peter83
16 August 2021

Builder recommendations North East Melbourne

Builder recommendations North East Melbourne
VIC

Hi Radiuz, Thanks for your reply, have you or do you know someone that has built with them before?

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Peter83
Aug 16, 2021 12:54 pm
Althom
Althom
16 August 2021

Neighbours erected a fence in a different colour

Neighbours erected a fence in a different colour

You're going to be paying for half of it so why wouldn't you be able to paint your side?

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Althom
Aug 16, 2021 10:43 am
Althom
Hkhanum
Hkhanum
16 August 2021

Urban edge Jumeirah6-49 - Anyone else considering this plan?

Urban edge Jumeirah6-49 - Anyone else considering this plan?
VIC

Hi all, I am embarking a new journey to build our second house. Its going to be a KDR project in mount Waverley. I have built previously with porter davis so this tie…

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Hkhanum
Aug 16, 2021 10:13 am
misseditbythatmuch
misseditbythatmuch
15 August 2021

Condition of land after settlement

Condition of land after settlement
VIC

Check with your builder, mine required a totally clear site (with photos from myself to prove and a site manager to inspect and confirm) before they would even put a temp…

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1961
misseditbythatmuch
Aug 16, 2021 12:44 am
misseditbythatmuch
BML
BML
15 August 2021

Building with Kaplan

Building with Kaplan

All good so far, but we were put on hold after pouring the slab last June due to timber shortage then this current lockdown.

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4329
BML
Aug 15, 2021 7:04 pm
Nevictim
Nevictim
15 August 2021

Termite protection - Pine treated sleepers

Termite protection - Pine treated sleepers
NSW

Hi, Pine-treated sleepers offer effective termite protection by impregnating the wood with chemicals that…

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Nevictim
Aug 15, 2021 12:42 pm
seanc88
seanc88
14 August 2021

Off-White Mortar That Looks Orange To Me!

Off-White Mortar That Looks Orange To Me!
VIC

Hi Chris, where did you end up with this? Same issue for me, but our brickwork is now finished and has just been cleaned. Post cleaning it looks orange.

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seanc88
Aug 14, 2021 9:27 pm
Mitch1103
Mitch1103
14 August 2021

Allworth Hampton

Allworth Hampton

Hi everyone, I am building the Hampton deluxe kitchen/activities floor plan, I was wondering if you have built the same & how its going? Thanks

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Mitch1103
Aug 14, 2021 6:59 pm
stephanievella21
stephanievella21
14 August 2021

I’m construction phase - extend floor plan by 400m

I’m construction phase - extend floor plan by 400m

Awww thank you for letting me know. A straight answer like that was exactly what I was looking for

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stephanievella21
Aug 14, 2021 5:52 pm
Mane
Mane
14 August 2021

FRAME INSPECTION

FRAME INSPECTION

I am sorry I may missed something. All the issues refer to what was on the plans not the contract, so I dont understand what is contractual???

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Mane
Aug 14, 2021 4:13 pm
DanC
DanC
13 August 2021

Bore Piers Costs - Melbourne

Bore Piers Costs - Melbourne

I had 74 screw piers 1.5m deep done in Brisbane, December last year cost $12500 +20% builders markup + GST. Here is a Bris/Syd calculator:

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DanC
Aug 13, 2021 9:06 pm
BML
BML
13 August 2021

Anyone Built with Kaplan homes?

Anyone Built with Kaplan homes?

A group created to connect with people who are building with Kaplan Homes. A place to discuss your plans, progress, journey and concerns.

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5733
BML
Aug 13, 2021 9:05 pm
BML
BML
13 August 2021

Kaplan Homes

Kaplan Homes
NSW

A group created to connect with people who are building with Kaplan Homes. A place to discuss your plans, progress, journey and concerns.

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BML
Aug 13, 2021 9:04 pm
BML
BML
13 August 2021

Experience of building with Kaplan Homes

Experience of building with Kaplan Homes
NSW

A group created to connect with people who are building with Kaplan Homes. A place to discuss your plans, progress, journey and concerns.

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BML
Aug 13, 2021 9:03 pm
BML
BML
13 August 2021

any one building with kaplan home in sydney?

any one building with kaplan home in sydney?
NSW

A group created to connect with people who are building with Kaplan Homes. A place to discuss your plans, progress, journey and concerns.

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BML
Aug 13, 2021 8:59 pm
BML
BML
13 August 2021

Experience building with Kaplan Homes

Experience building with Kaplan Homes

A group created to connect with people who are building with Kaplan Homes. A place to discuss your plans, progress, journey and concerns.

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BML
Aug 13, 2021 8:57 pm
GorLyman
GorLyman
13 August 2021

Move in new house before driveway construction

Move in new house before driveway construction

It shouldn't be a problem as long as your actions while moving in the new house don't interfere with the constructions workers.

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GorLyman
Aug 13, 2021 7:57 pm
GorLyman
oklouise
oklouise
13 August 2021

Garage in corner lot

Garage in corner lot

do you have the plans showing the front garage on this block of land and showing the distance from the house to the rear fence, length and width of the block, upstairs…

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oklouise
Aug 13, 2021 7:24 pm
MegKo
MegKo
13 August 2021

Rear Garage

Rear Garage

Thanks for replying - here's the link of my detailed post - viewtopic.php?f=31&t=103122&p=1895206#p1895206

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MegKo
Aug 13, 2021 6:29 pm
Jason526
Jason526
13 August 2021

Is it an ok time to start the building process in WA

Is it an ok time to start the building process in WA
WA

It's a difficult question to answer, and there might not be an answer to it. It's the same as asking if it's a good time to buy a property. Looking back 5 years, would it…

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2018
Jason526
Aug 13, 2021 5:00 pm
BML
BML
13 August 2021

Kaplan homes

Kaplan homes
NSW

I cannot comment about the quality of the finished home yet as we are only on the slab stage. I believe the Kaplan admin process is a bit quicker. We easily get a reply…

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8371
BML
Aug 13, 2021 12:35 pm
deemikel79
deemikel79
12 August 2021

Porter Davis Liverpool25

Porter Davis Liverpool25

Hi Ramya, How is the process going? Have you started to build? We are also planning to build the Liverpool 25. We painstakingly compared the Lifestyle Select and…

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deemikel79
Aug 12, 2021 11:41 pm
Bdizzle
Bdizzle
12 August 2021

Townsville Home Builder

Townsville Home Builder

My partner and I are looking to build our first home in Townsville. We are looking at Tropical Homes, Kier Constructions and GJ Gardner. I would love to hear from anyone…

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Bdizzle
Aug 12, 2021 10:29 pm
boris594
boris594
12 August 2021

Building design contracts

Building design contracts

Personally I wouldn't accept that. I would require that the digital files be shared and wholly owned by me at all times. But then, I'm not a fan of architects nor would I…

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boris594
Aug 12, 2021 7:38 pm
oklouise
oklouise
12 August 2021

KDRB - custom build - Floor plan

KDRB - custom build - Floor plan
NSW

the kids' activity room is a different shape not much smaller and i've left out the kids hallway that doesn't improve the space and upstairs is based on a similar space…

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oklouise
Aug 12, 2021 12:15 pm
Bowengirl
Bowengirl
12 August 2021

solution for macleay island?

solution for macleay island?
QLD

Hi Serapis This is years later since you wrote your post. I'm wondering how you fared with moving to Macleay and building. My budget same compared to a decade up the…

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Bowengirl
Aug 12, 2021 10:37 am
Bowengirl
oklouise
oklouise
11 August 2021

Floorplan Suggestions

Floorplan Suggestions
VIC

any plans is always a compromise but i prefer the extra kitchen space to the slightly bigger bedrooms (that are big enough for queens sized beds plus the biw and study…

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oklouise
Aug 11, 2021 8:38 pm
Kate3079
Kate3079
11 August 2021

Building With Metricon

Building With Metricon

Yeah we feel the same. We moved into our home in Dec 2019 and have ongoing issues and leaks. They wouldn’t help us with the council when the build was non compliant with…

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Kate3079
Aug 11, 2021 5:55 pm
Venkata
Venkata
11 August 2021

Why GJ Gardener is pricey?

Why GJ Gardener is pricey?

Hi SRP, Am in Step 1 as explained above. Architect had given first sketch and suggested some changes and I hope by the end of this month I should be getting the second…

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Venkata
Aug 11, 2021 5:12 pm
Ozshaz
Ozshaz
11 August 2021

New build - downlights in the eaves

New build - downlights in the eaves

Not a news you wanted but glad to see that you were not in for a surprise later on ! Happy to help !

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6254
Ozshaz
Aug 11, 2021 4:52 pm

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