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building-expert
building-expert
3 September

Contract Sum Adjustments in HIA contract

Contract Sum Adjustments in HIA contract

You talk about deletions, are they variations or PS and PC adjustments? pleas list them

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building-expert
Sep 03, 2023 3:38 pm
building-expert

Ardo That is so funny! I wonder how many people know who Larry Haun is these days. I have a couple of young guys we call Mo 1 & Mo 2 who run a crew of 6 boys and…

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Ashington Homes
Sep 02, 2023 3:52 pm
Ashington Homes
Showatt
Showatt
2 September

Builder suspended construction, demanding cost increase

Builder suspended construction, demanding cost increase

How are you doing Ben? Extremely interested in hearing what you are doing or plan to do!

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Showatt
Sep 02, 2023 7:44 am
stonesthrow
stonesthrow
1 September

Things can be done after construction.

Things can be done after construction.

Depends what you're current inclusions are, but we're not including wardrobes and will just use second hand ones until we can save later on to get them built. Also have a…

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stonesthrow
Sep 01, 2023 12:22 pm
Klogg
Klogg
30 August

Frame Overhang Solutions

Frame Overhang Solutions
VIC

In the end, two pieces of treated timber (20mm thick) were bolted onto the joists and planed when there was too much sticking out. Passed inspection.

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Klogg
Aug 30, 2023 6:06 pm
gommeqld
gommeqld
30 August

Concrete vs Hebel

Concrete vs Hebel

Since you are in the design stage then I would direct your questions, in writing of course, to your designer. Depending on the trust you have in the competence of your…

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gommeqld
Aug 30, 2023 5:38 pm
olly80
olly80
29 August

Building Inspector recommendation in South Australia?

Building Inspector recommendation in South Australia?
SA

Would anyone have a reputable building inspector recommendation in South Australia? I am planning a build in the Adelaide region next year and am considering a staged…

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olly80
Aug 29, 2023 5:59 pm
olly80
aussieta
aussieta
28 August

Is this normal

Is this normal

19c for 1000 litres

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aussieta
Aug 28, 2023 5:18 pm
aussieta
hammerthis
hammerthis
28 August

Building with Chatham Homes - From Contract to Completion

Building with Chatham Homes - From Contract to Completion

Timeline: Fenced: March 9, 2022 Piers bored March 14, 2022 Piers concreted March 16, 2022 Preslab plumbing March 21, 2022 Slab cut April 1, 2022 Slab formwork April 9,…

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hammerthis
Aug 28, 2023 10:24 am

We used a PGH brick for our new build in NSW. It has a slurried face & we selected off white mortar. I've attached a pic of before cleaning (when they looked great) and…

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bc123
Aug 27, 2023 7:30 pm

Leftover Materials - Supply and Install

Leftover Materials - Supply and Install
VIC

That's a fantastic result! Happy you got it sorted out. cheers Simeon

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Ashington Homes
Aug 26, 2023 4:25 pm
Ashington Homes
KJones
KJones
26 August

Builder : Eagle Home / Champion Home / New South Homes

Builder : Eagle Home / Champion Home / New South Homes

I can't agree more with your comments about C Homes. My friend and I both built with it a few years ago, the contract terms and conditions were full of traps. we ended up…

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KJones
Aug 26, 2023 4:15 pm
dlydom
dlydom
26 August

Simone homes Bankrupt

Simone homes Bankrupt
NSW

Hi Abraham and Vicky, we got the same letter. Officially on Thursday they went into liquidation through ASIC. I have attached the liquidation notice. Following up…

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dlydom
Aug 26, 2023 3:43 pm

Old Covenants in NSW - Something I learnt this week

Old Covenants in NSW - Something I learnt this week

Hi Everyone I learned something this week that I thought would be worth sharing. In NSW a lot of developers of subdivisions put covenants on the land which normally…

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Ashington Homes
Aug 24, 2023 9:38 am
Ashington Homes
nemo_r
nemo_r
22 August

Coral Homes general build thread

Coral Homes general build thread
QLD
1 ... 577, 578, 579

Has anyone built any of the Rochester series homes keeping sides and rear as per original plan? If you could please provide some pictures, that would be amazing. My…

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nemo_r
Aug 22, 2023 5:26 pm
alexp79
alexp79
22 August

Solid brick - why don't they build them?

Solid brick - why don't they build them?
1, 2, 3

150 m2 per skin + you pay for the both sides render (and paint) on top of it. As for the bullets, I am quite sure most of the hand gun calibers won't ricochet from the…

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alexp79
Aug 22, 2023 2:24 am
Fionaclark
Fionaclark
20 August

Builder’s price variation before commencing works

Builder’s price variation before commencing works

Contracts do not expire. The date is the date they were supposed to reach practical completion. If they haven't that just means they might be in breach. The contract…

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Fionaclark
Aug 20, 2023 11:15 am
Fionaclark
Fionaclark
20 August

Builder suspended works, demanding variations, cost increase

Builder suspended works, demanding variations, cost increase
NSW
1, 2

Fair Trading can issue orders to rectify and complete but once the matter goes to NCAT these orders are automatically vacated. You will have to terminate contract and sue…

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Fionaclark
Aug 20, 2023 11:13 am

New home

New home
NSW

Skjm You might want to watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKx-bsOr2jg If that link doesn't work go to youtube and search for Zac Homes ACA I am really…

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Ashington Homes
Aug 19, 2023 1:17 pm
Ashington Homes
r_13
r_13
18 August

PCI - How thorough were you?

PCI - How thorough were you?

We hired Darbecca to do every stage inspection, and I strongly recommend them to anyone that asks me. They were amazing. Thorough reports with photos at every stage,…

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r_13
Aug 18, 2023 12:22 pm
r_13
balajmn
balajmn
17 August

Stairs gap

Stairs gap
NSW

Got my stairs designed like this with 250mm Gap marked below. Gap is bec of 2 steps added between two landing area…

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balajmn
Aug 17, 2023 11:29 am
Karar
Karar
17 August

Dealings with NSW Fair Trading and Builders

Dealings with NSW Fair Trading and Builders
NSW

If the issue related to potential major defect NSW fair trading will contact you with in 2 days and then inspector will be allocated to your build to inspect the defect,…

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Karar
Aug 17, 2023 9:32 am
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SIRIUSKEY
Aug 16, 2023 8:40 am
olly80
olly80
16 August

Custom design builders - South eastern Melbourne suburbs

Custom design builders - South eastern Melbourne suburbs
VIC

Expression of an idea doesn't include a measurement. And aside from the fact that most butlers, kitchens and laundry rooms are much of a muchness between all builders…

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olly80
Aug 16, 2023 3:56 am
olly80
CallyNoon
CallyNoon
15 August

I often get asked if now is a good time to build

I often get asked if now is a good time to build

Well thats a relief! The whole family is sick of waiting.

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CallyNoon
Aug 15, 2023 2:32 pm
SydneyPSSS
SydneyPSSS
15 August

Experience with HBCF insurance claim process NSW

Experience with HBCF insurance claim process NSW

Yes, I have submitted the Loss Notification form. We're with Fair Trading now, they've given the Builders deadlines for works to be completed. Unsure if Builder can make…

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SydneyPSSS
Aug 15, 2023 1:04 pm
k77driver
k77driver
13 August

Thoughts on Metronest Homes?

Thoughts on Metronest Homes?

how did you end up with Metronest? I've paid the deposit but still wondering about your opinion with them

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k77driver
Aug 13, 2023 4:16 pm
k77driver
k77driver
13 August

Building in Woodlea

Building in Woodlea

Hey, how did you end up with choosing the construction company? I'm going to be with Metronest soon. I've seen a few reviews of Metronest and they say it's fine overall…

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k77driver
Aug 13, 2023 4:14 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
10 August

So many builders going bust, how's King homes/Fowler homes?

So many builders going bust, how's King homes/Fowler homes?

Maybe. What if you choose a builder, spend months planning, pay deposit, get contracts and you don't like the clauses? I'd judges short listing some builders and…

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ponzutwo
Aug 10, 2023 9:10 pm
strannik
strannik
10 August

Home networking future proofing

Home networking future proofing
1, 2, 3, 4

you don't really need to have the house network finished to decide what equipment to buy. in fact, this is something that's best planned during plan preparation stage(if…

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strannik
Aug 10, 2023 10:53 am
gommeqld
gommeqld
9 August

Suggest a modular home builder south of Port Macquarie

Suggest a modular home builder south of Port Macquarie
QLD

Well these guys are not looking good... I sent them a written enquiry last week and they have not yet replied. If they cannot respond to a simple…

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gommeqld
Aug 09, 2023 3:43 pm
jas25t
jas25t
9 August

Will we make it in for Christmas?

Will we make it in for Christmas?

Not sure who you're building with, but I moved in recently to a 11month scheduled, 8 month actual build on the South coast/Illawarra NSW

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jas25t
Aug 09, 2023 2:25 pm
akuma69
akuma69
5 August

What is the minimum side/back setbacks for small lots?

What is the minimum side/back setbacks for small lots?

My land is 260m2 (10m x 26m) located in claymore NSW. Under campbelltown council. I know in general the following setbacks would apply ground floor side setback =…

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akuma69
Aug 05, 2023 10:05 pm
kate78
kate78
5 August

Sloped block in Warrandyte

Sloped block in Warrandyte
VIC

Any recommendations for builders for a KDRB in North Warrandyte ? Thanks

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kate78
Aug 05, 2023 3:25 pm

Excavation Cost Surprise

Excavation Cost Surprise

No one can give you a meaningful answer without looking at your building contract, what happened on site and who designed your house You should get experienced building…

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building-expert
Aug 04, 2023 7:07 pm
building-expert
welldoone
welldoone
3 August

Talking to tradies without entering the building site

Talking to tradies without entering the building site
1, 2

Elvis has left the building... The site supervisor quit after 2 month on the project. I guess he was just instructed to bark at people, but didn't like when he was…

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welldoone
Aug 03, 2023 7:58 pm
suku18
suku18
3 August

Building on a Block with Large Frontage

Building on a Block with Large Frontage

Thanks. this looks really nice.

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suku18
Aug 03, 2023 11:46 am
Showatt
Showatt
30 July

Building with Infinity Homes Australia

Building with Infinity Homes Australia

Did you end up building with infinity homes? Hears so many good things about them.

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Showatt
Jul 30, 2023 10:33 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
29 July

Anyone building with Zac Homes?

Anyone building with Zac Homes?

Half a Zac is threepence. Just my 2 cents worth.

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SaveH2O
Jul 29, 2023 10:27 am
SaveH2O
Showatt
Showatt
28 July

Any good or bad comments about 21st Century Homes?

Any good or bad comments about 21st Century Homes?
VIC

The issue I raised is not just that builders treating client like dirt, it's that they can get away with it. The power dynastic is completely different in building…

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Showatt
Jul 28, 2023 8:17 pm

Removing items from contract

Removing items from contract

The best advice is for you to get a competent building consultant to guide you through your build

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building-expert
Jul 28, 2023 7:36 pm
building-expert
igles
igles
28 July

Two storey home build by a boutique builder in Perth

Two storey home build by a boutique builder in Perth
1, 2, 3

We came across your post and it mirrors our situation. Have you progressed in the interim and would you have any advice for us? Thanks in advance!

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igles
Jul 28, 2023 5:39 pm
strannik
strannik
28 July

My builder made the wrong height door, what should I do next

My builder made the wrong height door, what should I do next

i imagine you also have another contract with an architect? and yeah, whatever other's said about special conditions and appendices

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strannik
Jul 28, 2023 5:34 pm
Showatt
Showatt
28 July

Dulger Home

Dulger Home

Just leaving this for anyone interested/looking for a review, I don't recommend this builder at all. They may have a lot of fantastic reviews, but they don't paint an…

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Showatt
Jul 28, 2023 12:14 pm

Slab design - contract issues

Slab design - contract issues

It looks your builder was trying his luck

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building-expert
Jul 27, 2023 6:58 pm
building-expert
alexp79
alexp79
26 July

Builder used the wrong concrete mix

Builder used the wrong concrete mix
VIC

there is only 20% difference in concrete strength between 20 mpa and 25 mpa, so check with your engineer first if it fits his calculation tolerances. There are ways to…

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alexp79
Jul 26, 2023 3:50 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
25 July

Builder refusing to give OP

Builder refusing to give OP
VIC

lots change din the last 5 years, not sure any outcome would be overly relevant to your situation. Just continue with the process and make sure you have a good lawyer.

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ponzutwo
Jul 25, 2023 9:45 am

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