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Kylie T
Kylie T
20 May 2018

Anyone used asphalt shingles?

Anyone used asphalt shingles?

We are OB and are laying an asphalt shingled roof. Would love to hear from anyone else who has done it... there doesn't appear to be many installers and we have been…

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Kylie T
May 20, 2018 11:16 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
19 May 2018

First Home Owner

First Home Owner
WA

Roastedpeanut Start with the base prices on 3 designs from 3 different Builders Then work on inclusions, promotions, Site costs and…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 19, 2018 12:17 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
bestspecials
bestspecials
18 May 2018

Coral homes Monterey 18 build

Coral homes Monterey 18 build
NSW

A sliding door at the side of the main bedroom would be nice. However, it would limit where you could put a TV or desk. Could the front window be turned into a sliding…

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bestspecials
May 18, 2018 12:35 pm
bestspecials
Wilko91
Wilko91
17 May 2018

Fairmont Homes - Custom build

Fairmont Homes - Custom build
SA

Very cool guys! Good luck with the build!

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Wilko91
May 17, 2018 5:50 pm
Wilko91
Mum to 3Ms
Mum to 3Ms
17 May 2018

Anyone have any experiences with Bartlett Homes?

Anyone have any experiences with Bartlett Homes?
NSW

Just saw your post! We also wanted feedback about Bartlett Homes, but there was none. But we took the chance and am SO glad we did. We had been 23 weeks with another…

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Mum to 3Ms
May 17, 2018 1:01 pm

I do not. Our house is all white, with Antique White USA on the walls, Vivid White ceiling and trims and semi-gloss Parchment laminates. I think it looks great, but you…

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arcadelt
May 17, 2018 12:02 pm
coref1
coref1
17 May 2018

Building at Macarthur Heights

Building at Macarthur Heights
NSW

Thanks coref1. Hopefully Council will pull their finger out and get yours approved. Our assessor didn’t take that long. It was the 9 weeks it took for…

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coref1
May 17, 2018 11:35 am
IamSAM
IamSAM
17 May 2018

Do developers allow soil test before land is registered?

Do developers allow soil test before land is registered?

Land access is feasible only after settlement. Nothing wrong in asking their sales office...

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IamSAM
May 17, 2018 10:00 am
IamSAM
Mish018
Mish018
17 May 2018

Building at Macarthur Heights

Building at Macarthur Heights
NSW

Got a call from our builder last night who said she was sending us through a copy of our DA with a variation for all the additional requirements Campbelltown Council…

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Mish018
May 17, 2018 9:18 am
Jacks
Jacks
17 May 2018

Horizon Homes

Horizon Homes
NSW

We haven’t signed up with anyone yet but have since moved away from both Horizon and Roselea for various reasons. We’re now seriously considering Starr Constructions…

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Jacks
May 17, 2018 7:38 am
fifteen
fifteen
16 May 2018

Which Facade Colours you guys like?

Which Facade Colours you guys like?
VIC

I vote for Essence!

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fifteen
May 16, 2018 10:22 pm
Ryanjcallaghan
Ryanjcallaghan
16 May 2018

Footings on a split Seaford meadows

Footings on a split Seaford meadows
SA

thanks Mate for the ideas there is one split level house on the same street but I haven’t been game enough to knock on their door.

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Ryanjcallaghan
May 16, 2018 9:34 pm
kirashogun
kirashogun
16 May 2018

Custom Builders (Sydney - French /Hamptons) under 500k

Custom Builders (Sydney - French /Hamptons) under 500k
NSW

You get what you pay for in general. 500k is just not enough for a custom home. Even if it’s a project home, at 40sq you will be looking at basic-medium level of…

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kirashogun
May 16, 2018 5:34 pm
Sarah13
Sarah13
16 May 2018

Coral Homes: Brick issues

Coral Homes: Brick issues

So we are nearly at 8 months since atart of build, 10 days over contract and just had the state manager come down from QLD to look at our house after we discovered a…

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Sarah13
May 16, 2018 4:38 pm
Sarah13
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
16 May 2018

MY Homes WA

MY Homes WA
WA

Hi nomisnagol welcome to the forum You may get a better response if you write the clauses up...

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 16, 2018 12:29 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Cellaraso
Cellaraso
16 May 2018

Builder requesting stage payment with defects in the build

Builder requesting stage payment with defects in the build

Thanks for the replies. My site supervisor said the items will be rectified and they can be checked at the pre-plaster inspection. I just thought it was a bit rich that…

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Cellaraso
May 16, 2018 11:16 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
16 May 2018

Anyone Tried Termite Proof Paint to Untreated Timber Frame?

Anyone Tried Termite Proof Paint to Untreated Timber Frame?
QLD

larry1124 Your understanding is my understanding Your builder will need to provide you relevant Data, information and proofs ..always ask for a termite guarantee

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 16, 2018 8:28 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Tay
Tay
15 May 2018

Busby Homes

Busby Homes
VIC

Hi Ezza78, just wonder if you decided to build with Busby and if yes, do you recommend them?what is your experience with them

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Tay
May 16, 2018 12:40 am
Reeba
Reeba
15 May 2018

Metricon trades using electricity from our house

Metricon trades using electricity from our house

Thanks for the feedback and suggestion Aussietta, will look into doing that. Spoke to cops regarding the incident and they said that this practice is quite rife in these…

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Reeba
May 15, 2018 9:13 pm
Reeba
sweetswisssteel
sweetswisssteel
15 May 2018

Is the builder responsible for root barrier installation?

Is the builder responsible for root barrier installation?
QLD

Most builder's engineers will provide an info pack which will detail what the homeowners responsibilities are for slab maintenance etc. One thing it should say is for M…

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sweetswisssteel
May 15, 2018 9:10 pm
jamesn
jamesn
15 May 2018

Metricon Vantage 35

Metricon Vantage 35
QLD

Hi all, We decided to build Vantage 35 with some changes on lvl 1in Brisbane. Just want to run the idea to help us validate our idea. It will be our house for 10yrs with…

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jamesn
May 15, 2018 3:01 pm
Landscape Tanks
Landscape Tanks
15 May 2018

Stormwater and retaining - please help!

Stormwater and retaining - please help!
SA

Hi There, Our Landscape Tanks sound like they could be a perfect fit for your above mentioned project. Our Landscape Tank can address both your Retention/Detention…

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Landscape Tanks
May 15, 2018 11:41 am
Landscape Tanks
Landscape Tanks
Landscape Tanks
15 May 2018

Onsite detention pits

Onsite detention pits
NSW

Hello, Have you explored the potential use of our Landscape Tanks for your OSD Requirements. When our tanks are up against traditional under driveway options we save…

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Landscape Tanks
May 15, 2018 11:34 am
Landscape Tanks
Landscape Tanks
Landscape Tanks
15 May 2018

landscape tanks - a retaining wall and water tank

landscape tanks - a retaining wall and water tank
NSW

They have come down considerably in cost since then and offer multiple benefits. Out landscape Tanks also meet your Basix or OSD requirements and can save you a…

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Landscape Tanks
May 15, 2018 11:27 am
Landscape Tanks
mj-mac4
mj-mac4
14 May 2018

140mm post dynabolted into concrete slab

140mm post dynabolted into concrete slab
QLD

Thankyou for your advise arcadelt! Much appreciated 😁👍🏼

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mj-mac4
May 14, 2018 8:06 pm
mj-mac4
fademan
fademan
14 May 2018

Damaged window frames ....

Damaged window frames ....

It should be in as new condition so should be replaced.

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fademan
May 14, 2018 7:19 pm
kks
kks
14 May 2018

Wahlstedt Quality Homes - South Australia

Wahlstedt Quality Homes - South Australia
SA

Any reports on building a home with this South Australian company?

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kks
May 14, 2018 5:46 pm
kirashogun
kirashogun
14 May 2018

Building Delta 25S and advice for colour appointement

Building Delta 25S and advice for colour appointement
VIC

Networking: There won't be enough space in broom room i would have thought depending on what sort of equipment you want to put in. The laundry…

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kirashogun
May 14, 2018 5:14 pm
DreamHome2point0
DreamHome2point0
14 May 2018

Hunter Valley Build -Post Handover Journey Begins :)

Hunter Valley Build -Post Handover Journey Begins :)
NSW
1 ... 49, 50, 51

Thank you! The flooring is engineered oak in a natural finished. It's really lovely in person and has been great with our two dogs. I was so worried that it would scratch…

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DreamHome2point0
May 14, 2018 4:15 pm
DreamHome2point0
swervy69
swervy69
13 May 2018

Oracle Platinum

Oracle Platinum
NSW
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Hi, I am just about to look at going to tender with this company $5k for custom house. What was your experience with them? Would you build with them again? I am just…

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swervy69
May 13, 2018 9:38 pm
swervy69
swervy69
13 May 2018

Oracle Platinum or GJ Gardner Homes - Newcastle

Oracle Platinum or GJ Gardner Homes - Newcastle
NSW

Hi I have been reading a number of comments regarding this builder around their customer services in QLD. I would really like to hear from anyone…

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swervy69
May 13, 2018 9:11 pm
ohollie
ohollie
13 May 2018

Delux Tranquil retreat or dieskau internal walls

Delux Tranquil retreat or dieskau internal walls
VIC

I know this thread is 2 years old but I am as well trying to choose between Tranquil Retreat and Dieskau both in half strength and wondering if anyone had photos of their…

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ohollie
May 13, 2018 6:50 pm
casey18
casey18
13 May 2018

First Home Build- Merrifield Estate

First Home Build- Merrifield Estate

Hi all, So after a few months of negotiations on land and liaison with many builders it seems as though my husband and I might be nearing the start of our first home…

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casey18
May 13, 2018 6:05 pm
Ctec
Ctec
13 May 2018

Lesso Home

Lesso Home

Go to see Andrew Smith. He does lighting and he is a lighting expert. I am buying all my lighting from him

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Ctec
May 13, 2018 5:59 pm
larry1124
larry1124
13 May 2018

How to Deal with Builder's Breach of Contract?

How to Deal with Builder's Breach of Contract?
QLD

Thanks for your comments, iTool You remind me of another issue, that is if I have the rights to hold off the payment for frame stage given the frame work might be re-do…

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larry1124
May 13, 2018 5:48 pm
Matt1988
Matt1988
13 May 2018

Dennis family homes double story Boardwalk facade

Dennis family homes double story Boardwalk facade

I am wondering if anyone has built a double story with Dennis Family Homes and has chosen to go with the Boardwalk facade. If so, are you able to reply or message me with…

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Matt1988
May 13, 2018 4:53 pm
sxwallac
sxwallac
13 May 2018

Wine Cellar Flooding: advice please

Wine Cellar Flooding: advice please
VIC

Thanks mate. Yeah, our builder let us down here. We had no idea about this kind of thing (first house build), and trusted he knew what he was doing. Our mistake. So,…

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sxwallac
May 13, 2018 1:32 pm
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bestspecials
May 12, 2018 10:08 pm
bestspecials
staceyrussell
staceyrussell
12 May 2018

Augustine Heights - Valeco Build

Augustine Heights - Valeco Build
QLD

Any updates? :) Fingers crossed you have started!

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staceyrussell
May 12, 2018 1:33 pm
staceyrussell
shazaw
shazaw
11 May 2018

Doing it again

Doing it again
WA
1 ... 23, 24, 25

Thanks...Yes I'm loving big heart shaped leaves of cottonwood, very nice. :-D Build Thread : viewtopic.php?=31&t=81624

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shazaw
May 11, 2018 11:19 pm
Lee54
Lee54
11 May 2018

Decided on a granny flat instead...

Decided on a granny flat instead...
NSW

I'm sketching out a few rough plans before I go to an architect. I've seen some designs where people put the European-style cupboard laundries in the bathrooms. I'm okay…

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Lee54
May 11, 2018 6:04 pm
Teaswizzler
Teaswizzler
11 May 2018

New build with Redink Madora Bay

New build with Redink Madora Bay
WA
1 ... 10, 11, 12

thanks for your really useful thread. ( I’m just starting the process).I have a few questions if you don’t mind, do you remember how much extra it was to have stone…

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Teaswizzler
May 11, 2018 4:49 am
Teaswizzler
Charlz
Charlz
10 May 2018

Oracle Platinum Homes Advantage 196 Hunter Valley

Oracle Platinum Homes Advantage 196 Hunter Valley
NSW
1, 2

Dis you end up finishing your house? What was the outcome were you happy with the build?

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Charlz
May 10, 2018 6:58 pm
sweetswisssteel
sweetswisssteel
10 May 2018

Metricon stacker vs bifold doors

Metricon stacker vs bifold doors
QLD

Looks great, that'll do us. Budget so tight now

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sweetswisssteel
May 10, 2018 6:57 pm
Bronte19
Bronte19
10 May 2018

Anyone else building in Belmond on Clyde?

Anyone else building in Belmond on Clyde?
VIC

Hi all, We are building in Belmond estate stage 18. Anyone else in Stage 18?

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Bronte19
May 10, 2018 3:02 pm
Chantilly
Chantilly
10 May 2018

New to building

New to building
NSW

Has anyone used G J Gardner in Batemans Bay

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Chantilly
May 10, 2018 2:07 pm
KatDS
KatDS
10 May 2018

Builing with Wisdom Homes

Builing with Wisdom Homes
NSW

Hey, Anyone building with wisdom homes, columbus 22 nova terrace facade? Thanks!

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KatDS
May 10, 2018 12:05 pm
mpricecs
mpricecs
10 May 2018

Coral Homes Noosa 23

Coral Homes Noosa 23

All I can say is do not set your expectations too high. We are still in the admin process and just when we think we are close to coming out the other side, something else…

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mpricecs
May 10, 2018 11:37 am
arcadelt
arcadelt
10 May 2018

Smart lock with door handle for entry door

Smart lock with door handle for entry door
VIC
1, 2

Hi...not every smart lock are the equivalent. There are keyless alternatives, Bluetooth choices, bolts that utilization your unique finger impression, bolts that fit on…

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arcadelt
May 10, 2018 7:50 am

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