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bestspecials
bestspecials
29 July 2020

Bedroom size

Bedroom size

Just an idea. If you are allowed to change the plan at all, if you make a couple of small alterations to the robes in Bed 2 and Bed 4, you can create a whole heap of extra room.

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bestspecials
Jul 29, 2020 3:01 pm
bestspecials
spinvests
spinvests
29 July 2020

Cladding vs Moulding - Building with Impressions in Perth

Cladding vs Moulding - Building with Impressions in Perth
WA

Our builder has advised that they prefer to use Selekta timber composite cladding for the elevation. Any expert here who can weigh in on the pros and cons of this product?…

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spinvests
Jul 29, 2020 2:04 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
29 July 2020

HGWA $80,000 Luxury Range inclusions

HGWA $80,000 Luxury Range inclusions
WA

WA Builders are singing all the way to the BANK to the tune of $80K + $55K = $135K " La + La = La La (land) LOL it won't be long you'll be paying eastern States prices…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jul 29, 2020 12:25 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
oklouise
oklouise
29 July 2020

Floor plan of a German City Villa - asking for feedback & im

Floor plan of a German City Villa - asking for feedback & im

i especially like all my bathrooms but assume there'll be some restrictions that i'm not aware eg does the tech room need the extra front entry door? but have to ask…

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oklouise
Jul 29, 2020 11:46 am
bashworth
bashworth
28 July 2020

Slab

Slab

One week is plenty. Small amount of puddling is no issue.

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bashworth
Jul 28, 2020 11:36 pm
bashworth
puffyFrog
puffyFrog
28 July 2020

[HELP] need to do soil compact certificate in SA

[HELP] need to do soil compact certificate in SA
SA

Hi guys, Our footing report came back with an exceeding of $6,000 because our builder said they found fill on the site and request a compaction certificate, without that…

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puffyFrog
Jul 28, 2020 4:12 pm
puffyFrog
Monty85
Monty85
28 July 2020

Has anyone cut and retained rather than doing drop edge beam

Has anyone cut and retained rather than doing drop edge beam
NSW

Our lot has between roughly 0.5m diagonally from back to front. Our builder wants to do a drop edge beam down the side of the garage which would mean the angle of our…

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Monty85
Jul 28, 2020 12:21 pm
Bobjane
Bobjane
28 July 2020

Building a Rawson home at Wyee, Central Coast.

Building a Rawson home at Wyee, Central Coast.
NSW

What colour combination is your roof and gutter? Looks like basalt roof and monument gutters?

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Bobjane
Jul 28, 2020 9:35 am
Khaem
Khaem
27 July 2020

Bellriver Homes/ Home Building

Bellriver Homes/ Home Building
NSW

Home Builder Recommendation Me and my partner are looking at purchasing house and land package. This will be our first home and any opinion would be greatly appreciated.…

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Khaem
Jul 27, 2020 8:14 pm
Bao Nguyen
Bao Nguyen
27 July 2020

Balcony construction

Balcony construction
NSW

Good to know. Thanks mate

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Bao Nguyen
Jul 27, 2020 3:06 pm
NRC
NRC
27 July 2020

What brick did you use for narrow, single story home?

What brick did you use for narrow, single story home?

Thank you, I will do that. What brick colour did you end up going with?

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NRC
Jul 27, 2020 3:02 pm
Courtney22
Courtney22
27 July 2020

Master Plans

Master Plans

Hi I was wondering is there any chance that you could look at my plans? Iv tried the website and I’m not great with visualising and orientation and I’m worried about…

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Courtney22
Jul 27, 2020 12:20 pm
MBX3
MBX3
27 July 2020

Shall I lock the price now for the build?

Shall I lock the price now for the build?
VIC

I am in similar situation where I have a custom plan being quoted by Inspired Homes (pricey upgrades) , Aspire homes and Romeo homes(not promising inclusions). Inspired…

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MBX3
Jul 27, 2020 8:29 am
MBX3
Jimmy94
Jimmy94
27 July 2020

Electrical appointment advice

Electrical appointment advice

I've just selected to build with Coral. What I did with the consultant was adding the electrical allowance in his quote. Remember the standard inclusion is batton holders…

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Jimmy94
Jul 27, 2020 7:41 am
NathanPS
NathanPS
26 July 2020

Trees too close to house?

Trees too close to house?
QLD

Thanks for your replies. I have contacted the builder and they have said they have passed this onto their landscaper to advise if this will be an issue. Thanks Dan. I…

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NathanPS
Jul 26, 2020 8:55 pm
yuzeee2
yuzeee2
25 July 2020

Inspection of brand New Home without exit clause

Inspection of brand New Home without exit clause
VIC

Lol his heart is tilted towards this house. I guess he would just sign this contract

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yuzeee2
Jul 25, 2020 9:30 pm
oklouise
oklouise
25 July 2020

House plan

House plan

extra toilet in the bathroom is a good idea for small children

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oklouise
Jul 25, 2020 6:49 pm
Brett0004
Brett0004
25 July 2020

Did you install 1 or 2 instantaneous gas hot water systems

Did you install 1 or 2 instantaneous gas hot water systems

Same here, we have opted for 2 instantaneous gas water heaters in our build as our last house you had to wait forever and wasted so much water waiting for the hot water to arrive.

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Brett0004
Jul 25, 2020 2:41 pm
tropod
tropod
25 July 2020

Subject to Finance Clause

Subject to Finance Clause
WA

Check state laws. Some states have a deposit requirement, some don't. When we bought out house we only put down a $1000.00 deposit as we weren't legally obligated to…

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tropod
Jul 25, 2020 8:07 am
Shan_brad
Shan_brad
24 July 2020

Shadow from neighbour and solar access on our place?

Shadow from neighbour and solar access on our place?
NSW
1, 2, 3

Deluxes Exactly our position land we brought did not have a house build on it for 45 years for no reason so my neighbors had nice view throughout she doesn’t like a…

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Shan_brad
Jul 24, 2020 9:59 pm
keyman
keyman
24 July 2020

Should we get the builder to install solar?

Should we get the builder to install solar?
NSW

Yeah sorry, I was comparing it to Victoria which has different rebates which will affect the final cost. Definitely do you research and get a few quotes from local…

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keyman
Jul 24, 2020 6:28 pm

alexp79, here are two drawings. The first shows you our main section through where the vast majority of the upper, first floor is inset from the ground floor as per our…

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Stewie D
Jul 24, 2020 10:24 am
Montu
Montu
23 July 2020

Pre lining inspection missed

Pre lining inspection missed
NSW

I took a package by one of the popular inspection companies and the pre lining inspection was missed. The site supervisor and inspection company have been coordinating…

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Montu
Jul 23, 2020 9:16 pm
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
23 July 2020

Preliminary Works Agreement

Preliminary Works Agreement

I wouldn't be signing a PWA, you really want all your upgrades and changes complete before you sign anything. Once you have signed a PWA your more or less locked in and at…

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Doozer1905
Jul 23, 2020 8:42 pm
Suejos
Suejos
23 July 2020

Render costs?

Render costs?
QLD
1, 2

Hi there, I realise it's been a while, but looking at sprucing up the front of our house with rendering and wondering if the company you used was in Sydney?

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Suejos
Jul 23, 2020 5:47 pm
Pineapple23
Pineapple23
22 July 2020

First Build–modified Bayside30 by Stylemaster:After Handover

First Build–modified Bayside30 by Stylemaster:After Handover
QLD
1 ... 9, 10, 11

Thanks for sharing your journey. We have accepted a tender with Stylemaster and after a few hiccups this week, are having second thoughts. One of my concerns is the…

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Pineapple23
Jul 22, 2020 9:52 pm
Roney
Roney
22 July 2020

Clyde Springs estate- Clyde North

Clyde Springs estate- Clyde North
VIC
1, 2, 3, 4

Hi All, Are there anyone planning to buy land in Clyde Springs Stage 7. I heared there is a Dam Under this stage in Clide Spring estate and would like to know how this …

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Roney
Jul 22, 2020 8:34 am
Joker
Joker
21 July 2020

Buying Henley Home without Landscaping

Buying Henley Home without Landscaping
VIC

Landscaping isn't a worry at all,it's the slab getting unevening moisture levels,that's why putting a concrete path right around your slab is important,you don't want a…

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Joker
Jul 21, 2020 7:42 pm
Desertrose79
Desertrose79
21 July 2020

Finding a Builder

Finding a Builder
QLD

I just saw this post and thought i would share my experience. im a repeat customer of mclachlans, we built our first house back in 2010 just to get into the market for…

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Desertrose79
Jul 21, 2020 6:00 pm
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
21 July 2020

Wall and Ceiling insulation upgrade

Wall and Ceiling insulation upgrade
NSW

I think 4 to 6 there is still a decent amount of gain but beyond that there is no need. Most high performing non-passivehaus (still reasonably affordable) houses I've seen…

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stonesthrow
Jul 21, 2020 12:58 pm
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
21 July 2020

Site Costs

Site Costs

There are obviously many variables, but if prices are raised by the amount of the grant, then consumer demand should not increase (in theory) and then the construction…

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stonesthrow
Jul 21, 2020 12:50 pm
Callifo
Callifo
20 July 2020

What price change did you experience from tender to contract

What price change did you experience from tender to contract
NSW

Yeah downgrading definitely not worth it. I only did that for one thing, and they offered me nothing back. Said a custom order would be more expensive then the high…

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Callifo
Jul 20, 2020 10:50 pm
Pineapple23
Pineapple23
20 July 2020

Change to base price after quote

Change to base price after quote

Thank you. A well learned lesson for us!

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Pineapple23
Jul 20, 2020 2:29 pm
Joker
Joker
20 July 2020

Jack and jill bathrooms - what are your thoughts?

Jack and jill bathrooms - what are your thoughts?

Unfortunately it was a few houses ago,sold in 1996,so can't access house with semi ensuite.

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Joker
Jul 20, 2020 12:49 pm
Norfolk
Norfolk
20 July 2020

Can Builder ask for final payment-no ElecMeters installedyet

Can Builder ask for final payment-no ElecMeters installedyet

Assuming you have a standard HIA contract with no special clauses about this, it is the builders responsibility to ensure everything including electrical, data and…

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Norfolk
Jul 20, 2020 11:03 am
tropod
tropod
20 July 2020

How to arrange landscape, pool, driveway and flooring quotes

How to arrange landscape, pool, driveway and flooring quotes
NSW

Realise this is a few months old but that's not how it works. It really depends on the loan, what's being done to the property, how much borrowing equity is in the…

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tropod
Jul 20, 2020 5:16 am
Roomwithaview
Roomwithaview
19 July 2020

Hudson homes - Saffron 35

Hudson homes - Saffron 35
NSW

Tell as many people as you can to save themselves the trouble and stay away from Hudson Homes

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Roomwithaview
Jul 19, 2020 11:49 pm
melpicky
melpicky
19 July 2020

Building with Simonds Homes - Avalon 2nd Build

Building with Simonds Homes - Avalon 2nd Build
VIC

Hi, I’d really like your private inspector details too if possible?

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melpicky
Jul 19, 2020 6:47 pm
Oteh
Oteh
19 July 2020

Oracle Cliftleigh meadows

Oracle Cliftleigh meadows
NSW

Hi 4klgss New to the post. Hope it all worked out for you. Oracle is one of the builder we are looking to go with ... any recommendations/comments? We are also going to…

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Oteh
Jul 19, 2020 5:40 pm
yuzeee2
yuzeee2
19 July 2020

Independant Builders Inspectors Recommendations in Victoria

Independant Builders Inspectors Recommendations in Victoria
VIC

It is indeed difficult to get what you need to be fixed without even understanding them in the first place. That's why it's…

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yuzeee2
Jul 19, 2020 5:31 pm
gogo65
gogo65
18 July 2020

Brick and frame - plywood normal ?

Brick and frame - plywood normal ?
NSW

In Sydney there is no requirement for wrap, it would be an Additional cost and would need to be added at tender stage.

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gogo65
Jul 18, 2020 6:37 pm
gogo65
svinodiyer
svinodiyer
18 July 2020

Meridian Homes (Sydney)

Meridian Homes (Sydney)
NSW

We didn’t go with them due to price, especially site costs. But they had a good inclusion package and designed a custom home for us.

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svinodiyer
Jul 18, 2020 4:10 pm
Hussain sahara
Hussain sahara
18 July 2020

Roof - colour bond Vs Tiles?

Roof - colour bond Vs Tiles?
VIC
1, 2, 3

Hey Murtuza what's the update on your block, your house plan look good its a decent size house. What is your land size?

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Hussain sahara
Jul 18, 2020 2:06 pm
Hussain sahara

Yay! Exciting times :) Congrats to all! Everyone’s build looks cool and awesome :) Here’s our home look after few weeks of moving in!

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Joc
Jul 18, 2020 7:55 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
16 July 2020

Mould on timber frame

Mould on timber frame
VIC

My husband and I recently bought a house and were shocked by how much mold was in the corners. A nightmare

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SaveH2O
Jul 16, 2020 11:50 pm
SaveH2O
Ezzie
Ezzie
16 July 2020

Building with Kurmond (Revamped)

Building with Kurmond (Revamped)
NSW

We’re just about to complete our home and we’ve had a good experience. Our home is beautiful and the quality is great. Can’t wait to live in it. I’m excited. Even…

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Ezzie
Jul 16, 2020 7:47 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
16 July 2020

Lightweight Construction v Bricks

Lightweight Construction v Bricks
NSW

"Would you clad a whole house? We are looking for a coastal modern look." If you look at Coastal/Hamptons designed houses, then most of them have weatherboard styles of…

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Stewie D
Jul 16, 2020 6:47 pm
Mahendar Muthu
Mahendar Muthu
16 July 2020

Squareset Cornice cost from builder

Squareset Cornice cost from builder
NSW

Thank you.. that's the similar amount our builder is charging.

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Mahendar Muthu
Jul 16, 2020 3:10 pm
JJ2019
JJ2019
16 July 2020

Stocklands Estate

Stocklands Estate
VIC

Has anyone recently build a corner fence with Stockland estate? As per their guidelines it will cost me around $10,000 to have just the corner fence. A normal one cost…

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JJ2019
Jul 16, 2020 11:00 am
JJ2019
JJ2019
JJ2019
16 July 2020

Highlands Estate Craigieburn

Highlands Estate Craigieburn
VIC
1 ... 11, 12, 13

I realise this is an old post, but anyone recently build a corner fence with stockland estate? As per their guidelines it will cost me around 10,000 to have just the…

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JJ2019
Jul 16, 2020 10:59 am
JJ2019

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