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VICTORIA - All electric houseno, we passed as we had other things like water tank re efficiency. PV system was installed post handover, conduit was run from roof to garage for the purposes of solar. utility conduit for future proofing?I installed a couple of extra conduits to the road from my site, but when time came to install NBN after we moved in, we found that the conduits had been crushed during… r_13 replied 8 August 2022 ago r_13Aug 08, 2022 11:17 am Hi Guys, just wondering how would I able to remove the window the screen, my screen looks like this and I have no clue how to take these out, I have attached photos
Blocking timber for joistsYou should have a proper certified structural details in the notes and it should answer your questions.
If the designer or builder hasn't provided them...then ask why? House with basement
No.
In SYD.
(Most commenters of this thread, have their State, in the profile.) qrius replied 1 August 2022 ago qriusAug 01, 2022 7:44 am Living on acreage during buildThank you for the reply! Much appreciated- I’ve reached out to the council but I feel it will be similar to what you have said mattpJul 29, 2022 3:14 pm Split Level Builder MelbourneHello
We attempted to do the same (build a split level)
In the end, we ended up finding a builder that would build on stumps instead, as it offered us more in terms of… simonb replied 29 July 2022 ago cag57Jul 28, 2022 9:27 am Cut & fill
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Depends on where you are located and what method you are using for your approval.
For instance in NSW if you are getting a CDC approval the max cut is 600 and… I had the same dilemma, wanted a dark roof but not the heat. Did a test on a piece of monument and surfmist with an infrared gun on a 31 degree day the surfmist surface… My build - GJ Gardners - Newport
Thanks for replying. Just interested in how its going/went and as many pics as you care to share will be great. Im trying to get a feel of the kitchen/living areas and… Denali replied 23 July 2022 ago HIA contract 2.1(e)Does anyone know if clause 2.1(e) refer to the commencement letter from the bank? It reads "where the name of the lending body is stated in item 6, the owner givers the… Max8888 started a topic 23 July 2022 ago Hi All,
Looking for some advice on how to escalate a dispute with the Council (Hills Shire) for our DA in North Kellyville.
We have purchased a corner block which has an… Water tank requirement in Victoria
Head across to Whirpool and lookup posts from AndrewRR. He has helped people out getting approval for heat pump HWS in lieu of solar HWS. My build has been a nightmare, and now I have huge issues with the brickwork and mortar. See attached photos. I'm seeing lime pitting also I believe.
Does anyone have an… Builder margin Inc or Exc GST
it gets added to all the variations on top of the cost of the additional work/items
it's essentially a 'management fee' when we were faced with similar choice we went for the 'brick planter' approach. although in our case we also had an option of just levelling our side to be flat and… Build with BoldThe clause is missing the cause of the delay. Assuming the delay is caused by the builder. The question is: does the builder entitle for an increase? Hi....I have an apartment awning window that does not open. It is not locked but there is no handle/latch or winder. The building manager doesn't know either and other… Surface drainage issueUsually whoever changes the natural ground level is responsible for the retaining walls. 12-07-2022 | Cabinetry Installed
Kitchen has been installed along with bathroom and laundry cabinets
25 grand grantCan you go back to the builder and get them to write another letter to prove your commencement date started within the time limit?
That's probably your only option I would… kennyc replied 12 July 2022 ago Building a Doulton in Geelong
The process was dragged out a bit due to covid delays and building restrictions! Our SS has been super helpful, even after the handover, with a few items to be fixed! Angle lintels and end bearingIf im interpreting your post correctly, end bearing doesnt matter (in the typical masonry opening lintel sense), as the columns are picking up the beam. The angle is just… AVM470 replied 11 July 2022 ago External Rendering for window revealsHello
I have some very large windows that require angle lintels over them to support brickwork. The brickwork will be rendered over eventually.
I don’t want the angles… afpo23 started a topic 11 July 2022 ago CV888Jul 11, 2022 9:17 am Treatment of structural HW within brick pierNo need for internal columns and framing within the brick pier?
If you are concerned about point loads double up the brick leaf under the beams
add in 12mm threaded tie rods
hth What colour garage door?
Which way does it face?
If facing into the sun then you should go with the lightest possible colour to keep down heat buildup in the garage Althom replied 10 July 2022 ago
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