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alexp79
alexp79
8 May 2020

Heat Loss Issue Through Exhaust Fans / Kitchen Rangehood

Heat Loss Issue Through Exhaust Fans / Kitchen Rangehood
VIC

Correct, ERV implies that rangehood exhaust is not needed/required, they generally use they own fans for kitchens.

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alexp79
May 08, 2020 12:41 am
build2020
build2020
7 May 2020

Theatre room

Theatre room
VIC

Great, thanks for clarifying.

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build2020
May 07, 2020 10:00 pm
Pulse
Pulse
7 May 2020

Eaves of house within zero lot easement

Eaves of house within zero lot easement

Isn’t the purpose to allow each owner to build on the real boundary while still being 900mm from the easement boundary hence it can be a complying development as it…

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Pulse
May 07, 2020 9:35 pm
nujee
nujee
7 May 2020

Coral Homes / Milan 24 / South Brisbane - First build

Coral Homes / Milan 24 / South Brisbane - First build
QLD
1, 2, 3

Hi all. Great informative post. We are looking to build the Baltimore 38 with Coral so this post has been great in terms of getting an idea of costs. We're already over…

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nujee
May 07, 2020 3:02 pm
Brett0004
Brett0004
7 May 2020

Bathroom and Laundry Extraction Fans - suggestions

Bathroom and Laundry Extraction Fans - suggestions

As an electrician I would also keep it simple. Stick to a standarised size so it can be swapped out easily. Remember that these just plug in to a plug base so are swapped…

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Brett0004
May 07, 2020 11:47 am
TheoMon
TheoMon
6 May 2020

Greenvale Central stage 1

Greenvale Central stage 1
VIC
1 ... 7, 8, 9

Hey there. Your builder will be able to get in touch with them our build has started, Jayland grouo are the developer i believe if that helps at all.

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TheoMon
May 06, 2020 8:59 pm
njasra.90
njasra.90
6 May 2020

Greenvale Central

Greenvale Central
VIC

Hi Guys I have bought a titled lot in greenvale central. Sorry I am not aware of the background on how long it took to title. Is there any reason houses have not started…

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njasra.90
May 06, 2020 8:53 pm
Blacktea2sugars
Blacktea2sugars
6 May 2020

Thomas Archer - Advice

Thomas Archer - Advice
VIC

great news. I'm really looking forward to watching your journey, cannot wait to see that wine room! ::party::

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Blacktea2sugars
May 06, 2020 7:28 pm
Blacktea2sugars
Norfolk
Norfolk
6 May 2020

Variations dilemma

Variations dilemma
VIC

hejazs Thanks for your appreciation. Knowledge is power! I believe the 'further advice' that I found may be quite similar to the guidance about this situation provided by…

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Norfolk
May 06, 2020 4:58 pm

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ECOECO
May 06, 2020 2:11 pm
ECOECO
DreadedDr
DreadedDr
6 May 2020

Which Solar Package to Choose?

Which Solar Package to Choose?

Thanks for your very thorough reply!! I am sure it will be helpful to anyone else who stumbles over this thread. Hopefully you are out of quarantine now :) We have…

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DreadedDr
May 06, 2020 12:00 pm
gogo65
gogo65
5 May 2020

Does having roller blinds help with BASIX!

Does having roller blinds help with BASIX!

No, internal blinds will not change your basix/nathers Score at all.

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gogo65
May 05, 2020 9:51 pm
gogo65
Rocksymusak
Rocksymusak
5 May 2020

Building with Henley

Building with Henley

Following, same boat!

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Rocksymusak
May 05, 2020 9:47 pm
lachlan waters
lachlan waters
5 May 2020

Masterton Homes - The new thread 2.0

Masterton Homes - The new thread 2.0
NSW
1 ... 123, 124, 125

they took 8 months to plan my masterton home and they charged me 5 months for going over the 3 months. they took more then 16months to build worst decision ever to build…

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lachlan waters
May 05, 2020 8:42 pm
supersleuth
supersleuth
5 May 2020

Issues with pool setback from building line

Issues with pool setback from building line

Our pool is 450mm from our house (construction of both almost complete) and apart from a few extra piers and a footing along outside of pool (to support post for house…

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supersleuth
May 05, 2020 2:32 pm
amilelka
amilelka
5 May 2020

Building double storey in Perth

Building double storey in Perth

Perceptions and Summit are the better 2 from the ones you have listed.

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amilelka
May 05, 2020 1:19 pm
building-expert
building-expert
5 May 2020

Applying for a planning permit on my own

Applying for a planning permit on my own

I was making distinction between your planning consultant and town planner at the council.

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building-expert
May 05, 2020 12:39 pm
building-expert
Norfolk
Norfolk
5 May 2020

Should I buy extra downlights?

Should I buy extra downlights?
NSW

Most quality residential specification LED down lights are rated to last 30,000 hours before their light output diminishes to 70% (L70) of what is was when they are new.…

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Norfolk
May 05, 2020 12:10 pm
average_joe
average_joe
5 May 2020

Coral Homes - Expected upgrade costs for colours variations

Coral Homes - Expected upgrade costs for colours variations

Thought I'd jump in here.. I hope it's not too late for you. I'm building with Coral Homes in the Hunter Valley and I did my colour appointment just recently. I had…

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average_joe
May 05, 2020 10:45 am
average_joe
build2020
build2020
4 May 2020

Mud Room Yay or Nay?

Mud Room Yay or Nay?
VIC

At the moment we have about 2.2metres allocated to it. That's what I was thinking, a dumping ground where things are kept in some sort of orderly fashion!

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build2020
May 04, 2020 9:43 pm
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
4 May 2020

Help deciding on floor plan

Help deciding on floor plan
QLD

Yes, I get that and fully understand, however with limited space in smaller bedrooms it’s often a practical solution. In our situation, although our bedrooms…

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Bebbsy
May 04, 2020 4:06 pm
worldofmud
worldofmud
4 May 2020

Who certifies the build?

Who certifies the build?
QLD

If you have had to get a seperate Geotech report it’s normally the Geotech who provides certification of the ground conditions for footings. If no Geotech was required…

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worldofmud
May 04, 2020 12:50 pm

Hello, I recently had my house demolished and while the house was demolished, and the majority of the rubble removed, when I inspected the site afterwards I noticed that…

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kingjjj
May 03, 2020 7:55 pm
Norfolk
Norfolk
3 May 2020

Grout issue Montgomery Homes and Tile Direct

Grout issue Montgomery Homes and Tile Direct

Regarding negative reviews, don’t be concerned about any restraining contract clauses, or other attempts at censorship by builders, as in 2018 the ACCC has cleared the…

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Norfolk
May 03, 2020 12:21 pm
barnes
barnes
3 May 2020

Engineers report

Engineers report
SA

The funny thing is that it all finished pretty good. After the build was completed I have even received 5,5 k credit from the builder for the footings. You never know the…

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barnes
May 03, 2020 10:00 am
alexp79
alexp79
2 May 2020

Cross checking with an estimator

Cross checking with an estimator

Firstly, getting BIM data out of the model is a relatively easy thing, but first an accurate model has to be built, so someone need to be qualified enough to build…

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alexp79
May 02, 2020 12:13 pm
edskii
edskii
2 May 2020

Retaining wall - maintenance query

Retaining wall - maintenance query

Just thinking out loud here but being 600 high means that you wouldn't need council approval but probably best to talk to your neighbour because whatever you put there…

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edskii
May 02, 2020 11:47 am
ddarroch
ddarroch
2 May 2020

Window coverings

Window coverings

For Melbourne I'd want something that is highly insulating, as windows lose a lot of heat in winter (& gain heat in summer). So for living areas & bedrooms I'd be looking…

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ddarroch
May 02, 2020 10:22 am
building-expert
building-expert
2 May 2020

Building Contract Expert Review

Building Contract Expert Review

It does not make sense of what you are saying. By definition building expert will know unless you are asking expert in Chinese medicine to review your contract. Even if…

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building-expert
May 02, 2020 10:08 am
building-expert
ddarroch
ddarroch
2 May 2020

Suggestions for placement of water tank

Suggestions for placement of water tank

I'm no expert. But there are shorter tanks. To maybe you could have one, under window height, that runs from the main bathroom, towards bed 3? Or is that a laundry…

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ddarroch
May 02, 2020 7:43 am
alexp79
alexp79
1 May 2020

Front Door Height with 2700 ceilings

Front Door Height with 2700 ceilings

Internal doors - you really do not need high internal doors, they need to be relatively lightweight and easy to open and also look proportional unless you make them all…

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alexp79
May 01, 2020 5:05 pm
CF Design
CF Design
1 May 2020

Recessed bathroom floors on the upper level

Recessed bathroom floors on the upper level

Honestly, it probably an easier and better finish in the end just to do this. Trying to convince the builder how to build won't end well. Their reasoning isn't perfect…

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CF Design
May 01, 2020 4:58 pm
Amand05
Amand05
1 May 2020

Metro Property Development SA

Metro Property Development SA
SA
1, 2

Hello, my experience was pretty bad with metro. Sales people are lovely but after sales is terrible. They will try and get out of fixing where possible, so take your…

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Amand05
May 01, 2020 11:38 am
idev
idev
30 April 2020

New home - Brick choice

New home - Brick choice

Hi there, currently in the process of planning permit for townhouse. Need to choose the type of brick. Bricks on the ground floor. Rendering on first floor - grey tone. We…

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idev
Apr 30, 2020 9:59 pm
chokyulate
chokyulate
30 April 2020

Wisdom Homes Aspiration 31 @ Willowdale

Wisdom Homes Aspiration 31 @ Willowdale
NSW
1, 2

who built your neighbor? same wisdom homes?

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chokyulate
Apr 30, 2020 2:10 pm
DreadedDr
DreadedDr
30 April 2020

Anyone have experience with Go Homes in WA?

Anyone have experience with Go Homes in WA?
WA

Thanks - Good to know. About to pay deposit in a few hours.

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DreadedDr
Apr 30, 2020 12:25 pm
1234567
1234567
30 April 2020

Feedback on Romeo Homes

Feedback on Romeo Homes

Hi there, Wondering if anyone has any feedback or experience with Romeo Homes? They are part of the Concord Building Group. Thanks in advance.

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1234567
Apr 30, 2020 12:10 pm
annie88
annie88
30 April 2020

Site costs

Site costs
QLD
1, 2

I have asked and builder wants to with as per engineer's design so no additional piers. I was told they will slope the earth away from the slab.. Thank you for your advice

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annie88
Apr 30, 2020 9:38 am

hi There, I’ve attached some of the recent work completed by NAWKAW QLD, hope this helps.

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Dillontucker
Apr 29, 2020 9:52 pm
ghstrida
ghstrida
29 April 2020

Preconstruction Changes

Preconstruction Changes

Thanks for the heads up. Will let you know how I go with this :)

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ghstrida
Apr 29, 2020 8:25 am
KameGame
KameGame
28 April 2020

Site Clean before Construction Start

Site Clean before Construction Start

I think $500 is a good price for it.

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KameGame
Apr 28, 2020 9:42 pm
lkb
lkb
28 April 2020

Bricks

Bricks

Good to know, thanks for the advice!

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lkb
Apr 28, 2020 8:49 pm
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
27 April 2020

Recommendation to buy furnitures and white-goods

Recommendation to buy furnitures and white-goods

If you’re on Facebook, then check out Marketplace, it’s surprising how much good quality furniture people sell, in brand new or almost new condition, and for a lot…

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Bebbsy
Apr 27, 2020 11:14 pm
FHObuild
FHObuild
27 April 2020

Has anybody built with Monster Homes?

Has anybody built with Monster Homes?
QLD

Thanks guys for the reply. I will continue researching. Any recommendations welcome. :)

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FHObuild
Apr 27, 2020 12:25 pm
le tueur
le tueur
27 April 2020

Duplex build questions

Duplex build questions
NSW

I'm thinking the only way to profit from the knock down rebuild duplex is only worth it if the land can't be divided without knocking down the house. Doing some figures I…

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le tueur
Apr 27, 2020 11:13 am
Pulse
Pulse
27 April 2020

Concrete interior walls

Concrete interior walls
VIC

look up cemintel territory quarry urban grey It gives you the look you want in a cement sheet

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Pulse
Apr 27, 2020 2:19 am
alexp79
alexp79
27 April 2020

Building a new house...

Building a new house...

A good colour consultant/designer?

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alexp79
Apr 27, 2020 12:21 am
Jtwofoureight
Jtwofoureight
26 April 2020

For those who have built with Eden Brae - your help please!

For those who have built with Eden Brae - your help please!

Hi All, I’ve just recently purchased an Eden Brae property (2 years old) and whilst the finishes are amazing, there are a few things I would like to change. My home is a…

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Jtwofoureight
Apr 26, 2020 6:58 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
26 April 2020

Super Demolition

Super Demolition

Knowing which state you are in would help. Stewie

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Stewie D
Apr 26, 2020 5:33 pm

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