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Building ExtrasThe big item to consider is extra for the footings, this can go over big time if they hit rock or other unexpected obstacles. sdabel replied 23 March 2009 ago Help with Footings / cut fillHi, dont know if this is any help but our footings bill was around $20,000 (building at Strathalbyn)
They had to cut and fil a little bit.
236 sqm inc. garage and… Emma replied 11 March 2009 ago newbie - sa building inspectorsThanks for all your help Mark, its much appreciated!
called the guy you give me...and have agreed to use his services! ,ay even go a few more like you have!
thanks for… The adventures of a long, narrow block..Thank Mr T. Your pics look great.
We did consider building a double story but as we are building to eventually rent the properties out we decided it wasnt worth… Leah... replied 24 February 2009 ago Required-land surveyor in AdelaideHey Mark,
We are currently using Sawley Lock O'Callaghan in Prospect and they have been really good. We didnt really look around much at prices but these guys were… Leah... replied 24 February 2009 ago extending settlementWe had to same reason as you!
Our conveyancerwent to the land office on our behalf and organised it all without penalties apparently you can be… HelynFeb 17, 2009 1:54 pm Tradespeople recommendations in Adelaidea lot of tradies are sticking with building co's (or they move around). But some are getting jacked with the developers, especially painters. it depends on what kind of… Neko138 replied 16 February 2009 ago M!ssyFeb 11, 2009 5:00 pm awaiting contractsOh well we'll definetly have to try the other pub next time we are there.
Yea we will have to catch up.... Might even bump into you staring at your dirt or tree if you… Builder design or house designer?metter,
Sounds like you've got a three metre (or close to it) fall from the front of the house to the back. This is the ideal fall as the house can take up the fall and… Casa2 replied 8 February 2009 ago Casa2Feb 08, 2009 6:12 pm Contract Clauses - Statesman SAMedsy,
Clause 6.1 items relates to 'force majeur'. Very common in all contracts, not just building contracts. My building contract (not with Statesman) also has… ChrisL replied 26 January 2009 ago Quick question about our Master PlansI am a fan of glass above the doorway. We haven't done it in our house because for some reason it didn't occur to me to talk to DH about it. He doesn't like glass on… kexkez replied 24 January 2009 ago Pre-handover inspection next week!No doubt about it, moving suuuucks. 
The good thing is, you'll rediscover heaps of things you've forgotten you even have in those unopened boxes. And finally locate a… kek replied 22 January 2009 ago Major major renovation in Magill SANot a particularly constructive reply........  Well done, looks good - look forward to seeing more pics especially of facade front on. Which facade colours have you… "shell builders" in South Australia ?We are building with GJ Gardner
They have quite a few franchises in SA
Mt Barker, Victor Harbour, Holden Hill and another in the Northern Suburbs
Good Luck! I can,t believe they,ve finally started !!
HI mel, yeah it is sloooowly happening ... dishwasher got connected yesterday gosh that took a long time, but it is making strange noises today  so I am back to washing… donuts replied 6 January 2009 ago Slightly O/T...but....If refreshing the water seal in the traps doesn't work there could be a problem with insufficient venting of your drain and needs your landlord/agent to call a plumber.… PC sums - Statesman Homesi am at talking through stage with them....
A salesman rep told me they legally have to quote you THE AVERAGE footing costs....
If you go to a salesman, they have a… Medsy replied 23 December 2008 ago MedsyDec 23, 2008 8:01 pm Maylands Manor all done (well mostly!)Thanks for all the well wishes everyone!! it is very exciting. Of course all babies look the same but won't mine be the most beautiful?  
I am not sure what the name… House facadeHi Craigburn 2008
I think your concerns are totally unfounded, but I can understand how they arise. I also feel a couple of comments from some responders re… zeke replied 11 December 2008 ago zekeDec 11, 2008 11:04 am Stage Building Inspector - AdelaideHi
If you could also PM me his details as well that would be great. Being first time buliders/home buyers I'm sure there is things we may miss when buliding. I have the keys to my new home...
Hi there,
Sorry for the delay. We had neil Gettins, he was great. Got the job done, easy to talk to.
We had a good experience with Statesman, finished 6 weeks… adlse replied 5 November 2008 ago adlseNov 05, 2008 9:50 pm Tapered ColumnsThanks guys.
Our builder uses Exin to clad the columns. They also build houses out of Exin (or brick and mortar). Have you any thoughts on a house… I_BUILD replied 4 November 2008 ago H3nley / "Clendon Vale" in SAHi Captain Morgan,
No I certainly don't mind that you copy my plans...they're not strictly 'mine' anyway!!
I'm building the standard (almost superseaded) version of… Stormy replied 2 October 2008 ago What are site costsWhen you say 'site costs', I assume that you mean preliminaries. Preliminaries are the supporting features in a building estimate or quotation in order to run the project.… KWOOD2 replied 30 September 2008 ago Fairmont Homes AdelaideNope. We're building with Sterling Homes. Very slow, very unorganised. Not sure whether all builders are like that, but it's so frustrating! Our new house in the country...
Thanks Bel, Steve & Toni we are really happy with how the Sydney Blue Gum has come up!
& yes, we are having the murray red splash My floor plans
I'm of the same opion re the 3 way bathroom.
Particularly on a large block and large house, it will impact on the feel of the house. While youa re there and when you… Steel frame in AdelaideId like to add 2 cents worth here, if I may.
1)Steel is good, probably more expensive, but well worth the initial outlay (no more termite worries). Very strong and… Statesman Homes SAHi there,
We are building with Statesman, and have been really happy so far. Originally signed with them in march 2007, but our land took longer to develop than… adlse replied 22 August 2008 ago adlseAug 22, 2008 1:55 pm Lots of progress! with pics!Dee said.
I've heard it said that many women can talk underwater but that's just coz we are fabulous at multi-tasking!
Breathing… Which builder in Adelaide?Hi Metter,
The problems with the building company were all to do with very,very bad workmanship
I had better not go into too much detail,but it was a very stressful…
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