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Our PD Illoura.
I'm going to close this thread off now. A big thanks to all those who followed our building journey and contributed to this thread.
All future updates will be in my blog  Hels replied 12 December 2009 ago Consumer Credit Contract & PDI don't remember having to produce that document. But we went through Choice which is PD's lending arm, so maybe it was all provided for us. Hels replied 11 December 2009 ago We're having dark splashback in a black-mirror finish. It is called "stopsol grey"
No pics of the kitchen as of yet - we don't even have a roof on our place yet  BUT… LordXDec 10, 2009 6:28 pm H Class Slab PiersThe depth of the pile is dependent on the load applied to it (in a domestic application single or double storey), and the ground conditions (if you have a lot of fill they… HelynDec 09, 2009 10:43 am Calling the Experts - FrameI have everything in writing from the builder, but I think it's a good idea to get another written assurance of the building structure for this area in question. Thanks Lex. 3win replied 8 December 2009 ago 3winDec 08, 2009 10:12 pm METER BOX QuestionYou can also have a remote meter. Meaning the meter is exposed, but the switch/breaker panel is elsehwere in the building. gpierce replied 8 December 2009 ago House Paint
Is the Solver a new thing? It definitely wasn't an option for us except for the staining for the wooden doors. We couldn't use them for any painted… wizard replied 7 December 2009 ago Final invoice before PCI???Hi, your SS should be there with Kevin to discuss things and he (your SS) should be taking notes as Kevin will. Hopefully they should agree and everything Kevin picks up… Getting Cert. of OccupanyHi there,
I would say being slack. It is the person who issued your building permit that gives this. We have ours at the Bank with our final inovice and are still… An odd fencing question?
Hi pinkfairymagic,
Yes you are probably right about the laws being different! Sorry about that...well that was my experience in WA with… WA people building Homebuyers CentreI am building (and recently finished!) with HBC.
My advice is to NOT SIGN the preliminary agreement until you have:
1. seen the floorplan, AND have made any changes you… kirsada replied 3 December 2009 ago Independent Inspector / SurveyorWe used Big Kev from New Home Inspections and he is fantastic and worth every cent for the peace of mind. We have opted to have 3 inspections. Frame, Pre-Plaster and… jolesDec 01, 2009 8:48 am DrivewayWe've been umming and aaaahing about driveways for a couple of months now and last weekend we paid a visit to Midway in Sunshine. It was fantastic...they have a big… Simonds homes building timeframeI am also building with S at Mill Park Lakes. My slab was down on 18 Nov 2009. I wonder if we both have the same SS by the initials of AN? I was told by SS that his guys… The role of a building surveyor.Oh, I just noticed this post!!
My understanding is that King Willy was talking about the PCAs, not building surveyors hired privately by the owner.
Anyway, I will say… Lex replied 28 November 2009 ago here is an updated pic that might help explain my problem...
you can see how far across we would need to move it to get it out of the road and that is why i am wondering… Questions re handovercrap! lol
Yeah, I get what you're saying. I have to make sure it's all correct. Have been staying on top of things from the start - found they did the BIR at 2200 high… kes1984 replied 26 November 2009 ago Slow build progressthere are times where not much happens. I am onto week 19 currently. Weeks 12-16 saw hardly any work done. Prior to that 4 week down time, everything was going nice and… kes1984 replied 26 November 2009 ago $300-$350k Budget, First Time Home Builder.
I remember looking at the PD "Inspiration" 34 home before I decided on building one myself. By the time I hade put in the base price, added the extras from PD I wanted,… jbdave replied 26 November 2009 ago PD Query - Should I pay??Thanks so much guys for responding!
I sent an email today saying we did not think we had to pay as it was clearly stated by us exactly what we asked for but we were open… under construction and stamp dutyQuick question, do I need to pay stamp duty on the property that is still under construction (not off plan)? The property is in Victoria and I… lisanne replied 25 November 2009 ago If only... I wish... If I knew then...I think I've seen at least two threads of this nature. Probably worth a search.
Big thing for me is I wish I'd known more about shower waterproofing.   It lasted about a… Macy replied 24 November 2009 ago Which builder?
Hi There Ring09,
I was quite surprised to recieve a notification from homeone, as I haven't been on this site for years now...not sure what happened, I think the person… Melbourne Custom BuildI am also looking for a custom builder in N balwyn, I like Comdain and Grollo, but may end up have plans and permits done by a design company then taking them to builders… simzy replied 22 November 2009 ago simzyNov 22, 2009 8:23 pm Thorney's GJ Lewis Home
Hi Thorney
Havnt heard from you in a while what you been up too??
Its pretty full on once you move in isnt it?
Its amazing as you build its great to come onto this web… Taffy replied 22 November 2009 ago TaffyNov 22, 2009 9:20 am Electrical Kill switchesWe got some minor electrical changes done post-contract. I also convinced the sparkie doing our fit-off to add an extra power point that we'd forgotten to include earlier,… kek replied 18 November 2009 ago
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Can't wait to see it all clean & shiny. Good luck with PCI.
... just a quick get together at the house with the SS to go through any…
Can you share what is happening with your build? solicitor???
