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Jason526
Jason526
16 September 2021

Signing land contract without building contract

Signing land contract without building contract
WA

As long as it's not a house & land package, you will be fine to purchase the land without a building contract. You will have the freedom to pick a builder with a plan and…

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Jason526
Sep 16, 2021 1:22 pm
Jason526
Jason526
13 August 2021

Is it an ok time to start the building process in WA

Is it an ok time to start the building process in WA
WA

It's a difficult question to answer, and there might not be an answer to it. It's the same as asking if it's a good time to buy a property. Looking back 5 years, would it…

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Jason526
Aug 13, 2021 5:00 pm
Tracyj323
Tracyj323
9 August 2021

Front Entrance Door - Solid MDF or Coritech

Front Entrance Door - Solid MDF or Coritech
WA

thank you very much for your advice!! :)

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Tracyj323
Aug 09, 2021 11:25 am
supersleuth
supersleuth
28 July 2021

Take lots of photos!

Take lots of photos!
WA

We snooped around and inside our new build weekly, sometimes daily. I couldn't believe how often a gate/door was left unlocked so we could just walk in. Right up to…

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supersleuth
Jul 28, 2021 4:48 pm
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
20 July 2021

Planting Tree in Front of Home

Planting Tree in Front of Home
WA

2x2 is a shrub anyway. You don't want any vegetation?

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stonesthrow
Jul 20, 2021 7:58 pm

Hi All, Probably should have checked this earlier but better late than never! We're building in a relatively new estate and our home build plans has the garage being…

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smsaaos
Jun 28, 2021 2:23 pm
smsaaos
smsaaos
smsaaos
25 June 2021

Wall Tiles - installation upto ceiling - Post Handover

Wall Tiles - installation upto ceiling - Post Handover
WA

I'm building with BGC in WA. They are meant to be one of the low cost builders out here! $5500 sounds acceptable Harris Most of the tilers I've reached out to have said…

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smsaaos
Jun 25, 2021 3:16 pm
smsaaos
innerbloom
innerbloom
11 June 2021

Can Someone Please Tell Me the Purpose of a Corner Soffit

Can Someone Please Tell Me the Purpose of a Corner Soffit
WA

it's a different way of breaking up the ceiling. these days a bulkhead / square set opening is more common where the plasterboard drops lower than the cornice (see…

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innerbloom
Jun 11, 2021 11:21 pm
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kelsey
Jun 09, 2021 1:24 pm
nosliw
nosliw
6 June 2021

highbury homes perth

highbury homes perth
WA

Redcripp 1 Aren’t you laying it a bit too thick with your review?

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nosliw
Jun 06, 2021 11:30 pm

When U say Sark every external wall .. do U mean this?

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mustard
May 27, 2021 7:52 pm
kelsey
kelsey
26 May 2021

Is Perth still obsessed with double brick?

Is Perth still obsessed with double brick?
WA

Yeah far out, you’re right google doesn’t give much when you search Thermalite Bricks, I honestly don’t know much about it. I do remember the SIP panels, so I can…

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kelsey
May 26, 2021 11:55 am
Sparkyf
Sparkyf
12 May 2021

Overshadowing

Overshadowing
WA

That's a whole another topic! As you mention, it can also depend on developer or local council requirements, and the building envelope or restrictions on said…

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Sparkyf
May 12, 2021 8:47 pm
Sparkyf
Budapest
Budapest
12 May 2021

KDR - New Choice Homes Custom design - Perth, WA

KDR - New Choice Homes Custom design - Perth, WA
WA
1 ... 9, 10, 11

Hi thme , Glad I found this thread! Your place looks fantastic! We are in doing the plans up for our KDR in Riverton. 498 sm block but really weird shape (and…

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Budapest
May 12, 2021 1:14 am
smsaaos
smsaaos
8 May 2021

Exterior Colour Suggestion/Feedback

Exterior Colour Suggestion/Feedback
WA

Thanks AnjC for your input. In my head, I see the grey brick giving a very dark look overall to the house as the roof tiles are already quite dark. I’ve seen a few…

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smsaaos
May 08, 2021 9:50 pm
smsaaos
ECOECO
ECOECO
25 March 2021

Energy Efficiency Advice

Energy Efficiency Advice
WA
1, 2

"About U values, yes these look good for low-e but as I say it’s only a reflector of radiant heat whereas double glazing really slows heat conduction. Add…

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ECOECO
Mar 25, 2021 4:58 pm
ECOECO
GLO
GLO
5 March 2021

Seals for garage doors

Seals for garage doors
WA

B&D sent out one if their contractors who adjusted it by setting the panel door to push down harder on the bottom in order to get the top panel to sit closer to the…

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GLO
Mar 05, 2021 11:53 am
NathanPS
NathanPS
17 January 2021

Theatre advice

Theatre advice
WA

Hi mate, I did acoustic insulation throughout plus acoustic plaster board panels, whether it made a huge different or not I’m unsure. The plasterboard though I can tell…

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NathanPS
Jan 17, 2021 10:56 am
JShah
JShah
10 January 2021

Ideal Homes WA - Hammond Park

Ideal Homes WA - Hammond Park
WA

Looks great thanks for all the info!! 😀 its really going to help. Can i please ask you the price for notaio walnut polytec? I am thinking that for my kitchen…

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JShah
Jan 10, 2021 10:40 pm
biki
biki
5 January 2021

Anyone building in Alkimos?

Anyone building in Alkimos?
WA
1, 2

All d best for your build. Yeah everything is ok. We bought a ready build house at Wanneroo instead. May be we will build in Alkimos in future. Regards, Sambit

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biki
Jan 05, 2021 2:41 pm
lmcavennie
lmcavennie
3 January 2021

Solar hot water system, solar panels and Photo voltaic panel

Solar hot water system, solar panels and Photo voltaic panel
WA

Hi Everyone, I am currently in the process of building a home in Alkimos. We will be undertaking our Pre-Start in January and we are completely stuck on what to do with…

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lmcavennie
Jan 03, 2021 3:41 am
chippy
chippy
1 January 2021

Garage - parking and storage question dilemma

Garage - parking and storage question dilemma
WA

Yes, I asked about what are two biggest cars one could fit into a garage. Does it mean that you recommend for the shelves to start from the bottom, and go all the way to…

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chippy
Jan 01, 2021 12:23 am
chippy
kelsey
kelsey
19 December 2020

R Coding issues

R Coding issues
WA

Hi Richard, Thanks for the reply. Our energy report has come back and they have suggested everything you have said here. We haven’t gotten a price yet, but I think…

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kelsey
Dec 19, 2020 10:48 pm
bluesteel
bluesteel
16 December 2020

Discolour on new brickwork

Discolour on new brickwork
WA

I would suggest you await your SS to take care of it - don't do anything that will possibly mean you are made responsible for it. Just keep taking lots of photos.

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bluesteel
Dec 16, 2020 9:14 pm
bluesteel
domwild
domwild
9 December 2020

Warranty Period-How do I make sure faults get fixed?

Warranty Period-How do I make sure faults get fixed?
WA

Hi, At the handing over of the keys, the "buffer" of my building supervisor wanted me to fill in their forms with faults I find and then to hand them in at the end of the…

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domwild
Dec 09, 2020 2:05 pm
domwild
domwild
9 December 2020

cross over paving cost / recommendation south of river perth

cross over paving cost / recommendation south of river perth
WA

Canning Council tells me it used to be $55/m2 and not $75. Should be less for new crossovers, my quote is for replacing a broken crossover. Will get other quotes. Council…

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domwild
Dec 09, 2020 1:36 pm
Tea Bluesky
Tea Bluesky
8 December 2020

SIP PANEL BUILDING

SIP PANEL BUILDING
WA

https://www.leanhaus.com.au/leanarchitect Been asking the same thing, came across this, so not really sold on these panels based on this and also reading problems with…

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Tea Bluesky
Dec 08, 2020 10:19 am
dachopper
dachopper
5 December 2020

Balcony - Thermal Breaks

Balcony - Thermal Breaks
WA

Hello people, Wondering about people on here with a concrete ( cantilever ) balcony, has some kind of thermal break or insulation solution for the balcony to stop…

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dachopper
Dec 05, 2020 10:39 pm

Hi all, Just an update from our build. Some dates: Land finance in: 21/7 Finance approved: 16/9 Land settled: 21/9 Final contract signed: 22/10 Prestart:…

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kelsey
Nov 14, 2020 11:57 pm
broadwaterbuild
broadwaterbuild
13 November 2020

What is this? Picture attached

What is this? Picture attached
WA

Sorry I don’t know why the picture is sideways... it’s normal on my phone

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broadwaterbuild
Nov 13, 2020 11:18 pm
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
5 November 2020

Items after handover- issues with bank?

Items after handover- issues with bank?
WA

Very unusual to see Westpac offer that type of loan, was the flooring and painting in the original price and you took it out to get the price down? If the loan was…

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Doozer1905
Nov 05, 2020 9:36 pm
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
23 October 2020

Quote for connecting our block to power

Quote for connecting our block to power
WA

Thats actually quiet cheap for Approx. 90 meters, I would suss out what size cable they are using, should probably be 35mm with a distance that long

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Doozer1905
Oct 23, 2020 9:19 am
ziri1002
ziri1002
22 October 2020

(WA) Flipping house - need advice!!!

(WA) Flipping house - need advice!!!
WA

Hi. Do you incur additional cost to flip the design you choose from the existing builder's design? Thanks

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ziri1002
Oct 22, 2020 11:33 am
spiffmiff
spiffmiff
20 October 2020

Floorplan Critique

Floorplan Critique
WA

Exciting! I can't tell from the plan, so maybe its already there, but if you're thinking you'll put a spa in next to the living room (currently shown as a garden bed),…

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spiffmiff
Oct 20, 2020 12:04 am
spiffmiff
lmcavennie
lmcavennie
17 October 2020

Smart wiring

Smart wiring
WA

Yeah that's who I have got a quote off already. I was wanting a second one as I like to make sure that its a reasonable price.

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lmcavennie
Oct 17, 2020 7:52 am
keshals
keshals
13 October 2020

Perth Steel Frame Build

Perth Steel Frame Build
WA

What do you see as the issue with Summit? Can msg me directly if you wish.

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keshals
Oct 13, 2020 4:09 pm
Mooks11
Mooks11
12 October 2020

Building Dale Alcock's Archipelago in Wellard, WA

Building Dale Alcock's Archipelago in Wellard, WA
WA

$287k was for the base house which had a totally different kitchen to display etc

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Mooks11
Oct 12, 2020 1:00 am
kester
kester
9 October 2020

Floorplan Critique

Floorplan Critique
WA

House design looks very nice. May I know the builder info? Very nice design illustration as well.

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kester
Oct 09, 2020 5:17 pm
oklouise
oklouise
6 October 2020

Garage door entrance to Skullery / Kitchen

Garage door entrance to Skullery / Kitchen
WA

a copy of the floorplan would make suggestions easier

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oklouise
Oct 06, 2020 2:46 pm
broadwaterbuild
broadwaterbuild
26 September 2020

Painting cost please!!

Painting cost please!!
WA

Oh awesome! thats a really good price! Thanks so much

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broadwaterbuild
Sep 26, 2020 11:13 pm
HereForHelp
HereForHelp
14 September 2020

How many changes do people generally make after pre-start

How many changes do people generally make after pre-start
WA

Have you signed your building contract yet? If not, you still have room for negotiation if you are skilful enough! While you still have the ability to walk away, you…

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HereForHelp
Sep 14, 2020 2:14 pm
daniel81991
daniel81991
11 September 2020

Please help me improve my kitchen layout/laundry

Please help me improve my kitchen layout/laundry
WA

The nook is 1.4m (W) x 1m deep if I move the robe. That sounds good!

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daniel81991
Sep 11, 2020 5:54 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
10 September 2020

Footing upgrades- dispute

Footing upgrades- dispute
WA

Ask for both Bore and lab tests results Alternatively, get another test (approx $600) and compare ... maybe 3rd time lucky BTW, builders are reluctant to divulge how…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Sep 10, 2020 12:49 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
oklouise
oklouise
4 September 2020

Floor plan feedback

Floor plan feedback
WA

it was my pleasure..it's so good to see a plan that will be ideal for downsizing: love the courtyard spaces, it will be a lovely new home...happy building

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oklouise
Sep 04, 2020 10:06 am
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
20 August 2020

Trafficable Lid to Sewer in Driveway

Trafficable Lid to Sewer in Driveway
WA

Nothing to do with the builder, its the developer of the land. They can't be moved

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Doozer1905
Aug 20, 2020 10:02 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
19 August 2020

Ben Trager - EPS / Cladding, Potential Ban in Future?

Ben Trager - EPS / Cladding, Potential Ban in Future?
WA

It been widely discussed... I might add if the 3 little pigs built their house out of polystyrene/eps the wolf would be eating pork crackle Chris

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StructuralBIMGuy
Aug 19, 2020 10:29 am
StructuralBIMGuy
kelliel123
kelliel123
16 August 2020

Framed Drywall vs Double Brick Construction for Investment H

Framed Drywall vs Double Brick Construction for Investment H
WA

Hi, we are looking at building a two storey home on a narrow lot. At this stage we are undecided whether to go with drywall construction (timber framed wall with Gyprock)…

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kelliel123
Aug 16, 2020 12:15 pm
broadwaterbuild
broadwaterbuild
13 August 2020

Concrete slab for garage level

Concrete slab for garage level
WA

Okay, interesting. I’ll query their reasoning when I speak to them next. Thanks!

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broadwaterbuild
Aug 14, 2020 12:42 am
Mikey92
Mikey92
11 August 2020

New Build - Bushmead Estate, WA

New Build - Bushmead Estate, WA
WA

Nah man, we had started our planning back in November '19. Chose our block etc. last year in Ellenbrook. The grants are just a bonus given the timing.

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Mikey92
Aug 11, 2020 7:43 pm

Did more landscaping over the weekend. Plants some agapanthus on the side of the house and some magnolias. We had artificial lawn also installed.

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chekii
Aug 09, 2020 6:40 pm

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