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Hi Simeon,
You only need to render (or better word to use - wet plaster) inside if you use Hebel masonry blocks (without framing), it is certainly not required for… Addirtional cost of H1 slab?Hi all,
I will be doing an owner builder kit home (PAAL) hopefully soon and I am still doing some budgeting. I am at a crossroads at the moment with costs. Mainly to do… Posty01 started a topic 20 July 2021 ago Stamp duty and deposit confusionHi! We're in Victoria and looking to build for the first time. We aren't eligible for FHOG.
We've been living in our area for a few years. Our kids go to school here and… mcbks started a topic 19 July 2021 ago mcbksJul 19, 2021 8:48 pm Sloping block - need recommendationsOne of the simplest options for the basement level will be:
1) Pier and beam footings
2) Dincel for retaining and basement level walls
3) Bondek or Speedfloor suspended…
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… Metro Homes NSWAn honest review about Metro Homes NSW also knows as Urban Homes NSW; Metro Homes and Partners; Lavish Construction, NSW and why to avoid them at all costs.
1) They are… tarapara started a topic 19 July 2021 ago Internal Floor screedingThere'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… lilbza replied 18 July 2021 ago Hi 👋🏻,
I’m Axelle, I’m from France and I’m building a house in WA with my Aussie partner!
Everything here is new to me, especially colorbond roof and bricks… NBN unconnected at handoverIt depends on what you want.. NBN ready for a HFC connection might just mean a network port (and power point) in the garage.
You don't need them to install an NBN hub… Chanhe to payment scheduleOk so here is a stupid situation. Im building on a heavily sloping block near coffs harbour with integrity homes. Due to bank hold up and a couple of errors, its taken… Damoh started a topic 16 July 2021 ago DamohJul 16, 2021 3:27 am Anyone building with Eagle Homes?Hi Mac,
We signed the contract with Eagle Homes 3 months ago, looking to start the construction after getting our land registered in Oct.
Similar to other builders, you… Carlisle HomesYes, waiting for the colour appointment date. However, I felt they are slow in paper works process. prash replied 14 July 2021 ago prashJul 14, 2021 5:54 pm House frame delivery timeOur friend owns a frame and truss company in Sydney, they are advising 8-12 weeks.
No point changing to steel as apparently there is a delay with steel too. gogo65 replied 14 July 2021 ago Building Platform and Slab Heights
You should have co-ordinated you own drawings better.
Usually it gets sorted out later after you paid more money in finalising the contract drawings ..
By that time you… Second story additionSecond story addition
We want to add a second story addition to our 1950’s cottage on stumps!
Timber and steel has both tripled in price over past year so looking for… Clarendon Boston 36, hamptons brick facadeHi Robert,
Any updates on this? We were looking at building a Boston 36 but due to an existing pool we are now looking to have to go to a 42 as its wider but not as deep… Bushfire assessment report - NSWMate, what made you think that a master in construction management or Australian fire service “medal” are qualifications that entitle their holder to give advice on… obbosh replied 12 July 2021 ago Independent Building InspectorHello everyone,
I'm building in Sydney with one of the project homes. I just finished the conc slab stage. I'm look for a independent inspector. And I found out the water… TTTx started a topic 12 July 2021 ago Custom Double Story Home DownpipeOk,...I take it that the lower gutter will have a W slope pattern with ond downpipe in the middle and the others at the ends. Having the straight gutter run gives the best… Toorak 27 - Eden Brae | Cost Help ?Hi, I am building Bristol 30 on a tight budget. You can minimise upgrades to structural options that can be done later.
There's two Eden Brae groups on Facebook with… rits07 replied 11 July 2021 ago Building Inspector - Melbourne WestWe will be building a new home shortly in Sunbury (Melbourne's west) - exciting and nerve wracking at the same time. I'm keen to engage a building inspector - does anyone… karmaz started a topic 11 July 2021 ago Building with WisdomHello,
Can anyone please provide me with some general advice around the extras that Wisdom offer?
Within the current inclusions pack they offer a "Security alarm system… Clarendon Oceanside /BaysideHello first time poster 👋
Is anyone building either Oceanside or bayside I’d love to see pics , hear your story, any tips.
We are adding en-suites to every bedroom… Cost to lay bigger tiles - Perth WAMy partner laid our tiles which are 1200x600. Two tiles in a box weigh 38kilos. Imagine each tile that weighs 19kilos with glue and try to push that down or lift that up… Timber FencingLooking for fencing recommendations as OPT requires timber fencing. Has anyone used Ezyclip fencing systems? Kumz started a topic 10 July 2021 ago Tile SelectionKumz, 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. gogo65 replied 10 July 2021 ago Tender - site costs ?
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Unfortunately I cant read the document. I literally have the worst eye!. I got tested last week and am waiting for the new glasses to come. Apparently the reason… Axis Projects - CanberraHas anyone built with Axis Projects in Canberra?
If so can you please post your experiences. somebol started a topic 9 July 2021 ago Hidden Valley
Hi Joles, how are ya ?
We have just bought a piece of block at Hidden valley recently and plan to build there in a few months.
I wanted to ask you a silly question. In… DA Building conditions
Thanks for your reply Simeon, I was starting to think that we were the only dumb idiots that had that forcedd on us. Forced replied 8 July 2021 ago
We are doing a KDR in Kuringai council. Our northeast side boundary is shared with a church and childcare centre.
Will we need to comply with window overlooking… Building the Simonds Cleland 233 in SA
Hi Emma
Wow it’s been ages since I have been on this site nearly been in our place for 2 years haha
-As for floor boards they are actually tiles which have been… Footing cost and Soil classification
100% agree with you.....I know there are few newly built houses in the last year or 6 months on the same street so this is to get an idea of the approx cost of footing… House and land after slab poured
Good question, as the current building contract ( if he has one?) would have expired
and why would you want to pay for a slab as your house is now not a new Build?
Are… Choosing Building surveyoeHi guys, who did you choose for your building surveyor? PD is recommending the following options:
Checkpoint Building Surveyors, DJM Building Consultants, Advance Building… Poosha started a topic 6 July 2021 ago
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