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Mane
Mane
4 March 2021

Burbank Letters

Burbank Letters

Your comment about a trusting owner breeding a lazy builder is so true. We have had major problems with our builder to the point that we had to terminate the contract. We…

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Mane
Mar 04, 2021 6:32 pm
mark m
mark m
4 March 2021

Pre-lay plumbing quotes

Pre-lay plumbing quotes

Hi all just wanting to get a ball park figure on what to expect for pre-slab plumbing in Perth Std. 4 bed, 2 bathroom, 1 kitch , 1 x laundry house on new sand pad inc…

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mark m
Mar 04, 2021 10:59 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
4 March 2021

Site cut - advice needed

Site cut - advice needed

Hey smzoc2 Welcome There are no short cuts on site cuts, the question becomes whether that small cut is a (price) gouge to the wallet when you build. In order to avoid…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 04, 2021 10:05 am
StructuralBIMGuy
SJT76
SJT76
3 March 2021

Would 3 phase power be necessary

Would 3 phase power be necessary

Electric cars won't require phase 3 unless you need to fast charge. Most home charging will be overnight trickle charge.

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SJT76
Mar 03, 2021 1:42 pm
keshals
keshals
3 March 2021

New build, rough brickwork acceptable?

New build, rough brickwork acceptable?

How did you go with this?

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keshals
Mar 03, 2021 10:31 am
Roy Allantos
Roy Allantos
3 March 2021

Entry bulkhead design help needed!

Entry bulkhead design help needed!

Is there a reason you need the bulkheads? Why not remove then from everywhere and that will also make the house more roomy, Also, why are you putting a door under the…

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Roy Allantos
Mar 03, 2021 9:46 am
Roy Allantos
LoveHouse
LoveHouse
3 March 2021

Silestone eternal Statuario and classic calacatta

Silestone eternal Statuario and classic calacatta

Hi yes we are paying approximately 7k for upgrade to calacatta gold 80mm thick with 2 waterfalls

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LoveHouse
Mar 03, 2021 7:29 am
iknowitsserious
iknowitsserious
2 March 2021

Colorbond Roofs vs Concrete Roof Tiles (Melbourne West)

Colorbond Roofs vs Concrete Roof Tiles (Melbourne West)
VIC
1, 2, 3

I really want to revive this thread. I need some help re anticon. 1. Does a higher anticon rating mean more noise reduction? 2. I'm building in Brisbane, is an anticon…

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iknowitsserious
Mar 02, 2021 9:17 pm
Countrybuilds
Countrybuilds
2 March 2021

Small Lot Code Professional Needed

Small Lot Code Professional Needed

They didn't let us know or explain, it just came through on the plans. Even after we signed off on the plans the setback changed without a variation or notification, so…

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Countrybuilds
Mar 02, 2021 4:13 pm
Countrybuilds
MisterLevy
MisterLevy
1 March 2021

Slab questions

Slab questions

Sorry, I can’t tell from those pictures.

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MisterLevy
Mar 01, 2021 10:19 pm
iknowitsserious
iknowitsserious
1 March 2021

What is a decent sized bedroom?

What is a decent sized bedroom?

I want to add a home theatre to a home that doesn't have one. I am in talks about a design with rooms 3.6*4.1m. Seems like it would help to have bigger rooms.

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iknowitsserious
Mar 01, 2021 7:01 pm
Roy Allantos
Roy Allantos
1 March 2021

My Metricon Bordeaux 56 build

My Metricon Bordeaux 56 build
VIC
1 ... 49, 50, 51

I think Hebel has been around for a while do should be good. Im mostly going with Hebel becauyse of the insulation and also prefer the rendered look

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Roy Allantos
Mar 01, 2021 11:11 am
Roy Allantos
ppetrovski
ppetrovski
1 March 2021

Draft plan feedback

Draft plan feedback
NSW

Looking to build around 37aqm house. Any feedback on the draft concept above?

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ppetrovski
Mar 01, 2021 10:29 am
Crystal1
Crystal1
1 March 2021

Neptune 214 BOLD

Neptune 214 BOLD

Hello, My build hasnt started yet but I'm building the Neptune 214

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Crystal1
Feb 28, 2021 11:32 pm
balazaml
balazaml
28 February 2021

Dechellis Adelaide Advice

Dechellis Adelaide Advice

Hi Donga I previously wrote. Yeah, We built with Dechellis, wouldn't recommend them to anyone. We had a contracted term of approx. 6 months that instantly turned to 12…

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balazaml
Feb 28, 2021 10:02 am
balazaml
Countrybuilds
Countrybuilds
27 February 2021

Haymes White on White Wall Paint Hamptons?

Haymes White on White Wall Paint Hamptons?

That's exciting for an April start. Not too far away now. It can be hard to sit with all the selections without starting to second guess! I have been back to mine a few…

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Countrybuilds
Feb 27, 2021 9:00 pm
Countrybuilds
oscar2370
oscar2370
27 February 2021

BARRINGTON HOMES

BARRINGTON HOMES

Same, same. The question laity of there trades is rubbish. From the concretors to the flooring, hopeless.

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oscar2370
Feb 27, 2021 11:18 am
Althom
Althom
27 February 2021

Double Storey Evaporative Cooling

Double Storey Evaporative Cooling

Of course if you forget the fact that the total heat load of the house ends up in this 'such a small area'. Naturally ou could just let the heat load out using a condor…

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Althom
Feb 27, 2021 9:32 am
Althom
chippy
chippy
26 February 2021

820mm toilet space, is this big enough?

820mm toilet space, is this big enough?

Our walk in shower is 1000mm wide and it is plenty big enough, 1100 will be generous. I assume as it's a walk in shower you aren't using a shower base, which means you can…

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chippy
Feb 26, 2021 5:32 pm
chippy
kennyc
kennyc
26 February 2021

Please provide feedback on design - first time homeowner

Please provide feedback on design - first time homeowner

Thanks OurLindrum52, that's actually not a bad idea, it means I wouldn't have to enter in from the laundry. I just need to see how much more it would cost if it's going…

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kennyc
Feb 26, 2021 4:43 pm
AbbieCatt
AbbieCatt
26 February 2021

New build

New build

Wanting colour ideas for exterior render. So far have shale grey roof, ironstone gutters and fascia and ironstone coloured render on front porch posts, merbau timber…

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AbbieCatt
Feb 26, 2021 2:05 pm
Stella230211
Stella230211
26 February 2021

Stockland Townhomes

Stockland Townhomes

Hi guys, first time on here so apologies if silly questions! Im tossing up between two very similar new estates in Altona North 10km out of Melbourne. One is Fabric by…

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Stella230211
Feb 26, 2021 10:46 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
26 February 2021

Organising site inspection, soil tests and contour surveys?

Organising site inspection, soil tests and contour surveys?

Hey jnb2590 Welcome Most sales industries with the exception of new Homes are undergoing massive change, my2c LOL you might get an Ex-Ford and GM car salesman…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 26, 2021 8:25 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
25 February 2021

Importing fill - possible to achieve class A site classifica

Importing fill - possible to achieve class A site classifica

No Articulation joints on class A or S Don't get sucked in on architectural 3D realistic renderings without the 3D engineering and costs or it will come back latter on…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 25, 2021 8:51 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
jmasood
jmasood
25 February 2021

Anyone building with Carlisle home in vic?

Anyone building with Carlisle home in vic?
VIC

We are planning to build double story 38-39sq house with Carlisle homes. Just want to check if anyone else is building? and do they have decent options as standard in…

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jmasood
Feb 25, 2021 8:00 pm
jmasood
gallopgrove
gallopgrove
25 February 2021

Manhattan 44 build with wisdom

Manhattan 44 build with wisdom

thanks for sharing this, were you able to resolve this issue with Wisdom Homes? we're considering them for our knock down rebuild and doing a bit of research on their…

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gallopgrove
Feb 25, 2021 4:12 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
24 February 2021

Provisional Sum Items - Actual cost v contract provision

Provisional Sum Items - Actual cost v contract provision
NSW

What's funnier is when the client turns up on site to inspect the variation and says to the tradie "I paid Top Dollar for that....." and the tradie says " Show me the…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 24, 2021 8:20 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Ourhothambuild
Ourhothambuild
24 February 2021

Dennis family: Ballarat

Dennis family: Ballarat

We have not built with DFH and are about to build with another builder however I know a few locals (a very good mate and 2 work colleagues) that have build with DFH…

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Ourhothambuild
Feb 24, 2021 7:11 pm
aussieta
aussieta
24 February 2021

Council substituting falsified documents for new build

Council substituting falsified documents for new build
1, 2

joined 17/05/2020 last seen 20/05/2020 finally back on his meds we wish him well

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aussieta
Feb 24, 2021 5:49 pm
aussieta
Speedbird
Speedbird
24 February 2021

Retreat 305 - Hallmark Homes - Logan Village

Retreat 305 - Hallmark Homes - Logan Village
QLD
1, 2, 3

KariB We are in the process of selecting the colours for our Retreat305 and we came across your pictures. Is there a chance you could reveal the colours of your garage…

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Speedbird
Feb 24, 2021 3:57 pm

Before building this house, I made a bird feeder which is very similar to this house. It was the model of the future construction site. It has LED backlighting that turns…

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BarS
Feb 24, 2021 5:52 am
Noname
Noname
23 February 2021

Please review my plan and feedback on it.

Please review my plan and feedback on it.
NSW

If that arrow signifies north, your living areas are going to be dark AF. I think the sitting area on the first floor is a waste of space. If it were me I'd prefer the…

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Noname
Feb 23, 2021 11:45 am
Monty85
Monty85
23 February 2021

New home - Gravel vs Asphalt vs Concrete vs paving ROV

New home - Gravel vs Asphalt vs Concrete vs paving ROV
SA

Concrete and asphalt options are the best, in my opinion. They are pretty convenient and robust.

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Monty85
Feb 23, 2021 8:29 am
brisnicki
brisnicki
22 February 2021

Need info on Home Builder - Ingenious Homes

Need info on Home Builder - Ingenious Homes

My in-laws have used them for three different houses now - two on GC and one in Brisbane. They are all happy with their houses. I'm not sure what they paid for theirs…

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brisnicki
Feb 22, 2021 10:18 pm
brisnicki

This is how the house is situated against the compound for your perusal. We wanted the long kitchen --> dining --> family -->…

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Venn Diagram
Feb 22, 2021 7:53 pm
yjs
yjs
22 February 2021

Quality of brickwork - need some advice

Quality of brickwork - need some advice
NSW

Hi all, we are doing a knock down rebuild in Sydney North Shore with a small custom builder. I really need some expert advice with regards to brickwork and brick cleaning.…

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yjs
Feb 22, 2021 2:16 pm
jacquimow
jacquimow
22 February 2021

Exterior materials

Exterior materials

Hi, I am in the process of preparing a DA of our home, our objective is to build a detached duplex as an investment property. I am looking for insight…

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jacquimow
Feb 22, 2021 12:45 pm
ketchmeup
ketchmeup
21 February 2021

Custom build house

Custom build house

Interests to hear on this as well. Had safe feedback from builders.

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ketchmeup
Feb 21, 2021 5:39 pm
Bcunn29
Bcunn29
21 February 2021

ONE land TWO houses and grant eligibility!

ONE land TWO houses and grant eligibility!

Hi my partner and I are about to buy a block of land and we are after some much needed advice. We obviously want to access as many grants and offers from the government…

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Bcunn29
Feb 21, 2021 5:18 pm
GeeData
GeeData
21 February 2021

Estate Rules Curious

Estate Rules Curious

Hi, ahh definitely no 'bond' in this one. I suspected as much - a toothless tiger so to speak.

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GeeData
Feb 21, 2021 8:53 am
Dacitus123
Dacitus123
20 February 2021

West-facing block and energy efficiency

West-facing block and energy efficiency

Thanks all. I hadn't really considered either option. Lots to think about!

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Dacitus123
Feb 20, 2021 9:54 pm
LoveHouse
LoveHouse
20 February 2021

Types of window frosting council can accept?

Types of window frosting council can accept?

Got it! Thanks for explaining

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LoveHouse
Feb 20, 2021 8:24 pm
Fore2
Fore2
20 February 2021

Recommend height of gas log fireplace off tiled floor

Recommend height of gas log fireplace off tiled floor

lol, 10 seconds people dont seem to have

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Fore2
Feb 20, 2021 7:45 pm
icat2000
icat2000
20 February 2021

JG King- Ballarat, new home build

JG King- Ballarat, new home build
1, 2

How did you go with your JG King build in Ballarat. I'm considering them for our next house.

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icat2000
Feb 20, 2021 8:48 am
icat2000
icat2000
icat2000
20 February 2021

Jg King build

Jg King build

I'm considering JG King as a builder for our new house. I need to check out some other builders too. So I love to hear about some recent experiences with them.

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icat2000
Feb 20, 2021 8:39 am
icat2000
Fore2
Fore2
19 February 2021

Small laundry room under stairs

Small laundry room under stairs

Extending would be worth the money also, Lots more room and adding to resale value with a decent size laundry!

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Fore2
Feb 19, 2021 4:30 pm
kennyc
kennyc
19 February 2021

First time homeowner

First time homeowner

I'm building in Neerim South, Victoria. There are about 5 SJD homes in the estate I'm building in and they have plenty of display homes all over Vic. I've heard nothing…

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kennyc
Feb 19, 2021 10:06 am
GeeData
GeeData
18 February 2021

Insulating between two bedrooms

Insulating between two bedrooms

Thanks for the replies so far. There was an advantage to the MDF which is that it allows me more timber for hanging later. This is why I dismissed thicker gyprock. …

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GeeData
Feb 18, 2021 4:38 pm
Philsta
Philsta
18 February 2021

Custom House Build - Perth

Custom House Build - Perth

I am building with Ultimo Constructions in Balcatta and have found them to be pretty awesome. You actually sit down with the registered builder and CEO (Angelo Rossi) from…

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Philsta
Feb 18, 2021 3:59 pm

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