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Do you find that Gremmo Homes have increased their prices. That is, were they a competative builder when you first build but now they've… jamiet replied 28 December 2007 ago Got an early Christmas presentThanks Shady, seem like you're a neighbour then. Yes our supervisor is Brett and so far we're very happy with him, as any problems I mention he get fixed asap. As for the… Sue replied 28 December 2007 ago 2c bricks vs 1c bricks, opinions please...Thanks,
We will have a look at both Austral & Midland, lol at least with 2c there isn't too much to choose from in regards to colour (hmm cream or cream or cream or… Pebble replied 1 January 2008 ago Our exterior colours - what do you think?As a colour consultant I consider Dune to be not of the whites, not even close.
But when dealing with council I have also found they seem to have their own set of rules… Harkaway Homes?Has anyone used Harkaway Homes to build their new home? What was your experience? We are looking at building in Gippsland Victoria and have heard good reviews from this… Els started a topic 1 January 2008 ago NSD HomesI have been through their displays in Berwick, very nice houses, very expensive also i think, they also have a more affordable home Aaron j homes which is a division of… PriceHi Guys,
Thanks for the tip, we are about 6- 8 weeks away from handover well thats what they tell us but its gone up so quick, I wouldnt be surprised if its less.
So… tan37 replied 5 January 2008 ago tan37Jan 05, 2008 1:39 am Casa2Jan 05, 2008 7:37 pm BricksBricks! Arrrgh! The whole brick thing is so frustrating, as the real things don't looks like the photos, and the delivered bricks don't look like the ones on display, and… perryr replied 8 January 2008 ago roofing optionsthanks alot everyone. Will have to sit down and think with hubby and make a choice, then it is colors....... Leece replied 9 January 2008 ago LeeceJan 09, 2008 7:36 am Quotes for custom planWe did it for around $1400/sqm in Melbourne, incl. hydronic heating, double glazed windows, very high ceilings, etc.
Have a look at your inclusions and work out if… mek replied 9 January 2008 ago Has anyone used simonds homesHow would the company know you had copied there plan anyway unless they went inside your house??
It's not so much that the first company… Helyn replied 9 January 2008 ago HelynJan 09, 2008 9:33 am Adenbrook - Overall ExperienceHi everyone,
I'm a long time lurker, first time poster 
I've been following the site for quite some time now, and whilst I've read quite a few threads on… blackmax started a topic 9 January 2008 ago Growing old waiting for contractJet, just hang in there mate. Once you get those plans and start things rolling with the builder you really have nothing left to do with Dixon. We don't really have any… MaxieJan 10, 2008 4:33 pm Storage in your roof???I'm with Michelle.
A great deal depends on whom you build with (volume builder or private) and their supplier.
You need to ask your builder what live load the trusses… Hennig replied 10 January 2008 ago Query: Building delay due to rainHopefully it shouldn't be too much of a drama. Most builders will usually allow themselves longer to build than necessary (they don't want to have to pay liquidated… Hennig replied 10 January 2008 ago Perry HomesI am currently building with them they are very slow it has taken us 13 months to get to thwe stage we are at now that is we have frame,slab,roof and we are looking at… Reducing the costThat's a fair call.
I agree, there are some items that we can purchase for as good as a builder - in many cases they are not offered in the standard house/price.
But… Hennig replied 12 January 2008 ago First home owners/builders - helphi all,
thank for the replies already (please throw more in if you have something)
will keep in mind, we knew that what we see is not what we get.
The problem we face… Surprise! Surprise!From memory they've got to get all of the plumbing stuff in first, including drains etc. I think that will be the next thing you see, then the footing trenches etc.… Rodda replied 14 January 2008 ago RoddaJan 14, 2008 8:14 am Building the Home we wantHi all,
Some of you may have read my previous post re: annoyed with PD. Since then we have made an informed decision to stick with PD even after some irritating… Who is liable?Thanks for your ideas.
Unfortunately the builder has said they won't include it in the contract, but I like the idea of having the engineer onsite.
I'll definately… National BuildersI may be speaking out of school, but I am lead to believe that National Builders will secure a contract and then source the labour to build it.
Nothing against that… Hennig replied 14 January 2008 ago Misaligned bricksThanks parker for the information about the document, it's very helpful! I have also created a post on my blog for this. Thanks! ahuang replied 15 January 2008 ago Inspection tomorrowI would still recommend to get a private inspector, their professional knowledge would definitely save you lots of trouble.
Let's say you found a problem somewhere, I… ahuang replied 15 January 2008 ago Building on an unusual shaped blockHi Katie, we are building on an irregular shaped block too. We are building the Aspen by Met ri c@n homes. The smallest plan of that (the 25 square - which we are… Timber Balcony vs Cement BalconyI think a timber framed roof with compressed fibro and tiles is the best option. A suspended slab will be more exspensive when you take into consideration the extra… Well the framing is finally finished. Our super says that gutters and fascia will be done tomorrow, fingers… Keys on the . . . . . . . .I'm watching your blog, and it's been an interesting read.
We were over in WA over Christmas/New Year, and it amazing how construction is so much different over… perryr replied 19 January 2008 ago Is the base price negotiable?Doesn't hurt to try, but we only got a few bits and pieces on top of their "promotion". Nothing which I would call significant.
Still - if you don't ask, you… perryr replied 19 January 2008 ago Should we fix our site costs?
Fair enough, our builder's contract says 260 days, but we've been told it's 4-5 months for single storeys...
But we couldn't get past the… Has anyone built with American Homes?Thanks for the info Steve, looked them up online, some interesting concepts and quite a few common sense design ideas.
My inlaws would love the magazine (I think I'll… Hennig replied 19 January 2008 ago How to choose your designHi,
this may sound silly, but have they purchased a block?
Sometimes hard to decide on a house design until you are aware of the limitations you're land will have (fall… Hennig replied 19 January 2008 ago Building and Kids
I've also become aware of my wifes requirement should we build a 2 story - all bedrooms on the same level - either upstairs or down. I soon agreed, upon finding that I'd… Hennig replied 19 January 2008 ago If anyone is interested here are some pics from Boral and Selkirk and Austral, I know I always appreciate real photo's rather than looking on there websites, so here they…
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now I need one of these for ebay 
