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Toorak
Toorak
30 October 2015

Before you build with Ausbuild. Do some research!

Before you build with Ausbuild. Do some research!
QLD

If you are planning to build a "house" with Ausbuild then take the time to do some good research.

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Toorak
Oct 30, 2015 12:40 pm
oneJohn
oneJohn
30 October 2015

Anti glare?

Anti glare?
VIC

Bulk insulation is just normal insulation, and R2.5 is the normal amount put into external walls. I'm thinking "anti-glare" may be referring to anti-glare reflective…

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oneJohn
Oct 30, 2015 10:24 am
oneJohn
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
30 October 2015

How much does your house cost?

How much does your house cost?
NSW

BTW..That information is also provided by The ABS and the HIA publish it monthly, and 2016 is a census year.

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 30, 2015 9:05 am
StructuralBIMGuy
pandaaram
pandaaram
29 October 2015

Retaining walls - help needed

Retaining walls - help needed
VIC

Argh, retaining walls. I am building in Qld and recently had to have a retaining wall built at the back of my block. I am on the lower side and…

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pandaaram
Oct 29, 2015 10:43 am
lish87
lish87
29 October 2015

Building a new home at Skye

Building a new home at Skye
VIC

Yes, if you contact MainVue direct and give them the LOT number etc of the land they will be able to tell you what the site costs are. MainVue are fantasic!

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lish87
Oct 29, 2015 10:07 am
lish87
flowersandtrees
flowersandtrees
28 October 2015

tray ceiling ?

tray ceiling ?
WA

Hi there , can anyone tell me if it a major thing price wise and labor wise to put in a tray ceiling to a lounge room 4x5m.

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flowersandtrees
Oct 28, 2015 11:21 pm
ugly99
ugly99
28 October 2015

has anyone used nawkaw to fix colour differences

has anyone used nawkaw to fix colour differences
NSW

Hi All, Has anyone used nawkaw as a product to fix colour differences due to receiving bricks from 2 different batches? if so happy/ not happy what was the eventual fix,…

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ugly99
Oct 28, 2015 11:01 pm
vijaytee1
vijaytee1
28 October 2015

Builders playing scare tactics help!!

Builders playing scare tactics help!!
QLD

Yes guys they are the same builder that are building either side of us. Yes the neighbours have seen us at the land and havent approached us at all. Im 100% keen to be…

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vijaytee1
Oct 28, 2015 6:50 pm
vijaytee1
imrasm
imrasm
28 October 2015

single storey house with side loaded garage on narrow lot

single storey house with side loaded garage on narrow lot
NSW

Hi All Just wondering if anybody has built ( or in a process of building) single storey house with side loaded garage on narrow lot. I just bought 13 m x29 m size…

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imrasm
Oct 28, 2015 6:08 pm
towers
towers
28 October 2015

Small, Narrow & Wedged Shaped Block! - Thoughts?

Small, Narrow & Wedged Shaped Block! - Thoughts?
NSW

Awesome thanks for the great response oneJohn we have decided to go ahead with the added expense of having an architect take a look to confirm my initial investigation and…

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towers
Oct 28, 2015 1:01 pm
boosta
boosta
28 October 2015

Connection to Stormwater Sleeve after Handover

Connection to Stormwater Sleeve after Handover
SA

Get a few quotes and decide (~$1650 to $2200 based on my quotes). You can do this prior to handover as long as your builder approves it, 1 less thing to worry about and…

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boosta
Oct 28, 2015 12:58 pm
IssyandOzzy
IssyandOzzy
28 October 2015

D3US_85 - building in Baldivis, WA

D3US_85 - building in Baldivis, WA
WA
1, 2, 3, 4

So I've done a VERY rough (paint...) mock up of backyard and how I'll try to open up the living areas with the backyard. Just to help visualise.…

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IssyandOzzy
Oct 28, 2015 1:35 am
loulou1411
loulou1411
27 October 2015

Anyone building with Celebration Homes?

Anyone building with Celebration Homes?
WA

Hi StarGirlStar Did you end up building with celebrations? We are probably going to sign with them in the next few days but want to see if you have had any problems with them.

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loulou1411
Oct 27, 2015 7:28 pm
Suzi_Q
Suzi_Q
27 October 2015

Building in Bibra Lake with * 2016 ...

Building in Bibra Lake with * 2016 ...
WA

Needing to start compiling lists of tradies... Any recommendations for SOR Bibra lake for aggregate concrete / slim wall / decking / painters / skirting boards / internal…

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Suzi_Q
Oct 27, 2015 10:36 am
bluesteel
bluesteel
26 October 2015

Our modern country home in the beautiful Adelaide Hills!

Our modern country home in the beautiful Adelaide Hills!
SA
1, 2, 3

Looks awesome, was waiting to see your benchtops! You can always grey grout the lines with something like grout perfect - will also make it easier to clean.

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bluesteel
Oct 26, 2015 8:04 pm
bluesteel
shellby
shellby
26 October 2015

How Many Spare Tiles?

How Many Spare Tiles?
NSW

While waiting to get our DA approved I have started thinking about other things with our build. I know we get something like half a pallet of spare bricks and same with…

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shellby
Oct 26, 2015 2:49 pm
shellby
shellby
shellby
26 October 2015

How fussy do you get about finishes?

How fussy do you get about finishes?
VIC

How do tilers think people would find this acceptable? I mean after a few you would tell its not right - why keep going and waste your time - I'm guess it means enough…

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shellby
Oct 26, 2015 2:38 pm
shellby
baby_blonde409
baby_blonde409
26 October 2015

Another newie joining

Another newie joining
QLD

Hi oldies ! I'm very excited to be following your journey as we are building the same design. Our land isn't ready until mid January (fingers crossed) then council…

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baby_blonde409
Oct 26, 2015 10:38 am
baby_blonde409
Decka
Decka
25 October 2015

Redink SOR First time builders-The end has arrived!

Redink SOR First time builders-The end has arrived!
WA
1 ... 63, 64, 65

Everything looks great Ardie, must me such a relief to be able to sit at your alfresco and relax for a bit

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Decka
Oct 25, 2015 10:49 pm
Decka
Crazyk
Crazyk
25 October 2015

Special Conditions to HIA contract

Special Conditions to HIA contract
QLD

@Jessieyy I just had a quick look at the HIA contract and it covers off most the items your concerned about

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Crazyk
Oct 25, 2015 9:47 pm
Crazyk
dee89
dee89
25 October 2015

Anyone building in Arnold Ave Kellyville area?

Anyone building in Arnold Ave Kellyville area?
NSW

Anyone else building in chelsea on the park?

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dee89
Oct 25, 2015 2:30 pm
shellby
shellby
24 October 2015

Need advise, Please help me

Need advise, Please help me
QLD

Is this your building contract - or sales/tender contract? If its the sales tender one, well that changes like Ponzu stated depending on changes. Ours went up $2500 after…

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shellby
Oct 24, 2015 10:34 pm
shellby
aussiepam1327
aussiepam1327
24 October 2015

Simonds CLEO Melbourne

Simonds CLEO Melbourne
VIC
1, 2, 3, 4

Thought of you guys last night when we went to check our build the bath had been installed and was half full of water. Plumbing not connected yet so the only thing we can…

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aussiepam1327
Oct 24, 2015 9:01 am
aussiepam1327
jessicana10
jessicana10
23 October 2015

Site costs too high!!!

Site costs too high!!!
VIC

We just did a kdr in outereast melb, our site costs were $44k which sound like a lot but it covers a lot of things. About $6k of that is provisional for traffic management…

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jessicana10
Oct 23, 2015 11:04 pm
jessicana10
ddarroch
ddarroch
23 October 2015

Process of building dream/new home

Process of building dream/new home
NSW

KRB blocks are pretty rare here, so it may take quite some time to find one you're happy with. Selling your house before finding a KRB could have been a bit risky when the…

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ddarroch
Oct 23, 2015 10:41 pm
Conifers
Conifers
23 October 2015

Building Mainvue Emporio 430

Building Mainvue Emporio 430
VIC
1 ... 11, 12, 13

So how is it all going? Have you unpacked everything and settled in? viewtopic.php?t=78112

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Conifers
Oct 23, 2015 8:06 pm
Ilaeria
Ilaeria
23 October 2015

Who can review the specifications of the building contract ?

Who can review the specifications of the building contract ?
QLD

If you're in Brisbane your builder should be using a standard HIA contract. If they're not doing so I'd be concerned. If they are, you don't really need a lawyer to review…

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Ilaeria
Oct 23, 2015 2:02 pm
Ilaeria
MezMaz71
MezMaz71
23 October 2015

Roller door

Roller door
TAS

Hi nat_luke1, we have just completed a kDR with our builder in Melbourne, and we upgraded to a colourbond coloured sectional garage door with 4 windows across the top of…

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MezMaz71
Oct 23, 2015 10:33 am
chloea_
chloea_
22 October 2015

Mainvue Amalfi 530 - Acacia, Botanic Ridge

Mainvue Amalfi 530 - Acacia, Botanic Ridge
VIC
1, 2, 3

How exciting! When do they expect the land to title again? Colours is soooo hard. But trust your gut, I worried about…

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chloea_
Oct 22, 2015 5:45 pm
jelbell55
jelbell55
22 October 2015

Dale Alcock Build in Kensington - Moved In

Dale Alcock Build in Kensington - Moved In
WA
1 ... 9, 10, 11

Glad to hear your enjoying your new home! Looking forward to seeing some pics :)

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jelbell55
Oct 22, 2015 1:49 pm
Lindeli
Lindeli
21 October 2015

Edison 2800 (Not going ahead with this build)

Edison 2800 (Not going ahead with this build)
VIC

Hi guys, I haven't been on here lately as we had previously decided to not go ahead with the build... everything was getting to be too much We have though just put money…

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Lindeli
Oct 21, 2015 7:36 pm
1st-timers
1st-timers
21 October 2015

Being told "no"

Being told "no"
NSW

We got told 'no' to our choice of facade. They were building 3 houses in the same street (one opposite us) and according to the saleman the covenants in that development…

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1st-timers
Oct 21, 2015 5:05 pm
Fdon
Fdon
21 October 2015

Render Colour

Render Colour
VIC

Hi Guys Building a double story townhouse, and need colour ideas for the second story (foam is currently being applied). The bricks are tawny heritage, and the roof is…

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Fdon
Oct 21, 2015 5:01 pm
mim_feher
mim_feher
21 October 2015

LPG or electricity

LPG or electricity
NSW

So have been researching and waiting to hear back about quotes. We don't get anything for electricity that goes back to the grid, was looking at to decrease our electricty…

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mim_feher
Oct 21, 2015 4:41 pm
zc12345
zc12345
21 October 2015

Building Contract

Building Contract
NSW

nathan2015 - will you be able to explain this a more detail?

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zc12345
Oct 21, 2015 2:54 pm
oneJohn
oneJohn
21 October 2015

6 star energy rating.. can i bypass ceiling fans?

6 star energy rating.. can i bypass ceiling fans?
QLD

It will depend on location. For our place in Adelaide, it passed 6-star without the double-glazing or any ceiling fans. Just having maximum wall and ceiling insulation…

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oneJohn
Oct 21, 2015 12:21 pm
oneJohn
EmKaralyn
EmKaralyn
21 October 2015

Plantation Homes QLD - Soho 4 - PostHandover - 8/10/15

Plantation Homes QLD - Soho 4 - PostHandover - 8/10/15
QLD
1, 2, 3, 4

How amazing is your WIR! Love the shoe section! We are also doing ours port handover. Love your flooring too! Well…

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EmKaralyn
Oct 21, 2015 11:06 am
EmKaralyn
Leksie5000
Leksie5000
21 October 2015

Contract cancellation within cooling off

Contract cancellation within cooling off
VIC

Just re read your post. Check the regulator in your state, however - I understand that If you have signed or entered into a preliminary agreement the builder is entitled…

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Leksie5000
Oct 21, 2015 8:02 am
speedy_hobbit
speedy_hobbit
20 October 2015

Who's building with APA Homes?

Who's building with APA Homes?
NSW

We are looking to build a new home in Googong,NSW and are considering a house & land package through APA homes. It looks like they have already built a few houses there.…

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speedy_hobbit
Oct 20, 2015 10:54 pm
Sivanandan
Sivanandan
20 October 2015

Underpinning neighbours lot/garage

Underpinning neighbours lot/garage
VIC

Basically if you need to excavate below the level of your neighbours foundation there is a risk that material will fall away. Underpinning…

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Sivanandan
Oct 20, 2015 10:04 pm

No megera. I was not able to change it. If felt that the way they have given to me without the bulk head looks better and easy for cleaning. Display home…

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Mustang30
Oct 20, 2015 6:44 pm
bluesteel
bluesteel
20 October 2015

kitchen backsplash help

kitchen backsplash help
TAS

You could seal the grout as said or ask them to use epoxy grout which is less/not porous or mist grey grout which is slightly off white light grey may be easier to maintain.

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bluesteel
Oct 20, 2015 6:40 pm
bluesteel
Megera
Megera
20 October 2015

Insects in new home / birds building nest in gutter box

Insects in new home / birds building nest in gutter box
VIC

I think it's pretty common for there to be an increase in bug/spider activity in new homes. All the soil on the site and the surrounding areas gets disturbed and the bugs…

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Megera
Oct 20, 2015 5:25 pm
Megera
NicNak
NicNak
20 October 2015

Render colours

Render colours
VIC

Has anyone used dulux Caveman and mud pack together for the render? Would love to see photos. We have picked these and now I think I want to change my mind. nicnbam.blogspot.com

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NicNak
Oct 20, 2015 3:09 pm
lileegirl
lileegirl
20 October 2015

Help Needed With Window Placement In Master

Help Needed With Window Placement In Master
QLD

it's hard isn't it, lots of little decisions and the cost of it all adding up!! I'd agree, stick with the windows facing east so you can have a view, I don't think it…

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lileegirl
Oct 20, 2015 10:54 am
lileegirl
Skull
Skull
20 October 2015

Red-earth block and bullnose

Red-earth block and bullnose
WA

This is for Perth - I googled the subject and was only directed to one supplier for bullnose....anyone here who knows the other suppliers, please let me know. cheers, skull

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Skull
Oct 20, 2015 1:38 am
Homeowners1
Homeowners1
20 October 2015

Shine taken off new build - In-Vogue

Shine taken off new build - In-Vogue
WA

I wish we had read the reviews before we signed up with In-Vogue. We were also hit with the increase in building costs, we did not argue as we had made a few alterations…

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Homeowners1
Oct 20, 2015 1:26 am
Christoshizz
Christoshizz
19 October 2015

Sloping Block Builders Melbourne

Sloping Block Builders Melbourne
VIC
1, 2, 3

I would be looking for a custom local builder

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Christoshizz
Oct 19, 2015 10:34 pm
Christoshizz

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