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IamSAM
IamSAM
15 August 2018

When a Granny Flat is not a Granny Flat

When a Granny Flat is not a Granny Flat
NSW

Intergrated Granny - looks like a product for built for AirBnB.

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IamSAM
Aug 15, 2018 4:04 pm
IamSAM
Huggies
Huggies
15 August 2018

Montgomery Homes - Upslope Block

Montgomery Homes - Upslope Block
NSW

Hi, I guess you have finished your build with Montgomery. How do you find them? Are you happy with the final product? Would you build with them again?

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Huggies
Aug 15, 2018 12:23 am
BB87
BB87
14 August 2018

Has anyone built with Hotondo?

Has anyone built with Hotondo?
NSW
1, 2, 3

Hi Happy Flower. I’m also having the same problemZ said they don’t do base prices as that’s never the cost of the build?! How am I suppose to compare if I don’t…

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BB87
Aug 14, 2018 9:03 pm
thepeachyave
thepeachyave
13 August 2018

Custom Home Build in Woodlea Estate

Custom Home Build in Woodlea Estate
VIC

Hi everyone I've just started my blog about my new custom home build in Woodlea. If you have any questions feel free to leave me a comment and I'd be happy to help :)

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thepeachyave
Aug 13, 2018 11:01 pm
Mish018
Mish018
13 August 2018

Building with Wisdom Homes

Building with Wisdom Homes
NSW

Hi Bobby1. Yes it is Cameron R! It’s good to know we have a great SS. We have our first site visit Wednesday and looking forward to meeting him. We are only early in…

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Mish018
Aug 13, 2018 10:56 pm
Dily
Dily
13 August 2018

GJ Gardner Springfield - Seeking Reviews

GJ Gardner Springfield - Seeking Reviews
QLD

Hi everyone, I have secured a lot in Springfield Rise at Spring Mountain- Highlands stage 2, and now been doing some research on builders, finding it very exciting but…

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Dily
Aug 13, 2018 9:09 pm
J278
J278
13 August 2018

NEW BUILD - HGWA SOUTHPORT

NEW BUILD - HGWA SOUTHPORT
WA
1 ... 4, 5, 6

And we are IN!!! loving our new home still alot to do!

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J278
Aug 13, 2018 8:11 pm
J278
ethan870
ethan870
13 August 2018

Coral Homes Noosa 23 MK11 in SEQ - Week 7

Coral Homes Noosa 23 MK11 in SEQ - Week 7
QLD
1 ... 7, 8, 9

Nice color. do you mind sharing the upgrades cost of the polar white silk for the kitchen ? thanks

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ethan870
Aug 13, 2018 11:02 am
brokenstick
brokenstick
13 August 2018

First steps?

First steps?
VIC

I found it varies from builder to builder, and I guess depends on the sales person you get. Some will give a lot of information and pricing of options before you pay…

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brokenstick
Aug 13, 2018 10:23 am
brokenstick
dany
dany
12 August 2018

Our Metricon Liberty 45 (Verve) Sydney

Our Metricon Liberty 45 (Verve) Sydney
NSW
1 ... 8, 9, 10

Hi , we are still in the documentation phase . we had signed in January and there is no sign of hitting the ground . Every single day there is just frustrating emails…

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dany
Aug 12, 2018 8:46 pm
dany
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
12 August 2018

Pipework through brick veneer cavity - breach of code

Pipework through brick veneer cavity - breach of code
VIC

Hi jazzaddict Thanks for the photos , it does look like they taped up the penetrations in the Weather Barrier Also I noticed the barrier on your other posts it looks…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 12, 2018 11:29 am
StructuralBIMGuy
kks
kks
11 August 2018

Re: building wrap install issues

Re: building wrap install issues
VIC

See this from Hardies. Also consider warranty issue. http://www.jameshardie.com.au/uploads/f ... 4%20v2.pdf

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kks
Aug 11, 2018 10:49 pm
Mike003
Mike003
11 August 2018

Building Agar 26 with Metricon, Melb SE suburb

Building Agar 26 with Metricon, Melb SE suburb
VIC
1, 2

Hi we Do like the house design , does 14x28 square metre block ideal for this house ? Thanks Mike

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Mike003
Aug 11, 2018 6:16 pm
dsnewhome
dsnewhome
11 August 2018

Tender appointments

Tender appointments

Ok thanks heaps

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dsnewhome
Aug 11, 2018 4:41 pm

I've missed a few updates along the way - life's been busy with house and impending baby stuff, so get ready for a big photographic leap. We completed our defects…

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GoodeOne
Aug 11, 2018 2:50 pm
GoodeOne
4321PlantationTriniT
4321PlantationTriniT
11 August 2018

Building Plantation Trinity Lux Q1 @ Oxley - Brisbane

Building Plantation Trinity Lux Q1 @ Oxley - Brisbane
QLD
1, 2, 3

Hi vikushivu, any update to share with us? Thank you.

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4321PlantationTriniT
Aug 11, 2018 1:55 pm
4321PlantationTriniT
Jo F
Jo F
11 August 2018

Longreach 33 northern rivers NSW

Longreach 33 northern rivers NSW
NSW

Long wait but getting very excited.... after 15 months our land is finally registered in July and we can now start building.... waiting on contract to come through with…

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Jo F
Aug 11, 2018 11:35 am
Dee1980
Dee1980
10 August 2018

House rear facing west

House rear facing west

Will also have a fan installed in the alfresco and upstairs in the main bedroom to move the air down . Hopefully this will also ensure i have a comfortable house…

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Dee1980
Aug 10, 2018 2:23 pm
dsnewhome
dsnewhome
10 August 2018

Henley - colour selection/tender documents

Henley - colour selection/tender documents

Love it! We wanted to but we can’t as it doesn’t fit on our block. Good luck with your build! 😊

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dsnewhome
Aug 10, 2018 7:20 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
10 August 2018

Dincel Type or Besser Block Walls..footings not wide enough?

Dincel Type or Besser Block Walls..footings not wide enough?
NSW

Cold joints , expansion joints, control joints, Waterproof joints, articulation joints, thermal joints... any joints must be properly designed and engineered This has been…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 10, 2018 6:54 am
StructuralBIMGuy
blackcat20
blackcat20
9 August 2018

BASIX Requirements / Hinged aluminium safety door

BASIX Requirements / Hinged aluminium safety door
NSW

I assume its related to burn-through time, but ours is "bal12.5 rated".

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blackcat20
Aug 09, 2018 2:38 pm
blackcat20
tpham001
tpham001
9 August 2018

Help finding a project manager

Help finding a project manager
VIC

Hi, I am considering Owner Building my dream home in Essendon and am looking at getting a project manager to help with the build. I've searched this site for information…

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tpham001
Aug 09, 2018 12:38 pm
1Persimmon
1Persimmon
8 August 2018

Raising the height of the home in a new build

Raising the height of the home in a new build

After the pros and cons to raising a house by increasing the compacted platform by bringing in fill as oppose to increasing the concrete slab height? Currently have…

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1Persimmon
Aug 08, 2018 8:15 pm
1Persimmon
building-expert
building-expert
8 August 2018

Building levels vs ground levels

Building levels vs ground levels
NSW

the following is from NCC 2015 (b) Slab­on­ground — finished slab…

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building-expert
Aug 08, 2018 5:16 pm
building-expert
WaldorfMM
WaldorfMM
8 August 2018

Porter Davis Waldorf

Porter Davis Waldorf
VIC

I joined the Facebook forum and haven’t been updating here. Have posted photos. Hope your build is going well

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WaldorfMM
Aug 08, 2018 12:12 pm
329
329
7 August 2018

Oracle Platinum Stirling 329

Oracle Platinum Stirling 329
QLD

Yes we have built that house

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329
Aug 07, 2018 9:36 pm
regmiboyer
regmiboyer
7 August 2018

Bardia Small land size -8x30sqm smart living

Bardia Small land size -8x30sqm smart living
NSW

Hi Guys, I have a query and need a seconHi Guys, I have a…

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regmiboyer
Aug 07, 2018 1:07 pm
regmiboyer
regmiboyer
7 August 2018

Bardia small lot?

Bardia small lot?
NSW

Hi Guys, I have a query and need a second opinion. Mine is a small lot(8m width). My builder took more than 3 months to finalise the design,…

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regmiboyer
Aug 07, 2018 1:07 pm
Ynnie
Ynnie
7 August 2018

Measurement of Land / What to inspect before settlement

Measurement of Land / What to inspect before settlement

Our land has titled and settlement will be 2 weeks from now. My husband measured our land and it does not look correct as per our Certificate of Title. Did anyone here…

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758
Ynnie
Aug 07, 2018 12:46 pm
djblurr
djblurr
7 August 2018

Porter Davis Electrical and outsourcing!!??

Porter Davis Electrical and outsourcing!!??
QLD

Hi guys, We aren't quite at the world of style stage yet but expect to in the next 2 months or so. I'm hearing a lot of murmurs that the PD electrical is quite expensive…

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1951
djblurr
Aug 07, 2018 11:46 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
7 August 2018

Lifesize Plans - Anyone used them?

Lifesize Plans - Anyone used them?

Cooky My costs of $1500/m2 are for 4 x 2 bedroom 2S Units, includes 8 half bathrooms and 4 kitchens. I have a contingency of 10% for upgrades and have preliminary design,…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 07, 2018 7:54 am
StructuralBIMGuy
vannpaul
vannpaul
7 August 2018

Building Clarendon Sheridan 34 with Rumpus and Alfresco in K

Building Clarendon Sheridan 34 with Rumpus and Alfresco in K
NSW

welcome, we are also building a Sheridan 34 out at Highgrove.

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vannpaul
Aug 07, 2018 12:01 am
Monkey55
Monkey55
6 August 2018

Eden Estate Two Wells SA

Eden Estate Two Wells SA
SA
1, 2

Thats what I thought too. The stage two civil works are all done, so not sure why its still blocked off. Maybe its easier then blocking off the two roads that branch…

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Monkey55
Aug 06, 2018 2:04 pm
Doulton777
Doulton777
5 August 2018

Anyone building the Claremont?

Anyone building the Claremont?
VIC

Anyone building the Claremont? My daughter is building one soon. Would mind seeing someone else’s build? viewtopic.php?t=86597

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Doulton777
Aug 05, 2018 11:19 pm
Doulton777
nicolawhitelaw
nicolawhitelaw
5 August 2018

Perry Homes @ Cliftleigh Meadows - WERE IN

Perry Homes @ Cliftleigh Meadows - WERE IN
NSW
1 ... 28, 29, 30

Yes it is, and was going so well it’s just a shame we had someone incompetent take over. I’m glad they have hired some after sales staff and are trying to fix issues…

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nicolawhitelaw
Aug 05, 2018 9:01 pm
nicolawhitelaw
sweetswisssteel
sweetswisssteel
5 August 2018

P class soil

P class soil

With the level 1 compaction certificate, you shouldn't need piering but if you do, it will only be to depth of adequate bearing capacity, or for pools, trees or sewer…

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sweetswisssteel
Aug 05, 2018 3:17 pm
Jonh John
Jonh John
5 August 2018

Squeaking floor

Squeaking floor
NSW

Has the squeaky been fixed? Stopped 100%? I probably have the same issue, different builder

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Jonh John
Aug 05, 2018 12:21 pm
1sttimer_stoneridge
1sttimer_stoneridge
5 August 2018

Building with Homes by CMA - Ascot 260

Building with Homes by CMA - Ascot 260
QLD
1 ... 13, 14, 15

We are fast approaching out 12 month mark! Super exciting. But that also means it’s time to get the builders back through for the post handover inspection. For piece of…

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1sttimer_stoneridge
Aug 05, 2018 10:20 am
1sttimer_stoneridge
BA2310
BA2310
4 August 2018

Renwick/Mittagong

Renwick/Mittagong
NSW

not to worry.. ours is yet to be registered... we too could be building with MJH... Hope council picks up there act

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BA2310
Aug 04, 2018 12:02 pm
ElEnquirer
ElEnquirer
4 August 2018

Building a new house on a fixed budget

Building a new house on a fixed budget
NSW

Thank you Mr Sausage for your thoughtful reply. It's better to get the harsh facts upfront than being sorry later. Much appreciated.

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ElEnquirer
Aug 04, 2018 10:53 am

Fencing done and dusted! Front half of the side fence is colorbond Monument to match the gutters and roof, second half is ARC banksia mesh so we can see the basin from our…

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aphsta
Aug 03, 2018 6:31 pm
Venusta
Venusta
2 August 2018

End of financial year promotions vs the latest promotions !

End of financial year promotions vs the latest promotions !
NSW

Anyone else encountered the latest promotions a better deal than what was offered before end of financial year ? I am only at tender stage and about to hit up my builder…

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Venusta
Aug 02, 2018 5:39 pm
Small Minds
Small Minds
2 August 2018

Building a New Home. What You Must Know.

Building a New Home. What You Must Know.
VIC

Dear All, For the knowledge of all I have put together the following information to assist you all in placing weight or reliance on the builders employees…

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Small Minds
Aug 02, 2018 4:43 pm

You might be reading this review coz you’ve made up your mind to custom build your dream house and want a good quality,…

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223552
Aug 02, 2018 2:21 pm
MelissaBella
MelissaBella
1 August 2018

Formica Gloss vs Laminex Diamond Gloss

Formica Gloss vs Laminex Diamond Gloss

Fabulous thanks for your help!

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MelissaBella
Aug 01, 2018 9:40 pm
dulie
dulie
1 August 2018

Bldg w Metricon QLD - Shocking experience, shld I pull out?

Bldg w Metricon QLD - Shocking experience, shld I pull out?

That's it! Just try relax and enjoy the journey. Don't get too worked up over small things or you'll lose your mind!!!

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dulie
Aug 01, 2018 9:13 pm
dulie
cloudcoach
cloudcoach
1 August 2018

site cleaning charge before build commence

site cleaning charge before build commence

Thank you so much balckcat20 and so sorry for replying this late. I thought to reply after getting back from my builder. After I mentioned that the mix fill should be…

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cloudcoach
Aug 01, 2018 4:00 pm
kks
kks
1 August 2018

Tender Process - What you wish you had done

Tender Process - What you wish you had done

Not so much wished I had done but more "glad I developed an understanding" relative to the role of the saes process of the project builder. Reading Seek confirms the…

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kks
Aug 01, 2018 12:23 pm
icat2000
icat2000
1 August 2018

Which builder you would reccomend in West Melbourne

Which builder you would reccomend in West Melbourne
VIC

Yes I travel by train. Takes just over an hour on the train. Vline service. Those land prices are ridiculous.

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icat2000
Aug 01, 2018 11:10 am
icat2000

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