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Forg
23 June 2012

Building a new house - new home ideas

Building a new house - new home ideas
VIC

I definitely can't answer the question with any authority! :) The ethernet cable is probably good for future addition of "stuff", however if you're not sure what needs to be…

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Forg
Jun 23, 2012 5:44 pm
retrovertigo
retrovertigo
24 June 2012

Do Colorbond Jasper windows go with Austral Jazz bricks?

Do Colorbond Jasper windows go with Austral Jazz bricks?
NSW

Thanks EcoFriendly, Vess and gogo! Your advice is greatly appreciated and it has confirmed our suspicions that the Jasper windows will not go well with our bricks and…

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retrovertigo
Jun 24, 2012 9:58 am
scotty78
scotty78
24 June 2012

Acreage house design/floor plan ideas

Acreage house design/floor plan ideas
QLD

Hi gerbz. If you budget is 400k and your going with an architetct then i dont think you will get much change for house design any larger than 30square. I'm building on…

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scotty78
Jun 24, 2012 6:02 pm
SunshineT
SunshineT
24 June 2012

How to calculate the building cost based on the square?

How to calculate the building cost based on the square?
VIC

That calculation sounds reasonable, particularly as you are being charged less for the garage (as you should, as there is less work / materials / labour involved). Many…

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SunshineT
Jun 24, 2012 9:32 pm
SunshineT
daveinthehills
daveinthehills
24 June 2012

Choosing a builder - 2700mm ceiling as a standard inclusion

Choosing a builder - 2700mm ceiling as a standard inclusion
VIC

Indeed. its simply more bricks and more plaster etc. Having it standard would just make you seem dearer than anyone else given the price scales with the size of the house.

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daveinthehills
Jun 25, 2012 12:05 am
Liliana
Liliana
25 June 2012

Staining and sealing wooden doors and windows

Staining and sealing wooden doors and windows

We are just about to have handover with our new build which has unprimed wooden doors and windows. I've just recently learned that the best time to seal these doors and…

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Liliana
Jun 25, 2012 8:58 am
froggy1976
froggy1976
25 June 2012

Cost to build a new house

Cost to build a new house

We are in Ascot Vale - Metro Melbourne. I have had a look at a few of the houses but I find that most don't have a price so you have to chat with someone. Not that I…

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froggy1976
Jun 25, 2012 2:55 pm
AnnieM
AnnieM
25 June 2012

Anyone built with Goldruby or Renaissance homes ACT?

Anyone built with Goldruby or Renaissance homes ACT?
ACT

I built with Goldruby and I am extremely happy. Before finding Mathew Smith I was having great difficulty finding a good builder at a reasonable price. Someone mentioned…

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AnnieM
Jun 25, 2012 5:23 pm
d3vil_nik
d3vil_nik
25 June 2012

Anyone recommend any good fencing people in wollert

Anyone recommend any good fencing people in wollert
VIC

Hey guys Im just having few issue with my next door not replying to any of my mail regarding a fence, i have heard that there is some company that do all the chaseing up…

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d3vil_nik
Jun 25, 2012 9:22 pm
ljoh03
ljoh03
26 June 2012

New Home - Facade Colour Selection

New Home - Facade Colour Selection
VIC

Thanks for your suggestions everyone! You've given us lots to think about!

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ljoh03
Jun 26, 2012 9:10 am
tengals
tengals
26 June 2012

Rejecting/disputing a variation...not happy

Rejecting/disputing a variation...not happy

thankyou, i will wait to see what the reply, hopefully today

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tengals
Jun 26, 2012 9:40 am
Treeseachanger
Treeseachanger
26 June 2012

OUR FIRST BUILD *Clarendon Build*

OUR FIRST BUILD *Clarendon Build*
NSW

Great blog, but NO FLOORPLAN???? Love to see it here!!!!

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1884
Treeseachanger
Jun 26, 2012 11:48 am
Mclaren
Mclaren
26 June 2012

Dechellis custom build - pic overload!!!

Dechellis custom build - pic overload!!!
SA
1, 2, 3, 4

Hello .... update please ..... ::lol::

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Mclaren
Jun 26, 2012 11:51 am
Mclaren
joannapaulp
joannapaulp
26 June 2012

Minimum distance between crossover and Telstra pit

Minimum distance between crossover and Telstra pit
VIC

I'm in liverpool Council in Sydney, and we have a Telstra pit about 50cm from our crossover

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joannapaulp
Jun 26, 2012 2:44 pm
buildingwest
buildingwest
26 June 2012

NBG Canterbury 27 - Little Update

NBG Canterbury 27 - Little Update
VIC
1 ... 12, 13, 14

Hi RL, Do you have any updates? Hoping your house is finished and you have moved in by now. Michelle

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buildingwest
Jun 26, 2012 3:35 pm
doczim
doczim
26 June 2012

Ceaserstone vs laminate to bathrooms scullary & laundry?????

Ceaserstone vs laminate to bathrooms scullary & laundry?????
WA

We have opted for stone everywhere. We actually asked for laminate in ensuite and bathroom but the builder priced stone and it was all within budget so we kept it. We are…

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doczim
Jun 26, 2012 10:11 pm

New to Building, what should be included in design?

New to Building, what should be included in design?
VIC

We are building for the first time too, and I was thinking about powerpoints, light switches etc. when it came to considering the build BUT... The first meeting they…

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1sttimebuilding2012
Jun 26, 2012 11:23 pm
Treeseachanger
Treeseachanger
27 June 2012

Can anyone suggest modular builders in WA?

Can anyone suggest modular builders in WA?
NSW

Wow that's terrible, unless they are so small they don't have enough sales staff to follow up!! :n: There are also a few architects out of Perth i'm thinking of.... depends…

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Treeseachanger
Jun 27, 2012 11:29 am
rjl_87
rjl_87
27 June 2012

Building Contract

Building Contract
QLD

We were told at contract signing if we cancel now that they will take their fees from our 5% deposit and refund the rest but didn't say how much that would be. I'm…

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rjl_87
Jun 27, 2012 4:00 pm
mapple
mapple
27 June 2012

Anyone can help with the additional cost for the plumbing?

Anyone can help with the additional cost for the plumbing?
NSW

Thanks for the reply. But i think it is not the case. We actually not until this stage to check whether we are within the zone of influence. Normally the builder will…

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mapple
Jun 28, 2012 12:38 am
bilal
bilal
28 June 2012

Building with Homestead SA. Advice good or bad please!!!!!

Building with Homestead SA. Advice good or bad please!!!!!
SA

Thanks dreamcometrue, I swear i did a search and couldn't find anything....hahaha It all looks good so far. The threat had some good info We…

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bilal
Jun 28, 2012 1:05 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
28 June 2012

1st floor windows in double storey

1st floor windows in double storey
VIC

:D Thanks... I learn heaps just being on here...

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ECOECO
Jun 28, 2012 9:49 am
ECOECO
koolsville
koolsville
28 June 2012

Koolsville's New Pad - Roof Tiles

Koolsville's New Pad - Roof Tiles
WA
1 ... 5, 6, 7

Thanks ::smile:: The garden gets lots of fertiliser!! The "stone" feature wall (internal and external) is actually a concrete cast of stone so it is much more affordable. We…

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koolsville
Jun 28, 2012 8:45 pm
koolsville
Forg
Forg
28 June 2012

Patio & balcony materials; heat retention & conduct...ance?

Patio & balcony materials; heat retention & conduct...ance?
NSW

Ta for that! Flooring, outside, though? Even worth considring, breezes blowing over the warmed flooring into the house in summer etc?

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Forg
Jun 28, 2012 11:22 pm
Debra50
Debra50
29 June 2012

Does anyone have a photo of Austral Homestead Blackwood?

Does anyone have a photo of Austral Homestead Blackwood?
VIC

Take a drive thru a new estate, you will see plenty of contrasts. Generally the darker bricks look better with the off white mortar; IMO ::wink::

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Debra50
Jun 29, 2012 11:47 am
Althom
Althom
29 June 2012

First time builder with DAH - Hopefully this is the end

First time builder with DAH - Hopefully this is the end
WA
1 ... 7, 8, 9

All done and looks a good job - service department at DAH did a good job in the end with some good attention by their management. They could probably teach the…

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Althom
Jun 29, 2012 12:06 pm
Althom
tengals
tengals
29 June 2012

BUILDING WITH HENLEY - CONTRACT HELP

BUILDING WITH HENLEY - CONTRACT HELP
VIC

yes subject to finance 30 days double check it before you sign

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tengals
Jun 29, 2012 12:17 pm
Onewheel
Onewheel
29 June 2012

Site cut and slab thickness

Site cut and slab thickness
VIC

Do you already have a builder for your home? Best to speak to them, they are the one's who should determine how much cut/ fill you require and they will draw up your plans…

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Onewheel
Jun 29, 2012 2:36 pm
OwnHome
OwnHome
29 June 2012

Oceanic with DAH - Pictures !!

Oceanic with DAH - Pictures !!
1 ... 7, 8, 9

Been away for a wahile and thought come back have a look. I have adjusted the return air vent to close more off which means more gushing noise but…

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OwnHome
Jun 29, 2012 3:10 pm
rodgo
rodgo
29 June 2012

Has anyone built a new home with Lowe Constructions?

Has anyone built a new home with Lowe Constructions?
VIC

Hi, I am a builder from the bayside area. I have seen a lot of Lowe work over the years and I personally think there designs are great. They also have developed a good…

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rodgo
Jun 29, 2012 3:46 pm
rodgo
rodgo
29 June 2012

Extra Cost to undermount Kitchen Sink

Extra Cost to undermount Kitchen Sink
QLD

The stonemason will have a rate they charge the builder then the builder will put his margin on. The only real difference to a standard sink is the cost of the sink and…

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rodgo
Jun 29, 2012 3:59 pm
rodgo
rodgo
29 June 2012

Do I need electricity plan and energy rating before get quo?

Do I need electricity plan and energy rating before get quo?
VIC

Hi you will need an energy report for when you apply for your building permit but an electrical plan is not really necessary.if its. Custom build explain all to your…

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rodgo
Jun 29, 2012 4:08 pm
rodgo
rodgo
29 June 2012

new house in Melbourne

new house in Melbourne
VIC

Oh and anyone that's pays a mass builder 8k a square and is upset with there lemon what did you expect. Don't you realise the trades that subby to these big companies…

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rodgo
Jun 29, 2012 6:25 pm
kerry-ann
kerry-ann
29 June 2012

SO if you had your choice on ceiling height...........

SO if you had your choice on ceiling height...........
VIC

Hi,we are having 32 coarse bricks through kitchen,living,dining,entry & elfresco. After going into a display home with this height we were sold,cost $4,000 through…

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kerry-ann
Jun 29, 2012 9:38 pm
Aheron
Aheron
29 June 2012

URGENT HELP!! CONTRACTS/TENDERS

URGENT HELP!! CONTRACTS/TENDERS
VIC

Hi there We have done it the other way around, in that we have accepted a tender and now waiting on final plans and then contract. We spoke to 4 different companies and…

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Aheron
Jun 29, 2012 11:05 pm
Aheron
Aheron
29 June 2012

What to look for when signing a building contract....

What to look for when signing a building contract....
VIC

We are a couple of weeks behind you,but have heard some companies add clauses around being able to increase the price if dont start building after a certain period EVEN if…

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Aheron
Jun 29, 2012 11:08 pm
jj1
jj1
30 June 2012

Who pays for electricity during build?

Who pays for electricity during build?
QLD

Just got our 1/4 bill which basically covers the build period $160.00. We are paying, as you say Echo, chicken feed really.

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jj1
Jun 30, 2012 9:18 am
atom_ute
atom_ute
1 July 2012

QLD Solar Bonus scheme change from 10 Jul - bye bye 44c/kwh!

QLD Solar Bonus scheme change from 10 Jul - bye bye 44c/kwh!
QLD

How long with the 44c last for if you sign up before 9th July??? Is it…

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atom_ute
Jul 01, 2012 12:45 pm
atom_ute

Ok another girly question,pipes!!

Ok another girly question,pipes!!
WA

Copper pipes are also used for gas... could it be the gas pipes?

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1sttimebuilding2012
Jul 01, 2012 3:07 pm
Claire_
Claire_
1 July 2012

Dark bricks-Any suggestions?

Dark bricks-Any suggestions?
NSW

Thanks so much for your suggestions guys! They are so helpful! We particularly like Pgh espresso, so we will have to wait for the quote to come back. Meanwhile we will…

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Claire_
Jul 01, 2012 6:14 pm
bashworth
bashworth
1 July 2012

milestone payment question

milestone payment question

When they are completed to your satisfaction.

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bashworth
Jul 01, 2012 9:28 pm
bashworth
Dearheart
Dearheart
1 July 2012

Laminex Silk Finish or Crystal Gloss

Laminex Silk Finish or Crystal Gloss
WA

You are very lucky with that price - your bulider seems quite reasonable. I know that mine had tried to charge some exorbitant prices for some things - it seems like they…

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Dearheart
Jul 01, 2012 10:22 pm
sohnaeo
sohnaeo
1 July 2012

Need help to match garage door colour and front door stain

Need help to match garage door colour and front door stain
NSW

Hi Forum, I need suggestions regarding matching colours of garage and front entry door. Garage Door: Steel line Western Red…

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sohnaeo
Jul 01, 2012 11:33 pm
Rex Banner
Rex Banner
1 July 2012

Building in Canberra - Experience with Goldruby homes

Building in Canberra - Experience with Goldruby homes
ACT

Hi everyone We have just made the (terrifying) decision to build a house in Canberra. We are leaning towards Goldruby homes as a builder and have been impressed so far by…

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832
Rex Banner
Jul 01, 2012 11:49 pm
Treeseachanger
Treeseachanger
1 July 2012

What are the biggest money savers when building

What are the biggest money savers when building
SA
1, 2

:? I thought insulation had been pretty much legislated on so that all new homes had to have it? ? R6 ratings are coming in soon or may even be in force by now as well. …

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Treeseachanger
Jul 02, 2012 12:49 am
delatite13
delatite13
1 July 2012

Building on Battle Axe Block

Building on Battle Axe Block
NSW

Well apart from the builder problems, consider the neighbour problems. Having not long sold from a battle axe build and now re-building there is no way in hell, this wide…

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delatite13
Jul 02, 2012 12:58 am
delatite13
tinkster
tinkster
2 July 2012

Building a house in Perth

Building a house in Perth
WA

Looks good, hope the developer move the sign for you.

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tinkster
Jul 02, 2012 2:15 am
tinkster
kikichan
kikichan
2 July 2012

Please help! What are common issues on Gyprock and cornice?

Please help! What are common issues on Gyprock and cornice?

Hi everyone, Unfortunately, we will be oversea when our build is on the Gyprock and cornice stage. And we can only be able to ask a friend who does not have any…

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kikichan
Jul 02, 2012 4:29 pm
MrsTY
MrsTY
2 July 2012

Site Costs - M Class Slab

Site Costs - M Class Slab
NSW
1, 2

p class slab. site costs came to 35,000 1 m fall.

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MrsTY
Jul 02, 2012 4:47 pm
MrsTY
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hayleydylan
Jul 02, 2012 5:36 pm

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