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Trushan
Trushan
23 October 2020

New Build in Rostrevor,SA

New Build in Rostrevor,SA

hi everyone, So we have been a silent follower for a while now and wanted to share our journey with you all. We on the final stretch, hopefully we will be official new…

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Trushan
Oct 23, 2020 9:09 pm
jamescr
jamescr
23 October 2020

Building in Crystal Waters, North Kellyville

Building in Crystal Waters, North Kellyville
NSW
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We came back as 29 to the front, and 40 to sides and rear. Cost was about $40k

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jamescr
Oct 23, 2020 7:53 pm
Thylacene
Thylacene
23 October 2020

Single Phase vs 3 Phase Electricity (New Build)

Single Phase vs 3 Phase Electricity (New Build)

Retrofit usually runs to 3k if it's simple, and you pay for breakers in the initial install that is money wasted. Can get very expensive if the fitted meter doesn't…

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Thylacene
Oct 23, 2020 7:46 pm
alexp79
alexp79
23 October 2020

Floor Plan Advise / Feedback

Floor Plan Advise / Feedback

You don't put towel rail on the door, but on the panel (you are still going to have it near WC). Yes, windows height to be aligned with doors and it makes sense to have…

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alexp79
Oct 23, 2020 2:12 pm
Teetee
Teetee
23 October 2020

Roseleigh Homes (Vic) - Recent Experiences?

Roseleigh Homes (Vic) - Recent Experiences?
VIC

Hi did you finally build with them? We are looking at them for a sloping block. Any comment will be appreciated. Thanks.

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Teetee
Oct 23, 2020 1:52 pm
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
23 October 2020

Quote for connecting our block to power

Quote for connecting our block to power
WA

Thats actually quiet cheap for Approx. 90 meters, I would suss out what size cable they are using, should probably be 35mm with a distance that long

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Doozer1905
Oct 23, 2020 8:19 am
Antiwarclan
Antiwarclan
23 October 2020

Building with Firstyle Homes

Building with Firstyle Homes

Dear All, We going to build our first home at Oran Park NSW, and have obtained a fixed price tender from Firstyle Homes. There are some variations that got left out in…

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Antiwarclan
Oct 23, 2020 5:56 am
ziri1002
ziri1002
22 October 2020

(WA) Flipping house - need advice!!!

(WA) Flipping house - need advice!!!
WA

Hi. Do you incur additional cost to flip the design you choose from the existing builder's design? Thanks

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ziri1002
Oct 22, 2020 10:33 am
Vivoz
Vivoz
21 October 2020

REVIEWS ON G DEVELOPMENTS BUILDER FOR SYDNEY NSW

REVIEWS ON G DEVELOPMENTS BUILDER FOR SYDNEY NSW

how did you go with you construction mate

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Vivoz
Oct 21, 2020 8:43 pm
alanonesydney
alanonesydney
21 October 2020

Interesting questions regarding cabana build

Interesting questions regarding cabana build

Hi, I planning to build a cabana by the pool. After doing some researches I understand that it is a class 10 structure and can be done under exempt developments in…

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alanonesydney
Oct 21, 2020 8:23 pm
itsGov
itsGov
21 October 2020

Building with Profine Constructions

Building with Profine Constructions
VIC

Hi All , Has anyone built with Profine Constructions . I have tried to find some recent reviews , however no luck . Please share any experiences or information I should…

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itsGov
Oct 21, 2020 8:19 pm

Hi, i have been dealing with metricon who are telling me i can only use a vertical chute, i am finding examples of builders doing upto 30 degree bend and want to know if…

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Bcr83
Oct 21, 2020 7:43 pm
Gill21
Gill21
21 October 2020

Metropolitan 32 by abc homes

Metropolitan 32 by abc homes
VIC

Thanks priti

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Gill21
Oct 21, 2020 3:06 pm
sunjagan
sunjagan
21 October 2020

Stylemaster Homes

Stylemaster Homes
QLD

Hi, How's your construction going with Stylemaster. Please share your experience. We also thinking of building our first home with Stylemaster, Claremont 24 design. Paid…

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sunjagan
Oct 21, 2020 9:20 am
Ozshaz
Ozshaz
21 October 2020

Door Suggestion

Door Suggestion
VIC

For the Multifold door I had a look into this option - https://www.humedoors.com.au/door-systems#23 However I am not sure how it would look like for a 3.6mts width. Also…

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Ozshaz
Oct 21, 2020 8:12 am
sneeloy
sneeloy
21 October 2020

Building 2 storey house with JG KING steel ATLAS 2

Building 2 storey house with JG KING steel ATLAS 2
VIC

Is it all about communication and delay? No issues with built quality?

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sneeloy
Oct 20, 2020 11:26 pm
Greenroom
Greenroom
20 October 2020

How over engineered are timber framed homes??

How over engineered are timber framed homes??

Thanks for the input Chris, I think drilling holes is a better idea than trying to dig out around it!

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Greenroom
Oct 20, 2020 5:30 pm
Bcr83
Bcr83
20 October 2020

Floorplan check - is my study too small?

Floorplan check - is my study too small?

Thanks so much for the reply I feel much better after reading your comment!! A 630 m2 house is massive, I agree I prefer to keep the rooms separate it's just if we…

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Bcr83
Oct 20, 2020 5:19 pm
Monty85
Monty85
20 October 2020

Ensuite vs WIR sizing

Ensuite vs WIR sizing
NSW

I've mocked up the size we would have for the WIR and it's fine, it's just whether or not its worth sacrificing some ensuite room for more WIR room. We do like the idea…

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Monty85
Oct 20, 2020 4:34 pm
chetansoni_3141
chetansoni_3141
20 October 2020

Hanover documents - from your Builder, Certifier & Council.

Hanover documents - from your Builder, Certifier & Council.

https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/1764217 keep asking questions to your builder until you get ur keys & before u pay final payment....and stay away from this kind…

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chetansoni_3141
Oct 20, 2020 4:23 pm
felipe1982
felipe1982
20 October 2020

Install extras with electrician on-site (Brighton Homes)

Install extras with electrician on-site (Brighton Homes)
QLD

We have chosen to build a 2-storey house in QLD with Brighton Homes. I am looking for feedback when making Electrical selections. Does the electrician usually ask the…

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felipe1982
Oct 20, 2020 3:56 pm
felipe1982
nyk156
nyk156
20 October 2020

House build Estimation

House build Estimation

Bacchus Marsh, Victoria

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nyk156
Oct 20, 2020 3:19 pm
spiffmiff
spiffmiff
20 October 2020

Floorplan Critique

Floorplan Critique
WA

Exciting! I can't tell from the plan, so maybe its already there, but if you're thinking you'll put a spa in next to the living room (currently shown as a garden bed),…

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spiffmiff
Oct 19, 2020 11:04 pm
spiffmiff

Hello Guys, We are in weird state here so hoping to get your comments as the projects builders have mixed feedback and not clear to info anywhere ( not even by council :(

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thehuntbegins
Oct 19, 2020 10:52 pm
ppetrovski
ppetrovski
19 October 2020

Fireplace and TV joinery in a family room with a void?

Fireplace and TV joinery in a family room with a void?
NSW

Maybe I'm overthinking it and the simple answer is as you described, just take it to the top floor. Thanks!

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ppetrovski
Oct 19, 2020 6:35 pm
Hussain sahara
Hussain sahara
19 October 2020

Barrington Homes

Barrington Homes

Its really surprising, as we are maintaining this our build thread from months now and can't put a single post in favour of builder. Despite of quality build and being…

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Hussain sahara
Oct 19, 2020 5:40 pm
Hussain sahara
SejaeD
SejaeD
19 October 2020

New house poor quality brickwork..

New house poor quality brickwork..

Apologies for saying this, but I have seen some poor brickwork in my time but nothing that comes close to this. I feel awful for you. Gogo65 is correct, you need an…

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SejaeD
Oct 19, 2020 3:04 pm
SejaeD
Fore20
Fore20
19 October 2020

Is the fence that has been recently put up correct?

Is the fence that has been recently put up correct?

looks right! When the they build a zero boundry lot there is always around 180mm or 200mm gap. The little post (Yellow Arrow) should come out this much as that is to the…

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Fore20
Oct 19, 2020 12:47 pm
Fore20
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
19 October 2020

Pre-purchase 'As-if completed' valuation

Pre-purchase 'As-if completed' valuation

hey shibaboy welcome to the forum The days of higher valuations than your total land and build costs are long gone as the economy is in decline. Anyway...You should be…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 19, 2020 8:11 am
StructuralBIMGuy
thehuntbegins
thehuntbegins
17 October 2020

Building a Clarendon Boston - Show us your mods!

Building a Clarendon Boston - Show us your mods!

Hi mate, how did you go with this? Which one did you choose finally, what upgrade and cost?

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thehuntbegins
Oct 17, 2020 10:19 pm

Hi everyone, I know these questions have been asked…

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EmBee
Oct 17, 2020 12:45 pm
AJ C
AJ C
17 October 2020

Building with Wisdom Homes

Building with Wisdom Homes
NSW

Hi, We are in tender process with Wisdom H, how was your experience with the builder? J

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AJ C
Oct 17, 2020 8:50 am
lmcavennie
lmcavennie
17 October 2020

Smart wiring

Smart wiring
WA

Yeah that's who I have got a quote off already. I was wanting a second one as I like to make sure that its a reasonable price.

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lmcavennie
Oct 17, 2020 6:52 am
jmlight
jmlight
16 October 2020

Rawson Balmoral 38 MK1 - Newcastle NSW

Rawson Balmoral 38 MK1 - Newcastle NSW
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Thanks for the response. Hopefully you get the issues sorted or at least Rawson helps you to rectify it.

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jmlight
Oct 16, 2020 8:29 pm
gogo65
gogo65
16 October 2020

Custom design expensive, so which project builder recommend

Custom design expensive, so which project builder recommend
NSW

I just replied to your similar post on Houzz...

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gogo65
Oct 16, 2020 8:15 pm
gogo65
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Housetohome
Oct 16, 2020 9:52 am
thangam
thangam
16 October 2020

Tiles

Tiles

I have selected tiles through builder selection. But when he giving me the key seems like all tiles are scratched here n there. we have asked him how can be like this. he…

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thangam
Oct 16, 2020 9:04 am
janmors
janmors
16 October 2020

URGENT HELP NEEDED BAL RATING

URGENT HELP NEEDED BAL RATING
VIC
1, 2

Thank you Doozer 1905 I contacted the energy rater and she was told we requested “double glazing” Wow.

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janmors
Oct 16, 2020 2:00 am
chippy
chippy
15 October 2020

Bricks Measurement,

Bricks Measurement,

In fact looking at the plan, the best option would be to remove the nib wall on the right side of the fridge. You will have to patch the ceiling and wall but you could…

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chippy
Oct 15, 2020 8:19 pm
chippy
Blacktea2sugars
Blacktea2sugars
15 October 2020

100% Pure New Zealand. A Kiwi build journey

100% Pure New Zealand. A Kiwi build journey
1, 2, 3, 4

Stunning Your outdoor lighting and deck is inspiring. Love the way the up/down beams over the bricks, just beautiful

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Blacktea2sugars
Oct 15, 2020 7:53 pm
Blacktea2sugars
sneeloy
sneeloy
15 October 2020

New house glenfern bricks

New house glenfern bricks
VIC

Hi Cheema, which colors you went for for upstairs and which bricks in ground floor?

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sneeloy
Oct 15, 2020 5:38 pm
Hussain sahara
Hussain sahara
15 October 2020

Carlisle Homes using Covid

Carlisle Homes using Covid

Agree with you till some extent, but in my case we have done virtual walk through and doesn't like. At some point we start feeling worthless. As we couldn't see things…

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Hussain sahara
Oct 15, 2020 11:59 am
Hussain sahara
rzkman
rzkman
15 October 2020

HELP - Looking for property to build new home one

HELP - Looking for property to build new home one

Dear All, Hope you are well. I am hoping to get some tips and advice from the brains trust here for my current situation. We are looking to build a custom home and…

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rzkman
Oct 15, 2020 9:27 am
Super Demolition
Super Demolition
14 October 2020

Super Demolition

Super Demolition

Call 0455 8888 19

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Super Demolition
Oct 14, 2020 6:35 pm
Super Demolition
alexp79
alexp79
14 October 2020

Double Garage VS Extra bedroom?

Double Garage VS Extra bedroom?

Thinking of the 5-10 year old future when car sharing/private car rentals become more affordable and accessible on one side and "on demand" autonomous cars on the other…

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alexp79
Oct 14, 2020 4:42 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
14 October 2020

Cost of excavation and removal of dirt in Sydney Boxhill

Cost of excavation and removal of dirt in Sydney Boxhill

Yes it's pretty steep which is why a lot of guys don't mind trucking it a fair distance to tip it. Considering we have about 400+ tonnes to excavate and remove, the…

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Stewie D
Oct 14, 2020 12:38 pm
MMJ
MMJ
14 October 2020

Drainage issue in bathroom

Drainage issue in bathroom

Thanks for the reply, I was thinking it may be a blockage as the house sat for a few months whilst the builder sorted his licence out. I spoke to the builder today and…

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MMJ
Oct 14, 2020 10:05 am
keshals
keshals
13 October 2020

Perth Steel Frame Build

Perth Steel Frame Build
WA

What do you see as the issue with Summit? Can msg me directly if you wish.

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keshals
Oct 13, 2020 3:09 pm
shibaboy
shibaboy
13 October 2020

Home Builder Grant - Sign contract by 31 Dec 20

Home Builder Grant - Sign contract by 31 Dec 20

Thanks all for the responses. Much appreciated. Hopefully the deadline could be extended, which makes whole lot more senses.

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shibaboy
Oct 13, 2020 2:16 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
13 October 2020

Custom Design. Project builder versus a Private builder

Custom Design. Project builder versus a Private builder

are you in Sydney? we have done quite a few here so I can give you more details if you like

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SejaeD
Oct 13, 2020 2:10 pm
SejaeD

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