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mockkie
Oct 28, 2022 1:08 pm
obiwon
obiwon
29 January

How often do you visit your site?

How often do you visit your site?
1 ... 35, 36, 37

I would visit weekly at least so you can take pictures, progress pictures. Be sure to take pictures of around the house slab perimeter and in particular if there is water…

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obiwon
Jan 29, 2024 2:21 pm
obiwon
obiwon
obiwon
31 January

Things you forget - summary page 32

Things you forget - summary page 32
1 ... 59, 60, 61

Sub boards are handy to have inside if the extra cost works for you. This way you can put an Energex padlock on the main meterbox and just refer to the inside sub…

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1202005
obiwon
Jan 31, 2024 12:44 pm
obiwon

Hebel PowerFloor vs Traditional Timber Floors

Hebel PowerFloor vs Traditional Timber Floors
1, 2

Do you have insulation in the downstairs ceiling? Not sure if it's possible now but maybe some spray foam insulation in the downstairs ceiling of there isn't any…

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Nezza112
Mar 27, 2024 1:54 pm
resu
resu
19 h

Damp proof course

Damp proof course
ACT

Hi All, I noticed 2 types of DPCs (at least in my area). One type is a red colour one on both sides, I think its thickness is 500 microns. The other one is green coloured…

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resu
Mar 26, 2024 8:56 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
Yesterday

Variations on Fixed Price Contract

Variations on Fixed Price Contract
TAS

So AFAIk the outcomes of the BAL ratings form part of a clause that allows them to pass these costs on to you. However the more relevant detail is how did it go from 19…

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768
ponzutwo
Mar 26, 2024 2:11 pm
McTipper2019
McTipper2019
25 March

Eliston Estate - Clyde, Melbourne

Eliston Estate - Clyde, Melbourne
VIC
1 ... 10, 11, 12

Hey all, long shot here but struggling to find information on Eliston Estate - now I imagine you will all be settled into your homes, how are you finding day to day life…

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McTipper2019
Mar 25, 2024 8:41 pm
Lala74
Lala74
25 March

900MM Cooktop over a 600MM built in oven

900MM Cooktop over a 600MM built in oven
SA

My daughter and son in law are about to start building, they are having a 600mm induction cook top and 900mm oven. It's personal preferance :)

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Lala74
Mar 25, 2024 8:31 pm
kakaciii
kakaciii
25 March

Job sequences in fixing and fit-off stage

Job sequences in fixing and fit-off stage

Thanks for much mate. I see that you do cabinets before flooring. For timber flooring, for most parts it's fine because it's got base plates, and for door jabs you can…

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kakaciii
Mar 25, 2024 3:47 pm
Dr_rock
Dr_rock
25 March

First time build: Custom narrow riverside home in WA

First time build: Custom narrow riverside home in WA

Thanks NativeZen! I can't wait to start landscaping, though it's going to be a while away yet. No movement on site yet as of the weekend. Hoping to see some earthworks…

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Dr_rock
Mar 25, 2024 3:45 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
25 March

Metricon stylish aircon vents

Metricon stylish aircon vents

retail its around double the price of a similar sized actron/dakin system from memory, They are excellent systems though. But with how builder gouge on AC/heating, you…

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ponzutwo
Mar 25, 2024 1:30 pm
Bimbob
Bimbob
25 March

Front step at doorway

Front step at doorway

Take a pick with a level sittingo n the slab and a pick with a level sitting on the sill please. This will help us diagnose the issue and therefore a solution. RE,…

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Bimbob
Mar 25, 2024 8:33 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
24 March

Building Near Train Track - Additional Cost for Acoustics

Building Near Train Track - Additional Cost for Acoustics
VIC

Our standard double-glazed window is tested to achieve, Rw 34, and can be glazed to suit Rw 39. The price is good too...

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ECOECO
Mar 24, 2024 5:58 pm
ECOECO
Kani9o1
Kani9o1
24 March

Overshadowing and MCP

Overshadowing and MCP

Hi All, I would appreciate some assistance with issues around overshadowing. We are hoping to build a double storey in Wyndham (Victoria), on a west facing lot, with our…

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Kani9o1
Mar 24, 2024 2:20 pm
Falcon81
Falcon81
23 March

New Home Build - Boundary Retaining Wall replacement advice

New Home Build - Boundary Retaining Wall replacement advice

The plan is to demolisgh the home, earthworks to prepare for slab, and then removal of existing wall for a new one. Requires a DA unfortunatley as the new wall will be…

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Falcon81
Mar 23, 2024 11:01 am
suku18
suku18
22 March

Elliot Hardie Homes

Elliot Hardie Homes

Hello , Not yet. Are you looking to build too?

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suku18
Mar 22, 2024 12:48 pm
Josh T
Josh T
22 March

Suspended concrete slab alternatives - AlphaFloor

Suspended concrete slab alternatives - AlphaFloor
NSW

Hi Everyone, Alphafloor is available through Dahlsens in Sydney and Melbourne. We are currently carrying stock at our laverton store in Melbourne and are in the process of…

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Josh T
Mar 22, 2024 11:36 am
build24
build24
21 March

White sand for mortar

White sand for mortar

Thank you for the information. Much appreciated!

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build24
Mar 21, 2024 11:06 am

Incorrect Slab Plan ?

Incorrect Slab Plan ?
NSW

Constant What you have posted isn't really readable and also needs to be compared to your architectural plans. Happy to have a look if you email me at

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Ashington Homes
Mar 21, 2024 5:24 am
Ashington Homes
Ymous
Ymous
20 March

ROOF FLASHING

ROOF FLASHING
VIC

I know this post is from a while ago, but the VBA has some good guidance on this. https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/__data/asset ... 5-Roof.pdf

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Ymous
Mar 20, 2024 12:40 pm
SydneyPSSS
SydneyPSSS
20 March

Experience with HBCF insurance claim process NSW

Experience with HBCF insurance claim process NSW

I apologise for any confusion, but your understanding is correct. We approached our situation differently based on advice from…

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SydneyPSSS
Mar 20, 2024 12:22 pm
Eiji
Eiji
19 March

Help! Relocate neighbouring power line

Help! Relocate neighbouring power line

Our relationship with the owner is good, but I'm not sure if I want to impose putting a pole on their property. Your conversation with your neighbour must have gone well…

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Eiji
Mar 19, 2024 9:53 pm
pizzashapes
pizzashapes
19 March

Designing, Building & Developing a Luxury home in Lindfield

Designing, Building & Developing a Luxury home in Lindfield

Just noticing the slight defensive response, so just wanted to clarify my post wasn’t intended to have a crack at you. Happy to have a factual…

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pizzashapes
Mar 19, 2024 1:57 pm
blacknwhite
blacknwhite
17 March

Any reputable custom builder in lake macquarie area

Any reputable custom builder in lake macquarie area

It is in lake macquarie area and dimensions are width 14 m and depth 8 m and the slope is 1/5 going down from the road.

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blacknwhite
Mar 17, 2024 8:02 pm
vin83
vin83
17 March

Building Valiente Two with McDonald Jones in Diamond Beach M

Building Valiente Two with McDonald Jones in Diamond Beach M
NSW

Hi Pete, the build is going but slow but steady. 3 weeks back frames gone up for Ground and 1st floor. Awaiting now on Hebel installation for the floors , roof up and…

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vin83
Mar 17, 2024 9:41 am
vin83

Crooked wall or cornice?

Crooked wall or cornice?
SA

The photo is not really clear but to me it looks like twist in the cornice. Slight anticlockwise rotation at the top of the cornice and slightly clockwise at bottom should…

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building-expert
Mar 16, 2024 10:39 pm
building-expert

Color experts kindly advise to finalise my exterior colors for my façade areas marked as 1, 2 & 3. Which render colors will be good: Render…

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balajmn
Mar 15, 2024 9:53 pm
MacRock
MacRock
15 March

Metricon Lumiere Colour Sceme

Metricon Lumiere Colour Sceme

We don’t live in VIC so want to know the exterior colours of Lumiere display so we can see it at the paint shop. Not building with Metricon so my request went…

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MacRock
Mar 15, 2024 9:44 pm
beesa888
beesa888
14 March

Build experience - Trend Connection Homes

Build experience - Trend Connection Homes

I'm interested in them too. Did you end up going with them?

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beesa888
Mar 14, 2024 10:39 pm
hiluxx
hiluxx
14 March

Cut and filled land

Cut and filled land
QLD

Thanks Craig! This make absolutely sense to me!!

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hiluxx
Mar 14, 2024 7:33 pm

Hi All, I just wanted to close this topic out with an update. So we ended up agreeing to a number with the insurance company, and after an extensive amount of hand…

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Ashington Homes
Mar 14, 2024 5:26 pm
Ashington Homes

PCA needed for EBH or Tyrell is good enough

PCA needed for EBH or Tyrell is good enough

Most of the time, council will push you out to a private certifier as it ties up their limited resources. Where a builder has gone belly up, the certifier passes the file…

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BuildingandLegal
Mar 14, 2024 4:18 pm
BuildingandLegal

Building on uneven land

Building on uneven land

I don't think you're getting a response because you are not quite clear on what the issue is. yep, the site is not level, no site is! but are you just building a garage?…

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BuildingandLegal
Mar 14, 2024 4:01 pm
BuildingandLegal
Ibuild7
Ibuild7
14 March

Henley Homes

Henley Homes

Would any one know if Henley Homes is a good Builder to use I seen many reasonable but also many poor reviews With so many builder going bust I thought they would be a…

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Ibuild7
Mar 14, 2024 3:09 pm
NKVA24
NKVA24
10 March

Arli Homes

Arli Homes
VIC

Hi awkwajena, Any luck with looking into arli?

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NKVA24
Mar 10, 2024 7:00 pm
NKVA24
NKVA24
10 March

New Homes - Arli Homes

New Homes - Arli Homes

Hi there! Putting the feelers out there for those who have (or almost) built with Arli homes! Interested in your experiences who've built from their stock home designs…

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NKVA24
Mar 10, 2024 6:58 pm

Beacon Lighting 20% Discount

Beacon Lighting 20% Discount
1, 2, 3

Hey Lisa Yes I can still share them. Just PM me your details and I put them in the Beacon system and it sends out the codes to you Cheers Simeon

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Ashington Homes
Mar 10, 2024 8:47 am
Ashington Homes

Any expereince with Exhibit Design and Construction?

Any expereince with Exhibit Design and Construction?

I have just moved in to my new EDC build after signing the contract 2.5 years ago. While the build seems okay as we haven’t had our inspector go through yet, the…

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Still building
Mar 08, 2024 4:03 pm

Hi All, Running on the theme that every day is a school day, I just wanted to follow up yesterday's post with some pictures explaining how we are dropping the ceiling due…

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Ashington Homes
Mar 08, 2024 2:31 pm
Ashington Homes

Sydney Water Board Sewer across House

Sydney Water Board Sewer across House

Thanks for clarifying. Sorry I misunderstood your point

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Ashington Homes
Mar 07, 2024 2:27 pm
Ashington Homes
vivi1907
vivi1907
7 March

Retaining wall to garage wall

Retaining wall to garage wall

Thank you again Simeon.. I will call my certifier for that. Have a good day

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vivi1907
Mar 07, 2024 11:18 am

Structural Drawings

Structural Drawings
NSW

Peter In NSW your Certifier will have a copy, and the Certifier works for you not the builder. They are your representative so just contact them and ask for a…

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Ashington Homes
Mar 07, 2024 9:13 am
Ashington Homes
REDBRICK
REDBRICK
6 March

HELP! External Sheathing on a timber frame. Builder unsure?

HELP! External Sheathing on a timber frame. Builder unsure?

Thanks Pulse, thats really helpful and very much appreciated. Also thanks for the pointer on sheathing, thats me watching too many american youtube videos!

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REDBRICK
Mar 06, 2024 2:17 pm
REDBRICK

Solar system question

Solar system question

Honestly, Solax panels have a reputation for being low end inverters. Stay away from them. There are much better budget inverters out there. Jinko panels have come a fair…

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Justin Davis - 9314
Mar 06, 2024 8:30 am

Metricon Merricks 42 Clarion - Melbourne

Metricon Merricks 42 Clarion - Melbourne
QLD
1 ... 5, 6, 7

Nice! Looks pretty good. Will be interesting to see how well the sungrows perform over time.

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Justin Davis - 9314
Mar 06, 2024 8:20 am

Building Contract and Upgrades

Building Contract and Upgrades
WA

Legally No, you have a Contract. Your Contract may have exit clauses. have a look. However, Your solar installer will likely want to upgrade you, because they will make…

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Justin Davis - 9314
Mar 06, 2024 8:19 am

Looking for the perfect design - 2 storey in Qld

Looking for the perfect design - 2 storey in Qld
QLD

We used a smaller qld builder who went bankrupt about 12 months after completion of ours. It was a shame as they were good and relatively cheap and I would have used…

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supersleuth
Mar 05, 2024 4:53 pm
PD2366
PD2366
4 March

Building with Kurmond Homes

Building with Kurmond Homes
NSW
1 ... 92, 93, 94

Avoid Kurmond Homes. Our experience was absolutely disappointing and heartbreaking. We spent 30k, and 2 years later still no DA. The design and pre-construction team are…

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PD2366
Mar 04, 2024 3:28 pm
SonjiL
SonjiL
4 March

Certificates during construction or handover

Certificates during construction or handover

Can you give advice on how to get missing certificates needed for a form 21? Our bank requires us to provide one but we are missing 4 building certificates from our first…

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SonjiL
Mar 04, 2024 10:32 am
homediyguy
homediyguy
4 March

Two storey house construction cost

Two storey house construction cost

there is a few calculators you can use if you just google it

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homediyguy
Mar 04, 2024 7:28 am
Butler48
Butler48
3 March

MCDONALD JONES MONTEREY

MCDONALD JONES MONTEREY

Hi. We are in gerringong and looking at the Monterey split level through McDonald jones. Still no display home for this and nothing much online. Assume yours is…

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Butler48
Mar 03, 2024 10:12 am
MarieD2B
MarieD2B
2 March

NEW BUILD IN FNQ

NEW BUILD IN FNQ

Hi folks, Hope this finds you well. I am looking at a new build in Cannonvale/ Bowen area. To make things worse, it is a C3 zone. The vision is for a double storey house…

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1484
MarieD2B
Mar 02, 2024 1:15 pm

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