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SaveH2O
SaveH2O
25 April

AllCastle Cashback offer 2023

AllCastle Cashback offer 2023

Was the offer also on their website? If so, you could check the Wayback Machine.

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SaveH2O
Apr 25, 2024 8:01 am
SaveH2O

Tree on Driveway

Tree on Driveway

Hi All, Im in the Hornsby council, and need to remove a tree on the natures strip for a driveway. Been trying to call and done online requests for weeks now, but just…

0
1398
Sleepless Knights
Apr 24, 2024 1:54 pm
lilijana
lilijana
24 April

Building With AllCastle Homes

Building With AllCastle Homes
NSW
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Hi may I please check. Did you get any aback offers with your contract? Would you have the brochure by any chance ? We signed up end of year but I did not save the…

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lilijana
Apr 24, 2024 1:33 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
24 April

Carlisle Building Experience

Carlisle Building Experience

Carlisle use to sneak a water resistant "Performance Solution" into their contracts. Have you checked your contract for same?

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10975
SaveH2O
Apr 24, 2024 12:32 am
SaveH2O

Getting a construction lawyer

Getting a construction lawyer
QLD

Mofflepop, Are you building around Qld Manly? Building & Legal is a partnership between a construction guy and a construction Lawyer. Construction: we have…

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BuildingandLegal
Apr 23, 2024 8:34 pm
BuildingandLegal
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Pedro4137
Apr 23, 2024 6:54 pm

I haven’t. But have a Lowe Design home. Not only did I find Matt Lowe patronising and a bully, but the home is NOT TO CODE. I have water coming through the bricks…

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15140
Donna-M
Apr 23, 2024 2:05 pm
Bro
Bro
23 April

NCC Changes Coming 1 May 2024

NCC Changes Coming 1 May 2024

I engaged my builder in December last year and we’ve been working on preliminary drawings for last couple of months. I got a call from the salesperson this morning…

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Bro
Apr 23, 2024 11:53 am
awratten
awratten
23 April

How to qualify for 6-star energy rating (pre NCC 2022)

How to qualify for 6-star energy rating (pre NCC 2022)

10 years ago was a different software than we use now. it has had a lot of changes over the past years. Improvments to the software and changes to how Nathers models need…

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1981
awratten
Apr 23, 2024 11:06 am
awratten

Two storey house construction cost

Two storey house construction cost

The price you're seeing for a high-spec 2-storey home in Perth sounds steep, but unfortunately, it's kind of the norm these…

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9400
BarbaraHenry45
Apr 23, 2024 7:56 am
sun_kdr
sun_kdr
22 April

Dean Homes

Dean Homes
VIC

Hello Venusmarz, we are considering Dean Homes for our project, may I know how did your build go? Also if your home is completed how is after build service? Were there any…

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6121
sun_kdr
Apr 22, 2024 9:21 pm
Mattms
Mattms
22 April

Knock Down Rebuild : Site survey - own or via builder?

Knock Down Rebuild : Site survey - own or via builder?
NSW

Anyone knows which builders in NSW that uses Fair Trading contract...?

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Mattms
Apr 22, 2024 9:18 pm
Bimbob
Bimbob
21 April

smart or normal switches

smart or normal switches

Shelly switches require a paid subscription for full access to all features which is ridiulous given the lifespan of a home and if you were to sell it or buy a home with…

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4862
Bimbob
Apr 21, 2024 12:38 pm

Waterproofing around door jam?

Waterproofing around door jam?
SA

Screed is installed before or after, what was not up to code? You have 4x images, door frame, The work is poorly applied rough, with no care for how it should be done, if…

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BuildingandLegal
Apr 20, 2024 7:04 pm
BuildingandLegal

I am building Enfield 201 by Mimosa Homes - York Facade Link: https://www.mimosahomes.com.au/new-homes/enfield-201/ I did my colour appointment last week. I am looking…

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997
Dreams_come_true
Apr 20, 2024 4:25 pm
jagberg
jagberg
18 April

Electricity Pit Before Demolition

Electricity Pit Before Demolition

When I dealt with a similar situation, I found that directly informing the electricity provider about the demolition plans helped prevent any service disruptions. This…

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6918
jagberg
Apr 18, 2024 9:01 pm
RogerD68
RogerD68
18 April

Our Carolina (slightly modified) Build With Montgomery Homes

Our Carolina (slightly modified) Build With Montgomery Homes
NSW
1, 2

Hello just wanted to see the noise level between the top and bottom floor. Does noise travel. Also do the two lots of stairs bother you

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RogerD68
Apr 18, 2024 6:02 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
18 April

Minimum 100,000 litre water tank

Minimum 100,000 litre water tank

As is per usual for many of the past failed RWH regulations, it is probably traceable to a bureaucrat who's ego overrode the need to seek the appropriate expert…

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SaveH2O
Apr 18, 2024 4:45 pm
SaveH2O
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
18 April

Does concrete foam filler need to be sealed?

Does concrete foam filler need to be sealed?

There is nothing in the various codes and standards that puts this requirement on the builder to do. I think that is what you are asking. Don't waste time trying to get…

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ponzutwo
Apr 18, 2024 10:46 am
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
18 April

Million dollar home in Perth

Million dollar home in Perth
1 ... 4, 5, 6

if you call those builders and ask them, they will give you a range based on finish

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ponzutwo
Apr 18, 2024 10:07 am

I have a house and land. The land is 300 square meter . The construction is near finish(80%) .And I received a slab M class to H class variation $4730, and Drop Edge…

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Mandy1222
Apr 17, 2024 7:33 pm
Noobbuild
Noobbuild
16 April

Hardie Linea Vs BGC Nuline Plus

Hardie Linea Vs BGC Nuline Plus
VIC

We are building a house that was planned to be clad in Hardie Linea, our builder has now requested to swap this for BGC Nuline Plus. They look fairly similar and he has…

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1138
Noobbuild
Apr 16, 2024 8:28 pm
T.H
T.H
16 April

Montgomery Homes

Montgomery Homes
NSW

I initially came on here and read these reviews before we chose a builder. We bit the bullet and went with Montgomery cause we heard good things through friends. We are…

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15744
T.H
Apr 16, 2024 4:37 pm
HomeoneHR
HomeoneHR
16 April

Henley Homes

Henley Homes

Hi, If you give a set of criteria as to what means 'good' to you, it'll give others prompts to respond. We considered Henley early on but there were two factors that…

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12294
HomeoneHR
Apr 16, 2024 11:48 am
HomeoneHR
HomeoneHR
16 April

Arli Homes

Arli Homes
VIC

Hi, We didn't end up going with them but they were a close second on our list. If our current choice of builder falls through Arli will be next cab off the rank. They…

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17013
HomeoneHR
Apr 16, 2024 11:38 am
kingsway
kingsway
15 April

Builder designers in Melbourne?

Builder designers in Melbourne?

Any recommended small/medium builder designers here in Melbourne Victoria? Thanks

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1029
kingsway
Apr 15, 2024 4:20 pm
lilijana
lilijana
15 April

AllCastle Homes has anyone built in 2023

AllCastle Homes has anyone built in 2023

Hi we are looking to talk to people who have built with them recently. We have signed mid range built contract but identified that a lot of things are not included.…

0
1202
lilijana
Apr 15, 2024 1:51 am
Sara thy
Sara thy
14 April

White based tiles for both Indoor living & Outdoor Alfresco

White based tiles for both Indoor living & Outdoor Alfresco

thanks. the above one is white Mat tiles and have gripness so going for this Mat tiles for both indoor and outdoor. Beaumont told it can be used in both indoor and…

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1939
Sara thy
Apr 14, 2024 11:22 pm

Is it possible to get the Coral Homes Highlands 36 home?

Is it possible to get the Coral Homes Highlands 36 home?
QLD

In Qld it is a requirement that a builder must have a cost breakdown, for building a home to the same specification, with the same inclusions and the same finish. So ask…

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4744
BuildingandLegal
Apr 14, 2024 10:39 pm
BuildingandLegal

Pre Lining Inspection with defects

Pre Lining Inspection with defects
NSW

There are a lot of private inspectors should have stayed working as tradies!! Firstly, you paid for a professional opinion of the works, if he has picked up on an item he…

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2347
BuildingandLegal
Apr 14, 2024 10:36 pm
BuildingandLegal
Metamorf
Metamorf
12 April

DA Application Cost Estimate

DA Application Cost Estimate

A question for all of humanity: how much does an architectural and construction project cost with approval of the “DA” kit in Sydney for a 3-storey villa of 400-600m2?

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Metamorf
Apr 12, 2024 5:27 am
Sara thy
Sara thy
12 April

combining the ceiling fan switch, light switch, dimmer switc

combining the ceiling fan switch, light switch, dimmer switc

Any electricians here please help. 1) Will the Fan need separate switch to ON/OFF/Speed eventhough it comes with Remote 2) how about…

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1555
Sara thy
Apr 12, 2024 12:13 am
DraftRoom
DraftRoom
10 April

New Fence - Boundary

New Fence - Boundary
VIC

Hi, It’s important to keep in mind that dividing fences have thickness, so it’s impracticable to expect them to be wholly constructed within the neighbouring…

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18562
DraftRoom
Apr 10, 2024 9:57 am
DraftRoom
beesa888
beesa888
10 April

Build experience - Trend Connection Homes

Build experience - Trend Connection Homes

How has your experience been like so far?

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51361
beesa888
Apr 10, 2024 12:04 am

Frame Cracks & Cuts on Beam

Frame Cracks & Cuts on Beam

This should not happen, when the timber arrives on site, bent studs should be separated to be cut for noggings and blocks. The studs should never be bad enough to…

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11990
building-expert
Apr 09, 2024 5:12 pm
building-expert
judder
judder
8 April

Is this too low vs Cross Over/Street Level?

Is this too low vs Cross Over/Street Level?
VIC

Thanks! I'm spoke to the builder I'm not sure if this is all true but basically went along the lines of they considered all options and if I was to compact and fill it…

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7448
judder
Apr 08, 2024 10:36 pm
tmsani
tmsani
8 April

Demolishing Costs in Perth

Demolishing Costs in Perth
WA

Will the demolishing company remove the trees & stumps as well or do we need to get tree lopper to do the trees before we engage demo company?

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20472
tmsani
Apr 08, 2024 1:44 pm
mark1
mark1
7 April

Storm water overflow pit, is this right?

Storm water overflow pit, is this right?
WA

Thanks for that, the PVC pipe is still about 40cm below ground level and it sticks out of the sand with no end cap or anything on it just open pipe, is this the finished…

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10649
mark1
Apr 07, 2024 8:21 pm
J Glover
J Glover
7 April

XCEM Alphafloor vs Hebel Power Floor Subfloor option

XCEM Alphafloor vs Hebel Power Floor Subfloor option

Would also like an opinion from anyone that has used xcem over hebel for floors. Thanks

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14636
J Glover
Apr 07, 2024 2:15 pm
Ansleena
Ansleena
6 April

Plumber incorrectly installed kitchen drainage pipe

Plumber incorrectly installed kitchen drainage pipe

Thank you... it has not been easy. The builder ended up agreeing to do the repairs and restoration and claim from the plumber's trade insurance.. I am glad it is over…

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23643
Ansleena
Apr 06, 2024 4:42 pm
Ian-Nolan
Ian-Nolan
6 April

Internal brick walls VS timber stud frames?

Internal brick walls VS timber stud frames?

Are there any downsides to double brick internal walls? I want to suggest this to the architect. Ian.

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Ian-Nolan
Apr 06, 2024 4:04 pm
BDL2024
BDL2024
6 April

Elliot Hardie Homes

Elliot Hardie Homes

The reviews are fake - we discovered they are mostly written by their staff or suppliers they deal with. We just built with EHH. The most heartbreaking experience of our…

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19225
BDL2024
Apr 06, 2024 3:36 pm
ppetrovski
ppetrovski
5 April

Building with Wisdom Homes

Building with Wisdom Homes
NSW
1 ... 826, 827, 828

How do you find empire oak is it very fingerprinty?

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3777196
ppetrovski
Apr 05, 2024 9:17 pm

Eden Brae Homes Feedback

Eden Brae Homes Feedback

I built with EB back on 2009. Check out this thread on this forum. viewtopic.php?f=31&t=12911&p=154061#p154061 I can't speak for recent expericience however, we had no…

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23773
KnockItDown
Apr 05, 2024 8:26 am
KnockItDown

Slab for 424 sqm house in North Kellyville NSW

Slab for 424 sqm house in North Kellyville NSW
NSW

Petercurtis You able to contact the certifier and get a copy of your structural plans, if they are not in your contract. If your home was approved via CDC then they…

1
20305
Ashington Homes
Apr 05, 2024 6:08 am
Ashington Homes
Falcon81
Falcon81
4 April

New Home Build - Boundary Retaining Wall replacement advice

New Home Build - Boundary Retaining Wall replacement advice

Can anyone recommend a good/affordable retaining wall and fence builder that I can get a quote from located in Sydney?

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Falcon81
Apr 04, 2024 9:25 am
Optimist
Optimist
3 April

Builder Recommendation >> CG vs TA vs Glenvill vs Metricon

Builder Recommendation >> CG vs TA vs Glenvill vs Metricon

Hey guys, I have just purchased a block of land in Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. The block size is 630 Sq Mtrs (land settlement is due in 6 months). This is purely an…

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24552
Optimist
Apr 03, 2024 9:53 pm
Optimist
Sara thy
Sara thy
3 April

PoE Intercom & NVR Camera

PoE Intercom & NVR Camera

which 1) PoE based video intercom is best for two storey home. I am looking with two monitor, one in GF and another FF so someone in home can…

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25169
Sara thy
Apr 03, 2024 3:14 pm

Custom Build, Pool concreting pics 2/4/2024

Custom Build, Pool concreting pics 2/4/2024
1 ... 4, 5, 6

The main thing is your engineers signed off on it so my opinion doesnt matter :) So happy it's worked out and looks amazing

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437990
Ashington Homes
Apr 03, 2024 11:02 am
Ashington Homes
cinder
cinder
2 April

Hamptons double-storey Melb - back landscaping stage 2

Hamptons double-storey Melb - back landscaping stage 2
VIC
1 ... 41, 42, 43

I got a notification that someone posted a new post which I saw, now - it's not there! Anyway, we got solar panels done in the past week which has somewhat diminished the…

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222422
cinder
Apr 02, 2024 8:15 pm
cinder

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