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Ok, so what happens now?Hi,
Thanks, there are many of us that are building with this builder who are in the same boat...
Pretty sad actually. Our Acreage Build!!your house looks lovely, who was the builder? What state did you build in? have you moved in? edscl replied 13 June 2011 ago edsclJun 13, 2011 2:34 am Plenty River Estate - Doreen
Hi all,
I have been reading thorough this thread for a little while...& we are Keen to build in Plenty River...any suggestions/info/advice for us??
Looking to build with… Til replied 13 June 2011 ago price of custom build?I'm looking a little under 10K / square for Bafto homes. I think that a square is 9.29 square metres. NiMa this result could have been avoided if they had used countersinking tool, which still can be done now, they just need to remove the screws, and redrill in the holes… ground cover for moving day?Check ebay. You might pick up a couple of old carpet runners on the cheap. Or a couple of old rugs that you could cut into lengths.  carlzJun 13, 2011 3:26 pm deb17Jun 13, 2011 6:58 pm Burbank Or Porter DavisDear All,
Anyone has recommendation, Which one I should choose Burbank or Porter Davis ?
I love Burbank design called Generation 26.
Or Porter davis - Creswick or… kkurni started a topic 13 June 2011 ago deb17Jun 13, 2011 8:53 pm Did you name your house?WOW, there are some great ideas there, I am thinking of the aboriginal word, "Eumeralla" which means valley of plenty. And yes our house is in a valley!!
Thanks for the… Slab question (calling all engineers)Digging up an old thread, but when we had our house built (A V Jennings, 25 years ago) they sprayed the slab wit "purple" as soon as it was laid, with faded off over a few… LED downlights: Prices seem very steepThe lights for the top storey can be done later pretty easily. The bottom storey is a little trickier due to limited access, but you can just get standard light put where… joles replied 14 June 2011 ago jolesJun 14, 2011 12:34 pm Fill on site.Geez that's a nasty surprise 
We had to get 30 truck loads removed when our HSTP and disposal area when in. We got the invoice the other day and it cost $426 for the… ESB replied 14 June 2011 ago Who's the best?Hi atsang2047 and welcome to the forum.
Unfortunately I don't think there is a straightforward answer to your question. Every builder has their good and bad points and… donuts replied 14 June 2011 ago New builders: check Your house plansA few of the things I noticed on my plans were:
- The render instructions didn't make sense as shown in 2D. The plans originally had the walls to… What is Long Service Levy Payment?Basically people who work in the construction industry are entitled to long service leave.
Due to the nature of the business with many short term contracts, rather than… Sewer locationGenerally if there is a single pipe in an easement it will run in the middle. If there are two pipes they will generally be 1m apart in a 2m… Building in McKeachies - Eden BraeHi there - we're building the Hawthorne 29 corner option in Fletcher. We paid our initial deposit back in April and have just signed contracts last week. They've given… walton replied 16 June 2011 ago Help Please - Redesign of kitchen neededWhat about using that odd cupboard in the island as a recess, you shouldnt need to extend the island very much.
Other options might be to reduce the pantry height to… Peg outthanks fazmac and joannapaulp that makes a lot more sense now! kdgirl replied 16 June 2011 ago SITE FEESwe require some retaining walls (min 10cm and max 35cm) this is at our cost, we will hopefully do it after handover during the landscaping. kdgirl replied 16 June 2011 ago Building Envelope in Melbourne WestImpermeable surfaces include the roof of the house and any associated building such as verandah and sheds, it also include and hard surfaces such as concrete paths and… mbervJun 16, 2011 9:13 pm HELP! We need an ETSA pitWe dont have an ETSA pit on our land and just wondering how we go about getting one?
Is this something we organise direct or does the builder? How much can we expect to… Ashkate started a topic 16 June 2011 ago Porter Davis Garage DesignDear All,
I just notice Porter davis garage style always has 1 rear door.
Is that possible to add another rear door to the entrance of the home… Pricing - opinions please :)Agreed - the island bench does sound relatively reasonable, but to me it looks like you're paying retail + markup for the vanity and rangehood (plus any structural changes… Retaining Walls $$ blow outMe too. You don't know until you experience it hey! Lol
Our site costs were 50k too and most of that was for a huge retaining wall and lots of dirt fill! Arghhhh
You will… Anyone built with Newchoice homes in WA?Being in the building industry myself I have heard things, but I won't give opinions of builders on here, good or bad.
My understanding is that the price is "reasonable"… CA3105 replied 19 June 2011 ago Fowler Homes - Your experiencesdreaman - i didn't end up proceeding with fowler due to a change in circumstances personally but I have now decided to take on a grander challenge and complete the build… JMAP replied 20 June 2011 ago JMAPJun 20, 2011 10:08 am mortarThank you abrickspecialist,if I have white sand and the regular cement what colour
would mortar be. Building Cremorne with PDHi,
Thought I'd re-open this thread!
Anyone currently building a cremorne with PD?
We are currently half way thru our bricking.
126 days & 18 wks from site start!
Mel Modular Homes - What are your thoughts?I think they are great. Almost unlimited design potential.
What companies were you looking at in particular?
I always imagine actually more dream, of having one in the…
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