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luxbuild
luxbuild
20 August 2018

Need to know law

Need to know law
WA

Yes that's correct my garage is plastered and my brickwork is on the outside most bricks dont have the pigment on both sides that's why it looks like that

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luxbuild
Aug 20, 2018 9:51 pm

Hi All, Quick update, did sign with Platinum but only lost about $15,000 worth of deposit and pre-planning expenses. We ended up getting the home built with a smaller WA…

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207 de
Aug 15, 2018 7:16 pm
J278
J278
13 August 2018

NEW BUILD - HGWA SOUTHPORT

NEW BUILD - HGWA SOUTHPORT
WA
1 ... 4, 5, 6

And we are IN!!! loving our new home still alot to do!

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J278
Aug 13, 2018 8:11 pm
J278
Aveley22
Aveley22
31 July 2018

Express Two Storey

Express Two Storey
WA

Express isn't ventura

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Aveley22
Jul 31, 2018 9:36 pm
Aveley22
jpmontoya
jpmontoya
31 July 2018

Domain by Plunkett

Domain by Plunkett
WA

Ummm i don't agree with that, he is someone that I would stay miles away from Plunkett is so last century.

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jpmontoya
Jul 31, 2018 9:10 pm
jpmontoya
blackcat20
blackcat20
26 July 2018

Exterior colours. Grey is the most confusing colour

Exterior colours. Grey is the most confusing colour
WA

We're using timeless grey for our portico to make it stand out from the rest of the house.

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blackcat20
Jul 26, 2018 10:13 am
blackcat20
jpmontoya
jpmontoya
24 July 2018

Has anyone done brickwork change during building ?

Has anyone done brickwork change during building ?
WA

speak to ur SS first maybe he can help Who is the builder that you are using?

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jpmontoya
Jul 24, 2018 10:26 pm
jpmontoya
kereninotech
kereninotech
23 July 2018

Walls - Cavity Brickwork head Flashings Not installed

Walls - Cavity Brickwork head Flashings Not installed
WA

Hi Thanks heaps for your response. We completed building inspection report during construction (during the first height). Unfortunately the inspectors did not pickup…

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kereninotech
Jul 23, 2018 1:28 pm
stayxtrue
stayxtrue
17 July 2018

1st Build - New Choice Homes

1st Build - New Choice Homes
WA
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Hey! Question, how big is your garden shed? And how does it sit in comparison to the rest of the back yard?

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stayxtrue
Jul 17, 2018 11:03 am
stayxtrue
matt1927
matt1927
11 July 2018

PVC/Vinyl Fencing

PVC/Vinyl Fencing
WA

We are looking at our fencing options for our new build in Perth. We have a corner block so we need roughly a 25m stretch of privacy fencing along the road facing side of…

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matt1927
Jul 11, 2018 10:49 am
Pond
Pond
6 July 2018

new home with New Gen (summit) Piara Waters WA

new home with New Gen (summit) Piara Waters WA
WA

Good Choice. Piara Waters and Harrisdale are Perths most wanted suburb. Please read my post that talks about Tile selection viewtopic.php?f=31&t=92686 Good luck…

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Pond
Jul 06, 2018 11:46 am
Limit_Point
Limit_Point
18 June 2018

First Build with Easystart Homes - Perth

First Build with Easystart Homes - Perth
WA

Paving is now done and A/C installed. PCI booked for 9th July!

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Limit_Point
Jun 18, 2018 12:50 pm
dan2090
dan2090
30 May 2018

Jessies Build - Baldivis - New Generation - KEYS

Jessies Build - Baldivis - New Generation - KEYS
WA
1 ... 33, 34, 35

A few years down the track and looks this app does a bunch of Lifesize walkthrough stuff. Seems a bitt too good to be true, but its a free app and worth a play :)

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dan2090
May 30, 2018 2:08 pm
Summitlovin
Summitlovin
28 May 2018

Please give some advice between these builders :)

Please give some advice between these builders :)
WA

I'm building with Summit. Admin process seemed lengthy but i think that is the same with most builders. It has been a pretty smooth build with anything picked up during…

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Summitlovin
May 28, 2018 7:50 pm
Summitlovin
Summitlovin
26 May 2018

Building with MOMU at Brightwood (Baldivis)

Building with MOMU at Brightwood (Baldivis)
WA
1, 2, 3, 4

how's your build coming along guys?

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Summitlovin
May 26, 2018 10:49 pm
matt1927
matt1927
26 May 2018

Pergolas

Pergolas
WA

Thanks for the reply. North is on the left of the drawing so sun will arrive on to the building for most of the day. We were thinking of an uncovered one. No solid…

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matt1927
May 26, 2018 9:19 am
fivespice
fivespice
23 May 2018

First Build in Perth - Choosing a Builder

First Build in Perth - Choosing a Builder
WA
1, 2, 3

Hi all, just an update if anyone cares. I am in lock up stage and everything is progressing well, currently waiting for flooring which hopefully won't take much longer.…

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fivespice
May 23, 2018 1:20 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 11:17 am
StructuralBIMGuy
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 11:29 am
StructuralBIMGuy
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 10:19 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 3:49 am
Teaswizzler
steel
steel
4 May 2018

Building 2 storey with APG Homes in WA – Our build thread

Building 2 storey with APG Homes in WA – Our build thread
WA
1, 2, 3, 4

How much did your builder charge you to break into your bathroom glass with the wall?

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steel
May 04, 2018 9:20 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
30 April 2018

Ross North, Dale Alcock and Atrium Homes - experiences on ea

Ross North, Dale Alcock and Atrium Homes - experiences on ea
WA

Shieldsy Couldn't agree more with communications and on site checking. Unfortunately Sales & Prestart Employees don't build homes that is left to Low cost/ rate…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Apr 30, 2018 8:37 am
StructuralBIMGuy
sparky_JsP
sparky_JsP
29 April 2018

Portifino HGWA - Homegroup Karnup WA

Portifino HGWA - Homegroup Karnup WA
WA
1, 2

Hi JaNelly, Following along, nice spot Karnup! Pitty about the water tank location, but yes higher ceilings is a win!

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sparky_JsP
Apr 29, 2018 7:35 am
sparky_JsP
mrsdoe
mrsdoe
22 April 2018

My first build - Celebration Homes - Brightwood Baldivis WA

My first build - Celebration Homes - Brightwood Baldivis WA
WA
1 ... 6, 7, 8

Look how productive you’ve been Dave, the gardens both front and back are looking great. We’ve done part of our front landscaping (limestone retaining, garden edging,…

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mrsdoe
Apr 22, 2018 1:54 am
mrsdoe
ddarroch
ddarroch
20 April 2018

House Plan Design -

House Plan Design -
WA

Cool. If the builder gets it right I'm sure you'll have a house which is much more comfortable, light & bright! Plus you'll have reduced bills for heating/cooling :)

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ddarroch
Apr 20, 2018 2:34 pm
ct-101
ct-101
18 April 2018

101 residential building feedback

101 residential building feedback
WA

I honestly understand your thinking, I'd say the same thing if I didn't have the personal experience with this case. I feel like we're taking this thread away from…

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ct-101
Apr 18, 2018 7:14 pm
jpmontoya
jpmontoya
17 April 2018

WA Builders - trying to decide between several

WA Builders - trying to decide between several
WA

Make sure you don't use Domination Homes......had a terrible experience with them. Happy to provide more detailed information off line. Firstly I'd suggest buying an…

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jpmontoya
Apr 17, 2018 8:34 pm
jpmontoya
just_a_draftee
just_a_draftee
16 April 2018

First Timer (Built By Momu @ Calleya)

First Timer (Built By Momu @ Calleya)
WA
1 ... 15, 16, 17

We ordered it from Brosa. They're a furniture store in Melbourne, however they were offering free shipping over the boxing day sales so we jumped on it :)

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just_a_draftee
Apr 16, 2018 10:13 am
just_a_draftee
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
11 April 2018

Power run in - Vs Trenching - Builder ambiguity

Power run in - Vs Trenching - Builder ambiguity
WA

Hsefrmkorea It's not a good start if your builder makes mistakes with estimating the power run and trenching and I am pretty sure he can't hang cables from trees therefore…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Apr 11, 2018 7:10 pm
StructuralBIMGuy

Hi all, we have been lurking :) around this forum for a while and getting some great ideas from everyone. We have just started the process of designing a two storey home…

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DanAL
Apr 09, 2018 5:53 pm
insider
insider
6 April 2018

Engineering Report and Contour Survey

Engineering Report and Contour Survey
WA

If it is a volume builder they will use their preferred soil/engineer and you will have to pay again

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insider
Apr 06, 2018 9:52 pm
insider
Pummers_D38
Pummers_D38
6 April 2018

Engineering plans

Engineering plans
WA

Being educated on what you want and understanding the process to get it there is important... also get your head around how your going to furnish it so you get all of your…

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Pummers_D38
Apr 06, 2018 9:15 pm
jessm
jessm
5 April 2018

ConSLABulations!!! Celebrating new builds around Perth

ConSLABulations!!! Celebrating new builds around Perth
WA

I'll be getting out there in a week or two! So excited!!

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jessm
Apr 05, 2018 11:01 am
sabrelli
sabrelli
30 March 2018

2.7m ceiling height and garage door height... thoughts..?

2.7m ceiling height and garage door height... thoughts..?
WA
1, 2

Yup, this is from my construction plans - and part of the documentation that was lodged to the council for DA approval.

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sabrelli
Mar 30, 2018 9:34 am
algernon
algernon
24 March 2018

Tiled roof or Colorbond !?

Tiled roof or Colorbond !?
WA
1, 2

It also occurs to me that I haven't mentioned building for the OP's climate. Perth is in Climate Zone 5 (Warm Temperate), with mild winters and hot summers (see the…

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algernon
Mar 24, 2018 8:56 am
lisalula
lisalula
15 March 2018

Building the Lennox with Celebration Homes

Building the Lennox with Celebration Homes
WA
1, 2

Hey a bit late to the party but the house looks great! I wondered if you had a photo of your powder room with the sink? Did you pick your sink or was it standard? Thanks, Lisa :)

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lisalula
Mar 14, 2018 11:51 pm

So we had PCI on the 20th of Feb and picked up our keys on the 1st March. Couldn’t be happier with our home and it has been so crazy busy since then packing and moving…

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m0llss
Mar 13, 2018 11:19 pm
Sea Horse
Sea Horse
10 March 2018

Having NBN connected to your new home

Having NBN connected to your new home
WA

Just a further update. A search of our address on the NBN website now returns a "Great news! You are ready to connect" message as opposed to the "It's coming by 2020"…

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Sea Horse
Mar 10, 2018 12:38 pm
Sea Horse
ja2000
ja2000
4 March 2018

Floor plan

Floor plan
WA

What is the orientation of your block? West facing bedrooms can get hot, unless you are getting aircon etc.

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ja2000
Mar 04, 2018 6:47 pm
insider
insider
27 February 2018

New Build in Melton West with JG King

New Build in Melton West with JG King
WA

Write reply... Mainly H2 but some areas are class P due to fill over the top of highly reactive natural clays. Melton west is one of the hotspots for slab heave so do…

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insider
Feb 27, 2018 9:03 pm
insider
JayCee24
JayCee24
23 February 2018

Site works cost!

Site works cost!
WA

Our siteworks cost is $61K. 350sqm block a bit slope with 1.5M fall from rear to front so retaining walls are required. BAL 19, soil type A, D10 engineering details. I…

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JayCee24
Feb 23, 2018 10:49 pm
algernon
algernon
21 February 2018

Floorplan Feedback

Floorplan Feedback
WA

Some thoughts from me: Good use of the battleaxe block by siting the house where you have (we've done the same with our build on a…

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algernon
Feb 21, 2018 11:15 am
SilentBoB
SilentBoB
21 February 2018

First timers - Smart Homes for Living in Wellard

First timers - Smart Homes for Living in Wellard
WA
1 ... 22, 23, 24

The only thing we wished we did was extend the alfresco paving out a metre and along our bedroom sliding door. Now the plan is to just put some stones and feature tiles…

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SilentBoB
Feb 20, 2018 11:37 pm
SilentBoB
Mimpi
Mimpi
14 February 2018

Redink - Equis Lake - The Vines

Redink - Equis Lake - The Vines
WA

Thank you Madora! ☺️ It really is an exciting time. We have followed your build and have thoroughly enjoyed reading your posts. Wow! We never really put the pieces…

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Mimpi
Feb 14, 2018 1:26 pm
stevenj
stevenj
12 February 2018

has anyone built with content-living recently?

has anyone built with content-living recently?
WA

i would not build with them again... poor quality workmanship to a lazy supervisor who would make excuses all the time. plaster constantly coming off the walls leaking…

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stevenj
Feb 12, 2018 11:25 am
muimui
muimui
8 February 2018

Telstra pits under driveways - help!

Telstra pits under driveways - help!
WA
1, 2

Hi, EmyN Have you pour your driveway yet? We have the same issue but telstra said our concrete lid is trafficable. Do you have any problem with yours? Did you get telstra…

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muimui
Feb 08, 2018 8:24 am
Kb1705
Kb1705
8 February 2018

Perth WA - two storey builder recommendations?

Perth WA - two storey builder recommendations?
WA

Thanks for your response. I am not quite sure about 101 and HGWA they have had bad maintenance issues in one of the other groups . my block is a irregular shape 10m…

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Kb1705
Feb 08, 2018 1:43 am
Kb1705
Kb1705
7 February 2018

Any one built with 101/APG? Two storey (Perth)

Any one built with 101/APG? Two storey (Perth)
WA

Hi guys let me know you experience

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Kb1705
Feb 07, 2018 12:51 pm
Kt86
Kt86
6 February 2018

Reviews on Goldstyle homes

Reviews on Goldstyle homes
WA

Hi! We recently signed a contract to build with a Goldstyle homes. After crunching all the numbers into spreadsheet they seem to be the best in value as we can outsource…

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Kt86
Feb 06, 2018 5:05 pm

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