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Building with OpalSS Construction

Building with OpalSS Construction
NSW

Hi, I don't have specific suggestions, but you may find this article useful: Cheers.

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Builder Background Checks
Jul 21, 2021 6:16 pm
Builder Background Checks

as Jason suggested the toilet is better near the entry with a screen wall for towel rails and wet floor bath and shower grouped together and an alternative option for…

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oklouise
Jul 19, 2021 12:02 pm
lilbza
lilbza
18 July 2021

Internal Floor screeding

Internal Floor screeding
NSW

There's absolutely no reason to screed your slab for main flooring tiles unless your concretor has done an appalling job of the slab. Anyone that says you should, are…

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lilbza
Jul 18, 2021 9:43 am
lilbza
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
16 July 2021

Designer VS Builder

Designer VS Builder
NSW

Henry Details sent Have a great weekend Simeon

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Ashington Homes
Jul 16, 2021 7:40 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
12 July 2021

Getting TV cables behind the wall through bullnose

Getting TV cables behind the wall through bullnose
NSW

MrsJM I have proudly given myself the title of professional TV installer in my family, as I had to do 4 last year :). But I am with the others in that I am not sure what…

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Ashington Homes
Jul 12, 2021 8:08 pm
Ashington Homes
Kumz
Kumz
10 July 2021

Timber Fencing

Timber Fencing
NSW

Looking for fencing recommendations as OPT requires timber fencing. Has anyone used Ezyclip fencing systems?

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Kumz
Jul 10, 2021 5:35 pm
gogo65
gogo65
10 July 2021

Tile Selection

Tile Selection
NSW

Kumz, you could also look at Manago tiles in McGraths Hill. We bought all our tiles there supply and laid. We got a pretty good price and they had a good range.

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gogo65
Jul 10, 2021 3:22 pm
gogo65
somebol
somebol
9 July 2021

Axis Projects - Canberra

Axis Projects - Canberra
NSW

Has anyone built with Axis Projects in Canberra? If so can you please post your experiences.

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somebol
Jul 09, 2021 9:58 am
theshack
theshack
2 July 2021

EV charging point location in garage

EV charging point location in garage
NSW

For my new home build I'm covering all bases... A 3 Phase 32A Circuit on the back wall of the garage and 1 Phase 32A Circuits on either side towards the front of the…

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theshack
Jul 02, 2021 8:14 pm
Camo11
Camo11
1 July 2021

Rawson Seaview 36 - Schofields

Rawson Seaview 36 - Schofields
NSW
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Hi Vin, I just wanted to check if your handover went through on 2nd feb as planned. How is everything going? My build schedule has lined up almost exactly with yours…

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Camo11
Jul 01, 2021 9:52 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
30 June 2021

How useful did you find an independent PCI inspection?

How useful did you find an independent PCI inspection?
NSW

LOL, are you kidding after the final walkthrough you have possession of the house. defects and non compliance needs to be picked and documented before you take…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 30, 2021 8:35 am
StructuralBIMGuy
1sttimebuilding
1sttimebuilding
28 June 2021

Building At Macarthur Heights (UWS Campbelltown)

Building At Macarthur Heights (UWS Campbelltown)
NSW
1 ... 13, 14, 15

Hey adding solar panels will do the trick for the 90 energy rating

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1sttimebuilding
Jun 28, 2021 4:10 pm
mariathas.fam
mariathas.fam
22 June 2021

Redbank at North Richmond NSW

Redbank at North Richmond NSW
NSW
1, 2, 3

Hi guys, So just reviving this little thread here. We are considering purchasing in Yeomans. The prices have jumped quite a bit I can imagine since you guys have…

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mariathas.fam
Jun 22, 2021 4:50 pm
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yogik1437
Jun 22, 2021 12:48 pm
jga
jga
19 June 2021

Montgomery Riviera

Montgomery Riviera
NSW

Hey TrickyRicky We are interested in the Riviera 1 303 to build in Maitland NSW. We are going to have our tender meeting in a few weeks. J.

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jga
Jun 19, 2021 1:53 pm
jga
Harris
Harris
15 June 2021

Building in Hillcroft - Claymore

Building in Hillcroft - Claymore
NSW
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Anyone building house in Hillcroft estate currently?

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Harris
Jun 15, 2021 10:31 pm
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ange555
Jun 09, 2021 10:24 am
Monty85
Monty85
2 June 2021

Fence height dispute/dilemma

Fence height dispute/dilemma
NSW

Don't get me started. I tried explaining that to the neighbour that any addition in height to the fence would be negligible as there is a bloody house less than 2m away…

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Monty85
Jun 02, 2021 8:15 pm
LakeMacRicky
LakeMacRicky
2 June 2021

Contracts and Penalty Clauses

Contracts and Penalty Clauses
NSW

Thanks strannik, we will definitely ask.

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LakeMacRicky
Jun 02, 2021 4:55 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
29 May 2021

National Tiles & Metricon homes - Drummy Tiles

National Tiles & Metricon homes - Drummy Tiles
NSW

We already have established that structural members require a min of 2 Fixings what I'm seeing is Scrap and cracked timber held together by one nail? Ask them to…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 29, 2021 9:35 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
28 May 2021

Relocation of Manhole

Relocation of Manhole
NSW

Happy Friday tanneetan You are going to need to hire a "Sydney Water Services Co-ordinator". These are designers who are accredited by Sydney water to design and…

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Ashington Homes
May 28, 2021 6:05 am
Ashington Homes
TTTx
TTTx
27 May 2021

NOTICE OF PRACTICAL COMPLETION

NOTICE OF PRACTICAL COMPLETION
NSW

Can I ask which builder you are using?

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TTTx
May 27, 2021 4:23 pm
Xfactor
Xfactor
25 May 2021

Metricon (Pheonix 40) Clarendon(Boston 42) - anyone here?

Metricon (Pheonix 40) Clarendon(Boston 42) - anyone here?
NSW

No, we didn’t want the pillars rendered as the whole house is being rendered, originally wanted stone but quote was a ridiculous $32k for those 2 front pillars. The…

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Xfactor
May 25, 2021 10:00 am
Noname
Noname
24 May 2021

92mm Architraves - too big?

92mm Architraves - too big?
NSW

oof, cost me ~550 for the 2mm skirts and ~280 for the 67mm door and window arcs - 32sq house

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Noname
May 24, 2021 2:55 pm
kokichi89
kokichi89
21 May 2021

Brick/cladding ?

Brick/cladding ?
NSW

Thank you so much. It is much appreciated!

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kokichi89
May 21, 2021 5:36 pm
mk1234
mk1234
19 May 2021

Building at Bardia - New Breeze

Building at Bardia - New Breeze
NSW
1 ... 67, 68, 69

Hi, A lot of them have used colour bond on the corner property but don't know if it's done after getting the OC. Regards, Mohan

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mk1234
May 19, 2021 2:39 pm
shadenshield
shadenshield
18 May 2021

Info & tips for those building in BAL40 and Flame Zone

Info & tips for those building in BAL40 and Flame Zone
NSW
1, 2

Hi Hugo. I would be cautious. A 'Flame Zone' window should be tested to AS1530.8.2. 10mm glass (float or toughened) will not pass this test. If you would like a rundown…

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shadenshield
May 18, 2021 3:49 pm
marz1983
marz1983
18 May 2021

GJ Gardner Mountain Views 310

GJ Gardner Mountain Views 310
NSW
1, 2, 3, 4

Hi yep been in 2yrs now, and yes we have the monument garage door. I don’t think it’s too dark but we do have the shake grey roof. Don’t have any photos on my…

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marz1983
May 18, 2021 1:33 pm
agent0387
agent0387
17 May 2021

How much to build this French Modern home?

How much to build this French Modern home?
NSW

Thank you Simeon, I have a meeting upcoming with my Architect and will ask this question, much appreciated!

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agent0387
May 17, 2021 3:55 pm
Monty85
Monty85
17 May 2021

how many "potable" garden taps?

how many "potable" garden taps?
NSW

Yeah we added a third and probably should have added a fourth considering it was only $150 to add it in during the build. We have 2 down the garage side of our house (1…

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Monty85
May 17, 2021 9:55 am
Lochana11
Lochana11
16 May 2021

Walls for BAL FZ

Walls for BAL FZ
NSW

Thanks Chris and Simeon. I am a few weeks away from DA submission and thought that I consider materials before going into DA particular due to FZ. Think I will spend a bit…

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Lochana11
May 16, 2021 2:04 pm
LucB
LucB
16 May 2021

Hall & Hart - Madison (Contemporary) at Willowdale

Hall & Hart - Madison (Contemporary) at Willowdale
NSW
1, 2

Thank you adalon , that is very helpful. What you had been added seems very reasonable. We were expecting something around 30-50K given it's a KDR site. Can't get my head…

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LucB
May 16, 2021 10:32 am
alexp79
alexp79
13 May 2021

13mm gyprock - internal walls overkill?

13mm gyprock - internal walls overkill?
NSW

Two layers of 13 mm gyprock each side on metal studs with sound batts in between will provide significant improvement in noise transmission. Easily 60 dbm+ on 90 mm profile.

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alexp79
May 13, 2021 10:12 pm

Builder Damaged fence

Builder Damaged fence
NSW

Hi Bao, Not sure if this matter has been settled,…

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JohnDelaCruzLawyer
May 12, 2021 4:32 pm
JohnDelaCruzLawyer
Venkata
Venkata
11 May 2021

GJ Gardner- Blue Water Design

GJ Gardner- Blue Water Design
NSW

Hi Ross2020., Thanks Do you mind telling me which franchisee of G.J.Gardener you had approached.

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Venkata
May 11, 2021 6:12 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
7 May 2021

Gap between cladding and roofing

Gap between cladding and roofing
NSW

That's very messy work! provided there is a flashing in behind that cladding it should be okay. Normally you want a 10mm gap as the cladding cant sit on the roof tiles (…

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SejaeD
May 07, 2021 1:47 pm
SejaeD
Spazzen
Spazzen
3 May 2021

Who has flexibility for Owner supplied items?

Who has flexibility for Owner supplied items?
NSW

I'm pretty far from Sydney, building with GJ's in Mildura. I've started a thread for my build where I've discussed the experience so far. …

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Spazzen
May 03, 2021 9:08 pm
ashhme
ashhme
30 April 2021

Allworth Carlisle Build In Western Sydney

Allworth Carlisle Build In Western Sydney
NSW
1 ... 6, 7, 8

Thank You ! Beautiful home 🏠! I will use most of the combination you used because your house looks amazing. God bless you and your family Thanks again! Regards, Ash

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ashhme
Apr 30, 2021 7:35 am
ppetrovski
ppetrovski
28 April 2021

A builder like Thomas Archer or Boutique in Sydney?

A builder like Thomas Archer or Boutique in Sydney?
NSW

Thanks, anyone have other suggestions too?

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ppetrovski
Apr 28, 2021 9:32 pm
Harryraf
Harryraf
28 April 2021

Choosing Insulated Concrete Foam (ICF) vendor

Choosing Insulated Concrete Foam (ICF) vendor
NSW

Hi Alex My I've just had a DA Approved for a knock-down and rebuild my home in Newcastle. It's currently designed as a brick veneer (rendered) but I've been…

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Harryraf
Apr 28, 2021 2:41 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
20 April 2021

Found out raised bathroom at completion stage.

Found out raised bathroom at completion stage.
NSW

Must be my Kiwi heritage! FFL was always finished floor level that you walk on, not what is under it. I've specified the FFL of our lounge at RL 53830 which is top of the…

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Stewie D
Apr 20, 2021 8:14 pm
gogo65
gogo65
17 April 2021

onsite stormwater detention system

onsite stormwater detention system
NSW
1, 2

Newhousebuilder, if you’re going to drive by Tuckwell road, have a look on Darcy road (the corner of Darcy and crane-we used to live off Darcy road), there is quite a…

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gogo65
Apr 17, 2021 8:00 pm
gogo65
aussieta
aussieta
17 April 2021

Biggest house under $300k. Which Builder?

Biggest house under $300k. Which Builder?
NSW

I started my own business recently. I opened a resort, and it has a lot of success now, but I had some problems initially. I had a hard time finding a…

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aussieta
Apr 17, 2021 7:46 am
aussieta
Pratik
Pratik
15 April 2021

Retaining wall &

Retaining wall &
NSW

Thanks for this. Much appreciated.

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Pratik
Apr 15, 2021 3:49 pm
Emma12
Emma12
14 April 2021

Clarendon Boston 36 Central Coast

Clarendon Boston 36 Central Coast
NSW
1, 2

Wow i love your kitchen and flooring - may i ask what type and colour your floorboards are please? x

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Emma12
Apr 14, 2021 11:28 am
Kippers01
Kippers01
9 April 2021

Trend Connection Builder

Trend Connection Builder
NSW

I agree, i wouldn't trust those reviews, or any open comments, personal messages etc about them on any anonymous forum. Ask them to connect you with some of their past…

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Kippers01
Apr 09, 2021 1:04 pm
JS87
JS87
7 April 2021

Building on very sloping land, is it worth it?

Building on very sloping land, is it worth it?
NSW

Something like this is always going to come down to price. It's going to need to be custom and it's not going to be cheap. If you think the view is worth it, and your…

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JS87
Apr 07, 2021 10:34 pm
Pulse
Pulse
2 April 2021

How can I deal with these retaining walls?

How can I deal with these retaining walls?
NSW

The fence should really be on existing ground level. The issue is that fence repair costs are split 50:50, retaining wall costs are paid for 100% by the person who…

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Pulse
Apr 02, 2021 7:48 pm
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
24 March 2021

Swimming Pool : Shell from a retailer but installation other

Swimming Pool : Shell from a retailer but installation other
NSW

Hi, I’m curious as to why you are looking for a shallow pool . There isn’t much available as the market dictates deeper pools . As for buying pool and having installed…

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wheeliworks
Mar 24, 2021 8:13 pm
wheeliworks
Noname
Noname
19 March 2021

Question regarding mortar colour

Question regarding mortar colour
NSW

the mortar lightens. takes a little bit for it to fully dry.

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Noname
Mar 19, 2021 3:30 pm

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