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It is so scary when you can't see it, but we are so happy with how it has worked out. This is from the inside.

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bestspecials
Oct 04, 2018 9:03 pm
bestspecials
Melbournevic
Melbournevic
4 October 2018

Building Mainvue Aegean430 - 45sq in Berwick Waters

Building Mainvue Aegean430 - 45sq in Berwick Waters
VIC
1 ... 13, 14, 15

Think again if you are going to build with Henley. This is my recent experience. There was a water leakage from the roof along the walls. I contacted Hanley emergency…

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Melbournevic
Oct 04, 2018 1:56 pm
IamSAM
IamSAM
4 October 2018

Alfresco in the middle of the floor plan

Alfresco in the middle of the floor plan
WA

There is some sort of guideline/regulation that requires your living areas to have direct access to backyard. Plz check if this is achieved in your plan.

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IamSAM
Oct 04, 2018 1:10 pm
IamSAM
MyFirst
MyFirst
3 October 2018

Porter Davis - soil test - site fee's

Porter Davis - soil test - site fee's

It is standard the moment you knock down rebuild, automatically becomes P site. My small builder also said the same thing. Another friend also same experience with…

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MyFirst
Oct 03, 2018 2:30 pm
adje
adje
3 October 2018

Underlying S classification but P due to existing dwelling

Underlying S classification but P due to existing dwelling
VIC

Hi, we are knocking down our existing house and building a 45 square home. The builder had a soil test done which had underlying S classification but due to existing…

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adje
Oct 03, 2018 9:59 am

So it's now October!!!! Where has the time gone? I must admit this page has been neglected. I keep saying I need to update it. We've just finished roofing stage, with…

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ems082
Oct 02, 2018 6:55 pm
ems082
ethan870
ethan870
1 October 2018

Coral Capri 25 - Gainsborough Greens Pimpama

Coral Capri 25 - Gainsborough Greens Pimpama
QLD

Thanks, I am not 100% sure about skylight. I love the idea of how much light can bring but I am not a big fan tbh. I will anyway contact Coral to check on costs for…

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ethan870
Oct 01, 2018 5:54 pm

Flooring has now been finished

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Gerro
Oct 01, 2018 8:24 am
cass_rox
cass_rox
1 October 2018

Coral build found rock

Coral build found rock

I hope so to... they found so much rock on my block, more where they installed the Taylex tank. But our ss said it’s only if they have to use explosives. I hope it all…

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cass_rox
Oct 01, 2018 7:18 am
Tee08
Tee08
30 September 2018

Welsh Homes - any info

Welsh Homes - any info
VIC

I to am on the same boat. Love to hear what others have to say as I am also looking at them.

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Tee08
Sep 30, 2018 11:48 pm
dany
dany
30 September 2018

Building Metricon Merricks 37- Western Sydney.

Building Metricon Merricks 37- Western Sydney.
NSW

Yes i can see some major defects . My suggestion is to document every thing and send them the list of defects which they need to address . They should give you dates and…

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dany
Sep 30, 2018 10:02 pm
dany
KingTaco
KingTaco
30 September 2018

New build Brisbane 2018

New build Brisbane 2018
QLD

My pleasure! :) If it were me, then for sure my preference would be to make the porch pole thicker - i think those skinny wood posts look a little cheap and make the…

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KingTaco
Sep 30, 2018 10:54 am
KingTaco
cory
cory
29 September 2018

DR homes

DR homes
QLD

Hi, Have anyone here build with DR homes? What is your experience with this builder? Cheers

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974
cory
Sep 29, 2018 5:48 pm
jpettifer
jpettifer
29 September 2018

Glenvill Homes

Glenvill Homes
VIC

We are looking at building with Glenvill Homes. I note that some people had some bad experiences about 10 years ago but was wondering if anyone has more recent experience…

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jpettifer
Sep 29, 2018 3:00 pm
sweetswisssteel
sweetswisssteel
29 September 2018

Cheap Builders - Sydney

Cheap Builders - Sydney
NSW

Am using Metricon in Qld, been pretty good and average cost I think. I have heard Dixon homes are nice and cheap. A lot depends on soil conditions as well as inclusions…

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1986
sweetswisssteel
Sep 29, 2018 12:44 pm
Richb
Richb
28 September 2018

FAIL! WHY is my Dulux Acrylic Texture Coat render crumbling?

FAIL! WHY is my Dulux Acrylic Texture Coat render crumbling?
WA

Hi oneness Our house is aprox 4 years young we have now seen the failing Hadrian sand finish dulux product failing as you describe, sand particles in the upper storey box…

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Richb
Sep 28, 2018 3:12 pm
MrsAJ
MrsAJ
28 September 2018

Coral Homes Avoca 20 - Ripley QLD

Coral Homes Avoca 20 - Ripley QLD
QLD
1 ... 5, 6, 7

Hi Matto, All your selections are amazing. I have been thinking of the same tile as ur main floor tiles. Can you please tell me what is the name of the tile and is it…

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MrsAJ
Sep 28, 2018 12:08 pm
thunderlegs
thunderlegs
28 September 2018

Facade rendering weeping hole issue

Facade rendering weeping hole issue

Hi All, I am currently building a house with…

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thunderlegs
Sep 28, 2018 9:58 am
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Hillsbuilds
Sep 27, 2018 9:40 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
27 September 2018

Cost of site work (earthworks, retaining wall, levelling)

Cost of site work (earthworks, retaining wall, levelling)
WA
1, 2

A step down in the house still requires retaining walls if its 2 storey? Then add Deep beams to the above suspended slab as illustrated here You would be best…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Sep 27, 2018 8:31 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
blackcat20
blackcat20
27 September 2018

BAL12.5 cost

BAL12.5 cost

Ours was $4k for a 28 sq house, double story.

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blackcat20
Sep 27, 2018 9:51 am
blackcat20
Black Duck
Black Duck
26 September 2018

New Build - Weeks Building Group - Balhannah SA

New Build - Weeks Building Group - Balhannah SA
SA
1, 2, 3

Thank you, really appreciate that :-) We have been happy with process so far, time will tell I guess. Couple of little things haven't been quite right - but we know we…

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Black Duck
Sep 26, 2018 3:02 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
26 September 2018

Should of got full fixed site costs!

Should of got full fixed site costs!
VIC

Gouging (literally) has been discussed many times before. Nobody believes Salesman that are paid high commissions, they will tell you whatever you want to hear, promise…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Sep 26, 2018 7:59 am
StructuralBIMGuy
Clean
Clean
25 September 2018

Most important inspections to do from third party inspector

Most important inspections to do from third party inspector
VIC

Hi Patrick, Which inspectors you are planning to go with, thanks.

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Clean
Sep 25, 2018 11:59 am
GillyM
GillyM
25 September 2018

Building on a 2 meter slope block of land? Help!!

Building on a 2 meter slope block of land? Help!!
VIC

Have you considered building a split level type home? This would work with the slope of your land, and you'd get more house but with a smaller footprint on your land.

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GillyM
Sep 25, 2018 11:52 am
GillyM
Mr. Sausage
Mr. Sausage
25 September 2018

PCI check list

PCI check list

I found this from a user that posted it in 2013 by the name of Avalanche. I found it very useful . Hopefully it can help someone else also PCI check list 8) General…

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Mr. Sausage
Sep 25, 2018 4:14 am
alexp79
alexp79
24 September 2018

Working drawings question/pricing

Working drawings question/pricing
VIC

I don't think you need/require any of those

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974
alexp79
Sep 24, 2018 4:14 pm
pbwhi0
pbwhi0
24 September 2018

Metallix Bronze/Surfmist

Metallix Bronze/Surfmist
NSW

We built with Ausbuild and the PGH Eclipse bricks are in the standard range. We didn't pay any extra whereas had we gone with the Metallix from Austral I think they were…

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pbwhi0
Sep 24, 2018 6:24 am
pbwhi0
Trav18
Trav18
23 September 2018

Building With Wisdom Homes - Shaker Style Upgrad

Building With Wisdom Homes - Shaker Style Upgrad
NSW

I’ve posted a snap of the quote above. Does anyone have a similar snap of their quote they can give me that I can use to convince them that there has been a mistake.

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Trav18
Sep 23, 2018 10:46 am
Chantilly
Chantilly
23 September 2018

GJ Gardner Bundanoon 282 - WE HAVE KEYS

GJ Gardner Bundanoon 282 - WE HAVE KEYS
NSW

Congratulations

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Chantilly
Sep 23, 2018 10:22 am

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kathysangel
Sep 23, 2018 6:28 am
Noavzo
Noavzo
22 September 2018

Trades Recommendation - Adelaide

Trades Recommendation - Adelaide
SA

Hi all, I'm looking soon to build with Metricon in Adelaide, but I am after some customer recommendations on a few trades rather than go through hi pages etc I'm looking…

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Noavzo
Sep 22, 2018 8:25 pm
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becks81
Sep 22, 2018 4:01 pm
sandracma
sandracma
21 September 2018

New Build - Ausbuild Altitude Estate - Finlay 36

New Build - Ausbuild Altitude Estate - Finlay 36
QLD

It's a stressful but exciting experience! I would say we at about half way through and it's amazing to see it come together!

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sandracma
Sep 21, 2018 9:40 pm
Klare
Klare
21 September 2018

First Home - Fairhaven Homes - Frame

First Home - Fairhaven Homes - Frame
VIC
1, 2, 3

In my case, in the case of a house with land, it is best to conduct soundproofing around the perimeter of my yard. I'm thinking about putting…

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Klare
Sep 21, 2018 6:42 pm
iTool
iTool
21 September 2018

When is actual Building start for liquidated damages?

When is actual Building start for liquidated damages?
NSW

What does your contract state? For example, the standard HIA contract in QLD says that within 10 business days of commencement the builder must give the owner a signed…

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1105
iTool
Sep 21, 2018 6:02 am
SkB
SkB
20 September 2018

Occupancy Certificate - Private Certifier contact (Reqd Pls

Occupancy Certificate - Private Certifier contact (Reqd Pls
NSW

Any idea if there is a set timeframe from PCI to handover? How long does it take to get Interim Occupation Certificate?

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SkB
Sep 20, 2018 4:40 pm
K_murphy
K_murphy
20 September 2018

Anyone have a light roof with a light brick?!

Anyone have a light roof with a light brick?!
VIC
1, 2

I had been looking for a house with Bianca bricks. Do you happen to have a picture?

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K_murphy
Sep 20, 2018 4:11 pm
IamSAM
IamSAM
20 September 2018

Question Skirting and flooring

Question Skirting and flooring
NSW

I have heard where the builder has loose fixed the skirting (with blue tack) - the tilers remove the skirting and do their job - then builder handyman fixes the…

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IamSAM
Sep 20, 2018 2:19 pm
IamSAM
kirashogun
kirashogun
20 September 2018

agi pipes and drainage connections

agi pipes and drainage connections

The way mine was designed, agi pipe terminated to a silt pit, from the pit it is then directed to storm drain. It could be your builder haven’t put in the silt pit yet.

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1940
kirashogun
Sep 20, 2018 6:32 am
HennyPenny
HennyPenny
19 September 2018

Info on modular (prefab) homes Gingin Area Perth WA

Info on modular (prefab) homes Gingin Area Perth WA
WA

Beachside, what did you build in the end?

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3715
HennyPenny
Sep 19, 2018 11:54 pm
regmiboyer
regmiboyer
19 September 2018

Our build experience. Photos, tips etc. 37sq double storey.

Our build experience. Photos, tips etc. 37sq double storey.
VIC

Bro, Seems like you lost interest in posting updates after May 25th. Can i see some more coming through? I am starting my build now. Shisir.

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regmiboyer
Sep 19, 2018 11:02 pm
kidu13
kidu13
19 September 2018

Hilbert HGWA Build

Hilbert HGWA Build
WA
1 ... 13, 14, 15

Looks amazing !!

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kidu13
Sep 19, 2018 12:53 pm
kidu13
nanu
nanu
19 September 2018

Our SJD Homes Build (Somerfield Estate)

Our SJD Homes Build (Somerfield Estate)
VIC

I have some big house updates coming up today. Stay Tuned!!!

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nanu
Sep 19, 2018 11:54 am
nanu
Da9b18c
Da9b18c
19 September 2018

Greenvale Heritage Views

Greenvale Heritage Views
VIC
1 ... 16, 17, 18

I got an email from Rex and confirmation From my solicitor saying it’s all been filled with Titles office, and should be titled inside 3 weeks.

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96917
Da9b18c
Sep 19, 2018 10:26 am
Wild
Wild
19 September 2018

Building an Aegean230 with Mainvue.

Building an Aegean230 with Mainvue.
VIC
1 ... 18, 19, 20

Absolute killer mate, loved the combo. Congrats and enjoy your new home.

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Wild
Sep 19, 2018 7:22 am
Des85
Des85
18 September 2018

No space on slab for bricks??

No space on slab for bricks??

Yes I did. Just had a look and it appears the edge beams are in the drawings. I suppose they are actually there, just probably hidden under the gravel

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Des85
Sep 18, 2018 8:10 pm
Tony18
Tony18
18 September 2018

Home and Land in Melbourne VIC

Home and Land in Melbourne VIC
VIC

Hi All, I am new to this useful site and to the idea of house building. I signed up for H&L package-PPOR -with a Volume builder and wonder what steps I should take during…

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Tony18
Sep 18, 2018 6:02 pm
dulie
dulie
18 September 2018

Understairs storage

Understairs storage

Looking at the plans, you could have a door either from the pantry or study as an alternative.

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dulie
Sep 18, 2018 3:57 pm
dulie

Hi all, we are building a heavily modified UE home on a corner block and as such we have a custom facade. Our sales consultant has done a great job in rendering a model…

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1109
doogs82
Sep 18, 2018 11:58 am

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