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-TheMacks-
-TheMacks-
10 February 2020

Building wth HGWA in Two rocks WA

Building wth HGWA in Two rocks WA
WA

Thanks Amilelka & Chippy, yup we just looked at the hallway and entry, its to tight, will get that opened back upto i think it was 1200mm before, this is 900 after…

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-TheMacks-
Feb 10, 2020 9:58 pm
GLO
GLO
10 February 2020

master plan query New Breeze

master plan query New Breeze
NSW

This may help. Infrastructure Services Delivery Plan - Campbelltown City

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GLO
Feb 10, 2020 3:01 pm
Sabeens
Sabeens
10 February 2020

Internal Walls - Help please Surfmist Vs Winter Ice

Internal Walls - Help please Surfmist Vs Winter Ice

Thank you! and apolgies for the super late response :)

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Sabeens
Feb 10, 2020 1:35 pm
building-expert
building-expert
10 February 2020

How do Provisional Sums work?

How do Provisional Sums work?
VIC

General points about Provisional Sums 1 Provisional sum is your money in the contract as a contingency should it arise 2 or alternatively a reasonable allowance for work…

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building-expert
Feb 10, 2020 1:06 pm
building-expert
Tanzybabe
Tanzybabe
10 February 2020

Mimosa Homes

Mimosa Homes

We did and we do NOT RECOMMENDED. Run away as far as you to another builder. If we had to build again (and mimosa ruined it for us!) i would only look at Boutique or…

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Tanzybabe
Feb 10, 2020 10:31 am
Rakhisingh
Rakhisingh
9 February 2020

Rothwell tarneit

Rothwell tarneit
VIC

. Hi I have purchase a lot in stage 20a Rothwell Tarneit , is any one here on stage 20,, the land title date is delayed and about to be on …

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Rakhisingh
Feb 09, 2020 10:15 pm
rforrob1964
rforrob1964
9 February 2020

Anyone building with Onley ?

Anyone building with Onley ?
VIC

wow, just stumbled across this forum and was really really surprised by the feedback,comments on Onley construction. We built with Onley const in 1994, in Hampton…

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rforrob1964
Feb 09, 2020 10:02 pm
arisankula
arisankula
9 February 2020

Metricon La Pyrenee

Metricon La Pyrenee
VIC

Hi Friends In case anyone has built or building Metricon's La Pyrenee, can you please advise what is the main render color of the home and the color of the ornate…

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arisankula
Feb 09, 2020 9:24 pm
GLO
GLO
9 February 2020

House and land package in Bardia

House and land package in Bardia

I know this is an old post, but $5500 isnt too much. You should find that it probably covers double glazed glass, and maybe even increased ceiling insulation or something…

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GLO
Feb 09, 2020 2:39 pm
Rhetti
Rhetti
9 February 2020

Battle Axe Block

Battle Axe Block

Depends If you mean does the m2 of my access handle contribute in terms of something like site cover (50% of the total m2) than yes. What does your title search say?…

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Rhetti
Feb 09, 2020 7:01 am
Rhetti
KelTrul
KelTrul
8 February 2020

What bricks did you choose - Show and Tell

What bricks did you choose - Show and Tell
VIC
1 ... 11, 12, 13

Hi, has anybody used PGH Platinum bricks or Breaking Dawn and if so any chance you have pictures? Trying to decide between the two..Cheers

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KelTrul
Feb 08, 2020 12:42 pm
rcj162000
rcj162000
8 February 2020

Delay with kitchen install due to weather??? reallly

Delay with kitchen install due to weather??? reallly

I agree with chippy however imo some builder these days are so time inefficient. Doesn't care how long the build will…

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rcj162000
Feb 08, 2020 10:44 am
insider
insider
7 February 2020

Soil Test

Soil Test
VIC

$350 -$500 If the land is not titled then getting access to the site may be difficult depending on the developer. The important thing is to make sure the subdivision…

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insider
Feb 07, 2020 7:17 pm
insider
iwannahouse
iwannahouse
7 February 2020

Rain and slab pour

Rain and slab pour
NSW

My house is all preped for slab pour (waffle slab) and now with the rain I'm worried how it will affect the prep work that's been done :-? Does it need to be completely dry…

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iwannahouse
Feb 07, 2020 5:42 pm
CoastalNewBuild
CoastalNewBuild
7 February 2020

m2 cost for custom build sunshine coast

m2 cost for custom build sunshine coast

The corner less stacker is already costed in. That was done early on in the piece. We do have to upgrade from regular to commercial doors for this (from Bradnams) , but…

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CoastalNewBuild
Feb 07, 2020 1:31 pm
Ghassanzakaria
Ghassanzakaria
7 February 2020

James Hardie Stria 255mm cladding vertical

James Hardie Stria 255mm cladding vertical

Hello, Just wondering if anyone has used James Hardie Stria, 255mm cladding vertically. Any photos? We're you happy with it. We are putting it on the upper level of 3…

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Ghassanzakaria
Feb 07, 2020 1:20 pm
cjld000
cjld000
6 February 2020

Claredon NSW - Paddington + Gallery fascade

Claredon NSW - Paddington + Gallery fascade

Hi all, I'm new and just discovered this forum - yay!! We are planning to build the paddington + rumpus room option and gallery fascade with Claredon and wondering if…

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cjld000
Feb 06, 2020 10:13 pm
l_vanslyke
l_vanslyke
6 February 2020

Rear Setback for small lot - Brisbane city council

Rear Setback for small lot - Brisbane city council

Sorry Romy, after doing a bit more digging referencing the "editors note" for A07 I have found the below: 1.7.6 Deemed compliance with site cover…

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l_vanslyke
Feb 06, 2020 10:18 am

https://forum.homeone.com.au/u/93062_1577945758.jpeg Hi all, I’m going to share our new build and the progress as…

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chriswilliams
Feb 05, 2020 11:40 am
ginzak
ginzak
4 February 2020

Driveway Issues

Driveway Issues

Yeah giving it another week or two before assessing how the driveway ends up. Might release the payment for the concreter and work in good faith if we need him to come…

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ginzak
Feb 04, 2020 10:23 pm
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ourrawsonbalmoral38
Feb 04, 2020 10:26 am
Lohithab
Lohithab
4 February 2020

Full house rendering with builder vs post handover

Full house rendering with builder vs post handover
VIC

Thanks for your prompt reply best specials. What is your opinion about spending $11k for bushfire attack levy of 12.5 while others are charging only $6000.

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Lohithab
Feb 04, 2020 10:20 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
4 February 2020

8.5m frontage - house meets both side fences. Weird?

8.5m frontage - house meets both side fences. Weird?
VIC

Hi sarahB welcome to the forum I suggest you put up a floor plan, elevation, data and areas As there are limited ways to configure and optimise such a narrow block 8-9m…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 04, 2020 9:44 am
StructuralBIMGuy
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
3 February 2020

Gutter Protection

Gutter Protection
VIC

I agree that many new homes have less than the required number of downpipes but roof drainage compliance is not calculated by the simplistic way you have referrred to.

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SaveH2O
Feb 03, 2020 5:59 pm
SaveH2O
Lohithab
Lohithab
3 February 2020

BaL 12.5

BaL 12.5
VIC

Hi there We are currently planning to build with Porter Davis waldorf grange 50. The quote was, site costs 24k and Bal 12.5 is 11k but the other builders are charging…

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Lohithab
Feb 03, 2020 3:53 pm
excitednewhomeowner
excitednewhomeowner
2 February 2020

Building in EVE Estate

Building in EVE Estate
VIC
1 ... 37, 38, 39

We left 2013. Interesting that not many people are left that were ones that built. I guess everyone had their reasons. We went past our house 6 months ago. The new…

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excitednewhomeowner
Feb 02, 2020 9:49 pm
luxbuild
luxbuild
2 February 2020

First steps for a newbie

First steps for a newbie

If the house you are in is ok, I would wait.. for two reasons.. 1) since you've just had a baby, the time you would like to spend choosing a builder/design/internal…

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luxbuild
Feb 02, 2020 8:46 pm
ravin
ravin
2 February 2020

Vancouver 29 from Porter Davis

Vancouver 29 from Porter Davis

Hi Friend, need help and review of Porter Davis in mount duneed. The design V-29 is what fits in our lot and we liked it as its N-north facing backyard. 1. Please suggest…

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ravin
Feb 02, 2020 8:01 pm
h.a
h.a
2 February 2020

New build 15sq

New build 15sq
VIC

Hi, I have purchased a small block of land in Wollert and have been getting quotes from the big builders (Metricon, Mimosa, Simmods, Dennis family and a few others) the…

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h.a
Feb 02, 2020 1:48 pm
luxbuild
luxbuild
2 February 2020

A/c duct

A/c duct

What about moving it into the WIR so the room size isnt affected and also reclaiming the unused duct into the robe in bed 1?

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luxbuild
Feb 02, 2020 11:47 am
manvettom
manvettom
1 February 2020

drain pipe mistake

drain pipe mistake
NSW

hi luxbuild, thank you for the update, yes it's for upstairs stack pipe

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manvettom
Feb 01, 2020 4:25 pm
msresearcher
msresearcher
1 February 2020

Monier roof tile colour help :)

Monier roof tile colour help :)
NSW

oh thats concerning! yikes. ive heard colorbond fades too, wonder which is worse with fading?! do you have pics before and after?

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msresearcher
Feb 01, 2020 8:24 am
aussieta
aussieta
1 February 2020

What do I do about this skylight - stupid

What do I do about this skylight - stupid
VIC

i wanted to build a carport council told me if it was over 4m long? from memory and enclosed on 3 sides, (house, back gate, side fence) it was considered a garage and i…

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aussieta
Feb 01, 2020 7:34 am
aussieta
dev039
dev039
31 January 2020

Retaining wall - kellyville

Retaining wall - kellyville

Hi we are struggling to build 21m both sides, 500m high retaining wall in kellyville :wink:.. any approx. idea about price. Also do we need to build it before moving or after…

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dev039
Jan 31, 2020 2:07 pm
99chrism
99chrism
30 January 2020

fencing fencing fencing - SA

fencing fencing fencing - SA

Hi, I would be inclined to contact your new neighbours by phone first (if you can get details from land agent) As they are building on new land (im presuming) then they…

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99chrism
Jan 30, 2020 7:49 pm
99chrism
99chrism
30 January 2020

Window splashback

Window splashback

I was quoted about $1500 for this - being 700 high x 2500 long

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99chrism
Jan 30, 2020 7:32 pm
99chrism
99chrism
30 January 2020

Window Reveals- Meranti vs timber

Window Reveals- Meranti vs timber

Meranti is a very good timber providing you are painting and not staining from what im told.

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99chrism
Jan 30, 2020 7:31 pm
99chrism
99chrism
30 January 2020

New home Building Inspector

New home Building Inspector

Hi All Building in SA with Metricon. Wonder if anyone has any building inspectors they could recommend for staged inspections?? Thankyou Christine

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99chrism
Jan 30, 2020 7:27 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
28 January 2020

Rainwater Tank in Melbourne

Rainwater Tank in Melbourne
VIC

A well designed harvested rainwater system has both tangible and intangible benefits. For example, a final rinse with rainwater will leave your car streak free. You are…

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SaveH2O
Jan 28, 2020 1:17 am
SaveH2O
ddarroch
ddarroch
28 January 2020

Building in Flame zone Sydney north shore

Building in Flame zone Sydney north shore
NSW

I have been in the industry for more than 20 years, I have a builder in mind for you, that deals with FZ on the north shore, if you would like to know more send me a…

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ddarroch
Jan 28, 2020 12:31 am
Gaudi
Gaudi
27 January 2020

Independent Building Surveyor or Builder's Surveyor

Independent Building Surveyor or Builder's Surveyor
VIC
1, 2

The RBS applies for the building permit once happy the documentation/plans meet code. IMO you’d get plans together first before seeking their input.

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Gaudi
Jan 27, 2020 10:45 pm
eisse_jay
eisse_jay
27 January 2020

Lawson22mk2

Lawson22mk2

Seems reasonable but not including any upgrades you may want later on e.g. electrical, color, flooring etc.

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eisse_jay
Jan 27, 2020 10:00 pm
GeneW
GeneW
27 January 2020

Metricon CSC very slow response. What are my options

Metricon CSC very slow response. What are my options
VIC

We just finished our build with Metricon. And repeated saw the same issues that you're having. We had 3 different site managers over the 10 month build, as they would…

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GeneW
Jan 27, 2020 5:34 pm
sbanu
sbanu
26 January 2020

Eden Brae vs Clarendon vs Mc Donald Jones

Eden Brae vs Clarendon vs Mc Donald Jones
NSW

thanks for your reply Norfolk. will definitely do that .

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sbanu
Jan 26, 2020 1:28 pm
One
One
26 January 2020

Final occupation certificate

Final occupation certificate
NSW

Hi, Does anyone know what the requirements for a final occupation certificate are? While I know we will get interim certificate on handover, I wanted to know what else…

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One
Jan 26, 2020 12:38 pm

The Facade The main colours are monument and grey. So here's the facade: The polished plaster will look like this: Face brick: Render A…

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AnjC
Jan 25, 2020 11:32 pm
Blacktea2sugars
Blacktea2sugars
25 January 2020

HELP:Builder wants to change door opening after construction

HELP:Builder wants to change door opening after construction
NSW

If you have evidence of another build utilising the door you want, and they agreed, then why the variation? If they cannot provide a reason why the smaller door has to go…

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Blacktea2sugars
Jan 25, 2020 10:38 pm
Blacktea2sugars
Build1234
Build1234
25 January 2020

Clarendon Homes | QLD | Sheridan 41

Clarendon Homes | QLD | Sheridan 41
QLD
1 ... 4, 5, 6

You’ve been in the house for a few months now, are you still happy with everything?

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Build1234
Jan 25, 2020 2:08 pm
saeen
saeen
25 January 2020

Engineering Changes Build - Dev Approval - Manor Lakes

Engineering Changes Build - Dev Approval - Manor Lakes
NSW

hi all started building in manor lakes - during frame stage builder was asked to modify in engineering and so amendment to building permit was issued and awaiting for some…

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saeen
Jan 25, 2020 11:49 am

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