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Countrybuilds
11 November 2020

Amendments after building contract signing

Amendments after building contract signing

It sounds like they have already told you it's not possible? Have Burbank told you the variation cost? I changed my hinged robe doors to sliding. Is that what you mean?

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Countrybuilds
Nov 11, 2020 9:49 pm
Countrybuilds
moertoe
moertoe
11 November 2020

KDR Metricon Balmaine 51 or Eden Brae Waldorf 50 Mk 2

KDR Metricon Balmaine 51 or Eden Brae Waldorf 50 Mk 2

Hi Selous, I'm just starting to explore the KDR option, also in Kellyville and looking at the Eden B Waldorf 50 II. But i have sloping block and not sure yet how this…

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moertoe
Nov 11, 2020 4:13 pm
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alexp79
Nov 11, 2020 1:45 pm
PPrem
PPrem
11 November 2020

Changing Facade after handover

Changing Facade after handover

i am in the same situation.. love the design that Clarendon has but keen to get a French provincial influenced façade which they don't provide.. its a double story and…

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PPrem
Nov 11, 2020 10:27 am
SejaeD
SejaeD
11 November 2020

Solicitor in Sydney

Solicitor in Sydney

I will PM you

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SejaeD
Nov 11, 2020 9:19 am
SejaeD
ddarroch
ddarroch
10 November 2020

orientation of house

orientation of house

You're a little late to the party. You really should have thought of this before purchasing your block. Ideally you want your living areas, & a large proportion to face…

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ddarroch
Nov 10, 2020 9:09 pm
MBX3
MBX3
10 November 2020

Evaporative Cooling / Gas heating vs Refrigerated cooling

Evaporative Cooling / Gas heating vs Refrigerated cooling
1, 2

Would you mind sending me your spec and how you managed to get online scheduling and automated system at $14k price? Which builder?

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MBX3
Nov 10, 2020 3:59 pm
MBX3
Lot212
Lot212
10 November 2020

GJ Gardner Melb Inner East

GJ Gardner Melb Inner East
VIC

We're building with them. Complete and utter regret. Never again. The biggest issue - they could not do what was agreed in the contract. Blamed their own draftsman. We…

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Lot212
Nov 10, 2020 1:51 pm
worldofmud
worldofmud
10 November 2020

High spec project builders in Sydney?

High spec project builders in Sydney?
NSW

Do you know the ground conditions at basement excavation level and are you expecting clay soils?

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worldofmud
Nov 10, 2020 10:31 am
SejaeD
SejaeD
9 November 2020

Bricks issue - need assistance please

Bricks issue - need assistance please

this is the 2nd worse bricklaying I have seen. Honestly, and I say with kindness, the site supervisor who has been "managing" your build should be fired. This should…

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SejaeD
Nov 09, 2020 2:38 pm
SejaeD
chippy
chippy
8 November 2020

How can I make a laundry chute work here??

How can I make a laundry chute work here??

The bed 1 WIR sits over the rumpus and doesn't get close enough to run a chute to the laundry. Unfortunately the laundry sits directly below bed 2.

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chippy
Nov 08, 2020 9:59 pm
chippy
Lucky88X
Lucky88X
8 November 2020

Carlisle Homes - Fixed Site Costs

Carlisle Homes - Fixed Site Costs
VIC

Hello Everyone, We're interested in building with Carlisle on our block in Olivine estate (Melbourne North). AFAIK this area is more or less filled with rocks. Any…

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Lucky88X
Nov 08, 2020 1:07 pm
Lucky88X
Lucky88X
8 November 2020

Carlisle Homes - TSeries (Crompton26) - Necessary Upgrades

Carlisle Homes - TSeries (Crompton26) - Necessary Upgrades
VIC

Hello Everyone, We plan on building the Crompton26 on a 400sqm block in Olivine estate. We are happy with the T Series inclusions, but just noticed that CH doesn't…

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Lucky88X
Nov 08, 2020 1:03 pm
DKZ
DKZ
7 November 2020

Basement Cost

Basement Cost

just curious to see if you moved ahead with this?

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DKZ
Nov 07, 2020 5:33 pm
DKZ
Althom
Althom
7 November 2020

Builder asking us to sign and accept a contract variation

Builder asking us to sign and accept a contract variation

As the OP has posted he has provided all relevant documents and has the communications trail to prove it

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Althom
Nov 07, 2020 1:41 pm
Althom
Val G
Val G
7 November 2020

Building in Victor Harbor SA

Building in Victor Harbor SA

Hi, The left bedroom's door is up because in the entry I want build entry cupboard with the bench. I mark it by green. Other reason - I try keep the wall size 3m for feet…

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Val G
Nov 07, 2020 1:16 pm
bluesteel
bluesteel
7 November 2020

Steam Oven/Combi Oven

Steam Oven/Combi Oven
VIC

Agree - when we built last time had pyrolytic oven and straight steam oven - we used it once only in 4 years!! - bit of a fiddle to fill the water then obviously because…

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bluesteel
Nov 07, 2020 10:31 am
bluesteel
spinvests
spinvests
6 November 2020

Our new build @Wellard with Impressions

Our new build @Wellard with Impressions
1, 2

Well, that had its fair share of drama. Our original plans had grooves in the render (as the cladding we original wished for was very expensive) I guess the builder…

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spinvests
Nov 06, 2020 7:12 pm
teav
teav
6 November 2020

building in woodlea

building in woodlea

Can anyone share their experience building with ridgewater homes in woodlea..we are still in the process of shortlisting the builders and want some guidance

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teav
Nov 06, 2020 2:43 pm
ranchochachad
ranchochachad
6 November 2020

Does anyone know QOVE Homes

Does anyone know QOVE Homes

QOVE builders actually look for potential home buyers having least knowledge about the real estate and home builders industry. They trap with dreamy sales pitch for home…

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ranchochachad
Nov 06, 2020 2:41 pm
teav
teav
6 November 2020

Woodlea Stage 19 Henley site cost

Woodlea Stage 19 Henley site cost
VIC

Can anyone share their experience building with ridgewater homes in woodlea..we are still in the process of shortlisting the builders and want some guidance

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teav
Nov 06, 2020 2:40 pm
acpn2330
acpn2330
6 November 2020

Storm Water System

Storm Water System

Thank you, everyone.

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acpn2330
Nov 06, 2020 2:19 pm
gogo65
gogo65
6 November 2020

gap left in between splashback tiles and rangehood

gap left in between splashback tiles and rangehood

Regardless of what appliances were installed or where they were sourced from, the Tiling will still be based on your kitchen elevations

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gogo65
Nov 06, 2020 7:56 am
gogo65
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
5 November 2020

Items after handover- issues with bank?

Items after handover- issues with bank?
WA

Very unusual to see Westpac offer that type of loan, was the flooring and painting in the original price and you took it out to get the price down? If the loan was…

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Doozer1905
Nov 05, 2020 9:36 pm
james984
james984
4 November 2020

Home Builder grant if signed before June 4th

Home Builder grant if signed before June 4th
NSW

Interesting use of the word "may" and doesnt give any examples.

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james984
Nov 04, 2020 5:16 pm
BuDWiZe
BuDWiZe
4 November 2020

Custom build in Griffin QLD

Custom build in Griffin QLD
VIC

sorry to hear about your experience. i have a friend who works at bradnams who has done a lot with alpha line and said 1 of the better builders he had worked with. He…

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BuDWiZe
Nov 04, 2020 8:21 am
Remmet200
Remmet200
3 November 2020

Building our first home - A Retreat 305 in D'aguilar with Ha

Building our first home - A Retreat 305 in D'aguilar with Ha
QLD
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

How did you find the colour selection process? Did you feel like the under quoted in any areas? What colour way is your brick if you don’t mind?

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Remmet200
Nov 03, 2020 11:34 pm
Holelot
Holelot
3 November 2020

Permable driveway certification

Permable driveway certification

Hi Just wondering if anyone has had council put on a condition that a permable driveway is one of the special conditions on the build and the condition states that the…

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Holelot
Nov 03, 2020 8:27 pm
SejaeD
SejaeD
3 November 2020

Our finished Montgomery Homes build

Our finished Montgomery Homes build

A very close friend of mine built in Avoca with Mongomery and his house is seriously amazing. You would never be able to tell it…

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SejaeD
Nov 03, 2020 11:51 am
SejaeD
potts
potts
2 November 2020

Boutique homes or Carlisle

Boutique homes or Carlisle

Did you choose anyone these homes. We've just started the process and and these 2 are on our short-list.

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potts
Nov 02, 2020 5:26 pm
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monstro
Nov 01, 2020 11:17 am
monstro
Sparkyf
Sparkyf
1 November 2020

KDR Customised Brighton Homes Jamieson

KDR Customised Brighton Homes Jamieson
QLD
1, 2

We might do something like that also, as we have a 1.7M retaining wall along the back at the easement!

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Sparkyf
Nov 01, 2020 8:50 am
Sparkyf
katvoj
katvoj
31 October 2020

Display Homes Illusions

Display Homes Illusions

Did you end up building with Langdon?

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katvoj
Oct 31, 2020 6:32 pm
VistaDream
VistaDream
30 October 2020

Our Metricon Liberty 45 on the Northern Beaches, Sydney

Our Metricon Liberty 45 on the Northern Beaches, Sydney
NSW
1 ... 68, 69, 70

Hardie deck is doing great. No maintenance to date, it has expanded and contracted a bit, so small gaps between boards but that is easily rectified by hammering together…

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VistaDream
Oct 30, 2020 5:58 pm
PLfirsthome
PLfirsthome
30 October 2020

Lockup

Lockup

Hello we are at Lockup stage now and we have are site meeting with supervisor ten days. Is there any important question s to ask him? And we have peeked in the build have…

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PLfirsthome
Oct 30, 2020 10:44 am

We have it in locations. The new LEDs comes with a defuser to soften the light and spread the light compared to the older halogen downlights.

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Renman
Oct 29, 2020 6:29 pm
Renman
alexp79
alexp79
29 October 2020

Community Feedback needed - New Website Launch but be nice

Community Feedback needed - New Website Launch but be nice
NSW

What will make sense to me is a several scenarios on how you are different, e.g. how someone came up to you with a problem and how you helped them to build custom house…

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alexp79
Oct 29, 2020 1:02 pm
Mel Ann P
Mel Ann P
29 October 2020

Adenbrook Homes

Adenbrook Homes
VIC

Am wondering if anyone is building with Adenbrook Homes in a Victoria? We are mid build and the whole process has been horrendous. They have chewed through staff, lack…

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Mel Ann P
Oct 29, 2020 7:33 am
Muhammad
Muhammad
28 October 2020

Plantation Sahara Q2 in SEQ - Landscaping is slow

Plantation Sahara Q2 in SEQ - Landscaping is slow
QLD
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Hi poohbear, we're also building a Sahara and keen to see some landscaping ideas. Have you got pics of your front and back? (I know this thread is old, but most of the old…

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Muhammad
Oct 28, 2020 9:02 pm
Muhammad
Muhammad
28 October 2020

Henley - Sahara 40 Build - Fit out has begun!

Henley - Sahara 40 Build - Fit out has begun!
VIC
1 ... 35, 36, 37

Hey stayxtrue have you got any photos of your front yard and landscaping? We're also a building a Sahara in Brisbane and keen to see ideas.

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Muhammad
Oct 28, 2020 8:39 pm
katey237
katey237
28 October 2020

Aureus - Sharpes Beach, Skennars Head, Northern NSW

Aureus - Sharpes Beach, Skennars Head, Northern NSW
NSW

Hey there We are in the process of exchanging contracts for a block at Aureus (should be this week). Are you part of stage 1A? How exciting! :)

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katey237
Oct 28, 2020 12:58 pm
Simalison
Simalison
28 October 2020

Dixon Homes

Dixon Homes

Hi amanda, please let me know how you go, I'm considering Dixon Homes too.

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Simalison
Oct 28, 2020 10:41 am
Fore20
Fore20
28 October 2020

Down pipe incorrect position

Down pipe incorrect position

Pictures and drawings would be a huge help when asking these sorts of questions

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Fore20
Oct 28, 2020 10:10 am
Fore20

Here are a few pics I found with dark bricks and surfmist garage.

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Bobjane
Oct 28, 2020 8:28 am
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
27 October 2020

Our first build! Mirage Homes SA

Our first build! Mirage Homes SA
SA

Hi there, Just checking to see if you're still on here and how you went with your build with Mirage in the end?

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stonesthrow
Oct 27, 2020 8:28 pm
Super Demolition
Super Demolition
27 October 2020

Super Demolition

Super Demolition

Need a house demolished? Super Demolition is what you’ve been in search for!! For a free quotation, call 1300 433 655 Providing more than you expect. Guaranteed NO…

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Super Demolition
Oct 27, 2020 8:19 am
Super Demolition
jjchack
jjchack
27 October 2020

NEW HOME BUILDING

NEW HOME BUILDING

I am building a home in Cockburn,I have completed my prestart on 8th october.waiting for final plan signed.May I know,how long it will take prstart to slab done time.Which…

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jjchack
Oct 27, 2020 12:29 am
gogo65
gogo65
26 October 2020

Double Storey, Double Garage on Narrow block

Double Storey, Double Garage on Narrow block

I think in Sydney you wouldn’t be able to do it. You have to consider what you are sacrificing to get a 25k bonus. Yes it would be nice to get but do you want to…

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gogo65
Oct 26, 2020 8:39 pm
gogo65
First Time Build
First Time Build
26 October 2020

Allcastle

Allcastle

Has anyone built the Admiral facade with Allcastle. Interested in seeing what colours were used.

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First Time Build
Oct 26, 2020 9:28 am

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