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Althom
Althom
18 March 2019

Damage noticed after handover

Damage noticed after handover

Not sure in Victoria but if it's anything like WA those boards are controlled by the builders so are generally worse than useless for solving issues that might cost a…

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Althom
Mar 18, 2019 9:45 am
Althom
r_13
r_13
18 March 2019

Building Metricon Fortitude32 - Bannockburn: FLOORING

Building Metricon Fortitude32 - Bannockburn: FLOORING
VIC
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

That is possibly because this post/thread is about 5 years old... the prices listed above reflect that. I was reading the list thinking 'wow, so cheap options...' then…

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r_13
Mar 18, 2019 8:09 am
r_13
JoePathan
JoePathan
17 March 2019

Cracked brickwork

Cracked brickwork
VIC

Hi I have cracked bricks in our 5 mo house. Have posted a photo in another post. Just wondering if it is something covered under warranty.

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JoePathan
Mar 17, 2019 5:02 pm
Radobank
Radobank
17 March 2019

Recessed ceiling cost

Recessed ceiling cost

Yes doing that at the moment lol. So the quote actually came in very close to your upper estimate range. They are charging me per room, approximately $1,900 for the…

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Radobank
Mar 17, 2019 8:57 am
GLO
GLO
17 March 2019

Cut over the easement (Drain Water) to level the backyard

Cut over the easement (Drain Water) to level the backyard

Go to Council. They need to know and record the proposed levels before approving. Council should be able to confirm what easement is there, either storm water or other.

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GLO
Mar 17, 2019 6:01 am
Chan
Chan
16 March 2019

Austral Homestead Mushroom Brick

Austral Homestead Mushroom Brick

Hi , anyone used homestead mushroom brick with off white motor? I would love to see pics. We chose phoneix black boral roof on top.

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Chan
Mar 16, 2019 7:52 am

Found on Google,plenty more there also.

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Joker
Mar 15, 2019 12:10 pm
bestspecials
bestspecials
15 March 2019

Coral Homes Noosa 25 MKII

Coral Homes Noosa 25 MKII

Thanks. We haven't had only one small issue since we moved in and that has been a wiggly door handle, but other than that, it has been great. We will let them know on…

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bestspecials
Mar 15, 2019 8:44 am
bestspecials
kailie86
kailie86
14 March 2019

Miami 31- Brighton Homes- Northern Gold Coast

Miami 31- Brighton Homes- Northern Gold Coast
QLD
1 ... 9, 10, 11

Yes very happy and proud and yes, changed the flooring and garage door during construction. We had a big freak out over the garage colour after the house was rendered…

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kailie86
Mar 14, 2019 12:33 pm
kailie86
Dusty4
Dusty4
13 March 2019

Building inspector - northern suburbs Melbourne

Building inspector - northern suburbs Melbourne
VIC

I have heard darbecca is meant to be good? Haven’t used them though.

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Dusty4
Mar 13, 2019 10:24 pm
diggi
diggi
13 March 2019

Builder asked to upgrade class P to E class slab

Builder asked to upgrade class P to E class slab
1, 2

I too agree that this is money well spent...provided it is not a cash grab by the builder. Ive yet to argue that the cost of the upgraded slab should be treated the same…

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diggi
Mar 13, 2019 8:16 pm
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
13 March 2019

JG King Hartwell - Melbourne western suburbs

JG King Hartwell - Melbourne western suburbs
VIC
1 ... 15, 16, 17

How did your move in go? If you have time would be great to see photos of your finished house. 😁 And keen to get some feedback on your Polyflor vinyl planks, have they…

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Bebbsy
Mar 13, 2019 10:24 am
Arksyd
Arksyd
12 March 2019

Anyone building at Caddens Hill??

Anyone building at Caddens Hill??
NSW

@Julia_Thorne I was Stage 2 release, and the land was registered on the time of their estimated. No setbacks so far, but was bit difficult than…

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Arksyd
Mar 12, 2019 11:24 am
IamSAM
IamSAM
12 March 2019

Should I install the alarm system?

Should I install the alarm system?

You should also be looking at the features (remote access via app on smartphone, pet friendly sensors, zone settings, back to base etc.). From my perspective "back to…

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IamSAM
Mar 12, 2019 7:31 am
IamSAM
mbarlow69
mbarlow69
11 March 2019

Plantation shutters

Plantation shutters

G'day everyone, I like the idea of plantation shutters also i like the idea of the wooden frames and the window sill. I tend to think when the shutters are put in will…

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mbarlow69
Mar 11, 2019 7:43 pm
bibithekkel
bibithekkel
11 March 2019

Getting out of HIA contract

Getting out of HIA contract

Land title taking ages.

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bibithekkel
Mar 11, 2019 4:55 pm
rollandalex
rollandalex
11 March 2019

Masterton Homes

Masterton Homes
NSW
1 ... 28, 29, 30

im looking to build with masterton down the south coast has anyone build with masterton down here before?

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rollandalex
Mar 11, 2019 2:46 pm
MyFirst
MyFirst
11 March 2019

Sitecost and bored piers

Sitecost and bored piers

Can screw piles be another option?

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MyFirst
Mar 11, 2019 12:08 pm
thejsummer
thejsummer
11 March 2019

Buying Display home in Oran park

Buying Display home in Oran park

Hello all! My wife and i were walking down the display village in ORan park (some great homes on display) and noticed that night on realestate.com that some of the homes…

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thejsummer
Mar 11, 2019 11:02 am
thejsummer
Patrick
Patrick
11 March 2019

Neighbours ignoring me about fence

Neighbours ignoring me about fence
VIC

Yes I am but has nothing to do with the post

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Patrick
Mar 11, 2019 10:48 am
Patrick

I probably spent a bit more time comparing cost, layouts, design, inclusions and reviews. Its a big investment, and I found there wasn't good info out there for…

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ahoythere
Mar 10, 2019 3:25 pm
ahoythere
aussieta
aussieta
9 March 2019

House bedrooms are smaller than on plan.

House bedrooms are smaller than on plan.

if you read your plans you will see external walls at say 240mm which would be 110mm brick, 90mm timber frame and 40mm air gap where as internal walls are 90mm which is…

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aussieta
Mar 09, 2019 6:19 am
aussieta
twolittlepeas
twolittlepeas
8 March 2019

Wisdom Homes Tesla 24/Newton 23 Question

Wisdom Homes Tesla 24/Newton 23 Question
NSW

Hi ajce15 We had a good experience with Wisdom. We built in a new estate and our land was already registered. Our admin process took about 5 months and the build took…

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twolittlepeas
Mar 08, 2019 1:36 pm
Maris
Maris
8 March 2019

Anybody dealt with KG CSC at Metricon

Anybody dealt with KG CSC at Metricon
QLD

Is that Kimberly Gauci that you are referring too?

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Maris
Mar 08, 2019 12:21 pm
Maris
Amber23
Amber23
8 March 2019

Vancouver -Porter Davis

Vancouver -Porter Davis
VIC
1 ... 25, 26, 27

Wow ! Do you have a blog where I could look at all the pictures together ?

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Amber23
Mar 08, 2019 10:16 am
Mzdivaa
Mzdivaa
7 March 2019

Our new home in the Vale Estate, Aveley- Celebration Homes

Our new home in the Vale Estate, Aveley- Celebration Homes
WA

Hi I'm new to this forum, I am considering celebration as well and I wanted to know if you got all these as promotional deals or upgrades and possibly share how much you…

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Mzdivaa
Mar 07, 2019 3:49 pm
shokel1975
shokel1975
5 March 2019

Independent Building Inspector

Independent Building Inspector
VIC
1, 2, 3

Agree r_13 - the cost was more for us too. We are also building a 42sq home. It makes sense as there is more house to inspect! We ended up going with Houspect, as they…

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shokel1975
Mar 05, 2019 3:33 pm
shokel1975
jagberg
jagberg
4 March 2019

Clarendon Homes Build - Questions regarding tender

Clarendon Homes Build - Questions regarding tender
NSW

I can't add to this but just wanted to say thank you for providing this detailed breakdown as it's been hard to get this detail from the builders.

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jagberg
Mar 04, 2019 7:39 pm
cjudd01
cjudd01
4 March 2019

Statesman homes - charleston

Statesman homes - charleston

Hi, Just wondering if anyone has built a charleston villa home from statesman and what their experience has been. Thanks

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cjudd01
Mar 04, 2019 4:51 pm
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
4 March 2019

Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build

Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build
VIC
1 ... 7, 8, 9

Hi Priya2015 your house looks amazing, big congrats to you. Can you tell me what your wall tiles are in the kitchen backsplash....are they black or charcoalmgrey subway…

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Bebbsy
Mar 04, 2019 4:04 pm
gurpreet2302
gurpreet2302
4 March 2019

Santa fe Two -Macdonald Jones homes

Santa fe Two -Macdonald Jones homes

Hi, has anyone built santa fe two design from macdonaldjones homes?

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gurpreet2302
Mar 04, 2019 10:32 am
Code128
Code128
4 March 2019

Weep Holes

Weep Holes
SA

Hi all, Wonder if anyone can offer their opinion or advice on weep holes above windows. Our builder has filled in the weep holes above our front awning windows, looks…

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Code128
Mar 04, 2019 10:07 am
Code128
gogo65
gogo65
4 March 2019

sumsub's Building thread

sumsub's Building thread
VIC
1, 2

Rjbhai02, I’m not sure if you realise this build was in 2010, I doubt sumsub would still be on homeone, most people finish their build then move on.... She last posted 5…

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gogo65
Mar 04, 2019 9:56 am
gogo65
rjbhai02
rjbhai02
4 March 2019

Building with Persaud homes- Melbourne

Building with Persaud homes- Melbourne

Don't go with PERSAUD homes. I built my house with them very bad service and poor quality products. Too many defects. Team of unprofessionals. Don't waste your money and time.

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rjbhai02
Mar 04, 2019 9:21 am
RusaViews
RusaViews
4 March 2019

New build - reasonable price?

New build - reasonable price?
VIC

Sorry I know this is almost a year old and you have prob built by now but just thought id add our experience in with costing. We are getting ready to build a custom house…

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RusaViews
Mar 04, 2019 9:05 am
building-expert
building-expert
4 March 2019

Crooked walls, bulk head, edgings...

Crooked walls, bulk head, edgings...

Two mistakes 1 Getting inspector recommended by the builder 2 Getting inspector that identifies defects but does not know how to guide you That's why you are still asking…

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building-expert
Mar 04, 2019 6:44 am
building-expert
Joker
Joker
3 March 2019

Setback R&C

Setback R&C

Take multiple pictures of homes in your street and area,it worked for us,and council not giving you a reason ,but allowing other builders will help your course as might…

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Joker
Mar 03, 2019 3:10 pm
spice girl
spice girl
3 March 2019

Building Henley Palace Lux Q1 5BR with MODs in West MEL

Building Henley Palace Lux Q1 5BR with MODs in West MEL
VIC
1 ... 10, 11, 12

Hi immu999 We had handover 21/12/18 and officially moved mid Jan. I'm not sure what else is required as building permit was quite quick. We did delay start once they…

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spice girl
Mar 03, 2019 7:27 am
sparekh
sparekh
2 March 2019

Metricon : What does relocation for downlights mean?

Metricon : What does relocation for downlights mean?

Hello, We are building with metricon and currently choosing electrical.We have 20 standard downlights as part of our chosen pack. We are planning to add more…

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sparekh
Mar 02, 2019 5:45 pm
sparekh
chippy
chippy
1 March 2019

Building Plans

Building Plans

I can remember these being around 15 years ago. They never took off. Something about it just seems wrong. If your powder room is that small that you have to contemplate…

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chippy
Mar 01, 2019 10:08 pm
chippy
bignewadventure
bignewadventure
1 March 2019

New Build - Evans Head - Northern NSW - Ben Campbell Buildin

New Build - Evans Head - Northern NSW - Ben Campbell Buildin
QLD

Hi Les, We're thinking of building a similar design. How did your build go? Would love to see a couple of shots of the finished product. thanks Janelle

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bignewadventure
Mar 01, 2019 10:58 am
bignewadventure
bignewadventure
bignewadventure
1 March 2019

Charlibear's Build -Finally in!

Charlibear's Build -Finally in!
NSW
1 ... 228, 229, 230

Hi Charlibear... I've just found your thread - and rather sift through 230 pages, can you give me your overall thoughts on G J Gardner? We've just bought a block of land…

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bignewadventure
Mar 01, 2019 10:36 am
bignewadventure
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
1 March 2019

Mortar defect?

Mortar defect?

Raking the mortar out to 25mm and repointing is best but this might be met with resistance from your builder. Do you have an independent building consultant who has…

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SaveH2O
Mar 01, 2019 9:49 am
SaveH2O
Purpurin
Purpurin
1 March 2019

Modified Pemberton - Complete Homes

Modified Pemberton - Complete Homes
WA

We really liked it. It gives such a smooth rock hard surface. A lot smoother finish than the normal while set (our current house used white set and there’s plaster…

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Purpurin
Mar 01, 2019 8:43 am
Siahwaninn10
Siahwaninn10
28 February 2019

First house build with Mega Homes

First house build with Mega Homes
VIC
1 ... 15, 16, 17

Hi, we have had nothing but disappointment from Mega Homes, we were originally building with Watersuns, who went into liquidation this day last year. MH were designated by…

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Siahwaninn10
Feb 28, 2019 10:55 pm
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
28 February 2019

Builders margin in Western Australia

Builders margin in Western Australia
WA

No nothing to do with house size or value, it's more to do with what it is, high priced items (like Air Conditioning, landscaping, earthworks, swimming pools, retaining…

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Doozer1905
Feb 28, 2019 8:56 pm
alt
alt
28 February 2019

New Home Oakhurst, QLD - Edgewater

New Home Oakhurst, QLD - Edgewater

Not sure if it fits the style you're after but woodworkers.com.au -- they have some interesting antique doors that they import 😊

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alt
Feb 28, 2019 4:57 pm
alt
alexp79
alexp79
28 February 2019

Advice needed on Blick of land

Advice needed on Blick of land
NSW

May be better wait a bit and save some more money as the build prices a likely to go down. Not the best time to build in NSW. Odds are high that you will be able to…

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alexp79
Feb 28, 2019 1:36 pm

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