Building A New House

Wrighto

9 February 2019

KDRB Dual Living in Perth with B1Homes

Will post the official plan when I get it back next week

Joker

8 February 2019

Which Slab is Better? Waffle Pod or Raft Concrete Slab???

Remember a new build in the late nineties that had mostly wooden pylons 7 _9, metres deep, then the back double storey had a raft slab which sat in 6_8 inches of water…

ZSasha

7 February 2019

First home

Well, since you have signed the contract already (as it looks) - what the point in asking now?

Topherlang

7 February 2019

NSW Biodiversity map

Hi all I've recently purchased a block of land near batemans bay in NSW covered by the biodiversity values map. Am hoping to build on the land (zoned R5), but currently…

IamSAM

7 February 2019

Living and dining room tiles

Is there a color scheme you want to achieve with the furniture in the rooms? Quite often light color floor and dark furniture is the preferred scheme. Dark floor shows…

Jodan

6 February 2019

Barbie Dream House - First Build in Port Stephens

Hi there, what stone did you use in your kitchen ? I have chosen a dark stone and ive been worried, but your photos have eased me.

Melbournevic

6 February 2019

After Studio/Colour Selections - is it too late to back out

Ohh really. That is no good then for having this promotion which we will end up paying more. I'll probably do my research on the cost for different tile sizes so we…

Jodan

6 February 2019

blackwood brick

Does anyone have pictures of houses with blackwood brick and monument fascia, gutters, windows and garage? TIA

Wild

6 February 2019

Dennis Family Homes - Harvard 27

Hi Guys, For the titled land, how long generally does it take from initial deposit to commence the construction with dfh ? Any input will be greatly appreciated.

maggy

6 February 2019

Who is building with Allworth Homes

Hi, Have you already build with Allworth? we are planning to go with them, please share your views.

chippy

5 February 2019

Building with Wisdom Homes

May need short extension cord for the dryer.

sweetswisssteel

5 February 2019

Newbie: Cost to Build

Demolition and site costs could be close but you have seriously over estimated on the rest. Fencing should be approx 100 per lineal metre, the house about 1400 per square…

rheyt

4 February 2019

Bellriver Homes

word of advice... steer clear..... WOST builder I have ever dealt with... house has the worst finishes..... just this week I need to take a whole week off to have 50…

reps

4 February 2019

Anyone building in Rivendell Heights Mernda?

Stage 1 is already titled it seems, just recently, so getting there... ours at stage 4 might be around june. What stage u at? Have u considered split level? If so try…

mitker

4 February 2019

New Home Build - Acreage Layout

ddarroch The front of the house faces north

vlf1985

3 February 2019

Pre-Start Quieries/Advice

Thanks both for the response - its allowed me to focus on the conduit only so fingers crossed the builder sees sense! Thanks again

sweetswisssteel

3 February 2019

Affordable but flexible volume builder

Metricon are great. Some will disagree but we found them very good.

GillyH

3 February 2019

Building with JG King - Barossa 255 in Ballarat.

Nublette

2 February 2019

Redbank Plains Custom Build: Homes by CMA

Hi Rob, sorry about the delay in replying I've had a helluva January haha. I haven't updated this one in a while but I've been slightly better with my instagram…

James Brown

2 February 2019

What house did you build and how much did it cost ?

You planned your house according to your family members and theirs requirements.

James Brown

2 February 2019

Wisdom Homes - Manhattan 39 Build Thread

Looking beautiful architecture of your home.

gillybean

2 February 2019

Building with Wisdom Homes

Lol. No

alymei

2 February 2019

Whitsunday Orpheus Bricks

Maybe check with Austral - we just did our selections and they are deleting some ranges etc.

Kuma15

1 February 2019

Relaxation of boundary clearance QLD

HI Louise, Can you please elaborate a little bit more. I have to go through the same process in getting my front set back reduce from 6m to max I can, not sure if it is…

Rileyhadfield

31 January 2019

Who to build with in Hocking/Darch WA?

Hi Everyone. Just looking for a bit of advice for the best company to build a first home in Hocking or Darch Western Australia? Currently have my eye on Affordable…

Susmit

30 January 2019

Montpellier Grand - Carlisle Homes - Doors

Hi Ashleigh, We looked at the Dorchester 42 in a display village and instantly fell in love with it. As our block size is 14m wide we are considering building Dorchester…

asahi_home

29 January 2019

Building with Metricon - Driveway for PCI

I have scheduled a private inspection just before the walk through and I wanted most of the items to be completed so that I get the most of the private inspection. I…

Petal84

29 January 2019

Modern / luxury home builder suggestions

You can get in touch with team We Build Australia for any of your requirement regarding builder new home. Here is the link to contact them: . And also you can explore…

Lisastokoe

29 January 2019

New Colorbond Colours

Hi there, I have the basalt on my garage and guttering but its looking almost a navy blue? Is that normal?? Thanks Lisa

houndz

29 January 2019

Perpend thickness regulations bevelled brick

Bump!

DustyBlue

29 January 2019

Anyone built the Stockton through hotondo?

Pics encouraged

Judy29

29 January 2019

Building Henley Yorke - Ashford Park Werribee

Hi Reneeh, Are you still building the yorke with Henley? If so, could you share the pics plz?? Thanks, Judy

Zebinc

28 January 2019

New Build - Coral Milan 25

Reakelly

28 January 2019

mulgoa rise

Hi David, I’m loving it the area is awesome well I think so and most people are friendly...definitely great place to raise your children....it’s peaceful and added…

mrcool4

28 January 2019

Height of the slab

Thanks Mate

amilelka

27 January 2019

Architecturally Designed Home - Vic

You can look for low budget deck permit services. Please write and then we will talk about on details.

iTool

27 January 2019

Cost to install water meter QUU

QUU's fees and charges are published here: https://www.urbanutilities.com.au/devel ... nd-charges They charged me ~$2,600 in Brisbane a couple of years ago. The existing…

amilelka

27 January 2019

Custom House Plan - Suggestions

Your butler's pantry is too small. You won't be able to move in it comfortably.

Planet Sun

26 January 2019

Moving our water tap & meter - South East Water

Dig down around the water meter to a depth of about 700mm below ground level. You will find the supply line will be a 25mm poly pipe, sometimes it feeds two properties.…

alexp79

26 January 2019

Footing cost increase while digging

4k is a cost of extra 5-6 days of excavation depending on the machine he is planning to use. Ask him how many extra days he things it will take him to excavate because of…

Redplum

26 January 2019

Thornhill park - Rockbank

Hi Ali, I also bought in Thornhill Park at Stage 21. The developers are reluctant to tell me anything besides the fact that they estimate it to be titled and ready by…

Kev 1

26 January 2019

Custom Build with Summit Homes Perth

I'll be watching also, looks great. I'm going through a building broker in Perth and will post once we get started. 4x2 with theatre and double glazing.

Kev 1

25 January 2019

M class soil/clay and drainage

Thanks for the references Doozer, I'll get in touch with them. I'm trying to save on site works and am still getting quotes through a building broker at the moment,…

MyFirst

25 January 2019

Bathroom water proofing.

For anyone interested. The following link explained it the best I reckon. Water proofing around cabinet is definitely not ideal but seems to be an acceptable standard. I…

silver3l

25 January 2019

New Build Questions

Hi All I'm in very early stages of researching the possibility of building a new home.. I've been in contact with wisdom homes and they have so far been helpful in…

gcbuilder

25 January 2019

What is a reasonable Builder's Margin?

As the Building expert stated, builder margin is confidential to the builder, although it will be disclosed in variations, PC and PS items. Do not assume that the margin…

ddarroch

25 January 2019

Hot water systems? Is LPG an affordable option?

Yeah, I had heard there was legislation coming in banning electric HWS's. I think I'd also read some discussions about exempting HWS's connected to solar PV from this…

Mish018

24 January 2019

Building with Wisdom Homes

Yes we checked and the shadow line is Empire Oak. We had so many appointments that day including the kitchen - it’s all just one big blur now 😂

Janee

23 January 2019

GR Homes / Edgeworth Constructions into liquidation

Hi Amie & ZN, I’m new to this link. We were just informed 2 days ago that our builder Barbaro Homes went into liquidation. We were in complete shock and basically have…