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Becster
Becster
16 July 2009

driveway after handover

driveway after handover

We had washed aggregate poured for our driveway. The concreter knew the council specifications and ensured that the driveway was in compliance. We did not need to submit…

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Becster
Jul 16, 2009 6:59 pm
Pebble
Pebble
16 July 2009

final Inspection-HANDOVER

final Inspection-HANDOVER
VIC

Well with our place everything had to be done so it was "livable" before handover (getting the keys after bank payment).Things like hot water, oven, lighting, basically…

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Pebble
Jul 16, 2009 8:27 pm
Pebble
Emmsie
Emmsie
16 July 2009

Hello, hello

Hello, hello
VIC

What a bugger about the curtains! D8llar i just went in with plans and told them what i want- gave me a written quote no problem. Was stood up today for the second time…

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Emmsie
Jul 16, 2009 10:13 pm
Haven
Haven
17 July 2009

Hmm, what to do? Sacrafice something for the brick we want?

Hmm, what to do? Sacrafice something for the brick we want?
VIC

Sun, I love the Zinc brick too. :D We have visited a display home where the facade that we are getting has a feature wall of Zinc bricks. Needless to say, it's the…

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Haven
Jul 17, 2009 8:24 am
Haven
mel_b
mel_b
17 July 2009

My First House - M3tricon Belize @ TG

My First House - M3tricon Belize @ TG
1, 2

So I thought I would add updates based on my house also. I went yesterday to catch up with my carpenter as I'm getting a quote for the decking and possibly a pergola from…

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mel_b
Jul 17, 2009 11:32 am
gettingThere
gettingThere
17 July 2009

gettingThere's house/still deciding on the colour scheme

gettingThere's house/still deciding on the colour scheme
SA
1, 2

Received an email from the Council. Our building approval is appearently in the mail. YAY! Should be hopefully getting it on Monday.

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gettingThere
Jul 17, 2009 8:04 pm
FND
FND
17 July 2009

Henley HIA Contract

Henley HIA Contract
VIC

I would also ensure that the subject to finance clause is there. Look through all the line item costs. Make sure that everything that u have requested are there. And…

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FND
Jul 17, 2009 9:19 pm
zaphod
zaphod
17 July 2009

mortar? with pics

mortar? with pics
1, 2

zaphod... I am so sorry. I think I would cry if this happened to me. Please, if you haven't done so already, take the advice given earlier in…

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zaphod
Jul 17, 2009 11:05 pm
buzz
buzz
17 July 2009

Advice re: small pergola

Advice re: small pergola
NSW

Thanks Dukekamaya! Your expertise is very much appreciated. I'll pass those details on to my DH and Dad... I'm just the coordinator! thanks again :) buzz

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buzz
Jul 18, 2009 12:23 am
buzz
onc_artisan
onc_artisan
18 July 2009

Tilt-Slab residential builders in Perth, WA?

Tilt-Slab residential builders in Perth, WA?
WA

Recently we priced 24 units - 2 story / 3 level, 3 bed, study, kit/dinning, lounge, undercroft pk, polished concrete throughout, stairs and upperdecks. on 250sq mtrs...…

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onc_artisan
Jul 18, 2009 3:05 am
onc_artisan
whoville
whoville
18 July 2009

City of Casey - Crushed Rock requirement

City of Casey - Crushed Rock requirement
VIC

Hi We have to pay $570 for crushed rock

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whoville
Jul 18, 2009 3:59 am
whoville
whoville
whoville
18 July 2009

~ Kylie's Custom Build ~ Comments on Draft Floorplan please!

~ Kylie's Custom Build ~ Comments on Draft Floorplan please!
QLD

WOW, it looks like it is going to be a fantastic house!! I think I would change the kitchen bench to an Island bench, can't see anything other than that I would…

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whoville
Jul 18, 2009 4:11 am
whoville
greenfarm222
greenfarm222
18 July 2009

Bryan & Peterson Builders

Bryan & Peterson Builders
VIC

Hi We are looking at the Aspen plan with this builder. I know people who have built with them and they are a reputable company. We live in the West of Oz but are building…

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greenfarm222
Jul 18, 2009 1:12 pm
brendondanielle
brendondanielle
18 July 2009

Definition of LOCKUP in your contract pls

Definition of LOCKUP in your contract pls
NSW

That's pretty much what mine says. Also on double story homes lockup does not include garage roof trusses, roof tiles and garage door.

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brendondanielle
Jul 18, 2009 4:57 pm
Juzzo
Juzzo
18 July 2009

Office/study design

Office/study design

Thanks a lot for your reply Renee. That is what we basically had in mind, and I think it fits the room pretty good. Thanks again Juzzo

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Juzzo
Jul 18, 2009 5:37 pm
buildingwithhamra
buildingwithhamra
18 July 2009

Hope less town - interiors

Hope less town - interiors

My builder was brilliant with selections and variations. I could pick any tile/bath/toilet/sink/kitchen cabinet/carpet I liked at their suppliers showroom. I paid of course.

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buildingwithhamra
Jul 18, 2009 7:04 pm
virgin-builder
virgin-builder
18 July 2009

question answered

question answered
QLD

I think original quotes (which are in many cases 'cost estimates') are notoriously low to hook you into handing over $1000 to get a real quote. After you've given them…

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virgin-builder
Jul 18, 2009 10:19 pm
virgin-builder
virgin-builder
virgin-builder
18 July 2009

Fastest way to go CBD by transportation from Tarneit???

Fastest way to go CBD by transportation from Tarneit???
VIC

There are some trains from and to Laverton that bypass the Altona line and do not take much longer to get into the city than by car. Have a look www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au

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virgin-builder
Jul 18, 2009 10:28 pm
virgin-builder
homemaker
homemaker
19 July 2009

How would we get into the house?

How would we get into the house?
NSW

We want to have the living areas on the north side and the laundry moved so its next to backyard and so we have an exit thru there to back yard.

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homemaker
Jul 19, 2009 11:05 am
Mtuba2
Mtuba2
19 July 2009

ceilings and cornices..plz help!!

ceilings and cornices..plz help!!
WA

My house had the grey plaster, then the ceiling, then cornices and now the white plaster is being put on. Oh .. the windows were done between the ceiling and the…

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Mtuba2
Jul 19, 2009 2:38 pm
Mtuba2
Rowena
Rowena
19 July 2009

Dilemma about a site survey

Dilemma about a site survey
VIC

Thanks for all of your help. We have decided not to pay because how do we know that the pegs weren't already there to begin with but have now just been uncovered (it…

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Rowena
Jul 19, 2009 7:01 pm
Rowena
Mtuba2
Mtuba2
19 July 2009

Step from house into garage

Step from house into garage
WA

Oh good. I am glad that I hopefully have the Australian Standards on my side, and that I won't have to pay to have it made wider. Even sober I am sure we will have a…

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Mtuba2
Jul 19, 2009 9:39 pm
Mtuba2
gettingThere
gettingThere
19 July 2009

Our neighbor wants to put up a new fence ...

Our neighbor wants to put up a new fence ...
1, 2

So our neighbour has sold their property with the provision that they erect a fence, which is great. She is going to arrange another quote and send some colour samples to…

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gettingThere
Jul 19, 2009 9:40 pm
stonecutter1309
stonecutter1309
19 July 2009

Stonecutters Ridge site cost

Stonecutters Ridge site cost
NSW

made 4 u - your profile doesn't tell us which state you're in - Stonecutters Ridge is your typical Sydney estate - strong clay component in the…

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stonecutter1309
Jul 19, 2009 10:22 pm
stonecutter1309
kyton
kyton
19 July 2009

Poll - Initial Deposit to Construction - How long?

Poll - Initial Deposit to Construction - How long?
VIC
1, 2

Private builder and really won't help you that much but.... Initial deposit paid Jan 08 Colour Selections Feb 09 Site start Mar 09 No major reasons why the length of…

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kyton
Jul 19, 2009 11:58 pm
kyton
CiNnY
CiNnY
19 July 2009

Bent Gutters

Bent Gutters
SA

we have a section of gutter and fascia that is dinted and we bought it up with our SS who said he will replace it just before we move in so it doesnt get damaged again!

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CiNnY
Jul 20, 2009 12:06 am
fall guy
fall guy
19 July 2009

rough costs for house foundation installation.

rough costs for house foundation installation.
WA

G'day guys & girls, we are in preparation for starting our owner build project & currently obtaining realistic costs before full speed ahead. i was hoping someone on…

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fall guy
Jul 20, 2009 12:11 am
zaphod
zaphod
20 July 2009

Mortor issue/ Brick issue?

Mortor issue/ Brick issue?
VIC

Oh dear ,I feel guilty now, complaining about shonky out of code brickwork, i'm so selfish. I shoud be more forgiving and considerate to the poor, underpaid trades people,…

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zaphod
Jul 20, 2009 8:23 am
78xtc
78xtc
20 July 2009

Why DIDN'T you choose Boral bricks?

Why DIDN'T you choose Boral bricks?

Pl@ntation's preferred supplier was PGH. Whilst we did like some of the Boral bricks we found we loved the PGH Sandstocks even better. Just didnt…

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78xtc
Jul 20, 2009 1:37 pm
poonam
poonam
20 July 2009

Daisy 2400 with Burbank

Daisy 2400 with Burbank
VIC

Thanks for ur inputs Helyn n Vish.... Helyn...we had actually considered swapping kitchen/meals n theatre but bcoz of the extra cost due to structural change n redraw fees…

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poonam
Jul 20, 2009 2:19 pm
vanessad
vanessad
20 July 2009

Interim Occupation Certificate

Interim Occupation Certificate

Thanks guys, I spoke to our independent inspectors, and they have confirmed that the home builder apply for the inspection after practical completion. I was told that it…

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vanessad
Jul 20, 2009 2:33 pm
thechlochlo
thechlochlo
20 July 2009

Worried about Blue Rain Brick any other suggestions?

Worried about Blue Rain Brick any other suggestions?

Hi all we love Selkirks Blue Rain Brick and have picked this for our house, but having heard some horror stories regarding fading and chippings I'm starting to think we…

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thechlochlo
Jul 20, 2009 2:51 pm
thechlochlo
Macy
Macy
20 July 2009

Any idea what is wrong with this feature wall paint??

Any idea what is wrong with this feature wall paint??
VIC

Hi. Just wondering how things went with your feature wall?

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Macy
Jul 20, 2009 3:53 pm
billdsl
billdsl
20 July 2009

Price of Gas Cylinders.....

Price of Gas Cylinders.....
QLD

hot water systems chew through gas, that's why i opted for a heat pump system as we only have access to gas through bottles. we have 5 in the family now and the gas bill…

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billdsl
Jul 20, 2009 4:15 pm
billdsl
virgin-builder
virgin-builder
20 July 2009

good builder????

good builder????
VIC

Ask for references from the builder but…

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virgin-builder
Jul 20, 2009 7:37 pm
virgin-builder
cheriemaze
cheriemaze
20 July 2009

Framing Stage - are these acceptable??

Framing Stage - are these acceptable??

Thanks for those replies. I am okay with those noggins but not the cracked frames due to unskilled hammering ::study::

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cheriemaze
Jul 20, 2009 7:56 pm
miffers
miffers
20 July 2009

Has your land increased in value in the last 6 mths?

Has your land increased in value in the last 6 mths?
VIC
1, 2

I would have preferred the land value to increase a little bit though in a year.. even $500 would have been nice! I actually work for one of the banks so have seen many a…

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miffers
Jul 20, 2009 9:36 pm
miffers
serge44
serge44
20 July 2009

Henley Circa VK1

Henley Circa VK1
VIC

harribeka, I'm doing a Verve Stila BK1. Just finished the bricks - click on the sig for a looky. I'm pretty sure "sataymas" is also about to start with a Circa too.

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serge44
Jul 20, 2009 9:53 pm
serge44
blessedpeople
blessedpeople
20 July 2009

Show me your Colorbond Ironstone Roofing...Please.

Show me your Colorbond Ironstone Roofing...Please.

we've used ironstone...check out our thread below.

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blessedpeople
Jul 20, 2009 10:16 pm
blessedpeople
Annietom
Annietom
20 July 2009

kevin the inspector

kevin the inspector

I might use that A Inspection people you mentioned... I'll let you know how I go!

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Annietom
Jul 20, 2009 10:17 pm
Annietom
Anna1
Anna1
20 July 2009

Need advice on this house plan - updated plan

Need advice on this house plan - updated plan
VIC
1, 2, 3

I'd open it up, the more open the better, as you said you can put a divider in later if you want to. If its bugging you now, it will really bug you once you are living there.

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Anna1
Jul 20, 2009 11:59 pm
Anna1
beegeers
beegeers
21 July 2009

Experiences of Beachlife Homes or Dona Homes??

Experiences of Beachlife Homes or Dona Homes??
VIC

It appears that they may have changed about building this side. Did you find there pricing competitive ?? Sorry just saw this post We…

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beegeers
Jul 21, 2009 8:53 am
onc_artisan
onc_artisan
21 July 2009

Anyone did this?

Anyone did this?

Yeh they are called renderers

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onc_artisan
Jul 21, 2009 9:51 am
onc_artisan
Bananas
Bananas
21 July 2009

M3tricon and Zero Offset - Urgent meant to sign Fri

M3tricon and Zero Offset - Urgent meant to sign Fri

Debmc What estate in Sydney are you in. I think you may find you have to either build on the boundary or 900mm away from it. Not in between. So they may not be able to go…

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Bananas
Jul 21, 2009 9:52 am
goondog
goondog
21 July 2009

Cost of variations to standard plan -share your experiences?

Cost of variations to standard plan -share your experiences?
VIC

Hey Nervous, We paid our $1K and are still waiting on our contracts. They have promised us that we should have them this weekend, so if all goes to plan we will be…

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goondog
Jul 21, 2009 10:53 am
aleisha-jade
aleisha-jade
21 July 2009

Eden Brae SAVILLE 23

Eden Brae SAVILLE 23
NSW

We had our colour appointment this week and we picked the following colours BRICK- PGH PLAZZO CAMELLO ROOF- MONIER TRADITIONAL SAMBUCA WINDOWS- BOND…

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aleisha-jade
Jul 21, 2009 1:12 pm
andy_min
andy_min
21 July 2009

Thoughts on external colour selections

Thoughts on external colour selections

What house/ Facade are these colours going on? It may help people visualise what it will look like. Min

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andy_min
Jul 21, 2009 1:16 pm
andy_min
emilygirl
emilygirl
21 July 2009

soil ratings...

soil ratings...

Hi.. Thanks thats a great thread....

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emilygirl
Jul 21, 2009 4:48 pm

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