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StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
16 March 2020

Engineering for build half-way over garage

Engineering for build half-way over garage

Hard work is waiting for you ahead bro...

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 16, 2020 2:04 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
ddarroch
ddarroch
16 March 2020

Please comment / review this floorplan! Need ideas

Please comment / review this floorplan! Need ideas

Hi firstdream, I have a few questions that really need to be answered, before anyone can really give you meaningful advice. 1. Where are you located? Local climate…

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ddarroch
Mar 16, 2020 1:49 am
Rhetti
Rhetti
15 March 2020

Clarendon Hawthorne 33 - Brisbane metro

Clarendon Hawthorne 33 - Brisbane metro

Following. Keen to see how this is progressing :-)

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Rhetti
Mar 15, 2020 8:52 pm
Rhetti
F-19
F-19
15 March 2020

Carlisle Canterbury 39

Carlisle Canterbury 39

so are we, can’t wait to follow everyone’s posts and ideas...

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F-19
Mar 15, 2020 7:49 pm
mercern
mercern
15 March 2020

REGENT HOMES - ADELAIDE

REGENT HOMES - ADELAIDE
SA

Hi, We ended up building with Regent Homes. We had actually gone a fair way down the path (selections) with Simmonds, until a mutual friend who used to work in the…

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mercern
Mar 15, 2020 5:56 am
BecW
BecW
14 March 2020

ADELAIDE- difficult block- builder recs

ADELAIDE- difficult block- builder recs

Thank you! Glad your build is going well. Will check them out!

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BecW
Mar 14, 2020 5:23 pm
westbourne
westbourne
13 March 2020

60 sqm granny flat fixed price

60 sqm granny flat fixed price
NSW

I am going to build a 60 sqm granny flat in my back yard, The builder sent me the tenders as below. 1st tender dated Aug. 2019 was $110,550 2nd tender dated Nov. 2019 was…

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westbourne
Mar 13, 2020 2:46 pm
kumar2015
kumar2015
13 March 2020

Build on a slope

Build on a slope

Thanks Oliver. Is it just because of landslide or any other factor to consider as a risk?

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kumar2015
Mar 13, 2020 7:51 am
thepa1nter
thepa1nter
13 March 2020

New house - Interior colors suggestion

New house - Interior colors suggestion

That's the typical ceiling color,also called Queensland builders white, it has a dash of black tint in it

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thepa1nter
Mar 13, 2020 5:53 am
thepa1nter
rjl
rjl
12 March 2020

Zaman Homes, builder review ViC

Zaman Homes, builder review ViC

Hi I'm currently in process of the building with them. I'm still in the early stages. Currently waiting on my custom floor plans from there draftsman. but so far they've…

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rjl
Mar 12, 2020 10:39 pm
DaniB
DaniB
12 March 2020

Concreter

Concreter

Hi all, We are a building a new house in south east Melbourne and need a driveway and path around the house. Looking for any recommendations? Thanks DB

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DaniB
Mar 12, 2020 8:40 pm
DaniB
DaniB
12 March 2020

Landscapers in south east Melbourne

Landscapers in south east Melbourne

Hi All, I am looking for landscapers for my new home in South East Melbourne. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thanks DB

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DaniB
Mar 12, 2020 8:33 pm
chippy
chippy
12 March 2020

"Volume Project Builders" Do they exist?

"Volume Project Builders" Do they exist?
QLD

I have no idea why all the eastern states builders use a square when describing house size. It's an old imperial measure. Last time I checked we used the metric system.…

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chippy
Mar 12, 2020 2:26 pm
chippy
Moromillas Radec
Moromillas Radec
12 March 2020

Feedback on this house diagram? Please

Feedback on this house diagram? Please
QLD
1, 2

Oh, alright, I'll make sure to ask Kitome and get a price tag with all the inclusions and what not. Thanks, Uni. Also wouldn't mind picking their brain as to how durable…

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Moromillas Radec
Mar 12, 2020 10:54 am
Moromillas Radec
nat000
nat000
12 March 2020

When do you pay for Post Contract Variations?

When do you pay for Post Contract Variations?
NSW
1, 2

Thanks Doozer Quote: any credit variation are adjusted at the final progress payment, that's how it is written in the contract. That's what I'm hoping for, the $10k will…

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nat000
Mar 12, 2020 10:17 am

Thanks Hart's for the advice. Would you suggest it would be worthwhile them replacing the suspect bricks? I'm just not sure how far I should go and what decision to…

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newontheblock
Mar 11, 2020 10:20 pm
Den45
Den45
11 March 2020

Double glaze windows with Low e glass

Double glaze windows with Low e glass

It is required as per energy report and we do have some west facing windows to some bedrooms as well.

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Den45
Mar 11, 2020 10:00 pm
InvincibleInDN
InvincibleInDN
11 March 2020

Pre existing fence and retaining issues

Pre existing fence and retaining issues

I think its the usage of "NO" in all caps. Other than that, I don't see anything wrong with your answer.

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InvincibleInDN
Mar 11, 2020 10:19 am
InvincibleInDN
TorquaySurfer
TorquaySurfer
10 March 2020

Hudson Ridge

Hudson Ridge
VIC

Anyone here built with Hudson Ridge in Victoria and care to share your experience?

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TorquaySurfer
Mar 10, 2020 8:12 pm
worldofmud
worldofmud
10 March 2020

Retaining wall / cut fill / council approval

Retaining wall / cut fill / council approval

Hi qldhome, No: Depending on site conditions and type of wall it may be preferable to excavate before, during or following excavation. Generally, if excavation is up…

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worldofmud
Mar 10, 2020 7:48 pm
vicman80
vicman80
10 March 2020

Infinity Estate - Plumpton, VIC

Infinity Estate - Plumpton, VIC
VIC
1 ... 11, 12, 13

hi all, those have built around melton, what is the site cost the builder had charged you?

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vicman80
Mar 10, 2020 3:50 pm
Threegirlsandahouse
Threegirlsandahouse
10 March 2020

Embark homes

Embark homes

Hi everyone Has anyone built with embark homes located at Loganholme?

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Threegirlsandahouse
Mar 10, 2020 12:22 pm
vicman80
vicman80
10 March 2020

Central property

Central property

Incase you didn't get my PM. My queries are : Where are you building? suburb? Which floor plan did you…

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vicman80
Mar 10, 2020 11:21 am
Moromillas Radec
Moromillas Radec
10 March 2020

What sort of consultant am I looking for? How to find them?

What sort of consultant am I looking for? How to find them?
QLD

Reading their blurbs on the website, it almost seems too good to be true. Have you built with them before? How much of my requirements do you think they would fit?

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Moromillas Radec
Mar 10, 2020 7:37 am
Moromillas Radec
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
9 March 2020

Hydraulics engineer question

Hydraulics engineer question
NSW

DA is planning applications Site plan, Elevations, floor plans BA is the building application requiring DA + Energy, Stormater, Engineering, Geotech, NCC compliance…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 09, 2020 2:41 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
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LauraF
Mar 09, 2020 11:16 am
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
9 March 2020

Selections Centre - Hickinbotham - SA

Selections Centre - Hickinbotham - SA

Biggest tip I can offer is to have a contingency of $30-$50k set aside for additional footings cost, depending on the size and location of the house you are hoping to…

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Bebbsy
Mar 09, 2020 9:20 am
Underthesky
Underthesky
9 March 2020

Building with SA Housing Centre

Building with SA Housing Centre

With Hinkinbotham/statesman/SA housing (they are all the same company) you need to add 60-100k to their base price to get a turnkey price. This includes everything in the…

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Underthesky
Mar 09, 2020 12:06 am
Hussain sahara
Hussain sahara
8 March 2020

Easycraft wall panels

Easycraft wall panels
VIC

Hi how did you go with sahara 40 build with Henley?

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Hussain sahara
Mar 08, 2020 6:42 pm
Hussain sahara
Saurabh
Saurabh
8 March 2020

Porter Davis Vermont 33

Porter Davis Vermont 33

so far its 50-50..... taking long time to start off.... and email responses are slow...

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Saurabh
Mar 08, 2020 12:40 pm
faykis
faykis
7 March 2020

Can A BAL 29 or BAL 40 windows be double glazed?

Can A BAL 29 or BAL 40 windows be double glazed?

Double glazing is not a one size fits all, it should really be optimised to suit the orientation of your building. low-E can keep heat out or keep heat in and different…

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faykis
Mar 07, 2020 1:18 pm
faykis
Norfolk
Norfolk
7 March 2020

Do I have a leg to stand on?

Do I have a leg to stand on?

Agreed, however the builder also has a legal obligation not to deliberately mislead. If they have done this to banditwandit it's likely to others as well. Such practices…

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Norfolk
Mar 07, 2020 7:04 am
Jazmalee
Jazmalee
6 March 2020

Bal29 and town water in nsw

Bal29 and town water in nsw

Hi we are building on 111 acres but we have town water. We have been given a bal 29 but have been told we need an additional 20000 litre tank to our one for the basix. Has…

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Jazmalee
Mar 06, 2020 5:32 pm
usds
usds
5 March 2020

Construction Cost for two units

Construction Cost for two units
VIC

Hi Thank you for sharing. Do you mind to tell which builder it is as I am looking for someone who can construct new house at the back of existing house in hopper crossing.

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usds
Mar 05, 2020 10:01 am
domwild
domwild
5 March 2020

Builders putting their rubbish on my empty block!VENT!

Builders putting their rubbish on my empty block!VENT!
VIC
1, 2

Found two small concrete segments so far from an old leach drain on this "new" building block. If there was a house before with a leach drain, then they simply used all…

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domwild
Mar 05, 2020 9:06 am
Fitzy4000
Fitzy4000
4 March 2020

PCI and Handover

PCI and Handover

Hi Everyone, I am building a house in QLD. My practical completion inspection is done. Supervisor and I have agreed on a defect list. I got a signed copy of it. I also…

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Fitzy4000
Mar 04, 2020 9:05 pm
Norfolk
Norfolk
2 March 2020

Rawson homes or Mcdonald Jones

Rawson homes or Mcdonald Jones
ACT
1, 2

kaycee what were the issues with the Rawson Homes build?

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Norfolk
Mar 02, 2020 8:06 pm
kaycee
kaycee
2 March 2020

Should we include everything in build cost, or do afterwards

Should we include everything in build cost, or do afterwards

I agree with the broker. Include as much as you can in the loan. If you still have enough money set aside bank this in the offset account. This lowers your interest…

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kaycee
Mar 02, 2020 7:15 pm
Deacon91
Deacon91
2 March 2020

New Build Extras Cost

New Build Extras Cost

I'm In WA maybe that effects pricing? Smart homes for living which is a branch of Ventura homes group

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Deacon91
Mar 02, 2020 3:49 pm
Zara99
Zara99
2 March 2020

Basic cost prices

Basic cost prices
NSW

My Partner and I are building the Noosa 23MK11 with a base of $175K ish, we have just finalised everything and we are just over $220k. Our Hamptons Facade is $9K so that…

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Zara99
Mar 02, 2020 11:29 am
l_vanslyke
l_vanslyke
2 March 2020

Bal40 Awning Windows

Bal40 Awning Windows
VIC

Hey Faykis, If the builder is supplying the windows and building approvals ect the windows will need to be compliant and should be sourced by the builder. Also, there…

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l_vanslyke
Mar 02, 2020 8:01 am
CF Design
CF Design
1 March 2020

Design suggestions

Design suggestions
NSW
1, 2

Just to pick up on "useless" 900mm (actually appears to be 1400mm in this case) Depending on the orientation, 900mm setbacks will allow all day natural light to North…

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CF Design
Mar 01, 2020 7:54 am
thangam
thangam
1 March 2020

LED strips in ceiling bulk head

LED strips in ceiling bulk head

Hi, I have walkway bulk head and in living area have ceiling bulk head looking nice good looking LED strips light into that.Any advise please share me picture as well. thanks.

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thangam
Mar 01, 2020 1:04 am
Ourfirsthomehy
Ourfirsthomehy
29 February 2020

External Air Conditioning Motor

External Air Conditioning Motor
NSW

Hi All, Just wanted some feedback on this topic. The noise levels generated by an air con unit cannot be more than 5 decibels plus the ambient noise. Has anyone find…

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Ourfirsthomehy
Feb 29, 2020 1:41 pm
Ourfirsthomehy
chekii
chekii
29 February 2020

NARROW LOT - SINGLE VS DOUBLE

NARROW LOT - SINGLE VS DOUBLE

We have just moved into 9.4 x 43. We built a single 3 x 2 plus study and it's only the two of us so it's enough. However if we had two teenage kids I would look at double…

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chekii
Feb 29, 2020 9:40 am

During our build there was an issue with this wall and water. Three years down the track and after the recent rain event in Sydney, this happened within days. My fear is…

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MrsJM
Feb 28, 2020 5:21 pm
MrsJM
barry157
barry157
28 February 2020

KDRB - Overhead Power to Pit Cost - JEMENA

KDRB - Overhead Power to Pit Cost - JEMENA

Yes, fairly reasonable. There was a forum post on another website where someone was quoted over $10. I paid $4400 3 years ago for a 16m run. The fact that there is…

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barry157
Feb 28, 2020 1:56 pm
HereForHelp
HereForHelp
28 February 2020

Trades in prior to final handover

Trades in prior to final handover
WA

Would an acceptable compromise be for you to pay for a couple of extra months for the builder's insurance policy on your block? Shouldn't be that much and all parties get…

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HereForHelp
Feb 28, 2020 10:51 am
t_holt86
t_holt86
28 February 2020

Homebuyers Centre - Jasper 17

Homebuyers Centre - Jasper 17

yeah, ours at the time only came with a 3 star ducted unit.

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t_holt86
Feb 28, 2020 10:34 am
t_holt86

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