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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…
How often do you visit your site?
Visiting once a week is common; try to time it after hours to avoid disrupting builders. Since it’s tricky for you, ask your builder for updates or schedule walkthroughs… started a topic ago
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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… started a topic ago DavosMar 15, 2025 5:36 pm So still waiting for that ever elusive PCI...
Paving has arrived, but not quite finished. Still waiting on a few other finishing items and some paint touch ups. In the… Ducted air con questionAppreciate the info ponzutwo ... I'd just have assumed we'd have the same end-result as 10 years ago, I'm going to be asking about That Stuff before we spec it up with our… Toilet Plumbing Change
Hi Jonathan
Assuming you are at slab stage with framing the process is pretty simple.
The slab needs to be jackhammered to move the waste say 300-400mm over into the…
This is our current facade.
Brick - Austral Urban One Silver
Roof - Colourbond Monument
Render - Surfmist (not completely painted)
Cladding- Surfmist
We hate the… Building Santorini Manor - MaitlandSo exciting that you're building the Santorini Manor! The colour selection meeting is such a big step—it’s great that you're already thinking ahead.
For upgrades,… I am currently getting quotes for 600 mm high footings for a 14m x 7m (total dims) expandable house
The number of posts required are 36, layout attached
It is a level… Floorplan suggestionsThank you heaps for your practical suggestions.
I really do like the idea of the mudroom and powder room orientation with the flow into the kitchen area, the downstairs… Tree removal due to construction accessHi all,
We’re in the process of doing KDRB in Melbourne. There’s 1 large tree approx 12m in height close to existing driveway (<1m) and builder states this tree has… EasyE started a topic 27 February ago EasyEFeb 27, 2025 8:06 pm nottsFeb 27, 2025 5:25 pm Hi Everyone,
I'm looking to implement this design, but does anyone know how the drainage would work for the plants on the second floor? I don't want down pipes at the… New Overshadowing guideline
Hi Simeon,
Sorry I didn't mention it clearly. It's based in Melbourne Victoria and the regulation is from VBA. I updated my questions. =) Playford FootingsAnyone got a reasonable estimate of footings cost in the estate? We are building on the Smithfield Plains side. Custom home builder in PerthI don't see why people don't share their architects, builders, designers, etc names in a thread when someone asks. It's always "..... send me a PM".
Having chekced the… Knock down and rebuild experienceHi All
Just following the last post, a quick reminder that if anyone is planning a knock down rebuild and you want an indicative pricing spreadsheet just email me with… Metricon Winchester 28- Landscaping
It never ends.
Aircon started leaking in through the ceiling last Feb. Metricon sent out Pact who looked and said cant see anything, and left. Come December and we start… Masterton Aston ExclusiveDA submitted - Oct 24
DA approved - Jan 25
The pool was on same DA as the house however Masterton are not involved in the pool so we are currently arranging a separate… House with no guttersIf Jim from Moruya is still around, I'd be keen to hear how he was able to get a 'no gutters' plan approved in NSW, as a client of mnine is trhying (so far unsuccessfully)…
you said that moving stairs shouldn't be a problem for upstairs but could you please share upstairs floor plan to help clarify all options Ducted vs multiple split systemsI had "enjoyed" a Daikin multi-head split system before. It was significantly louder than a ducted or a traditional split system.
If all your internal units share a… PipaFeb 12, 2025 12:04 am Liquidated damage claim post hanodverHi all, this matter is all settled, they have a clause in contract where they don't have to give a notice of extension if the delay is due to the weather. BBJB replied 10 February ago KDRB Wattle Court or IconHi we’re looking at doing a KDRB and trying to decide between Wattle Court and Icon. We’re in the northern beaches and will need to go through DA. Also considered Hall… Beware of Champion Homes
The shocking aspects are the lack of price transparency and the presence of hidden terms. First, the final tender price is unpredictable, deviating significantly from…
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