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jasons girl
jasons girl
11 December 2012

Building New House

Building New House
VIC

If it helps ours went up $20k. So yours looks better compared to that. We hit rock and highly reactive soil. Ouch.

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jasons girl
Dec 11, 2012 10:09 am
Kmw7586
Kmw7586
11 December 2012

Has anyone Built the Austin with simonds?

Has anyone Built the Austin with simonds?
VIC

Hey Taylor, we were looking at the Austin but have decided to go with 8 homes instead :)

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Kmw7586
Dec 11, 2012 11:46 am
AC27
AC27
11 December 2012

Avonlee Estate Western Australia

Avonlee Estate Western Australia
WA

haha

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AC27
Dec 11, 2012 12:11 pm
Jen1977
Jen1977
11 December 2012

Price per m2 for two storey?

Price per m2 for two storey?
SA

Is that $1000 per sqm calculated on house are or on total area (including garage, portico's, alfresco) because if it is, that is an amazing price in…

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Jen1977
Dec 11, 2012 2:00 pm
Lucinda Perri
Lucinda Perri
11 December 2012

Warralily BBQ

Warralily BBQ
VIC

Hi everyone, Just a reminder that tomorrow night is the Warralily Christmas BBQ 6-8pm at the new BBQ/playground area opposite the land sales office/W lounge. Great…

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Lucinda Perri
Dec 11, 2012 10:20 pm
1rocky
1rocky
12 December 2012

Show us your Entrance & Stacker Doors

Show us your Entrance & Stacker Doors
WA
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

turtleshell ours will be similar to your front doors but we will only have one they look fantastic. our door is called sunburst. house is at slab stage

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1rocky
Dec 12, 2012 7:44 am
springtime
springtime
12 December 2012

corner blocks.. yes or no?

corner blocks.. yes or no?
QLD
1, 2

Depending on which council you belong to, but most councils not only want you to have a front setback of 5m minimum, but also a side setback, so you have less space to…

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springtime
Dec 12, 2012 12:48 pm
willow2012
willow2012
12 December 2012

Carlisle Homes - Indra 20 Greenvale Providence

Carlisle Homes - Indra 20 Greenvale Providence
VIC

Hi monkeyh, I can't help you with the area your building in or the Indra 20 but wanted to say good luck with your build! We are building the Atlantique Mk2 with Carlisle…

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willow2012
Dec 12, 2012 3:15 pm
bkm2009
bkm2009
12 December 2012

Eaves soaking wet - cause for concern?

Eaves soaking wet - cause for concern?
WA

Hardiflex is perfectly fine to get wet. As long as it drys before it's painted, you will have nothing to worry about. Hardiflex is very weather resistant. Plasterboard…

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bkm2009
Dec 12, 2012 11:27 pm
bkm2009
cristobal_james
cristobal_james
13 December 2012

How much stress can one person stand? We will soon find out!

How much stress can one person stand? We will soon find out!
WA
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Thats an incredible and unfortunate experience what some of the clowns at Kerdels put you through.

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cristobal_james
Dec 13, 2012 5:54 am
daveinthehills
daveinthehills
13 December 2012

NBN at The Ponds, help please

NBN at The Ponds, help please
NSW

Its a bit unclear from the description what you are actually getting. There is a requirement that you have a phone line, but probably only for the occupancy certificate.…

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daveinthehills
Dec 13, 2012 7:47 am
thattime
thattime
13 December 2012

installment payments to builder

installment payments to builder
SA

I've seen a reference made to payments being limited to 65% by the Enclosed stage so I looked it up. That limit might be the case in Vic or Qld where legislation for these…

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thattime
Dec 13, 2012 9:25 am
thattime
b0son
b0son
13 December 2012

Stratco fencing issues

Stratco fencing issues
VIC

He said she said. You need a witness and evidence. Police will just treat it as a civil dispute without anyone to back up the physical threat story. If the OP has a copy…

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b0son
Dec 13, 2012 11:59 am
munta
munta
13 December 2012

Trying to stay in a budget

Trying to stay in a budget
QLD

With advertised home's from project builder's they work on tight margin's, so when you add space they charge you for material's, labour and margin. When you take area out…

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munta
Dec 13, 2012 12:54 pm
moxie
moxie
13 December 2012

Overwhelmed! Starting our build

Overwhelmed! Starting our build
VIC

Good advice. So frustrating to rely on other people! I much prefer to be in control and do things so I know it's done! On another track, has anyone had experience with…

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moxie
Dec 13, 2012 2:41 pm
uncle tonksy
uncle tonksy
13 December 2012

Skirting Boards - Perth

Skirting Boards - Perth
WA

Hi Everyone, Been a while since I've been on here. I'm looking for recommendations for companies that lay/ install skirting boards. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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uncle tonksy
Dec 13, 2012 6:28 pm
uncle tonksy
Aleisha24
Aleisha24
14 December 2012

House render colours please help

House render colours please help
WA

Hi that's fantastic news! The second storey frame on our place is going up at the moment. I was thinking of changing my colours but the choices got so hard lol So our roof…

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Aleisha24
Dec 14, 2012 12:36 am
MRK
MRK
14 December 2012

Our Monaco 36 - Updated photos 15/3

Our Monaco 36 - Updated photos 15/3
1, 2, 3, 4

Thanks for all the nice comments. Sarahq, we went the same colours as in the kitchen, Oyster Linea and Licorice Linea, I think these 2 colours go…

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MRK
Dec 14, 2012 9:30 am
equineaffair
equineaffair
14 December 2012

Power to Vancant Block - Who does what?

Power to Vancant Block - Who does what?
QLD

thats what they did with us. We just moved the Meter box and again the electrician, put in the pit to join the cables, and made the connections to the new meter box on…

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equineaffair
Dec 14, 2012 1:10 pm
equineaffair
dreamcometrue
dreamcometrue
14 December 2012

Building with Dechellis in Mt Barker

Building with Dechellis in Mt Barker
SA
1 ... 5, 6, 7

I'm glad all your issues have been sorted out :D I guess you'll be in your new home now, congratulations! :D I look forward to your pics :D

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dreamcometrue
Dec 14, 2012 8:06 pm
dreamcometrue
Skyzie85
Skyzie85
14 December 2012

Servicing a vacant land to build new house

Servicing a vacant land to build new house
NSW

Whoops... Only just saw your post! We're still in the process of getting it all done now. Water is taking longer than expected as we've had a few issues with their…

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Skyzie85
Dec 14, 2012 9:12 pm
our dream home
our dream home
15 December 2012

Cost of upgrading the Facade

Cost of upgrading the Facade
VIC

Hey jpc just found this old post what facade did u end up going with? We got the savanna, really happy with it hope all is going well :)

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our dream home
Dec 15, 2012 8:10 am
tim_k
tim_k
15 December 2012

Redink loan approval requirements question

Redink loan approval requirements question
WA

I wouldn't think so. But you will want it to be in the process because as soon as the council process is complete they will be wanting to start and they need your money for that.

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tim_k
Dec 15, 2012 3:50 pm
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twiggens
Dec 16, 2012 1:46 pm
twiggens
Dacman82
Dacman82
16 December 2012

Good Timber Home Builders Western Australia

Good Timber Home Builders Western Australia
WA

Thanks folks. I appreciate the input.

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Dacman82
Dec 16, 2012 5:21 pm
staceycs
staceycs
16 December 2012

Building up a flat block

Building up a flat block
NSW

Thanks for your reply :) We assumed it would be around that price, but I guess we'll never know until the AHD survey comes back. Thanks for your advice too- at the end…

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staceycs
Dec 16, 2012 6:30 pm
Treeseachanger
Treeseachanger
16 December 2012

home design- ideas how to use a long narrow space

home design- ideas how to use a long narrow space
SA

What rooms does this space adjoin? Better still, a posting a rough sketch would be great!

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680
Treeseachanger
Dec 16, 2012 6:37 pm
Crow
Crow
17 December 2012

Land tax (SA) while building

Land tax (SA) while building
SA

We received a land tax bill for $1,000 on the block we were building our new home on and we owned no other property. It had a capital value of $510,000 so we had to pay…

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Crow
Dec 17, 2012 9:50 pm
leighton
leighton
18 December 2012

pc inspection

pc inspection
VIC

This is probably in the building contract but either way, isn't it best to let him fix those things? good luck

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leighton
Dec 18, 2012 7:39 am
leighton
leighton
leighton
18 December 2012

Are there any builders on here who offer advice

Are there any builders on here who offer advice
SA

Happy to help you. P.M. me if you want.

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leighton
Dec 18, 2012 7:52 am
leighton
leighton
leighton
18 December 2012

CT

CT
NSW

I guess it is hard to find good employees who will always remain diligent. This seems across the board. As you say, it shouldn't be too difficult. Stay alert and keep…

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leighton
Dec 18, 2012 7:54 am
leighton
Liliana
Liliana
18 December 2012

Drainage plans for a building permit?

Drainage plans for a building permit?

Well the builder expects us to! He has told us it is our job to pipe the condensate from our gas hot water heater to a legal point of discharge. He also buried the ball…

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Liliana
Dec 18, 2012 8:02 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
18 December 2012

Framing material takeoff

Framing material takeoff

Fair point bkm but for a general guide it is pretty close and for someone trying to work out what their framing costs will be for a reno it is accurate enough which is…

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Stewie D
Dec 18, 2012 8:44 am
fmac
fmac
18 December 2012

Soakwells - How and When did you put yours in??

Soakwells - How and When did you put yours in??
WA

Ask them? I'm pretty sure our contract says we have to have them done within 21 days of the roof going on (though I could be wrong). We've asked if we can deliver them to…

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fmac
Dec 18, 2012 10:57 am
Anjelo
Anjelo
18 December 2012

Please help for render colour.

Please help for render colour.
VIC

Please help anyone who has a rendered dulux facade with the same colours kindly put pictures. looks like a brown grey thing. thanks heaps.

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Anjelo
Dec 18, 2012 11:43 am
hoo-me
hoo-me
18 December 2012

purchasing lighting: anywhere to get help?

purchasing lighting: anywhere to get help?
QLD

Try the Osram lighting website, there is a tool where you can light your home and it gives you energy efficiency info and lots of other stuff.

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hoo-me
Dec 18, 2012 11:53 am
Liliana
Liliana
18 December 2012

Rinnai Infinity Enviro 26 making a sucking/beeping noise!

Rinnai Infinity Enviro 26 making a sucking/beeping noise!

I'm bumping this in the hope that someone who has this unit can answer. Our Rinnai Infinity Enviro 26 makes an audible noise every time the hot water taps are turned on…

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Liliana
Dec 18, 2012 9:27 pm
caz_770
caz_770
19 December 2012

caz_770 in Baldivis - Front Landscaping

caz_770 in Baldivis - Front Landscaping
WA
1 ... 13, 14, 15

Hi Vans! Yeah, I was very lucky with those storms! I thought my mum was checking my house once a week, but turned out she went once, right at the beginning of my last…

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caz_770
Dec 19, 2012 1:52 am
caz_770
zojo
zojo
19 December 2012

Building near Pacific Highway in Hornsby --- From Begining

Building near Pacific Highway in Hornsby --- From Begining
NSW

SHOULD I PAY FOR BOTH OF THEM TO GET IN DETAIL QUOTE FROM BOTH OF THEM BEFORE SELECTING THE BUILDER? your advises are most welcome? Actually, if you have already paid a…

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zojo
Dec 19, 2012 9:24 am
auds
auds
20 December 2012

Anticon - is it necessary?

Anticon - is it necessary?
WA
1, 2

Thanks Charnley - I did suggest it to the boss but he thought it would be too expensive. We do a bit of work for private builders and know a little bit about them. Maybe…

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auds
Dec 20, 2012 3:09 pm

Haven't had a chance to talk to the builder about this as they're shut for Xmas but would like some feedback. We are building in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne with a…

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wokwon
Dec 21, 2012 10:18 am
BradS
BradS
21 December 2012

Return of deposited money

Return of deposited money
VIC

I dont know why people bother asking for deposits these days. Years ago they were given as a sign of good faith that you would follow through with what ever it was you…

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BradS
Dec 21, 2012 12:52 pm
Tippy Toes
Tippy Toes
21 December 2012

Recommend Me A Good Solar Electricity System

Recommend Me A Good Solar Electricity System
WA

Go to whirlpool.net.au and then to the Green Tech Forum. It's a great source of information.

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Tippy Toes
Dec 21, 2012 6:16 pm
Tippy Toes
chatz
chatz
21 December 2012

Knockdown and building Henley's Talise Q2 - We have keys!

Knockdown and building Henley's Talise Q2 - We have keys!
VIC
1 ... 14, 15, 16

I've finally updated our with the latest landscaping pictures. After 12 months…

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chatz
Dec 21, 2012 10:03 pm
turk182
turk182
21 December 2012

Building in WRIGHT-ACT C of O issued

Building in WRIGHT-ACT C of O issued
ACT
1, 2, 3

Great news! let the shopping begin

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turk182
Dec 21, 2012 10:36 pm
71monaro
71monaro
22 December 2012

non-zerod import only meter

non-zerod import only meter
SA

Make sure they zero'd your meter when installed. With all the solar PV installs they have an excess of used import-only meters that they are re-installing. Had case of…

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71monaro
Dec 22, 2012 2:38 pm
1rocky
1rocky
22 December 2012

Show us your - handover pics

Show us your - handover pics
ACT
1, 2, 3

Mclaren your home is beautiful and thank you for the pics of the niches what sort of downlight did you put in, would the led strips used in kitchens look ok in the…

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1rocky
Dec 22, 2012 4:43 pm
benblinkau
benblinkau
22 December 2012

National Broadband Network

National Broadband Network
VIC
1, 2, 3, 4

Not much has really changed now. Broadband Internet connection has become only a little faster to load and there are more servers. But the rest is still the same

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benblinkau
Dec 22, 2012 7:48 pm
benblinkau
kyton
kyton
23 December 2012

Show us your WIR

Show us your WIR
WA

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kyton
Dec 23, 2012 7:34 am
kyton
B STAR
B STAR
23 December 2012

Owner Builder Pro's and Con's

Owner Builder Pro's and Con's
WA

Having "plenty of mates" can be a disadvantge. They still want to earn an income, if they give you good discounts then they will treat you second class. In answer to your…

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B STAR
Dec 23, 2012 2:00 pm

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