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How long is the lock up stage?BTW - I think your's is essentially the same as ours. So far we're pretty happy with Clarendon. Few hiccups during DRP submission and then clear… dotgif replied 12 September 2013 ago Advise on zero lot adjoining wallsThanks R34!
Any neighbour disputes during construction?
Did u observe any changes to wall as there wont be enough sun light to take the moisture off between the… dse replied 13 September 2013 ago What are engineer's drawings?Generally the engineers drawings describe how the structural elements of the house are to be constructed.
In unusual cases where there is a difficult drainage or sewerage… BlindsHi, I don't have a recommendation, but I got this advice from a friend who used to fit and install blinds (freelance): the main difference in price is generally the cost… Re: Baldivis Build: backyard photos
I know a company that is an expert in all kinds of Outdoor and Indoor Blinds. Blindman has world-class service and also has professional Blinds Installer.
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We are building with RedInk and we are just waiting on a preliminary works to start.
The Sales Rep was very helpful and was able to modify the floor plans… Finoz replied 15 September 2013 ago FinozSep 15, 2013 10:42 am Roof tilesIt's one of those things that can't be changed later on, unfortunately.
I owner built, so it was only a couple of thousand more, but builders would charge $5k or more… JB1 replied 15 September 2013 ago tv install on the wallIf you're building a house, you can just ask the builder to put a noggin in the wall...I'm not sure how much exactly they cost.. but these support the TV wall mounts.
If… Where do I start - Knock down and rebuildIf I understand your first post you are replacing an investment property with one that you either intend to live in or rerent out.
So, unrelated to the building process… Boral Savannah BrickHas anyone used Boral's new brick called "Savannah". I am thinking of using it but as I live in a small country town have only seen it on one house. As it is a new brick… gailyg started a topic 18 September 2013 ago Anyone building with Blueprint?Blueprint was originally one of our top choices, but not once we met with the rep. We basically had two plans which we wanted to merge together and make various changes… Orbit Homes
Just wanted to pipe in here.
My parents are building a small house with Orbit and it's been great so far. It's now at lock up and mum said the bricklaying quality is… Cracking - Solutions and PreventionAll buildings move in various ways.
Shrinkage during concrete curing.
Expansion and contraction due to weather.
Differential settlement or soil heave.
Protection is… Switch design 270According to our sales consultant we are the first to build the 270 and we are waiting for the final drawings at this stage so it will be a little while yet before there… mlb replied 18 September 2013 ago Developers soil test versus builders testMaterial testing is very important before starting the construction process. If you have doubt on builders and developers testing report you must take advice from the… Down pipe on front of house?I have seen houses where builders have moved a downpipe to another location but this is not a good idea for the following reasons...
Eaves gutters are installed in a W… SaveH2O replied 19 September 2013 ago Is anyone building with Perry Homes??you can click on the bottom of this post and click on the view topic it will take you to my thread.
love the idea of getting rid of the corner wall so you can get a… 1rocky replied 20 September 2013 ago Standard inclusions in a contractA contract should be carefully read and understood and if you're not happy then negotiate changes. The standard contract doesn't actually ban you from the site, rather it… Henly Monterey Q2Hi All,
I'm looking into building with Henly and we loved the lexington Q2 layout but when we started analyzing the space through the dining table in the middle of the… Crazyk started a topic 21 September 2013 ago need helping building houseHi there
I have just put a deposit on a block of land in wandi, the whistling grove estate.
The block I chose is 288 sqm and is 12 metres wide by… Time Frames Please. Lock up till Handover?Ha ha twiggens, we went to Lock up 2 days before you. I thought we were pretty close ages ago but one of the tradies I spoke to one day said that he can see there's still… Dale Alcock Build in Secret Harbour
Busywithfour,
Our block is 659sqm and the house floor size is 263sqm. If you add in garage, alfresco and the two verandas, the total area size is 373sqm.
DAH do have… polack replied 23 September 2013 ago West facing blockTrees are a great long term solution as long as they are a reasonable distance from the house but will take 4-5 years to be effective. (photo… Building the Wild Orchid by Dechellis
Hi there!
I just read through your story! Please update with the progress from March. I want to see the finished product! We are in the very early stages of building the…
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Starting your own thread is a great idea...it's never too early in the process to do so. This forum is a great support on all aspects of building, and there…
Just check my address on the telstra site while putting a bundle together and it came up saying they can connect me! I checked about 2 weeks ago and…
