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jolesNov 21, 2009 9:03 pm When is the 5% deposit due???Our builder posted us an invoice for the 5% deposit a few days after we signed the contract. But it didn't stipulate when it was to be paid by. Our start date is end of… Moogles replied 21 November 2009 ago Project Vs CustomThanks take2. I will just have to go around getting quotes. I love the convenience of a project builder, sign the papers and leave it up to them. But I know I can save… Mrs P replied 21 November 2009 ago Mrs PNov 21, 2009 10:07 pm Is this acceptable?! Damage by bob cat
As most of us here are probably not builders, I am sure we can all learn something from your experience. It's funny how some of these builders can talk and talk and expect… Booque replied 21 November 2009 ago When does the house become yours?The house is all yours when:
- you all agree there are no existing/current defects with the house
- OH&S Certificate is issued
- Final… Rinny replied 21 November 2009 ago RinnyNov 21, 2009 11:52 pm Thorney's GJ Lewis Home
Hi Thorney
Havnt heard from you in a while what you been up too??
Its pretty full on once you move in isnt it?
Its amazing as you build its great to come onto this web… Taffy replied 22 November 2009 ago TaffyNov 22, 2009 10:20 am TaffyNov 22, 2009 10:38 am Solutions to frame overhang.
"People don't even know what you are doing
so how would they know what is right or not"
Thats the great thing and what I like so much… Hi,
We're looking at building a simple facade with Austral Hawthorn 76mm bricks, and we can't make up our mind about what roof colour!… Riva 34The Riva 33? We're building one with M and they have been perfectly fine to deal with so far. But building has not commenced.
Turn-around time for a question was about… btherl replied 22 November 2009 ago Melbourne Custom BuildI am also looking for a custom builder in N balwyn, I like Comdain and Grollo, but may end up have plans and permits done by a design company then taking them to builders… simzy replied 22 November 2009 ago simzyNov 22, 2009 9:23 pm Contractor for gate and for concrete drivewayYou'll probably need to look at two different companies, one for the gate and the other for the concreting. What sort of gate are you after? I may be able to assist you… Tich replied 22 November 2009 ago TichNov 22, 2009 11:18 pm Fairmont Homes SAGood luck with that we were told in no un certain terms that we couldnt do any of that type of work and it had to be a qualified person that needed to show… Our last build we did the light bricks with a black roof.
From memory the bricks were Boral Winter Gold (double height) and I can't remember the name of the roof tiles,… Whose wall is it anyway?I wouldn't be worried about the paint, but I would be concerned about the basketball ring.  joles replied 23 November 2009 ago jolesNov 23, 2009 1:57 pm Timber/Wooden garage doors - How much $?well I'm now being told the timber-look door is fine, and its "only" $1200 extra.
That seems a bit much compared to the earlier poster here ($800). Can't help but think… Building House in CanberraHi SimI
We are building with Goldruby Homes - they are super accomodating and are always happy to talk things through with you and listen to your ideas and then most… MarkoL replied 23 November 2009 ago Fencing costs and neighbour's???Yes you can and should approach the neighbours about the fences. Considering their views on colours and quotes to choose is a good idea to help them to pay half of it. We… Lee75Nov 23, 2009 9:42 pm How long for frame??With our frame they started last Tuesday and they"ll be finished by this Wednesday the lastest. Not Bad  mickeyb replied 23 November 2009 ago best place for pergola or alfresco?I like the alfresco room off the main living rooms.... you want the bbq to be near kitchen and living rooms. Traipsing back and forth with plates and salads and drinks and… kek replied 24 November 2009 ago sink in workshopAnd save any spare tiles so that you can put a splashback around the sink when you install it. Soggy plaster is not good... kek replied 24 November 2009 ago Exterior paint colours to match tile roofBoth homes look fabulous your so lucky its nearly over, I also think appealing is ................................shock horror , a light roof,and matching paintwork and… Building with Redink in Perth, WAHurray you own land!!! 
Hehe I loved the street name Kudos Circuit... we would have gotten a block on there but when we bought the ones released on that street… McBecks replied 24 November 2009 ago Termite ProtectionThe retic is not 'in' the slab, but under it..
True Macy many options... but from what we have seen and been involved in,
most have been retic FWIW  Is anyone Naked (with iinet?!)?I've been naked for almost two years now and I love it. So good not having to pay for a phone line we don't use.
HOWEVER!!! Keep… Which builder?
Hi There Ring09,
I was quite surprised to recieve a notification from homeone, as I haven't been on this site for years now...not sure what happened, I think the person… If only... I wish... If I knew then...I think I've seen at least two threads of this nature. Probably worth a search.
Big thing for me is I wish I'd known more about shower waterproofing.   It lasted about a… Macy replied 24 November 2009 ago Alterations during constructionWe received a call from our Customer Service Rep with the name and mobile number of our SS before our build began. She arranged for us to meet him on-site on the day the… Sarking or Batons Insulation?I would personally do both. In fact, I'm "putting my money where my mouth is" and doing exactly that.
I wanted to share a post that my husband put on the "building in… under construction and stamp dutyQuick question, do I need to pay stamp duty on the property that is still under construction (not off plan)? The property is in Victoria and I… lisanne replied 25 November 2009 ago
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Can you share what is happening with your build? solicitor???
