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El Forgo
El Forgo
15 September

Show us your facade...

Show us your facade...
1 ... 5, 6, 7

I suspect I may have posted shaky 'phone-camera pics in this thread back when we built the house ... but now we're moving on to greener pastures and a professional guy…

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El Forgo
Sep 15, 2024 9:50 am
nickmaj
nickmaj
24 May

How often do you visit your site?

How often do you visit your site?
1 ... 35, 36, 37

100%, going too often removes the excitement. We are waiting for our gyprock to go in now after i did the pre-lining inspection this morning. I dont really want to see it…

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nickmaj
May 24, 2024 10:31 am
bpratt
bpratt
16 May

Things you forget - summary page 32

Things you forget - summary page 32
1 ... 60, 61, 62

Thank you. She had a pretty good life, and pleased I was able to keep her around for 23 years after Dad had passed. I had some friends set up this page, which really…

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bpratt
May 16, 2024 3:22 pm

Post Contract Variation for Site Works

Post Contract Variation for Site Works

Hi all! Building in metro Victoria, with a non-volume builder & apologies in advance for the long post. However, has anyone been subject to a Post Contract Variation…

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mptch
Nov 10, 2024 9:06 am

Hi All We're at the end of our build and they have just installed the Fujitsu Reverse Cycle Aircon. However I believe it is not installed correctly as there should be…

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Missdior
Nov 10, 2024 7:55 am
lormarg
lormarg
8 November

Slope volume builder

Slope volume builder

Hi, We are looking to Knock-down rebuild on a sloped block. Can't afford a custom build so looking for a volume builder. Any ideas?

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lormarg
Nov 08, 2024 8:12 pm
redfox
redfox
8 November

Site Drainage, responsibility?

Site Drainage, responsibility?
NSW
1, 2

You have terrible soil and site conditions. Waffle pods are used due to coatings with removal of soil and energy compliance standards Site drainage is the…

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redfox
Nov 08, 2024 5:35 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
8 November

Variation Days

Variation Days

Normally days are business days but include saturdays if your approval allows work on saturdays. Contracts normally include a definition so just double check to see if…

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Ashington Homes
Nov 08, 2024 4:50 pm
Ashington Homes
gommeqld
gommeqld
8 November

Longevity of external powder-coated "wood appearance" cladding?

Longevity of external powder-coated "wood appearance" cladding?

I'd be very wary of such a product. Aluminium can be prone to corrosion, powder coating will fail if not done perfectly and warranties mean nothing in most cases. Will the…

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gommeqld
Nov 08, 2024 12:06 pm
El Forgo
El Forgo
8 November

Beware of Champion Homes

Beware of Champion Homes

None! And I totally agree, it seems over the top, probably 4x what we paid, adjusted for ridiculous real inflation! But was it disclosed at the start? Because if not,…

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El Forgo
Nov 08, 2024 10:52 am
Newhomeaus
Newhomeaus
7 November

House slab questions

House slab questions

Thank you Simeon

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Newhomeaus
Nov 07, 2024 5:12 pm
Ameliajane1407
Ameliajane1407
7 November

Beacon Lighting 20% Discount

Beacon Lighting 20% Discount
NSW
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Hello, I’m hoping to also get your trade referral code ? Thank you Amelia

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Ameliajane1407
Nov 07, 2024 5:11 pm

Has anyone appointed their own surveyor for their build?

Has anyone appointed their own surveyor for their build?

I'm from ABC News looking into this and wondering if anyone has been able to do this and IF NOT what hurdles were put your way. Would love to chat if this is you please DM me.

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rachelclayton123
Nov 06, 2024 1:48 pm
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Ashington Homes
Nov 06, 2024 10:56 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
5 November

A new build we are starting - North Ryde

A new build we are starting - North Ryde

Thanks Mark. Yes our new designer is amazing! I will post some updates as it progresses Thanks again for your kind words Cheers Simeon

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Ashington Homes
Nov 05, 2024 12:11 pm
Ashington Homes
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Milkcoffee
Nov 04, 2024 8:32 pm
Milkcoffee
Milkcoffee
4 November

Building with MJH

Building with MJH
NSW

Thank you Simeon! Hope it works out well. Finger-crossed.

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Milkcoffee
Nov 04, 2024 8:09 pm
Sam_Se
Sam_Se
4 November

Facade Parapet Moulding

Facade Parapet Moulding
NSW

Hi paul, I am planning to do a similar changes to my facade, if you don’t mind could you please share the details where to buy the material and installer you use.…

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Sam_Se
Nov 04, 2024 7:38 pm
Dr_rock
Dr_rock
4 November

First time build: Custom narrow riverside home in WA

First time build: Custom narrow riverside home in WA
WA
1, 2

Thanks so much! The cladding is Nuline plus by BGC. I added this in as the options at Summit didn't have a classic weatherboard look. Glad I did, it looks really nice!

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Dr_rock
Nov 04, 2024 12:28 pm
suku18
suku18
4 November

Our Home Building Journey: in Canberra

Our Home Building Journey: in Canberra

Hello And Thanks for your wishes. We were able to achieve 7.1 stars without much changes. we were requested to upgrade the insulation of some walls and roofs. Other than…

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suku18
Nov 04, 2024 8:15 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
3 November

Building with Montgomery Homes

Building with Montgomery Homes
NSW
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Yes we do! We are currently doing one at the moment but rather then bearers and joist we are doing brick piers and a suspended slab. Some councils dont like slab or…

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Ashington Homes
Nov 03, 2024 7:57 pm
Ashington Homes

Hi Everyone Time for an update: It has been a good few weeks with the weather being favourable. Overall the build is going well. We are only around 1 week behind…

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Ashington Homes
Nov 03, 2024 7:53 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
3 November

2025 Rebuild Ideas for North-Facing Block with Wide Frontage Tapering to Rear

2025 Rebuild Ideas for North-Facing Block with Wide Frontage Tapering to Rear

Hi Jason, We have designed a couple of these on "Pizza" shaped lots with north to rear. If you PM me I can send you some plans to inspire you as you begin your journey…

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Ashington Homes
Nov 03, 2024 5:24 pm
Ashington Homes
tassiebound
tassiebound
3 November

Deposit before Quote??

Deposit before Quote??

Hi all I'm trying to get a shed built in Tasmania (painful experience!). We've gone through the planning and approval stages (more-or-less) but the company is now…

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tassiebound
Nov 03, 2024 4:31 pm
Huynhm3
Huynhm3
3 November

Suspend work of non payment of variation

Suspend work of non payment of variation

My building rep is an inspector , witness expert and a builder. The services that he is doing for me is helping me with my project and representing me when I need help…

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Huynhm3
Nov 03, 2024 6:43 am
Mattms
Mattms
1 November

IMSU homes

IMSU homes
NSW

Dont waste your time go built with Kaplan you have been warned. these mob will rip you off for sure.

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Mattms
Nov 01, 2024 10:09 pm
ngk
ngk
30 October

Prefab builders

Prefab builders

Hi all Can anyone recomend a affortable prefab / transportable home builders in victoria. im looking at getting approx 100sqm built 2/3 brm 1 liv 1 bath colourbond clad…

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ngk
Oct 30, 2024 10:08 am
Du131
Du131
29 October

Metricon Waterford 43/46 final cost

Metricon Waterford 43/46 final cost
QLD

Hi I’m thinking start a knock down rebuild with Metricon in QLD. I know there are a lot of people talking and very scary about add on cost and gonna be very different…

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Du131
Oct 29, 2024 8:51 am
janakw
janakw
28 October

Sandstock bricks

Sandstock bricks

Hi We're looking to build a double brick home and was looking at face bricks. Sandstock bricks in red are quite attractive to us but it seems they've been discontinued by…

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janakw
Oct 28, 2024 6:50 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
26 October

Timber frame, LvL stud walls

Timber frame, LvL stud walls
WA

To be honest I don't know. We get ours on a supply and installation package so I know how much per sqm we pay for framing but not the lineal rate. When I see my head…

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Ashington Homes
Oct 26, 2024 4:02 am
Ashington Homes
stefcep
stefcep
25 October

First build- OB - eave board first or hebel first

First build- OB - eave board first or hebel first

If the eaves are fixed first, the eaves line is about 250 mm below the top plate of wall frame. If the cladding ie hebel stops just under the eave line, then that means…

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stefcep
Oct 25, 2024 10:14 pm
rr99
rr99
25 October

Signature projects Box Hill - Any reviews ? ***

Signature projects Box Hill - Any reviews ? ***
NSW
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Sounds good. Anyone else building at Terry road with signature keen for the WhatsApp group?

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rr99
Oct 25, 2024 12:22 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
25 October

Exposed downpipes for new build in Perth WA

Exposed downpipes for new build in Perth WA

Most downpipes fitted in WA have been in contravention of the BCA and AS 3500.3 in that the downpipe exited from the side of the gutter because the gutter sat on the…

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SaveH2O
Oct 25, 2024 9:15 am
SaveH2O
Eng. B A
Eng. B A
24 October

Vapour Barrier Issues During Build

Vapour Barrier Issues During Build
VIC

Vapour barriers are required under habitable slabs to stop moisture absorption through the slab to inside. This is expected to be picked up by your certifier for building…

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Eng. B A
Oct 24, 2024 12:00 pm
RaZr
RaZr
21 October

Rose Design with Hudson Homes

Rose Design with Hudson Homes
NSW

Anyone built this plan before? Would be great to chat about it. Thank you.

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RaZr
Oct 21, 2024 8:02 pm
RaZr
Aus_settler
Aus_settler
21 October

New built in Austral 2179

New built in Austral 2179
NSW

Hi I am in process of buying land in Austral at sixth avenue and built a two story house. I need suggestions if anyone has built or planning to build. Is sixth avenue a…

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Aus_settler
Oct 21, 2024 5:24 pm
Angelo c
Angelo c
20 October

Experiences with Rivergum Homes.

Experiences with Rivergum Homes.
SA

Hi Kayne I am building with Rivergum at the moment. Do not build with them our experience has been horrific. 12 months and all i have is a timber frame and they have built…

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Angelo c
Oct 20, 2024 9:15 am
NativeZen
NativeZen
18 October

Change the way sliding door opens

Change the way sliding door opens

I've done this before. We called the window manufacturer and they sent someone to do it, took less than an hour and only cost a couple of hundred $.

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NativeZen
Oct 18, 2024 5:15 pm
NativeZen
zosie
zosie
18 October

Knock down and rebuild

Knock down and rebuild

Hi, we are knocking down to rebuild. Has anyone had any experience with Stylemaster homes in the last 1-2 years. Any feedback would be appreciated TIA

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zosie
Oct 18, 2024 3:31 pm
Footermo
Footermo
18 October

Council Bond

Council Bond

Does anyone have experience getting a bond back from council after a home construction? I have already paid to repair footpaths which were cut by a gas company to get…

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Footermo
Oct 18, 2024 3:27 pm
Footermo
arrogant_menace
arrogant_menace
18 October

Home Building Blogs

Home Building Blogs
1 ... 75, 76, 77

Starting our journey with Metricon. Ella 20. https://ella20bayside.blogspot.com/2024 ... -play.html

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arrogant_menace
Oct 17, 2024 11:36 pm
Pigeonpair
Pigeonpair
18 October

Stacker doors protrude 120ml beyond the slab.

Stacker doors protrude 120ml beyond the slab.

Hi Lukey, We are going to have this same issue! Did you come up with a good solution? We haven't built yet, so might be able to change it

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Pigeonpair
Oct 17, 2024 11:18 pm
Vanessa Knowles
Vanessa Knowles
17 October

Post #2

Post #2

What do you think of the brickwork on my new house?

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Vanessa Knowles
Oct 17, 2024 10:53 pm

Hi all, I'm hoping someone might be able to point me in the right direction. We were hoping to have our dining and lounge room open out onto our alfresco using 3 doors of…

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Pigeonpair
Oct 17, 2024 10:45 pm
Kayub
Kayub
17 October

Metro Homes NSW

Metro Homes NSW

I wish I had seen this post sooner. I too would never recommend these guys to anyone. Just AVOID!! I signed an off the plan house and land contract with this company 2…

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Kayub
Oct 17, 2024 4:25 pm
Callifo
Callifo
17 October

Building with Fairmont footings cost blowout

Building with Fairmont footings cost blowout
SA

The salesman assumed he could just lay your carpet straight on the soil. After you signed the contract the engineer decided that wasnt sufficient and priced you in an actual slab :D

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Callifo
Oct 17, 2024 7:42 am
pusing
pusing
16 October

Building with SJD Homes in 2020 - Charleston 310 customised

Building with SJD Homes in 2020 - Charleston 310 customised
VIC
1, 2

Hi @murtaza.sh, Thanks for sharing your new home built journey. I am thinking to do a similar built as yours. May I know where did you purchase Brandford Anticon Blanket…

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pusing
Oct 16, 2024 2:55 pm
summithunter1
summithunter1
15 October

Recessed Skill - Internal Flooring to Alfresco Tiling

Recessed Skill - Internal Flooring to Alfresco Tiling
VIC

Hi All, We have opted for a recessed sill to our sliding doors which connects our Living room to Alfresco. Living room has timber flooring and will be flushed with…

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summithunter1
Oct 15, 2024 10:38 am
Prats09
Prats09
14 October

Electrical Wiring undercoft

Electrical Wiring undercoft
QLD

Hi There, Just looking for some advice on electrical standards/qbcc std for running electrical wires undercroft. We are building a house on stumps on upward sloping…

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Prats09
Oct 14, 2024 9:35 pm
canehopper
canehopper
14 October

Owners Termination Right Special Condition

Owners Termination Right Special Condition

Hi all, thank you for this interesting topic. I have a question. What does this above, actually mean. Does the builder provide certificates on what they build? and if so…

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canehopper
Oct 14, 2024 7:56 pm

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