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LoveHouse
LoveHouse
1 June 2020

Our Fowler Homes Paris 34 - Jordan Springs

Our Fowler Homes Paris 34 - Jordan Springs
NSW
1 ... 6, 7, 8

Hi anyone knows what bricks are included in the highest selection package in builders range for fowler?

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LoveHouse
Jun 01, 2020 1:03 pm
mezvk
mezvk
31 May 2020

Concrete encasement

Concrete encasement

Thank you..will register and find out. So confused as till now we thought it was conc encased.

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mezvk
May 31, 2020 10:34 pm
Hussain sahara
Hussain sahara
31 May 2020

Our Facade

Our Facade

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Hussain sahara
May 31, 2020 3:29 pm
Hussain sahara
Blacktea2sugars
Blacktea2sugars
31 May 2020

Ag line retaining wall exit under sleepers?

Ag line retaining wall exit under sleepers?

The engineer needs to be specific on the design, and where it connects to the drain. We have two retaining wall on boundary, and another 1 across the yard resulting in a…

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Blacktea2sugars
May 31, 2020 2:28 pm
Blacktea2sugars
alexp79
alexp79
31 May 2020

Kitchen bench tops

Kitchen bench tops
VIC

This can be helpful:

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alexp79
May 31, 2020 2:48 am
NathanPS
NathanPS
30 May 2020

Sikaflex / Silicone instead of Grout?

Sikaflex / Silicone instead of Grout?
QLD

Okay, good to know. Thanks for your comments guys. I might mention my concern with the different colour though. Appreciate the replies :)

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NathanPS
May 30, 2020 1:28 pm
alexp79
alexp79
30 May 2020

Corner Block Floor Plan Help.

Corner Block Floor Plan Help.
NSW

In your particular layout, it will be hard to impossible to clean esp. near the window wall.

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alexp79
May 30, 2020 1:01 pm
John0322
John0322
30 May 2020

Legislation on supporting excavation

Legislation on supporting excavation

Thank you for your reply. Thats what they keep on saying back to me - it was compliant during the build. They are also saying that the neighbour’s cut was not…

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John0322
May 30, 2020 7:47 am
bank
bank
29 May 2020

Underbench oven or not?

Underbench oven or not?
VIC

I prefer under bench. I'm short and have always felt that wall oven doors get in my way. The doors don't really get too hot to touch with the number of layers of glass…

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bank
May 29, 2020 7:20 pm
bank
jbarber
jbarber
29 May 2020

Our Building Surveyor Got Suspended...

Our Building Surveyor Got Suspended...
VIC

We appointed the surveyor, which was the builders recommendation

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jbarber
May 29, 2020 2:39 pm
Mining Man
Mining Man
29 May 2020

Help with kitchen layout

Help with kitchen layout

Are you likely to use both living areas, at the same time? What about competing noise? What's the actual functional differences between these two adjacent spaces? The…

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Mining Man
May 29, 2020 10:00 am
milica.petrova
milica.petrova
28 May 2020

Split level in Kellyville

Split level in Kellyville
NSW
1, 2

Hi i can see that you have built with Wincrest. Do you mind sharing your experience with the quality of the build. Were they reasonable with price…

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milica.petrova
May 28, 2020 11:28 pm
Boro
Boro
28 May 2020

Take CDC approval to another builder

Take CDC approval to another builder

Thanks StructuralBIMGuy, in the end, decided to proceed with the same builder, but was considering the available options...

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Boro
May 28, 2020 11:24 am
John0322
John0322
28 May 2020

Reataining wall approval question

Reataining wall approval question

Thank you for the link.

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John0322
May 28, 2020 8:13 am
Steve4216
Steve4216
28 May 2020

"$800+gst including travel" ??? What does it mean?

"$800+gst including travel" ??? What does it mean?
QLD

It's not really an unknown, GST is a fixed rate set by the government. Most companies will quote without GST added, but yes might as well wait for the other quotes.

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Steve4216
May 28, 2020 2:45 am
Moromillas Radec
Moromillas Radec
28 May 2020

European Laundry cupboard vs Full Laundry?

European Laundry cupboard vs Full Laundry?
QLD

Wouldn't it be nice if we could see into the future? Or see pathways into the future. You could see which one had the most regret, the smaller laundry or the smaller…

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Moromillas Radec
May 28, 2020 2:32 am
Moromillas Radec
Gladys
Gladys
27 May 2020

Any one building in BRIGHTON STREET ESTATE RIVERSTONE NSW?

Any one building in BRIGHTON STREET ESTATE RIVERSTONE NSW?

Hi, I would love to know if someone here is building in Brighton St Estate Riverstone? Would be nice to know future neighbours 😊

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Gladys
May 27, 2020 10:35 pm
Boro
Boro
27 May 2020

Building Inspector Sydney - looking for recommendations

Building Inspector Sydney - looking for recommendations

Looking for recommendations on a building inspector for a New House build in Sydney, north side. I am considering Houspect, but unfortunately, they don't do pre-slab…

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Boro
May 27, 2020 6:26 pm
JohnnyN
JohnnyN
27 May 2020

Builder or Owner - Things to do yourself

Builder or Owner - Things to do yourself
VIC

Hi It is a few years since this was posted but I would like to add some questions 1. If the builder has allowed X dollars to supply a PC or PS item and if it supplied by…

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JohnnyN
May 27, 2020 3:56 pm
Doozer1905
Doozer1905
27 May 2020

Faulty Chandelier Cost?

Faulty Chandelier Cost?
VIC

No it isn't classed as owner supplied , that's rubbish then, it's not your responsibility. Have a look at your contract there should be something there for warranty if…

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Doozer1905
May 27, 2020 3:31 pm
cs212
cs212
27 May 2020

Does removing balconies of the house plan reduce cost?

Does removing balconies of the house plan reduce cost?
QLD

Yeah, I reckon it's pretty low too for two balconies. Not sure how and whether we should negotiate on the amount credited. Balcony 1: 1080 x 2890 Balcony 2: 1110 x 3920

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cs212
May 27, 2020 11:40 am
Lee31
Lee31
27 May 2020

Is plumbing/pipe issues covered under defects warranty?

Is plumbing/pipe issues covered under defects warranty?
NSW

Hi, I couldn’t find a similar topic. We have been in our home a little less than 2 years and our pipes have started making a hammering/knocking noise when the hot water…

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Lee31
May 27, 2020 9:47 am
Jmk
Jmk
27 May 2020

Grandview Metricon

Grandview Metricon

If anyone building Aspire Facade Hi I am planning to build a Grandview in Newcastle area. I am considering to go with Aspire Facade. If any one build it some images please.

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Jmk
May 27, 2020 7:53 am
mira829
mira829
26 May 2020

How is the Experiences with Kaplan homes

How is the Experiences with Kaplan homes

Hi Johnny, My build finished beginning of March and we moved in about 3 weeks ago (was waiting on my flooring to be done post-handover). So far, it's been pretty good,…

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mira829
May 26, 2020 9:53 pm
alexp79
alexp79
26 May 2020

Hebel Powerfloor insulation

Hebel Powerfloor insulation
VIC

Powerpanel just adds to insulation, it is not replacing completely replacing it, as it is quite thin. It performs better than brick though. However, if you build your…

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alexp79
May 26, 2020 9:11 pm
CD12JD
CD12JD
26 May 2020

Building in Bingara Gorge

Building in Bingara Gorge
NSW
1 ... 41, 42, 43

WOOHOO after 5 years Greenbridge East is now registered ! ( well at least blocks 1 - 83 )

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CD12JD
May 26, 2020 6:39 pm
CD12JD
Superfly1130
Superfly1130
26 May 2020

Articulation joint missing caulking behind down pipes

Articulation joint missing caulking behind down pipes

Thanks for your reply and I will then definitely chase my builder regarding that. Thank you.

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Superfly1130
May 26, 2020 6:17 pm
building-expert
building-expert
26 May 2020

Additional Site Costs

Additional Site Costs

If builder knew site conditions were "P" then that should have been allowed for in the contract. Builder would have built "P" class slabs and known the cost so what is the…

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building-expert
May 26, 2020 6:04 pm
building-expert
alexp79
alexp79
26 May 2020

Post build modifications

Post build modifications

My point is if slab is poor and will start cracking, it will be cracking under 300x300 tiles in exactly same way as under 600x600 tiles. I generally prefer to have slabs…

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alexp79
May 26, 2020 12:56 pm
ocean
ocean
26 May 2020

Building the Metricon Doulton

Building the Metricon Doulton
VIC
1 ... 13, 14, 15

Hi Stanus, in addion to the Hebel Powerfloor, did you also use acoustic bats between the levels? Trying to work out if I need from a thermal or noise perspective? My…

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ocean
May 26, 2020 12:39 pm
building-expert
building-expert
26 May 2020

Skateboarding does make your children build their grit

Skateboarding does make your children build their grit
VIC

You should read up on building contract law " recommended, Hudson on Engineering and Building Contracts"

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building-expert
May 26, 2020 11:31 am
building-expert
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
26 May 2020

Tender Extension Vs Walking Out

Tender Extension Vs Walking Out
NSW

Welcome to the forum Unfortunately, The new home Sales rep Industry is yet to be regulated and cleaned out.... OT, Hmmm, there's an opportunity? Unlike the car and real…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 26, 2020 9:53 am
StructuralBIMGuy
lesley.juchau
lesley.juchau
25 May 2020

*Deep Breath* Building a Dual Occupancy in South West

*Deep Breath* Building a Dual Occupancy in South West

Hi RSO, we are building to live in, my son will be in the granny flat and paying for his third. We will be paying approx $400k for everything, thats with good finishes.…

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lesley.juchau
May 25, 2020 11:45 pm
Variegated
Variegated
25 May 2020

Floor plan feedback

Floor plan feedback

Don't think it is weird, but I would be thinking about who is likely to be using the nearby rooms. With small children, it is unlikely they will be in the living area…

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Variegated
May 25, 2020 9:00 pm
Variegated
KIRUSHA
KIRUSHA
25 May 2020

Pls help me

Pls help me

Hi.... I chose golden oak garage door from gliderol and confused whther it will be Orange base color...please any one help or advice ...if you.have any photos, please…

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KIRUSHA
May 25, 2020 1:35 am
chippy
chippy
24 May 2020

Concrete look tile

Concrete look tile
VIC

That's polished concrete. The pictures not super clear so the polish level isn't obvious but you can see the different levels of exposure from the home. On the front of…

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chippy
May 24, 2020 10:01 pm
chippy
LuluD
LuluD
24 May 2020

Austral Bricks - The Avenue Range

Austral Bricks - The Avenue Range
WA

Hi Ron, I'm also considering The Avenue Stratton brick for duplex build. Did you go ahead with this selection?

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LuluD
May 24, 2020 7:33 pm
Superfly1130
Superfly1130
24 May 2020

is clothesline and letterbox required for OC in NSW

is clothesline and letterbox required for OC in NSW

Late reply but very helpful for newbies like us. Thank you.

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Superfly1130
May 24, 2020 9:51 am
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
23 May 2020

How much space in kitchen?

How much space in kitchen?
VIC

Our gap is actually 1100 and we had found it absolutely fine until we had to move out our French door fridge to put down the flooring, and it was a little tight…

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Bebbsy
May 23, 2020 11:53 pm
domwild
domwild
23 May 2020

Insulation in cavity-brick wire ties and conduits interfere?

Insulation in cavity-brick wire ties and conduits interfere?
WA

The company also says there has to be a 50mm overlap, top sheet over lower, the overlap has to be taped, that is a must and then the co. says it should also be taped…

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domwild
May 23, 2020 9:39 am

Hi all, We've just started building our new home, and given the slab is due to go in next week, I've started doing my research and planning on how we can layout the…

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olorin
May 23, 2020 1:19 am
alexp79
alexp79
22 May 2020

Hebel vs Bricks

Hebel vs Bricks
VIC

Should be more or less similar. Hebel panels are $50-60 per sqm supply and installation labor and material costs are around $20-$25 per sqm. Face bricks supply are…

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alexp79
May 22, 2020 7:08 pm
chappie
chappie
22 May 2020

Which floor plan is better?

Which floor plan is better?

The last pic is 27sq. The first 2 are 28sq and 29sq

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chappie
May 22, 2020 6:13 pm
Jacthan
Jacthan
22 May 2020

What have you done after handover and is it worth it?

What have you done after handover and is it worth it?

Huggies - What did you end up doing yourself? We are just starting the tender process now and thinking exactly the same - what we can do post handover back what to get…

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Jacthan
May 22, 2020 3:01 pm
Jacthan
Jacthan
22 May 2020

Upgrades?

Upgrades?

We are looking to knockdown rebuild with a project home. Currently going into tender but also deciding what upgrades we should do with the company and what we can actually…

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Jacthan
May 22, 2020 2:49 pm
alexp79
alexp79
22 May 2020

Floor Plan and Facade Feedback - North Kellyville

Floor Plan and Facade Feedback - North Kellyville

Durisol home with suspended concrete slabs, medium finishes and premium double-triple glazed windows - around $2.5K per sqm + GST. For high-end finishes - only sky is the limit.

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alexp79
May 22, 2020 12:50 pm
Mauromario
Mauromario
22 May 2020

Builder won't let us nominate our surveyor (Victoria)

Builder won't let us nominate our surveyor (Victoria)
VIC
1, 2

UrbanEdge is owned by Burbank homes so I'd be very careful the fact that they are forsing you to use there own building surveyors thats telling me they are hiding a lot…

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Mauromario
May 22, 2020 11:06 am
domwild
domwild
22 May 2020

Approaching builders - advice please

Approaching builders - advice please
VIC

Both are worded for the benefit of the builder and not the client and you have no choice anyway. One builder had his own idea of first progress payment, which is outside…

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domwild
May 22, 2020 9:57 am
Databoom
Databoom
21 May 2020

WA - Home Security - After Handover or With Builder

WA - Home Security - After Handover or With Builder

Hello, email me after handover and I will quote you for an alliance (Hills) system plus cameras and intercom

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Databoom
May 21, 2020 6:55 pm
bank
bank
21 May 2020

Rear access from Garage

Rear access from Garage
VIC

If at all possible to have it, I would. We use ours a lot. We can walk around the other side or through the house, but that would drive me nuts. I feel like it would be…

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bank
May 21, 2020 2:40 pm
bank

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