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murtaza.sh
murtaza.sh
30 December 2020

Concreter Suggestions needed (Building in Berwick, SE VIC)

Concreter Suggestions needed (Building in Berwick, SE VIC)
VIC

Please suggest some honest/reasonable concreter with good experience who do reliable work. We need to do exposed aggregate for driveway and porch, concrete pathways on…

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murtaza.sh
Dec 30, 2020 10:48 am
murtaza.sh
murtaza.sh
murtaza.sh
30 December 2020

Lighting Shop Suggestions Needed

Lighting Shop Suggestions Needed
VIC

Our first home is currently being built at the moment and we are looking to buy Pendant, Island & Chandlelier lighting to get installed by our builder's electrician. We…

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murtaza.sh
Dec 30, 2020 10:28 am
murtaza.sh
Ozshaz
Ozshaz
29 December 2020

Mounting height - TV Nogging & Power

Mounting height - TV Nogging & Power
VIC

Thank you !

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Ozshaz
Dec 29, 2020 2:26 pm
Ahlam01
Ahlam01
25 December 2020

anyone built with lucas morris or boutique homes?

anyone built with lucas morris or boutique homes?
VIC

MrT do you mind sharing pics of how your home sits on your land and what exactly the slab was referred to when they laid it? We are discussing with boutique homes a…

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Ahlam01
Dec 25, 2020 7:26 am
Rohit1
Rohit1
22 December 2020

Soil test report

Soil test report
VIC

Hi Mate I found similar kind of report from my builder. Did your builder find any rock?

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Rohit1
Dec 22, 2020 6:09 pm
Leeota
Leeota
18 December 2020

Budgeting for a pool

Budgeting for a pool
VIC
1, 2

I prefer pavers personally but have seen a few pools with a white agg that looked ok

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Leeota
Dec 18, 2020 9:03 pm
JoeyJoJo
JoeyJoJo
18 December 2020

Made by Block or Made by Story flooring

Made by Block or Made by Story flooring
VIC

Has anyone used Made by Block floorboards? Would love to hear your experience, thoughts, colour choice etc. They are apparently the lower cost brother to Made by Story floorboards.

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JoeyJoJo
Dec 18, 2020 2:17 pm
Lovely1983
Lovely1983
16 December 2020

Omaxe homes - Melbourne

Omaxe homes - Melbourne
VIC

Have you built with omaxe.I am thinking to build with them

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Lovely1983
Dec 16, 2020 7:37 am
Ardo
Ardo
14 December 2020

Power points in kitchen

Power points in kitchen
VIC

What lighting is above the island bench? Crazay idea... maybe you could put a power point in the overhead cupboards and use an extension cord and drape it over a light…

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Ardo
Dec 14, 2020 6:23 pm
bluesteel
bluesteel
12 December 2020

Building With Henley-Monaco 28 (Color Selection)

Building With Henley-Monaco 28 (Color Selection)
VIC

Whisper white is more neutral to cool or Natural white is also neutral - Antique USA can look very creamy yellow or even pinkish. You can look up the dulux atlas online…

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bluesteel
Dec 12, 2020 12:57 pm
bluesteel
mheloy2
mheloy2
10 December 2020

Repair a Hebel Render

Repair a Hebel Render
VIC

No... not really especially if I need to redo the whole wall. this is a rental property so looks ,,, it does not matter much. I just wanted it flushed... and close color…

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mheloy2
Dec 10, 2020 7:31 am
simonl
simonl
9 December 2020

New Build - Stomwater Discharge - Modification Pit - HELP!

New Build - Stomwater Discharge - Modification Pit - HELP!
VIC

Hi Homeone We are building a single storey with BH for a KDRB in inner North Melbourne. We have a very flat block, which slopes to the rear by 20cm over 40m. The…

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simonl
Dec 09, 2020 3:22 pm
Winghoe21
Winghoe21
8 December 2020

Abchomes Metropolitan 32

Abchomes Metropolitan 32
VIC

Are there images available for this build? Any one with feedback about the builder?

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Winghoe21
Dec 08, 2020 9:54 pm
nfaisal
nfaisal
8 December 2020

Structural problem or not

Structural problem or not
VIC

here is a picture of full wall

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nfaisal
Dec 08, 2020 6:20 pm
BanjoDan
BanjoDan
8 December 2020

Can split level potentially help lower site cost?

Can split level potentially help lower site cost?
VIC

Chat to your builder and see what they say. We have a 2m fall on our block and have gone split level - I believe it was mostly because Council wouldn’t sign off on the…

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BanjoDan
Dec 08, 2020 3:07 am
nfaisal
nfaisal
7 December 2020

Slab damage Picture

Slab damage Picture
VIC

Thnx Mate. Interesting enough that it wasn't there post Slab pour. Someone messed it up afterward while scrapping don the extra Mortar from the base joints. I have take…

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nfaisal
Dec 07, 2020 9:19 am
nfaisal
nfaisal
7 December 2020

Brick selection, PGH Platinum or Pewter?

Brick selection, PGH Platinum or Pewter?
VIC

Pewtr is a great choice. Congrats and good luck with the build mate! As for chipping, I suggest you write to them an email when the bricks are about to be laid. Also,…

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nfaisal
Dec 07, 2020 9:08 am
murtaza.sh
murtaza.sh
4 December 2020

Builder recommendation for 30sq single storey house ~330-340

Builder recommendation for 30sq single storey house ~330-340
VIC

We are about to start building with SJD and waiting for the SS to be assign. Will share the experience with SJD Homes

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murtaza.sh
Dec 03, 2020 11:56 pm
murtaza.sh
murtaza.sh
murtaza.sh
4 December 2020

SJD Homes. Who's built with them.

SJD Homes. Who's built with them.
VIC
1 ... 21, 22, 23

SJD Homes, we are about to get the building permit. Desperately waiting for the construction to start. We requested for any of the following S.S. 1. Anderew/Andy 2.…

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murtaza.sh
Dec 03, 2020 11:23 pm
murtaza.sh
aussieta
aussieta
3 December 2020

Input on our house plan - First draft received

Input on our house plan - First draft received
VIC

didnt notice the size of the shower we have 1800 x 900 in current house gets a bit cold in winter with all that extra space wouldnt go more than 1200 x 1200

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aussieta
Dec 03, 2020 2:27 pm
aussieta
EpicDNA
EpicDNA
30 November 2020

KDR - Power lines?

KDR - Power lines?
VIC

Thanks that makes a lot of sense and very helpful!

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EpicDNA
Nov 30, 2020 2:42 pm
EpicDNA
bellamy5
bellamy5
29 November 2020

Info regarding Henley Builders

Info regarding Henley Builders
VIC

Hi, We built with Henley 5 years ago and we are actually in the process of selling our henley home and expect to get about 1mil + for the 34sq Monterey. So not bad. Our…

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bellamy5
Nov 29, 2020 1:04 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
29 November 2020

Seabreeze-Mojo Homes

Seabreeze-Mojo Homes
VIC

Hey jas101183 Welcome to the forum The smart money is to get your own preliminary 3D Bim design and engineering Then ask 3 builders to quote. Otherwise you will need to…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 29, 2020 11:01 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Mushave
Mushave
23 November 2020

Aspire Designer Homes

Aspire Designer Homes
VIC
1, 2

Oh, that is very useful and interesting to read though!

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Mushave
Nov 23, 2020 4:21 pm
annelise
annelise
18 November 2020

Colour selection stuff up! What do we do?

Colour selection stuff up! What do we do?
VIC

Thank you, CA3105, I’m now struggling with the exact same issue as nightwing. We have a meeting with the builder tomorrow afternoon and I’m hoping for some kind of…

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annelise
Nov 18, 2020 4:54 am
Beazo300
Beazo300
12 November 2020

AHB Australia & My Complete Package

AHB Australia & My Complete Package
VIC

AHB have built thousands of homes. Like all builders most other their happy customers can not be bothered posting reviews. So as always you only get to hear what people…

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Beazo300
Nov 12, 2020 6:31 pm
Freak_Zombie
Freak_Zombie
12 November 2020

Metricon Sentosa 52 Modified

Metricon Sentosa 52 Modified
VIC
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287051
Freak_Zombie
Nov 12, 2020 7:59 am
Lot212
Lot212
10 November 2020

GJ Gardner Melb Inner East

GJ Gardner Melb Inner East
VIC

We're building with them. Complete and utter regret. Never again. The biggest issue - they could not do what was agreed in the contract. Blamed their own draftsman. We…

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Lot212
Nov 10, 2020 12:51 pm
Lucky88X
Lucky88X
8 November 2020

Carlisle Homes - Fixed Site Costs

Carlisle Homes - Fixed Site Costs
VIC

Hello Everyone, We're interested in building with Carlisle on our block in Olivine estate (Melbourne North). AFAIK this area is more or less filled with rocks. Any…

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Lucky88X
Nov 08, 2020 12:07 pm
Lucky88X
Lucky88X
8 November 2020

Carlisle Homes - TSeries (Crompton26) - Necessary Upgrades

Carlisle Homes - TSeries (Crompton26) - Necessary Upgrades
VIC

Hello Everyone, We plan on building the Crompton26 on a 400sqm block in Olivine estate. We are happy with the T Series inclusions, but just noticed that CH doesn't…

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Lucky88X
Nov 08, 2020 12:03 pm
bluesteel
bluesteel
7 November 2020

Steam Oven/Combi Oven

Steam Oven/Combi Oven
VIC

Agree - when we built last time had pyrolytic oven and straight steam oven - we used it once only in 4 years!! - bit of a fiddle to fill the water then obviously because…

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bluesteel
Nov 07, 2020 9:31 am
bluesteel
teav
teav
6 November 2020

Woodlea Stage 19 Henley site cost

Woodlea Stage 19 Henley site cost
VIC

Can anyone share their experience building with ridgewater homes in woodlea..we are still in the process of shortlisting the builders and want some guidance

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teav
Nov 06, 2020 1:40 pm
BuDWiZe
BuDWiZe
4 November 2020

Custom build in Griffin QLD

Custom build in Griffin QLD
VIC

sorry to hear about your experience. i have a friend who works at bradnams who has done a lot with alpha line and said 1 of the better builders he had worked with. He…

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BuDWiZe
Nov 04, 2020 7:21 am
Mel Ann P
Mel Ann P
29 October 2020

Adenbrook Homes

Adenbrook Homes
VIC

Am wondering if anyone is building with Adenbrook Homes in a Victoria? We are mid build and the whole process has been horrendous. They have chewed through staff, lack…

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Mel Ann P
Oct 29, 2020 6:33 am
Muhammad
Muhammad
28 October 2020

Henley - Sahara 40 Build - Fit out has begun!

Henley - Sahara 40 Build - Fit out has begun!
VIC
1 ... 35, 36, 37

Hey stayxtrue have you got any photos of your front yard and landscaping? We're also a building a Sahara in Brisbane and keen to see ideas.

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Muhammad
Oct 28, 2020 7:39 pm
Buddhi
Buddhi
26 October 2020

Minta Farm Berwick

Minta Farm Berwick
VIC
1 ... 15, 16, 17

Hi all, can any one please confirm me the developers guidelines for fence in this old section of minta farm? Do they allow us to have steel Squash top “ fence…

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Buddhi
Oct 25, 2020 11:18 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
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
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
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
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
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
build2020
build2020
9 October 2020

Super White Natural Stone

Super White Natural Stone
VIC

Will definitely have a look at the porcelain. Which one is it on the WK stone website?

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build2020
Oct 09, 2020 10:30 am
build2020
build2020
9 October 2020

Timber Batten Wall

Timber Batten Wall
VIC

Hi everyone Can anyone give me an indication of the cost of a timber batten wall similar to this would be in comparison to just a plastered wall? Thanks.

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build2020
Oct 09, 2020 10:27 am
bashworth
bashworth
9 October 2020

How to find missing pegs on the boundary?

How to find missing pegs on the boundary?
VIC

Here is a link to understanding title plans:

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bashworth
Oct 09, 2020 8:05 am
bashworth
MCHammer
MCHammer
3 October 2020

Building on Slope - Latitude 37/Englehart/Glenvill/Mazzei

Building on Slope - Latitude 37/Englehart/Glenvill/Mazzei
VIC

Suggest asking to speak to several previous customers of Lifespaces Group before taking the leap. The architectural elements of the homes are beautiful and well thought…

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MCHammer
Oct 03, 2020 7:38 pm
spankys13
spankys13
3 October 2020

Metricon LA PYRENEE - Any other similar styles

Metricon LA PYRENEE - Any other similar styles
VIC

Hi, Just wondering if any of the other builders have a similar styled house to this that we can compare? Love the style, rounded staircase, etc however the 1.6million…

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spankys13
Oct 03, 2020 6:35 pm
Kitto
Kitto
27 September 2020

Porter Davis Savoy 35

Porter Davis Savoy 35
VIC

me too. I am looking at the savoy 35. any one share more information?

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Kitto
Sep 27, 2020 1:29 am
nevertouchhallbury
nevertouchhallbury
23 September 2020

Hallbury Homes

Hallbury Homes
VIC

Yes please just trust me I would love to go in to detail but too much legal ramifications at the moment. I wouldn’t wish them on my worst enemy. They will sweet talk…

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nevertouchhallbury
Sep 23, 2020 9:28 pm

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