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smountany
Aug 24, 2019 8:46 am
gillybean
gillybean
23 August 2019

Land with slope.

Land with slope.

Can elevate we the land easily lifted over 1.3m tell them you want what was we asked for probably around $67k elevated easily done too. Good luck

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gillybean
Aug 23, 2019 11:37 pm
gillybean
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MrSingh
Aug 23, 2019 3:29 pm
Forg
Forg
23 August 2019

Custom Home Builders

Custom Home Builders
NSW

I'm also in Sydney, and having just looked back at the contract (house finished 3yrs ago), our project build was about the $2000sqm mark … it's…

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Forg
Aug 23, 2019 1:04 pm
Joelleg6
Joelleg6
23 August 2019

Cascade Q1 - Henley Homes with Mods

Cascade Q1 - Henley Homes with Mods
VIC
1 ... 7, 8, 9

Hi Can you please tell me what colour your rendering is?

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Joelleg6
Aug 23, 2019 11:48 am
Joelleg6
effie
effie
23 August 2019

Modified Bahama 50

Modified Bahama 50
QLD
1 ... 15, 16, 17

Thank you for sharing. We are looking at this home too!

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effie
Aug 23, 2019 10:15 am
IamSAM
IamSAM
23 August 2019

likelyhood of getting Certificate of Occupancy in 12 months?

likelyhood of getting Certificate of Occupancy in 12 months?

For the FHOG - can you get an approval that the clock starts only when you obtain approval to build in the Conservation zone. That should be a realistic argument as you…

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IamSAM
Aug 23, 2019 9:38 am
IamSAM
DaniB
DaniB
22 August 2019

Henley builders

Henley builders

Hi everyone, has anyone built with Henley? Please share your experience as we are not having a good experience with them so far.

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DaniB
Aug 22, 2019 8:05 pm
CrazySmith
CrazySmith
22 August 2019

What are these GPO and smart light switch? ----installed !!!

What are these GPO and smart light switch? ----installed !!!

was impressed by this video. Will do the same using this smart light switch

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CrazySmith
Aug 22, 2019 3:33 pm
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
21 August 2019

Cornice Choice

Cornice Choice

Probably depends on which state your in, in WA it's around $8lm additional, it's not the cornice it's the labour to install it, plasterboard contractors charge more…

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Doozer1905
Aug 21, 2019 10:29 pm
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
21 August 2019

Private Building inspector

Private Building inspector

Hi All, Make sure you do your research when it comes to choosing an independent building consultant/inspector. I see Darbecca comes up a lot on this site but the Owner of…

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Bebbsy
Aug 21, 2019 9:23 pm
malypetu
malypetu
21 August 2019

Any Recommendations for a Knockdown Company?

Any Recommendations for a Knockdown Company?
NSW

Thanks, I really appreciate your comments as are loaded with tips and guidance

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malypetu
Aug 21, 2019 5:05 pm
Melbournevic
Melbournevic
21 August 2019

Balcony - with or without roof?

Balcony - with or without roof?

Thank you. We are now thinking to include the roof in the balcony, and yes will make it look better. Also even if we don't use it often, I think it will prevent to…

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Melbournevic
Aug 21, 2019 3:44 pm
IamSAM
IamSAM
21 August 2019

Advise on new land retainer wall

Advise on new land retainer wall

Negotiate the price...

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IamSAM
Aug 21, 2019 8:41 am
IamSAM
Mirrmu83
Mirrmu83
20 August 2019

Brick Render vs Foam Render

Brick Render vs Foam Render
VIC

The foam is generally a thinner wall than brickwork so there is small difference around doors & windows. Most foam render systems are non-cavity construction and require…

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Mirrmu83
Aug 20, 2019 9:41 pm
Koda67
Koda67
20 August 2019

Fall on Land and Site Cost

Fall on Land and Site Cost
VIC

I think it would be hard to find a builder to fix the site costs before the engineering is complete. Try and have a chat to a handful of builders and see what they all…

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Koda67
Aug 20, 2019 5:37 pm
Hillsbuilds
Hillsbuilds
20 August 2019

Is this poor framework??

Is this poor framework??

I had exactly the same question for my builder when I saw big holes in some of our timbers. Mentioned it to our builder and turns out it’s temporary bracing as chippy said.

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Hillsbuilds
Aug 20, 2019 8:27 am
Koda67
Koda67
19 August 2019

First home build advise!

First home build advise!

Would a 350m2 block be big enough to still have a little bit of backyard area? If you build double storey, yes for sure! What estates…

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Koda67
Aug 19, 2019 10:24 pm
darb74
darb74
19 August 2019

Custom build on acerage in Ipswich QLD

Custom build on acerage in Ipswich QLD
QLD
1 ... 6, 7, 8

Yes it looks like a great house with a great outlook, and a relatively painless building experience by the sound of it.

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darb74
Aug 19, 2019 5:36 pm
darb74
dulie
dulie
19 August 2019

renovation or KDR?

renovation or KDR?
NSW

Another vote for KDR. My mate and I live in the same suburb. I went with KDR and he went with a large renovation. Yes I ended spending a lot more, but at the same time i'm…

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dulie
Aug 19, 2019 4:40 pm
dulie
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
19 August 2019

Do the internals by myself

Do the internals by myself

What about the OC?

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SaveH2O
Aug 19, 2019 1:57 pm
SaveH2O
Clean
Clean
19 August 2019

What is this motor on my home

What is this motor on my home
QLD

Thanks mate it should be spa pump.

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Clean
Aug 19, 2019 6:12 am
GLO
GLO
18 August 2019

Building with Wisdom Homes

Building with Wisdom Homes
NSW

great thought! your perception clear all my queries Tort Law Assignment…

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GLO
Aug 18, 2019 8:16 pm
Rhetti
Rhetti
18 August 2019

land elevation brisbane

land elevation brisbane

If you're building a new house in the Brisbane City Council local government area you can construct retaining and filling without requiring planning approval where it is a…

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Rhetti
Aug 18, 2019 8:45 am
Rhetti
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
18 August 2019

KDR Inner West Melbourne

KDR Inner West Melbourne
VIC

Hi Comet Welcome to the forum Builders are slashing prices and its a great time to build hopefully you'll get what you want at a great price. $3-4K should also get you the…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 18, 2019 8:16 am
StructuralBIMGuy
DaniB
DaniB
17 August 2019

Carpet area around bar fridge

Carpet area around bar fridge

Yes I agree, thanks.

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DaniB
Aug 17, 2019 7:14 pm
gogo65
gogo65
17 August 2019

How common is it to switch builders?

How common is it to switch builders?
VIC

Haha! Still working through our third design, but so far so good. Our price was per sqm which is equivalent to over 25k per sq 😳 We’ve paid out significant $$$ to…

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gogo65
Aug 17, 2019 7:00 pm
gogo65
ben888
ben888
16 August 2019

Kitchenette upstairs

Kitchenette upstairs

I was in a display home recently with a friend and saw exactly this: I laughed and thought what a bad day it must be to need a coffee or beer straight before going into…

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ben888
Aug 16, 2019 11:02 pm
ben888
Salfield
Salfield
16 August 2019

Ducted air question

Ducted air question
NSW

Cheers mate.

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Salfield
Aug 16, 2019 8:48 pm
jbarber
jbarber
15 August 2019

Melbourne Water Permit Condition Change?

Melbourne Water Permit Condition Change?
VIC

Hoping someone here can assist :) My partner and i are looking to purchase a block of land which as a 2m wide easement on the east side of the block, which also happens to…

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jbarber
Aug 15, 2019 9:53 pm
Rhetti
Rhetti
15 August 2019

Clarendon Homes | QLD | Portview 31

Clarendon Homes | QLD | Portview 31

I'm sorry to hear that mate.

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Rhetti
Aug 15, 2019 8:14 pm
Rhetti
Teeger
Teeger
15 August 2019

Has anyone building with Austec Homes Statewide Pty Ltd

Has anyone building with Austec Homes Statewide Pty Ltd
NSW

Bumping this up, anyone build with Austec Homes Statewide ?

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Teeger
Aug 15, 2019 6:09 pm
rkoncept
rkoncept
15 August 2019

Expansion joint in double storey house

Expansion joint in double storey house

Hi DaniB You should have an expansion joint in the stair void as it is a large surface area and will be prone to a bit of movement and vibration through walking up and…

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rkoncept
Aug 15, 2019 4:59 pm
pnagella
pnagella
15 August 2019

Simonds homes or Mojo homes

Simonds homes or Mojo homes
NSW

Hi. I can guide you with some good builders. You can contact me on 0406 501 601. Thanks Sanjay Director Wise Estate Agents

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pnagella
Aug 15, 2019 1:22 pm
luxbuild
luxbuild
15 August 2019

Rawson Windermere

Rawson Windermere
ACT
1, 2, 3

Rawson seem terrible at understanding aircon. We've had real troubles getting what should be a simple setup done. They could have added a slave controller, which is…

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luxbuild
Aug 15, 2019 11:03 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
15 August 2019

Tips for first home buyers

Tips for first home buyers

Hi pasalamat, How did you go with the new build? Did any of the advice you receive help you with the new build?

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SaveH2O
Aug 15, 2019 9:12 am
SaveH2O
JustinY
JustinY
14 August 2019

Building with Rawson - handover delay and delay fees?

Building with Rawson - handover delay and delay fees?
NSW

Yes exactly - the SS was making it sound like it was the payment delaying handover but my lender wasn't going to issue the final payment without the house having interim…

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JustinY
Aug 14, 2019 1:28 pm
Norfolk
Norfolk
14 August 2019

First Home Buyer - Any Advice/Tips?

First Home Buyer - Any Advice/Tips?

Beware of the online product and service reviews in your research, as many of these are fake or manipulated. Particularly the overly positive ones with no substance or…

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Norfolk
Aug 14, 2019 8:01 am
CarnTheHawks
CarnTheHawks
13 August 2019

Crack in slab

Crack in slab
QLD

Agreed. "Hairline cracks" are in everything concrete. Feel free to take detailed photos (close up & zoomed out), if you're concerned. But I don't expect anything will come…

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CarnTheHawks
Aug 13, 2019 6:05 pm
Yomi
Yomi
13 August 2019

Building Hampton by Long Island , Western Melbourne

Building Hampton by Long Island , Western Melbourne
VIC

Hi Guys, How is your build going? Can you share your experience?

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Yomi
Aug 13, 2019 4:04 pm

Hi everyone, 1st time builder, 1st time owning a home. It took 10 long weeks to get approval after the royal commission but we are there 🎉 we are building in…

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Shortttee
Aug 12, 2019 8:18 pm
luxbuild
luxbuild
12 August 2019

NBN-Watch difference betw. FTTN (to Node) vs FTTP (Premises)

NBN-Watch difference betw. FTTN (to Node) vs FTTP (Premises)
WA

If the contract says FTTP and you are on twisted pair, yep.. certainly not getting what you paid for.

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luxbuild
Aug 12, 2019 7:22 pm
BiancaA
BiancaA
12 August 2019

What builder is best for the Illawarra

What builder is best for the Illawarra
NSW

We're looking at building a new house in the Illawarra/Shellharbour region in NSW. Just don't know who to go through. Who has everyone gone through and what was your…

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BiancaA
Aug 12, 2019 4:55 pm
Munaj99
Munaj99
12 August 2019

Master empire group

Master empire group

Thanks I can’t seem to reply in thee thread. Have you shot you an email. Any info you can share would be helpful

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Munaj99
Aug 12, 2019 1:06 pm
alfred89
alfred89
12 August 2019

Anyone here building with RMS Homes?

Anyone here building with RMS Homes?
VIC

I have built with them I strongly advise against it unless you can afford lawyers.

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alfred89
Aug 12, 2019 12:41 pm
Teeger
Teeger
11 August 2019

Project builder or custom builder

Project builder or custom builder
1, 2

Bought some bashworth's e-books, pretty helpful, thanks for the tip. Volume builders will be the last choice if we can't get come in within the budget with smaller players.

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Teeger
Aug 11, 2019 9:58 pm
chanam
chanam
10 August 2019

Electrical Plan Feedback

Electrical Plan Feedback

Even when on plan is lined up, electrician do not follow plan. Ensure to check all points are where you want it to be as per your plan and it lines up.

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chanam
Aug 10, 2019 2:16 am
Norfolk
Norfolk
9 August 2019

Private inspector

Private inspector

They don’t want you finding poor workmanship during the build and your request to rectify it at their expense. They would prefer to cover this up or that You find the…

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Norfolk
Aug 09, 2019 5:48 pm
MyFirst
MyFirst
9 August 2019

Demolition

Demolition

You are most properly better off getting a professional opinion. When I had to demolish my chicken coop to extend my bedroom, I used

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MyFirst
Aug 09, 2019 9:21 am

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