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Torrie77
Torrie77
26 February 2010

Vinyl Plank Flooring - does it look really fake?

Vinyl Plank Flooring - does it look really fake?

Ok found their property on the sold page thingy.....these are all the property pics but you can see a few with the floors showing...oh and the chooks!! This is the…

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Torrie77
Feb 26, 2010 10:18 pm
Polo
Polo
27 February 2010

Slab: Need some opinion on it please. Must Read for newbies

Slab: Need some opinion on it please. Must Read for newbies
1, 2

Hi all, After contacting the building surveyor in charge and also emailing him with photo's attached about my concerns, he sent his inspector out on site to inspect. The…

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Polo
Feb 27, 2010 12:32 am
ozberg
ozberg
27 February 2010

What is common studs?

What is common studs?

Also check to ensure the frame is 90mm.

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ozberg
Feb 27, 2010 12:30 pm
Rowena
Rowena
27 February 2010

how long til start after permits are back? m3tr1c0n

how long til start after permits are back? m3tr1c0n

We were told by our building company that by law the builder has to commence building within 21 days of the permit being issued. :th: :th: :th:

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Rowena
Feb 27, 2010 8:09 pm
Rowena
mpcj
mpcj
27 February 2010

Do you like dropped ceilings/bulkheads in the kitchen?

Do you like dropped ceilings/bulkheads in the kitchen?

I do I do - but only if the ceiling is high enough or else its too boxed in.

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mpcj
Feb 27, 2010 9:35 pm
mpcj
vivica7604
vivica7604
28 February 2010

looking for a builder in Victoria

looking for a builder in Victoria
VIC

I have been going crazy looking for a builder, can anyone recommend someone who is quite good? I'm going to build in South Morang

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vivica7604
Feb 28, 2010 1:50 am
andy
andy
28 February 2010

Fencing lagalities

Fencing lagalities

I never realised that fencing if not handled properly could turn out to be a issue that could go all the way to the supreme court (fencing handbook) . Iam sure in a new…

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andy
Feb 28, 2010 8:58 am
mscruse
mscruse
28 February 2010

If you built with PD, how long did it take?

If you built with PD, how long did it take?
VIC
1, 2

We built the Regent 23. Site scrape 24th August 09, handover 11th December 09....

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mscruse
Feb 28, 2010 10:28 am
myob412
myob412
28 February 2010

Land Surveyor Williams Landing

Land Surveyor Williams Landing
VIC

We are thinking of getting our land surveyed before the slab goes down- has anyone had this done and has anyone experienced any land size diference. Also can anyone…

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myob412
Feb 28, 2010 6:00 pm
Fiffaro
Fiffaro
28 February 2010

Garage door locking

Garage door locking

Thank you very much, Sierra and wakeboardandy. You have set my mind at rest on this. Sierra, your description is absolutely followable - I'll look for the locking link…

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Fiffaro
Feb 28, 2010 8:55 pm
Fiffaro
Fiffaro
28 February 2010

Timber and resin weeping

Timber and resin weeping

Anyone? Help!

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Fiffaro
Feb 28, 2010 9:25 pm
lizzy stardust
lizzy stardust
28 February 2010

Post contract variations, how much?

Post contract variations, how much?
1, 2

Our contract says $1000 per post contract variation plus a 25% builders margin on top of the cost of the variation. Needless to say we were very careful prior to contract…

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lizzy stardust
Feb 28, 2010 11:06 pm
lizzy stardust
Polo
Polo
1 March 2010

What was the most difficult stage of building your home?

What was the most difficult stage of building your home?

So far the slab stage is the most difficult for us, the workmanship is just plain shocking. Follow by getting the unconditional loan approval from the bank, where the bank…

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Polo
Mar 01, 2010 12:48 am
hiker
hiker
1 March 2010

Are waffle pod pods hollow?

Are waffle pod pods hollow?

question answered - Thanks!

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hiker
Mar 01, 2010 5:48 pm

I don't have a slab yet, but it's not far way - this Wednesday! It looks all set to go, I can't see anything else that needs to be prepared. I just spent this evening…

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Jeffsy
Mar 01, 2010 8:29 pm
MrsRose
MrsRose
1 March 2010

Outside Vented R/hoods & Extractor Fans - Heads Up

Outside Vented R/hoods & Extractor Fans - Heads Up
NSW

Thanks Southies!!! It would drive me crazy having roaches in a nice new kitchen (it drives me crazy currently in our rental!!!). Will definitely be investing in some mesh!

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MrsRose
Mar 01, 2010 8:47 pm
MrsRose
ani
ani
1 March 2010

Elemist's build @ Byford - Lots of happy snaps 23/2/10

Elemist's build @ Byford - Lots of happy snaps 23/2/10
WA
1 ... 5, 6, 7

I'm getting a friend to do the sealer. He's a painter. I might get him to do the painting himself if its not too expensive

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ani
Mar 01, 2010 9:04 pm
ani
anthonybaz
anthonybaz
1 March 2010

Pierings done when rain (is it going to be a problem?)

Pierings done when rain (is it going to be a problem?)
NSW

Hi, I am a builder and it should be no problem at all.

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anthonybaz
Mar 01, 2010 9:51 pm
Bek
Bek
1 March 2010

Electrical upgrades

Electrical upgrades

I actually don't think I will be able to do this as M in NSW operates differently to other states... apparently they don't have contractors, so their tradespeople are M's…

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Bek
Mar 01, 2010 10:53 pm

Are these weep holes in the correct level?

Are these weep holes in the correct level?

After moved in more than 12 months, I guess everything sort of cooled down a bit. Focusing more on work, kids and other stuffs. Haven't visited the forum for a…

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building.our.first.house
Mar 01, 2010 11:46 pm
building.our.first.house
Elzbeth
Elzbeth
2 March 2010

My off white mortar looks dark grey!

My off white mortar looks dark grey!

Thank you very much for your reassurance-it really looks like standard mortar and I was freaking out! Will keep you posted of anymore worries! Thanks again!

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Elzbeth
Mar 02, 2010 7:42 am

The front of the buildings face north.(about 5 degrees east of north) These drawings are the drafts, the finals I don't think I will post as I am hoping these will…

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onc_artisan
Mar 02, 2010 8:21 am
onc_artisan
mrs_smith
mrs_smith
2 March 2010

Can you pretty please help? PC inspection checklist

Can you pretty please help? PC inspection checklist

AND THEN just to top it off we're told our builder can't wait until I'm back in Perth for it as it's not within 5…

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mrs_smith
Mar 02, 2010 10:44 am
mrs_smith
dreamz
dreamz
2 March 2010

Conveyancers/ Solicitors

Conveyancers/ Solicitors
NSW

Anyone know any reasonably priced conveyancers out there.. Especially ones with no hidden costs part way through the process i.e disbursements in sydney?? Cheers

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dreamz
Mar 02, 2010 11:19 am
MNH
MNH
2 March 2010

Perth - Home and Land Package - Pre built

Perth - Home and Land Package - Pre built
WA

Yes Peet is a land developer. But as far as I know even though on their website it shows home and land packages, you still have to arrange your build through a builder. So…

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MNH
Mar 02, 2010 12:00 pm
rj_louise
rj_louise
2 March 2010

COmpletion Dates??

COmpletion Dates??

When I met with our SS they said that they would be finished in 4 weeks, we would then have PCI, and then expect handover 2 weeks after that allowing for QA, Cert of Occ,…

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rj_louise
Mar 02, 2010 1:25 pm
rep334
rep334
2 March 2010

towels rails....toilet roll holders- are they standard?

towels rails....toilet roll holders- are they standard?

Sorry for short reply, wouldn`t you just ask the builder the question. Then he can say yes or no , why would people around the country know the answer , surley asking the…

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rep334
Mar 02, 2010 1:36 pm
oze
oze
2 March 2010

Location of thermostat

Location of thermostat

Thanks for your suggestions :) Thinking about it, I think we'll rule out the blue dot as it's the main walkway and would just stand out too much. I'm leaning towards the…

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oze
Mar 02, 2010 3:01 pm
oze
walker79
walker79
2 March 2010

PD Blanco Rangehood in promotion

PD Blanco Rangehood in promotion
VIC

Just found this if it helps http:// www. product review. com. au/ showitem.php?item_id=38427

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walker79
Mar 02, 2010 3:30 pm
walker79
happydog
happydog
2 March 2010

Estate Agent Help

Estate Agent Help
1, 2

thanks to everyone for their advice. The latest update is that after 5 or 6 weeks the section 32 is finally available. The agent has sent me a text message inviting me to…

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happydog
Mar 02, 2010 4:07 pm
joannapaulp
joannapaulp
2 March 2010

Eden Brae Display Home Cornice & Skirts???

Eden Brae Display Home Cornice & Skirts???
NSW

I would suggest ringing their person on site, or talking to them when you are there next - they should be able to get the information for you

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joannapaulp
Mar 02, 2010 5:05 pm
Scaredy Cat
Scaredy Cat
2 March 2010

Hinging a 1200 door

Hinging a 1200 door

I know it's not a pivot door (we decided against one also), but here is our door with one sidelight. It's a personal thing, the sidelight issue.…

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Scaredy Cat
Mar 02, 2010 6:14 pm
aLLaNNa1
aLLaNNa1
2 March 2010

Question about requesting settlement delay

Question about requesting settlement delay
WA

Asked this question in another thread but no luck in getting any answers, so i though i'll ask here instead (sorry moderators if this isnt the appropriate place): We've…

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aLLaNNa1
Mar 02, 2010 7:22 pm
Fred Smith
Fred Smith
3 March 2010

Opinions on Dixon homes (Tamawood) and Hallmark please??

Opinions on Dixon homes (Tamawood) and Hallmark please??
QLD

The above mentioned builders are large volume / project type builders who rely on building hundreds of houses a year to: a) Get good buying power to make them a larger…

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Fred Smith
Mar 03, 2010 1:32 am
heathers
heathers
3 March 2010

Custom build Sunshine Coast Qld

Custom build Sunshine Coast Qld
QLD

Hi, did you find any information on Ausmar? My husband and I are thinking of doing the same thing - we have been to every display village in South East Queensland. We love…

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heathers
Mar 03, 2010 9:21 am
page26
page26
3 March 2010

When selecting a builder...

When selecting a builder...
VIC

Hi all, I've just started to have meetings with builders to discuss my townhouse project. Have had two so far and going to have another two on this weekend. And this…

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page26
Mar 03, 2010 2:13 pm
fourofus
fourofus
3 March 2010

Building new home with Hermitage Home

Building new home with Hermitage Home
VIC

Hi Guy's, It is my turn to get some information from experienced people. We brought a old home in box hill south Melbourne with 2.5 meter…

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fourofus
Mar 03, 2010 2:38 pm
MrsRose
MrsRose
3 March 2010

Masterton Santorini

Masterton Santorini
NSW

Marklea, I don't understand your maths... Base price $230K plus your add ons where people have suggested anything upto $200K of changes doesn't equal $650K if you've…

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MrsRose
Mar 03, 2010 4:52 pm
MrsRose
Jose27
Jose27
3 March 2010

house positioning

house positioning

Hi, I'm a first home buyer and very new to this so I'm sorry if my questions are silly. I've found a land that is affordable and is…

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Jose27
Mar 03, 2010 8:34 pm
kateypink
kateypink
3 March 2010

Scratches on our doors

Scratches on our doors

We are almost due for PCI our aluminium sliding doors (x3) have lots of scratches mainly where keys have been put in or left hanging. Do they need to replace the doors?

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kateypink
Mar 03, 2010 9:17 pm
slknv
slknv
3 March 2010

Building on an Easement

Building on an Easement

Our block had both rear and a side easement. The side easement was giving us trouble until we were able to confirm from both the council and yarra valley water there were…

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slknv
Mar 03, 2010 9:21 pm
hysterical1144
hysterical1144
3 March 2010

Places Homes - Bricks

Places Homes - Bricks
VIC

Hi We have narrowed down our brick choices to either Austral Red Gum or Austral Latter with Off White mortar. I know i could call Austral for some addresses of houses…

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hysterical1144
Mar 03, 2010 9:35 pm
Candylea
Candylea
3 March 2010

BSS inspection before house is completed???????

BSS inspection before house is completed???????

If it is Practically complete, then yes it can be done. All the bits that need finishing or fixed up will be done in the week after, before you sign off on it and get hand over.

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Candylea
Mar 03, 2010 10:07 pm
Candylea
mark299
mark299
3 March 2010

Home & Land Package Builders - How easy to change design?

Home & Land Package Builders - How easy to change design?
WA

The other thing with house/land packages is to read the conditions and inclusions very carefully - for example, ours had genuine fixed site costs…

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mark299
Mar 03, 2010 11:14 pm
Kelly72
Kelly72
3 March 2010

Henley Monterey Q2

Henley Monterey Q2

Hi Stuey, I've pretty much decided on the Monterey Q2 now. Your right i wish they would build a Q2 display also....it would make our decisions so much easier wouldn't…

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Kelly72
Mar 03, 2010 11:58 pm
Poochie
Poochie
4 March 2010

How can I dress up Portico landing after handover?

How can I dress up Portico landing after handover?

Hi all, I would love to get some ideas of what you have done to dress up the concrete landing of your porch??? I'm not sure about what to do - whether it be merbau or…

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Poochie
Mar 04, 2010 12:06 am
Poochie
dadandsue
dadandsue
4 March 2010

Our Custom Lander Home

Our Custom Lander Home
QLD

Congratulations. Nice to see somebody is making progress!!!

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dadandsue
Mar 04, 2010 1:14 am
larajane
larajane
4 March 2010

Building Inspections, please help

Building Inspections, please help

Thanks for the list Polo! Problem is, I have no knowledge at the moment, so checking for these things will be difficult. I don't have a credit card :(. I would really…

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larajane
Mar 04, 2010 8:28 am
larajane
murray&jan
murray&jan
4 March 2010

Wrong SPA delivered .. should I be arguing?

Wrong SPA delivered .. should I be arguing?

Your hard earned $$ are going into your investment, if it was a product upgrade at no cost, not a problem. But if it isn't what you want don't agree.. That is why we all…

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murray&jan
Mar 04, 2010 10:53 am
Trig
Trig
4 March 2010

SITE COST - Kellyville Ridge or The Ponds

SITE COST - Kellyville Ridge or The Ponds
NSW

How are you? I havent…

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Trig
Mar 04, 2010 1:43 pm
Trig

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