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Room2Breathe
Room2Breathe
29 March 2013

Building GJG's Fitzroy - PCI tomorrow (wednesday)!!!

Building GJG's Fitzroy - PCI tomorrow (wednesday)!!!
VIC
1, 2, 3, 4

posting to find with ease. looks great so far!

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Room2Breathe
Mar 29, 2013 1:19 pm
firsthomenewbie
firsthomenewbie
29 March 2013

And the Journey begins!!!!

And the Journey begins!!!!
WA

Hi, Just wondering how big your block is? Good luck!

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firsthomenewbie
Mar 29, 2013 9:36 pm
Smarty pants
Smarty pants
30 March 2013

Downlights installed by builder

Downlights installed by builder
NSW

Summit homes $386 per led, same as Leanne R we got them from beacon and electrician was 80per hour, installed after handover, 6 inside rake ceiling, 4 outside rake…

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Smarty pants
Mar 30, 2013 3:57 pm
DeeMM
DeeMM
31 March 2013

Windows not centred. - brickwork nearly complete

Windows not centred. - brickwork nearly complete
WA

This and other recent posts just makes me realise more and more how you must check measurements of everything and make an effort to be…

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DeeMM
Mar 31, 2013 9:09 am
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Room2Breathe
Mar 31, 2013 12:41 pm
cazzann
cazzann
31 March 2013

How much to add on from list price - Adelaide builders

How much to add on from list price - Adelaide builders
SA

When getting the quote i had every possible thing included. insulation, bay window, cupboards, kitchen with overheads, wir, extra airiels deadlocks,cavity doors,…

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cazzann
Mar 31, 2013 3:50 pm
iduno
iduno
31 March 2013

Garage height - extend for 4WD or not?

Garage height - extend for 4WD or not?
WA

Get it increased. 29 should be considered standard. You'll apreciate it later if you want to put a roof rack on the car. 25 is a tight squeeze and you need to remember the…

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iduno
Mar 31, 2013 6:34 pm
jayjay_bne
jayjay_bne
31 March 2013

Is anyone using sekisui house??

Is anyone using sekisui house??
NSW

Are you looking at a custom build db33?

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jayjay_bne
Mar 31, 2013 8:06 pm
Agape
Agape
1 April 2013

Reputable Surveyors and Building Inspectors- Victoria

Reputable Surveyors and Building Inspectors- Victoria
VIC

If you do a search you will find plenty of recommendations and warnings about them. We are looking into Kevin McDonald, I have read a number of fantastic reviews about him.

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Agape
Apr 01, 2013 12:11 pm

This online "support" that Chris is providing is proving to be a big factor for me, as when an issue arises, it will be…

Guest
Jan 01, 1970 10:00 am
hachy
hachy
1 April 2013

dislike selections?

dislike selections?
SA

we have got white valencia to the kitchen, we got ebony marble for the bathroom/ensuite.

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hachy
Apr 01, 2013 7:09 pm
hachy
1rocky
1rocky
1 April 2013

Brick & Roof Selection

Brick & Roof Selection
SA

all the best jacboh let us know what colors you decide

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1rocky
Apr 01, 2013 7:14 pm
Yolo
Yolo
1 April 2013

PLEASE HELP!!

PLEASE HELP!!
VIC

A general word of warning ... It would be wise to be careful about what information you post on this site. Photos, particularly those taken…

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Yolo
Apr 01, 2013 9:40 pm
Skyesong
Skyesong
1 April 2013

New home....Fence issue...PLEASE HELP??

New home....Fence issue...PLEASE HELP??
SA

I don't know anything about SA rules, but Fencing Online has always been a good resource. The link for SA is: http://www.fencingonline.com.au/dispute ... tralia.htm

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Skyesong
Apr 01, 2013 10:19 pm
lozzie s
lozzie s
1 April 2013

EXTERIOR BUILDING COLOURS

EXTERIOR BUILDING COLOURS
NSW

We're building for the first time and we're a little bit nervous about our render colour. We've chosen Shale Grey with a Feather Dawn feature on some areas. Has anyone…

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lozzie s
Apr 01, 2013 10:27 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
2 April 2013

Fencing pickle - help!

Fencing pickle - help!

Advise him of the costs - in writing - apologise for not doing so earlier - and mention the Small Claims Court. Say how much you don't want to do this - friendship etc…

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Saint Mike
Apr 02, 2013 8:39 am
Saint Mike
englewestern
englewestern
2 April 2013

Cracks in retaining wall - Madora Bay

Cracks in retaining wall - Madora Bay
WA

Hello All, Well our build is slightly delayed as we made some final structural changes!! Haven't had much luck as the neighbouring block has dumped & compacted heaps…

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englewestern
Apr 02, 2013 12:26 pm
englewestern
Homebody99
Homebody99
2 April 2013

Siteworks - how much to expect

Siteworks - how much to expect

Coastal conditions generally means your wind rating so they need to allow for additional tie downs/structural things for the wind.....

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Homebody99
Apr 02, 2013 1:36 pm
Forg
Forg
2 April 2013

CDC Compliance

CDC Compliance
NSW

Check the wording; isn't it a minimum setback, rather than an exact location on the block? The amount of incorrect information we've had from…

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Forg
Apr 02, 2013 7:47 pm
microp
microp
2 April 2013

Onyx Custom Homes in Canberra

Onyx Custom Homes in Canberra
ACT

Hi Variegated, The house is going to be built in Crace. Land was settled in Feb. I am still in the process of negotiating the inclusion with builders.

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microp
Apr 02, 2013 9:43 pm
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humble
Apr 02, 2013 10:40 pm
kaykens
kaykens
3 April 2013

What colour is this?

What colour is this?
NSW

The vertical cladding looks similar to the colour we chose for our front of house features (pillar, door etc) which is Colorbond 'Stone'. That's just going by the small…

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kaykens
Apr 03, 2013 9:54 am
kaykens
Ranger00
Ranger00
3 April 2013

First timers building in Whiteman Edge

First timers building in Whiteman Edge
WA
1 ... 9, 10, 11

Oh great, I'll check it out. Thanks for letting me know!

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Ranger00
Apr 03, 2013 12:29 pm
bec80
bec80
3 April 2013

Please Help

Please Help
VIC

I seem to like it matching and when I see a dark roof , different gutters, then different brick, just dont like it at all. Henley colours of the roof dot match the same as…

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bec80
Apr 03, 2013 12:38 pm
marybond2012
marybond2012
3 April 2013

finally building our new home, homegroup, piara waters

finally building our new home, homegroup, piara waters
WA

AWWW Chris :) You made it on here :) Hi All, Chris is like family to me and her path to this point has been a challenging one but she is a very strong woman that is such an…

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marybond2012
Apr 03, 2013 2:35 pm
marybond2012
tristam
tristam
3 April 2013

fairmont house quotes

fairmont house quotes
SA
1, 2

thanks you

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tristam
Apr 03, 2013 7:01 pm
fmac
fmac
3 April 2013

Building in Aveley with WA Housing Centre

Building in Aveley with WA Housing Centre
WA

Hust ask the question. I know we considered going back to laminate bench tips if we couldn't stretch to stone. But all builders are different. You probably won't know…

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fmac
Apr 03, 2013 7:43 pm
leighton
leighton
3 April 2013

Who applies for which Permits?

Who applies for which Permits?
VIC

Planning permits. sometimes the owner, sometimes the builder, and sometimes a consultant. Most of my clients seem capable of doing this themselves. Building permits. I…

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leighton
Apr 03, 2013 8:08 pm
leighton
DeeMM
DeeMM
3 April 2013

Mounting your flatscreen?

Mounting your flatscreen?
VIC

We had a full data package installed as part of our build. Where the main TV is has data input points down low for the devices and one up high for the TV so we don't have…

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DeeMM
Apr 03, 2013 9:47 pm
leighton
leighton
4 April 2013

locating experienced Kitome / kit home builders

locating experienced Kitome / kit home builders
NSW

I have just signed a contract build a house that size for that price. I often wonder why people are tempted by these kits when the prices are so high that they cannot save…

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leighton
Apr 04, 2013 7:39 pm
leighton
bec80
bec80
4 April 2013

brick and roof , gutter to match - any help ?

brick and roof , gutter to match - any help ?
VIC

Hi DeeMM , we are building the henley broadway facade.

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bec80
Apr 04, 2013 9:36 pm
bradster181
bradster181
4 April 2013

SUMMIT HOMES BUILD (Handover)

SUMMIT HOMES BUILD (Handover)
WA
1 ... 13, 14, 15

Congratulations AGF, enjoy what you have and the making it your own time ;)

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bradster181
Apr 04, 2013 10:07 pm
bradster181
dakr
dakr
4 April 2013

Steel beams in roof structure

Steel beams in roof structure
WA

Thanks Dee for the reassurance. Much appreciated.

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dakr
Apr 04, 2013 10:20 pm
ashertod
ashertod
5 April 2013

Land Capability Assessment advice

Land Capability Assessment advice
VIC

I have to get a "Land capability assessment" done to apply for planning permission for a 7 acre block out near Moriac (Geelong). Can anyone recommend someone to do this,…

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ashertod
Apr 05, 2013 9:04 am
twiggens
twiggens
5 April 2013

Building with Homegroup wa

Building with Homegroup wa
WA

There are a fair few people on here building with Homegroup WA, some recently finished and moved in - hopefully they'll pop their heads up soon! Check out Nicci's thread,…

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twiggens
Apr 05, 2013 9:27 am
twiggens
Onewheel
Onewheel
5 April 2013

Wisdom Home

Wisdom Home
NSW

I really like the timber handrail and zigzag, looks fantastic. Will try to see if i can come up with some money. I will stick with…

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Onewheel
Apr 05, 2013 11:09 am
oneness
oneness
5 April 2013

HELP! Council Inspection / Occupancy Cert necessary in WA?

HELP! Council Inspection / Occupancy Cert necessary in WA?
WA

All good, have been i contact with council and one is not needed in WA...sent that to mortgage co and all is sweeeeet...phew what a relief... Life would be so much easier…

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oneness
Apr 05, 2013 1:42 pm
Ms Googonian
Ms Googonian
5 April 2013

What extreme's have you gone through to get what you want?

What extreme's have you gone through to get what you want?
ACT

In Canberra there is a webpage allhomes.com.au. There is all sorts of sales information you can find out there. Every time it changes hands you can see how much someone…

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Ms Googonian
Apr 05, 2013 2:05 pm
EmyN
EmyN
5 April 2013

Cornice size for high ceilings

Cornice size for high ceilings
VIC

That's interesting. We're going to have high ceilings and I always thought bigger cornices would make it look shorter, and that smaller cornices would actually look…

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EmyN
Apr 05, 2013 4:52 pm
EmyN
Amancharmar
Amancharmar
6 April 2013

Building inspector - Building in Adelaide SA

Building inspector - Building in Adelaide SA
SA

Would also love to hear suggestions too

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Amancharmar
Apr 06, 2013 12:26 pm
Amancharmar
housebythewater
housebythewater
7 April 2013

Site supervisor specified in building contract

Site supervisor specified in building contract
WA

Thanks for your thoughts bashworth and Tim_.K

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housebythewater
Apr 07, 2013 9:00 am
housebythewater
blacklab
blacklab
7 April 2013

Concrete Stairs

Concrete Stairs
SA

OK great, thanks Matt+Jo, i think i will ring them in the morning just for piece of mind.

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blacklab
Apr 07, 2013 9:10 am
kmoz
kmoz
7 April 2013

Help with external house colours

Help with external house colours
VIC

Thanks everyone for the help and pics. It has been very helpful and I appreciate your time. :)

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kmoz
Apr 07, 2013 8:26 pm
1rocky
1rocky
8 April 2013

How does the loan process work?

How does the loan process work?
NSW

in the construction loan our bank already had the value of the land so for valuation they also required the builders final contract. this will also have the payment to…

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1rocky
Apr 08, 2013 7:20 am
elastic
elastic
8 April 2013

Bushfire Zone ? Doreen/Mernda?

Bushfire Zone ? Doreen/Mernda?
VIC

Top of my street yes. my block no just saved 5 grand

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elastic
Apr 08, 2013 4:46 pm
Aston
Aston
8 April 2013

Anyone built or building with Ideal Homes??

Anyone built or building with Ideal Homes??
WA

im building with them at the moment. they have been both good and bad. the pre-start lady was a bit of a bully but we didnt let them push us around. then it took a while…

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Aston
Apr 08, 2013 5:54 pm

For anyone interested I have about 500 Austral Ultra Smooth Jazz bricks for sale. They are in brand new condition. They have only been moved from the front of the house…

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retrovertigo
Apr 08, 2013 7:31 pm

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