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larry1124
larry1124
13 May 2018

How to Deal with Builder's Breach of Contract?

How to Deal with Builder's Breach of Contract?
QLD

Thanks for your comments, iTool You remind me of another issue, that is if I have the rights to hold off the payment for frame stage given the frame work might be re-do…

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larry1124
May 13, 2018 4:48 pm
staceyrussell
staceyrussell
12 May 2018

Augustine Heights - Valeco Build

Augustine Heights - Valeco Build
QLD

Any updates? :) Fingers crossed you have started!

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staceyrussell
May 12, 2018 12:33 pm
staceyrussell
auzgirl
auzgirl
8 May 2018

Treated pine frame- did yours look like this??

Treated pine frame- did yours look like this??
QLD

JUST JOINED. INTERESTED IN THIS TOPIC AS I HAVE A NEGATIVE THING ABOUT TERMITES, ESPECIALLY IF THEY WANT TO EAT YOUR HOUSE, SOMETHING YOU HAVE PAID A LOT OF MONEY FOR. I…

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auzgirl
May 08, 2018 10:34 pm
Crows nest
Crows nest
7 May 2018

Cladding Type for Hamptons/Qlder

Cladding Type for Hamptons/Qlder
QLD

Hi I’m looking for advice on cladding types for a Hamptons type house. We are considering James Hardie Scyon linea 180mm versus weathertex classic smooth 200mm.…

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Crows nest
May 07, 2018 9:28 am
Lee54
Lee54
7 May 2018

Building a Granny Flat on a budget - QLD

Building a Granny Flat on a budget - QLD
QLD

PS I think it's a bad idea to have the bathroom as ensuite. Do you really want visitors tromping through your bedroom to go to the loo? I want mine to have other access...

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Lee54
May 07, 2018 5:48 am
larry1124
larry1124
3 May 2018

Question regarding Piers

Question regarding Piers
QLD

Hi Caydenn, so surprised to see you have so many piers in your slab. How much additional cost you paid for the slab piers? My block is classified as "H2" but the builder…

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larry1124
May 03, 2018 1:29 am
Joker
Joker
26 April 2018

First Home owners/builders

First Home owners/builders
QLD

Take note, this poster is switched on, its what few people do, but everyone should, smart people take note, great post.

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Joker
Apr 26, 2018 6:12 pm
jay m
jay m
16 April 2018

Practical Completion with Valeco Homes in Brisbane

Practical Completion with Valeco Homes in Brisbane
QLD

Apologies for the late reply. I decided to move in 3 weeks ago with defects still needing attention. Couldn't wait any longer because it was already 14 weeks past…

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jay m
Apr 16, 2018 8:44 pm
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sweetswisssteel
Apr 15, 2018 10:54 pm
ang001
ang001
15 April 2018

project builders - your experience

project builders - your experience
QLD

Thanks Brenton41.

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ang001
Apr 15, 2018 8:21 am
vonsta76
vonsta76
14 April 2018

Coral Capri 25- Week 6: Lining Stage

Coral Capri 25- Week 6: Lining Stage
QLD
1 ... 37, 38, 39

M just worried about 200 days tender because someone said they can hold price for 200 days but construction should start in 200 days from the day you paid initial deposit…

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vonsta76
Apr 14, 2018 4:37 pm
vonsta76
Joggles
Joggles
12 April 2018

Brisbane Build with Dixon

Brisbane Build with Dixon
QLD
1, 2, 3, 4

Thanks gr8ly! Driveway and additional paths should be poured next Wednesday. Final inspection and handover end of next week if all goes according to plan. I think we are…

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Joggles
Apr 12, 2018 10:24 pm
Joggles
BrownDog77
BrownDog77
12 April 2018

Coral home Kirra 23 project

Coral home Kirra 23 project
QLD
1, 2

Hi Pablo sorry I did not receive your last notification regarding electrician... We are in Newie but when we spoke to him before rough in he asked us if we wanted to any…

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BrownDog77
Apr 12, 2018 7:17 pm
larry1124
larry1124
12 April 2018

What changes of plan will impact engineer report & approval?

What changes of plan will impact engineer report & approval?
QLD

Thank you for your reply building expert. To meet the expiry date of my pre-approved loan, i signed the contract with the builder first and then proceed with colour…

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larry1124
Apr 12, 2018 10:04 am
Agent_009
Agent_009
11 April 2018

Our Grandview 37 Toowoomba - We have KEYS! + Some Pics

Our Grandview 37 Toowoomba - We have KEYS! + Some Pics
QLD
1 ... 23, 24, 25

Hi Tash Not sure if you still get notifications from this thread? Is there any way to look at pictures? None of them appear to be loading anymore. We are building this…

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Agent_009
Apr 11, 2018 11:36 am
Agent_009
Ivanna
Ivanna
10 April 2018

Sunshine Coast - Tradies

Sunshine Coast - Tradies
QLD

Maxwell Conran - the worst electrician ever!

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Ivanna
Apr 10, 2018 8:49 pm
arcadelt
arcadelt
10 April 2018

1 million budget - what can we get?

1 million budget - what can we get?
QLD

My advice is start with a design brief.

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arcadelt
Apr 10, 2018 8:36 pm
Bridgetwitch
Bridgetwitch
10 April 2018

False p’board bulkhead???

False p’board bulkhead???
QLD

They haven’t put it in, so I have asked my site supervisor to have a look and get back to me! - B A vue of the pines on the Gold…

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Bridgetwitch
Apr 10, 2018 2:18 pm
Bridgetwitch
Rocchet
Rocchet
8 April 2018

Open WIP or door to WIP??

Open WIP or door to WIP??
QLD

Anything where you can see into open pantry shelving I’m a big fan of a door. If you were putting cabinetry in then open. My pantry shelves aren’t tidy enough for me…

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Rocchet
Apr 08, 2018 3:40 pm
Roomeat
Roomeat
7 April 2018

The epic home building race - HANDOVER FINALLY!!!

The epic home building race - HANDOVER FINALLY!!!
QLD
1 ... 23, 24, 25

Hi Tribe7!!! Long time between posts for me. Been so so busy with work we left the house as is for the last 12 months. Been doing serious work over the last few weeks. If…

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Roomeat
Apr 07, 2018 2:25 pm
Roomeat
algernon
algernon
7 April 2018

JG King - Madison 2

JG King - Madison 2
QLD

Looks good! Thanks for the photos - it's helped confirm our choice to go with the Lemon Spotted Gum as well.

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algernon
Apr 07, 2018 12:19 pm
bashworth
bashworth
3 April 2018

Question regarding Building process

Question regarding Building process
QLD

The following link explains the actual construction phases with links to each phase.

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bashworth
Apr 03, 2018 6:46 pm
bashworth
alexp79
alexp79
1 April 2018

How much normally can be saved by doing floor covering, elec

How much normally can be saved by doing floor covering, elec
QLD

Porcelain tiles - you can get those for as cheap as $20 per sq m in various outlets like https://www.tfo.com.au/. Installation is $50-60 per sq m + GST in Sydney, in…

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alexp79
Apr 01, 2018 11:21 pm
AndySydney
AndySydney
29 March 2018

Passive houses building

Passive houses building
QLD

Sophie Contact John Moynihan at Ecolateral. He will be able to tell you who to talk to in Brisbane.

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AndySydney
Mar 29, 2018 6:36 am
symone
symone
27 March 2018

Is Termite Resistant Timber Frame Nessesary in Gold Coast?

Is Termite Resistant Timber Frame Nessesary in Gold Coast?
QLD

We are just north of you and have had termite damage that cost over $5000 to fix. We have elected to build with a steel frame this time around...

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symone
Mar 27, 2018 7:24 am
symone
Bri1234
Bri1234
26 March 2018

Is Anyone building with Simonds Home (Flinders)?

Is Anyone building with Simonds Home (Flinders)?
QLD

That's great. I'm looking forward to hearing about your progress. Thanks. We're very happy with how it's come out so far.

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Bri1234
Mar 26, 2018 8:50 pm
Bri1234
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shc
Mar 21, 2018 2:55 pm
iTool
iTool
17 March 2018

What's the minimum rear setback in Brisbane city council

What's the minimum rear setback in Brisbane city council
QLD

The BCC Small Lot Code is applicable to lots <450sq.m. It states that the minimum rear boundary setback is 6m for lots deeper than 25m. Side setbacks are 1m for habitable…

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iTool
Mar 17, 2018 1:45 pm
pandibabi
pandibabi
17 March 2018

Who is building in Brisbane?

Who is building in Brisbane?
QLD

Thank you for the advice it is appreciated. I am following because I love seeing progress pics and seeing what people choose for the Brisbane lifestyle and getting ideas.…

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pandibabi
Mar 17, 2018 10:44 am
pandibabi
pandibabi
pandibabi
17 March 2018

Question about setback non-compliance

Question about setback non-compliance
QLD

Hey, call a townplanner and they can explain to you in detail, very friendly and reachable. I won't sign anything that will affect your enjoyment of your property and I…

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pandibabi
Mar 17, 2018 10:02 am
pandibabi
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Ashwin
Mar 16, 2018 3:51 pm
Ashwin
Corinda dream 2016
Corinda dream 2016
12 March 2018

Practical Completion - things not done

Practical Completion - things not done
QLD

Our house was ready at pc - they were just doing final pain touch ups. We picked up on a couple of thing like door handles not being level and some cosmetic stuff but it…

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Corinda dream 2016
Mar 12, 2018 6:19 am
mj-mac4
mj-mac4
9 March 2018

First Home- Coral Homes- Modified Grange 23

First Home- Coral Homes- Modified Grange 23
QLD
1 ... 16, 17, 18

Sorry just found your selections. 😅 All good 😆

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mj-mac4
Mar 09, 2018 5:55 pm
mj-mac4
allblaqk
allblaqk
9 March 2018

FIRST HOME!! Townhouse

FIRST HOME!! Townhouse
QLD

Very nice design - did you get to chose colours etc or was this predetermined by who you bought it from?

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allblaqk
Mar 09, 2018 11:03 am
allblaqk
PVBuild
PVBuild
7 March 2018

How long did your build take, and what time did they quote?

How long did your build take, and what time did they quote?
QLD
1, 2

I feel everyone's pain here. - contract stipulated 9 month build time (38 weeks) - builder unofficially said 5 months - single storey off the plan with modifications -…

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PVBuild
Mar 07, 2018 9:56 am
Charlie2
Charlie2
7 March 2018

BRISBANE Area Independant building inspectors

BRISBANE Area Independant building inspectors
QLD
1, 2

i just found out that "noregreats" is the director of Handovers.Com brother......go figure

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Charlie2
Mar 07, 2018 8:36 am
TashPaul
TashPaul
6 March 2018

Bulkhead on plan

Bulkhead on plan
QLD

I am pretty sure there is a small gap between the top of our cupboards and the infill. It is so the cupboards don't scrape on the bulkhead/infill. If you look at my blog,…

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TashPaul
Mar 06, 2018 3:07 pm
TashPaul
Gonna_Build
Gonna_Build
1 March 2018

The surrounds(Helensvale) Gold Coast

The surrounds(Helensvale) Gold Coast
QLD

Hi there, We are looking to buy land in The Surrounds, are you building already ?

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Gonna_Build
Mar 01, 2018 3:52 pm
apu1987
apu1987
23 February 2018

Handover Inspection Brisbane

Handover Inspection Brisbane
QLD

Hi, i was interested to know, what was the result?

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apu1987
Feb 23, 2018 3:32 pm
neg
neg
21 February 2018

Building My First Home in Brisbane with Hotondo Homes

Building My First Home in Brisbane with Hotondo Homes
QLD
1, 2

All in all an excellent builder and highly recommended!

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neg
Feb 21, 2018 2:52 pm
SavannahFiori
SavannahFiori
21 February 2018

Anybody out there built with Future Urban Residential?

Anybody out there built with Future Urban Residential?
QLD

I see their website is down (account suspended) and Facebook page has been taken down.

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SavannahFiori
Feb 21, 2018 12:09 am
GCGirl
GCGirl
17 February 2018

Building a Daydream 32

Building a Daydream 32
QLD
1, 2

Wow such a long time since my last post. We have been in our house since the end of October. We absolutely love it and the area. Packing and unpacking hasn't been much…

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GCGirl
Feb 17, 2018 8:10 pm
GCGirl
arcadelt
arcadelt
17 February 2018

Daydream 32 - Styling Ideas

Daydream 32 - Styling Ideas
QLD

A lot of white-on-white and neutrals going on there. Not a bad canvass, but needs some colour. I see you have a young kid (highchair), but a rug under the dining table and…

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arcadelt
Feb 17, 2018 10:13 am
Bridgetwitch
Bridgetwitch
14 February 2018

Coral Homes Noosa 20 Build

Coral Homes Noosa 20 Build
QLD
1 ... 8, 9, 10

It’s always hard to deal with a loss in the family - condolences. Your home looks lovely though... more pics please!! - B A vue of the pines on the…

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Bridgetwitch
Feb 14, 2018 1:20 pm
Bridgetwitch
K-Real
K-Real
14 February 2018

Ausbuild Stretton Heights - First Home Build QLD

Ausbuild Stretton Heights - First Home Build QLD
QLD
1 ... 7, 8, 9

Congrats Mai Panda! I must move to QLD. You guys are treated like royals over there :))))

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K-Real
Feb 14, 2018 9:36 am
K-Real

Hi everyone, my wife and I are getting close to finalising our exterior selections with our first custom build with Steve Parcell. I have done up some exterior drawings…

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Vimes
Feb 12, 2018 10:31 pm
kepler
kepler
12 February 2018

Building a Clarendon Parkhill 29 in Brisbane North

Building a Clarendon Parkhill 29 in Brisbane North
QLD

Hi cm4, We signed off on the tender this weekend. The tender came about $7000.00 more than the sales estimate. They slugged $3750.00 for a mix of cranes and stuff I…

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kepler
Feb 12, 2018 10:16 pm
sparrowsnest
sparrowsnest
12 February 2018

Coral Daydream 32 Custom - First Home Build: Redbank Plains

Coral Daydream 32 Custom - First Home Build: Redbank Plains
QLD
1, 2

We were going through the admin phase with another builder but we needed to get a contract quickly otherwise we couldn’t settle on our land due to the way our loan was…

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sparrowsnest
Feb 12, 2018 11:17 am
gr8ly
gr8ly
11 February 2018

Slab down - takes up most of yard?

Slab down - takes up most of yard?
QLD

you would have gotten site plans with your house drawings right? 800sqm2 is a good size! you should definitely have a backyard for sure.

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gr8ly
Feb 11, 2018 5:10 pm
gr8ly
daisy1989
daisy1989
10 February 2018

First Home Buyer/Build - Bold Living

First Home Buyer/Build - Bold Living
QLD
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Hi zacherine. Found your topic and scrolled thru the whole 5 pages to see the pics. Your house looks great. We initially wanted to go with Sophia 22 as well but it…

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daisy1989
Feb 10, 2018 8:46 pm
daisy1989

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