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MyFirst
MyFirst
14 June 2019

Demolition of house with NBN HFC cable already there.

Demolition of house with NBN HFC cable already there.

Thought I revisit this topic. Disclaimer: NBN may change their policy in future .etc. who knows what their policies are. If you are in Melbourne and have NBN HFC at…

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MyFirst
Jun 14, 2019 1:00 pm
bestspecials
bestspecials
14 June 2019

Start Date six months, 6 months build time!!!

Start Date six months, 6 months build time!!!

We built with Coral and had a great experience. We bought our block in May 2017 but it didn't register until November 2017, so we signed original contracts in June 2017…

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bestspecials
Jun 14, 2019 11:12 am
bestspecials

Might look something like this

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chippy
Jun 14, 2019 10:58 am
chippy
MyFirst
MyFirst
14 June 2019

NBN connection to new home build

NBN connection to new home build

All nbn does is pull the cable through all the conduits the builder has installed in your new house.. Without the conduits. It will be a mess. So NBN is not doing much at all.

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MyFirst
Jun 14, 2019 10:44 am
toddzilla
toddzilla
13 June 2019

HGWA build Burns Beach- 8 months still no slab

HGWA build Burns Beach- 8 months still no slab
WA
1 ... 22, 23, 24

I got the clipsal tpdl1c1 In my house for the last 2 years, have about 60 installed zero failures. I know where I would be going

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toddzilla
Jun 13, 2019 11:23 pm
LearnProperty
LearnProperty
13 June 2019

What's involved in cancelling a building contract?

What's involved in cancelling a building contract?
NSW

Hi everyone You can get your money back if you signed a Standard HIA contract and paid 5%. You are within your rights to get your money back regardless. However if…

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LearnProperty
Jun 13, 2019 11:04 pm
LearnProperty
cbboy
cbboy
13 June 2019

Simon Homes

Simon Homes
VIC

No not normal. Its a defect so get them to come out and rectify. See below screenshot from the Australian Guides and Tolerances for Australian standards.

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cbboy
Jun 13, 2019 10:42 am
fully
fully
13 June 2019

Henley brochure

Henley brochure

I’m not sure, I know they added double glazing at their own expense. Double glazing would be listed on the final drawings as DG next to each window size. If not on…

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fully
Jun 13, 2019 9:33 am
Riicky2009
Riicky2009
13 June 2019

Dennis family homes fixed site cost

Dennis family homes fixed site cost

The sales consultants have estimate fixed site cost for my lot is $17,000 I emailed them to send me a break down of what exactly is included in fixed site costs. The…

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Riicky2009
Jun 13, 2019 4:38 am
Sethor
Sethor
12 June 2019

Owner Supplied electrical points

Owner Supplied electrical points
WA

Well they are not supplying the items, Just go through electrical plan & work out what is required. Make sure you specify correct wiring requirements for what your…

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Sethor
Jun 12, 2019 1:13 pm
Hillsbuilds
Hillsbuilds
12 June 2019

Advise orientation of Living room in northwest facing block

Advise orientation of Living room in northwest facing block

Then I would def go for the courtyard! I’m very happy with how mine is turning out!

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Hillsbuilds
Jun 12, 2019 11:10 am
Tysonandkaylie
Tysonandkaylie
12 June 2019

Final build cost per m2???

Final build cost per m2???
VIC

Building in sa with simonds homes and our 280sqr works out to be $1100ish we have upgraded most things. would say medium level finish. Nothing over the top but could deff…

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Tysonandkaylie
Jun 12, 2019 9:32 am
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
11 June 2019

Statesman Felixstow Alfresco build in Two Wells, SA

Statesman Felixstow Alfresco build in Two Wells, SA
SA
1, 2, 3

Hi Krisrobe Have you moved into your Felixstow Alfresco? How did your build go? If you can post a few photos would be great. Thx 😏

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Bebbsy
Jun 11, 2019 9:58 pm
JJose
JJose
11 June 2019

front facade windows position

front facade windows position

Thanks for your reply, its SA Northfield , I am waiting for the plan soft copy, North is on the right side of the house and front is facing east. Window dimensions are…

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JJose
Jun 11, 2019 4:29 pm
Special_K
Special_K
11 June 2019

Who has used PTF TEmpo floors ? (WARNING)

Who has used PTF TEmpo floors ? (WARNING)
VIC

If anyone has any tips on what you can do to harden up your timber floors, it'd be appreciated !

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Special_K
Jun 11, 2019 10:52 am
cussen
cussen
11 June 2019

Has anyone built with PNL Developments?

Has anyone built with PNL Developments?

I was wondering if anyone here has used PNL Developments to build? My wife and I are thinking about using them to build a Duplex for us as we were recommended by a…

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cussen
Jun 11, 2019 8:57 am
majority
majority
11 June 2019

Letterbox for a battleaxe and council land maintenance

Letterbox for a battleaxe and council land maintenance
NSW

My property is in same position as Babycakes without area for placement of bins or letterbox as neighbour refuses to allow sharing of nature strip which they have…

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majority
Jun 11, 2019 8:45 am
building-expert
building-expert
11 June 2019

House slab

House slab

Separate concrete pours mean there is a construction joint and that may create a termite entry risk

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building-expert
Jun 11, 2019 7:42 am
building-expert
raptor19
raptor19
11 June 2019

Who else is building with Eden Brae?

Who else is building with Eden Brae?
NSW

Did you hire the inspector during build phase or after completion? Thanks

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raptor19
Jun 11, 2019 7:28 am
ObscureBug
ObscureBug
11 June 2019

Confused with Either Boutique homes or Simonds - Cranbourne

Confused with Either Boutique homes or Simonds - Cranbourne

We managed to find some recent Boutique builds in our area and spoke to an owner. They're essentially happy - there are some minor brickwork issues (which was more about…

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ObscureBug
Jun 11, 2019 3:26 am
deepak648
deepak648
10 June 2019

Building our first home in Baldivis - Blueprint Build

Building our first home in Baldivis - Blueprint Build
WA
1, 2

Hi Can I ask how many years of warranty did they provide to you guys?

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deepak648
Jun 10, 2019 2:44 pm
deepak648
deepak648
10 June 2019

My little abode - Custom Blueprint Build

My little abode - Custom Blueprint Build
WA

Hi Can I ask how many years of warranty did they provide to you guys?

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deepak648
Jun 10, 2019 2:44 pm
chippy
chippy
9 June 2019

Stone upgrade costs with builder ???

Stone upgrade costs with builder ???
NSW

It's impossible to say without knowing how large the kitchen (how many sheets) is and what edge detail you get included and what you are upgrading to. Standard colours are…

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chippy
Jun 09, 2019 9:52 pm
chippy
JW001
JW001
9 June 2019

Seek advice/comment on floor plan

Seek advice/comment on floor plan

servery window is a great idea. This can connect Alfresco and kitchen very well. How about extend the decking up to the parents WIR, put a retractable awning here.…

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JW001
Jun 09, 2019 12:56 pm
LearnProperty
LearnProperty
8 June 2019

House and land package- Fees associated with delay in land t

House and land package- Fees associated with delay in land t
VIC

When you buy a 30k car, most people do so much research and shopping around, incredible. But its weird how most people don't do not nearly enough homework when they are…

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LearnProperty
Jun 08, 2019 8:55 am
LearnProperty
shellb78
shellb78
8 June 2019

Monument windows or black on Facade

Monument windows or black on Facade

Thankyou Bebbsy, this isn’t something I’d thought of. My hibby will have his truck going in and out so that will create some dust.

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shellb78
Jun 08, 2019 8:26 am
Montybyrne
Montybyrne
7 June 2019

JG King - Ariel - Double Storey - Metro Melbourne

JG King - Ariel - Double Storey - Metro Melbourne
VIC

Hi Blair We are still not in our house! The contract maximum length is until the 2nd of July and it is going right to the wire. Nothing happened for months hence I lost…

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Montybyrne
Jun 07, 2019 11:01 pm
andrew_bonn
andrew_bonn
7 June 2019

how long does it take for the land/contour survey?

how long does it take for the land/contour survey?
NSW

yeah we've been chasing them for a while but still can't get reasonable update. We'll just keep trying..it's frustrating..

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andrew_bonn
Jun 07, 2019 12:53 pm
Santhosh
Santhosh
7 June 2019

Vancouver 29 PD

Vancouver 29 PD
VIC

Anyone building or finished building Vancouver 29 with PD.We didn't see Griffith facade in real .If anyone build your house with same facade please share the photo

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Santhosh
Jun 07, 2019 12:08 pm
Wild
Wild
7 June 2019

Site Cut & deepend Garage Edge beam to the western boundary

Site Cut & deepend Garage Edge beam to the western boundary

Their surveyor did send all the details for me to sign the protection work notice which contains engineering, I didnt take the photos but our builder is same as their…

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Wild
Jun 07, 2019 10:36 am
EdB84
EdB84
7 June 2019

Moving driveway entrance?

Moving driveway entrance?

Damn I keep forgetting, this is not South Africa. You can actually call the council and someone mildly intelligent will answer :lol:

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EdB84
Jun 07, 2019 9:15 am
kiddz7
kiddz7
6 June 2019

KDR Metricon Hampshire 46 Melbourne Bayside

KDR Metricon Hampshire 46 Melbourne Bayside
VIC

how long does it normally take from signing contract to when they start building?

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kiddz7
Jun 06, 2019 10:38 pm
IamSAM
IamSAM
6 June 2019

Application for delayed settlement

Application for delayed settlement

Extension in settlement date is rarely granted where there are a large number of lots being settled. They will charge interest on every single day delay. I am in Bardia…

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IamSAM
Jun 06, 2019 2:01 pm
IamSAM
daveg1980
daveg1980
6 June 2019

Warriewood, The Ivy

Warriewood, The Ivy

Hi, If you are building at The Ivy, Warriewood please could you get in touch? Many thanks, Dave

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daveg1980
Jun 06, 2019 11:54 am
daveg1980
jess priest
jess priest
5 June 2019

Homes with Austral graphite bricks

Homes with Austral graphite bricks
VIC

Hello I am messaging about you using austral brick in your home. We are looking CV using the metallix range graphite. Have you got any pics we can see please

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jess priest
Jun 05, 2019 4:07 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
5 June 2019

Cost to build a new waste sewer

Cost to build a new waste sewer

We live in the Information automation age insist on costs, data and proofs, mate don't put up with being treated like a mushroom... keep in the dark and fed BullSh!t hth

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 05, 2019 8:32 am
StructuralBIMGuy
CalicoCat
CalicoCat
5 June 2019

Fairhaven Homes Breamlea

Fairhaven Homes Breamlea

Hi nicshou, I have recently built with Fairhaven and would say the experience has been okay. Some areas and people are excellent and others not so much. There are a few…

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CalicoCat
Jun 05, 2019 2:48 am
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
4 June 2019

Shelf in shower

Shelf in shower

Cheers for that. 😀

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Bebbsy
Jun 04, 2019 11:44 pm
deepak648
deepak648
4 June 2019

HGWA in Calleya Estate

HGWA in Calleya Estate
WA
1 ... 21, 22, 23

Yeah you are absolutely right. I am more than 2K already and I am sure it will go up again.

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deepak648
Jun 04, 2019 4:55 pm
talk2us
talk2us
4 June 2019

1m high retaining wall on one side - North side

1m high retaining wall on one side - North side

thanks for the guidance. The retaining wall is all…

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talk2us
Jun 04, 2019 4:25 pm
Merry
Merry
4 June 2019

Recommend Duplex build in Padstow area

Recommend Duplex build in Padstow area
NSW

Hi I just saw your post, who did you end up going with? how was the experience with that builder?

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Merry
Jun 04, 2019 1:34 pm

I think you are right to fight this, trust me the builder to always say it’s not a defeat when they know it is. They just don’t what to spend the money to fix it &…

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Soph2
Jun 04, 2019 11:35 am
Joker
Joker
4 June 2019

Bankrupt Builder on partially finished house

Bankrupt Builder on partially finished house
WA

Would do what Alex79, structuralBIMGuy suggest,go owner builder, getting individual jobs done will be easier than getting a builder to take over,if you were in Geelong…

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Joker
Jun 04, 2019 10:03 am
Virgatog1
Virgatog1
4 June 2019

Townhouse builder recommendations

Townhouse builder recommendations

Good morning, I am looking to buy land in Melbourne’s north east, it is a 200m2 block (8x25m). I am looking at builders for the piece of land, does anyone have any…

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Virgatog1
Jun 04, 2019 8:44 am
theRealDeal
theRealDeal
3 June 2019

Inclusions and Plan Drawings

Inclusions and Plan Drawings
QLD

Thanks peeps for the feedback..

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theRealDeal
Jun 03, 2019 9:17 pm
deepak648
deepak648
3 June 2019

Anyone building with blueprints or home group wa

Anyone building with blueprints or home group wa

Hello Deepak, If you have not finalised your floor plans with Blueprint Home than i have started a really new concept in western Australia to Visualise floor plans in…

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deepak648
Jun 03, 2019 5:14 pm
l_vanslyke
l_vanslyke
3 June 2019

New build- showerhead placement

New build- showerhead placement

The drawing you've attached below shows the shower rail/head in the center of the shower however the photo looks like it's off to the side. Does the drawing you have…

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l_vanslyke
Jun 03, 2019 1:18 pm
l_vanslyke
l_vanslyke
3 June 2019

Post Land Settlement Must Do Activities - First Home Build

Post Land Settlement Must Do Activities - First Home Build
VIC

Hi Jay, Some things you can do to save time starting the build is ask the developer if your builder can do a Soil Test and Contour Survey prior to the block registering.…

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l_vanslyke
Jun 03, 2019 8:59 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
2 June 2019

Brand new house - Rising damp issue

Brand new house - Rising damp issue
1, 2

I can only go back to what I said in my first post.

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SaveH2O
Jun 02, 2019 10:26 pm
SaveH2O

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