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Inquire
Inquire
1 October 2019

Who to build with

Who to build with

Has anyone dealt with Destination Living in Ivanhoe, I like their houses but don't know if they are ok

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Inquire
Oct 01, 2019 11:29 am
Trimega
Trimega
1 October 2019

How does a parapet wall help with building height?

How does a parapet wall help with building height?
QLD

Thanks for that! Yes, you were right. They drew us a diagram and helped clear things up!

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Trimega
Oct 01, 2019 11:09 am
SK1
SK1
1 October 2019

House and Land package

House and Land package

Hi SK1 Welcome to the forum Providing they are not one and the same company You can cancel the agreement for the preparation of plans with the builder Unfortunately, you…

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SK1
Oct 01, 2019 10:19 am
betterman
betterman
30 September 2019

Metricon - Savannah 40 - Adelaide Athelstone

Metricon - Savannah 40 - Adelaide Athelstone
SA
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

great networking setup. where did you guys get that enclosure from?

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betterman
Sep 30, 2019 3:33 pm
Thylacene
Thylacene
29 September 2019

M soil type

M soil type
QLD

M is moderate, so minimal impact on footings cost. Overall site costs vary depending on fall, drainage and design.

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Thylacene
Sep 29, 2019 10:24 pm
jencal
jencal
29 September 2019

Building with Clarendon - Private Building Inspector

Building with Clarendon - Private Building Inspector
NSW

Thanks so much for that info, very helpful.

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jencal
Sep 29, 2019 1:40 pm
KamadoJusto
KamadoJusto
28 September 2019

Eden Brae’s Sandringham38

Eden Brae’s Sandringham38
NSW

Which facade did you go with?

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KamadoJusto
Sep 28, 2019 8:20 pm
rum_home
rum_home
28 September 2019

Metricon Bentleigh 38 - Wollert VIC

Metricon Bentleigh 38 - Wollert VIC
VIC
1, 2

Wow some time has passed, and had not bothered to keep this thread updated. Titling of my land occurred in Jun 2019 and site build started beginning of September. Metricon…

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rum_home
Sep 28, 2019 2:43 pm
rum_home
ConfusedBuyer
ConfusedBuyer
28 September 2019

Arramont Estate - Wollert Victoria

Arramont Estate - Wollert Victoria
VIC

Thanks Rumhome. I sent you a dm too but you can reply here for the better of everyone. A lot of them would be keen yo follow your build as a lot of people are starting to…

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ConfusedBuyer
Sep 28, 2019 11:15 am
Harrymama
Harrymama
27 September 2019

Soil condition

Soil condition

Ahh sure wagga123 thank you:)

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Harrymama
Sep 27, 2019 9:51 pm
jencal
jencal
27 September 2019

Domaine Homes or Thrive Homes?

Domaine Homes or Thrive Homes?
NSW

Hi, I am signing my tender with Domaine today to build the Louis 22 narrow at Box Hill. I am still trying to decide at the 11th hour about having the living room at the…

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jencal
Sep 27, 2019 11:11 am

Our neighbour has their security cameras installed yesterday. Looks pretty good.

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BECAM
Sep 27, 2019 9:38 am
Gary D. Atchley
Gary D. Atchley
25 September 2019

How much did your home build cost?

How much did your home build cost?

Adding a 20x20 recreation room prices $48,000 on the average, whereas adding a 12x12 room prices concerning $17,300. Attaching a restroom begins at $18,000. Get free…

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Gary D. Atchley
Sep 25, 2019 11:01 pm
Gary D. Atchley
lindagyt
lindagyt
25 September 2019

Glendale 38(Gold Coast)

Glendale 38(Gold Coast)
QLD

---->Aluminium stacker doors in lieu of sliding doors can I please check with you if there's a huge cost difference to this upgrade? we are first time home builder too our…

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lindagyt
Sep 25, 2019 1:05 pm
Newbuild_2020
Newbuild_2020
25 September 2019

Custom builder

Custom builder

Hello, First time posting(just signed up) Looking for recommendations on a custom builder. Northern suburbs in Melbourne. Thanks in advance😊

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Newbuild_2020
Sep 25, 2019 9:15 am
Newbuild_2020
Jakez84
Jakez84
24 September 2019

Slab levels: garage FL same like dwelling

Slab levels: garage FL same like dwelling
SA

I hope everything is going to be alright as I'm going through a big builder and they have engaged an enginner but if anyone has any comments on the plans or something I…

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Jakez84
Sep 24, 2019 2:06 pm
IamSAM
IamSAM
24 September 2019

Buying Down lights after handover

Buying Down lights after handover
NSW

No, different.

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2824
IamSAM
Sep 24, 2019 9:30 am
IamSAM
Mr. Sausage
Mr. Sausage
24 September 2019

Concrete Crack Not to be Considered as Defects - DFH

Concrete Crack Not to be Considered as Defects - DFH

Just on the insulation side of things, I can't remember the exact figures, but I went up one grade for the roof and got the entire roof area covered including the garage.…

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Mr. Sausage
Sep 24, 2019 2:59 am

Hi all, I am currently building a house and had the frame inspection last week. one thing pointed out was concrete blowout of the garage edge beam(adjoining neighbours…

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parthiv777
Sep 23, 2019 6:25 pm
Rusho
Rusho
23 September 2019

Altrove TownHomes Schofield

Altrove TownHomes Schofield
NSW

Is there anyone who purchased a townhomes / townhouse in the Altrove, Schofield? I have put down a holding deposit and got a 14 days window to decide. Please share…

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801
Rusho
Sep 23, 2019 12:44 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
23 September 2019

Building Inspector Assistance via "Variation in Contract"?

Building Inspector Assistance via "Variation in Contract"?
WA

VOs are a hot topic This is the Correct procedure for Structural VOs in Perth hth

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StructuralBIMGuy
Sep 23, 2019 10:24 am
StructuralBIMGuy
indo26slate
indo26slate
22 September 2019

Guiding instructions how to fit sunhoods and Wet Seal them t

Guiding instructions how to fit sunhoods and Wet Seal them t

Hi, I am in the process of planning for my new project home. I am looking at Options for having sunhoods supplied and fitted for my new home. I have found a supplier which…

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745
indo26slate
Sep 22, 2019 6:07 pm
V002
V002
22 September 2019

Need some advice about building proposal

Need some advice about building proposal
1, 2

That's something I'm looking into atm. The property was bought before September 1985 so I'm curious if the sale would be exempt from CGT. Talking to a solicitor this week…

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7752
V002
Sep 22, 2019 3:14 pm
Norfolk
Norfolk
22 September 2019

Advice needed re time from PCI to handover

Advice needed re time from PCI to handover

Clause 21.3A of your Metricon HIA contract says you are obliged to make the final progress claim when practical completion is reached. Metricon’s terms require payment…

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4274
Norfolk
Sep 22, 2019 11:34 am
weising2009
weising2009
22 September 2019

Metricon - Duxton 39

Metricon - Duxton 39
VIC
1 ... 86, 87, 88

Spent one week to finish reading the whole story although it happened two years ago. No matter you can come back or not, I still want to say thank you to the blogger…

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weising2009
Sep 22, 2019 8:19 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
21 September 2019

Sewer Junction Location Question

Sewer Junction Location Question

Hi Bobjane The cheapest option would be 4 above ....redesign

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StructuralBIMGuy
Sep 21, 2019 6:55 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Melos
Melos
20 September 2019

Builder not providing dates

Builder not providing dates
WA

Yep, Im a software developer, so I understand your frustration but we can control our env more than they can. Unfortunately you are just going to have to wait. Even at…

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2472
Melos
Sep 20, 2019 4:54 pm
IsabellaBoots
IsabellaBoots
20 September 2019

Slab just poured

Slab just poured

my house uses Termico, haven't had any issues, though you do have to pay for the yearly inspection to maintain the warranty.

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IsabellaBoots
Sep 20, 2019 4:44 pm
msresearcher
msresearcher
20 September 2019

Taubmans Cotton Sheets or Bassinet?

Taubmans Cotton Sheets or Bassinet?
NSW

How did you go? Shots ive seen of it in realy life look lovely (and neutral) but the swatch looks so warm!

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msresearcher
Sep 20, 2019 4:15 pm
gillybean
gillybean
20 September 2019

Chipped PGH Alfresco Espresso chipped brick

Chipped PGH Alfresco Espresso chipped brick

Mate got same issue. Not get solution from PHG.

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gillybean
Sep 20, 2019 8:06 am
gillybean
Blacktea2sugars
Blacktea2sugars
19 September 2019

Moving in this week! What to do first when you move in???

Moving in this week! What to do first when you move in???
NSW

INSURANCE!!!!!!!! Unless you have it already covered in the build. Update all your new furniture, art, appliances etc. Contents!

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Blacktea2sugars
Sep 19, 2019 9:27 pm
Blacktea2sugars
NewJourney
NewJourney
19 September 2019

Tile grout

Tile grout

ohh that very well may be the case , as this happened only after the builder's cleaners cleaned the property.

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NewJourney
Sep 19, 2019 1:32 pm
Melos
Melos
19 September 2019

Site supervisor meeting

Site supervisor meeting

I would say try and set some expectations for example. We told out site supervisor that we wanted an update every second Friday. We would call or text at the same time…

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Melos
Sep 19, 2019 10:53 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
19 September 2019

Private inspections and progress payments

Private inspections and progress payments
NSW

In Perth we don't have the regulatory stalemate legal frame work you have in the east Coast. Inspectors aren't Certified nor Qualified for alternate Solutions and builders…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Sep 19, 2019 9:34 am
StructuralBIMGuy
aussieta
aussieta
18 September 2019

Buying land - what to watch out for

Buying land - what to watch out for

bal levels if adjacent land bush/heavy trees

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aussieta
Sep 18, 2019 10:30 pm
aussieta
ben888
ben888
18 September 2019

Driveway and landscaping post handover

Driveway and landscaping post handover
NSW

What do they mean by concrete underneath the decking? Do they mean concrete piles/ sonotubes as the deck foundation? Or fully concreting the whole area, as that would make…

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ben888
Sep 18, 2019 10:28 pm
ben888
GLO
GLO
18 September 2019

Rain after concrete Slab

Rain after concrete Slab
NSW

It should be fine, but watch where it pools and also once it dries check the surface is smooth. A slower drying slab is better than one that dries too fast and cracks. I…

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GLO
Sep 18, 2019 9:12 pm
EdB84
EdB84
18 September 2019

Acoustic insulation too heavy for steel stilts??

Acoustic insulation too heavy for steel stilts??

Has anyone had noise assessments done? Did the result come in at a lower category than the council estimate?

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EdB84
Sep 18, 2019 2:54 pm
bestspecials
bestspecials
18 September 2019

Is it really - PGH Blue Steel Flash Brick ?

Is it really - PGH Blue Steel Flash Brick ?

I remember when we chose our brick for our last house that we went around the brick centre and I really liked one, but I didn't like the one next to it. They were…

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bestspecials
Sep 18, 2019 10:47 am
bestspecials
alkeshpatel83
alkeshpatel83
18 September 2019

EXPOSED AGGREGATE cost Perth

EXPOSED AGGREGATE cost Perth

Okayy....good to know as I might consider concrete instead.

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alkeshpatel83
Sep 18, 2019 2:38 am
luxbuild
luxbuild
17 September 2019

Stormwater on back property

Stormwater on back property

Not sure what state this you are in, but in NSW without a rainwater tank (if that's what will happen in your case) your BASIX score could be lower, and Im not sure if you…

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luxbuild
Sep 18, 2019 12:42 am
ourrawsonbalmoral38
ourrawsonbalmoral38
17 September 2019

Minimum requirement for internal concrete

Minimum requirement for internal concrete
NSW

Things like this are frustrating when you spend so much $ with them, that surely they could help you out. It may not be worth the hassle mate, I'd suggest $80-100 worth…

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ourrawsonbalmoral38
Sep 17, 2019 4:17 pm
domwild
domwild
17 September 2019

McDoanld Jones Homes - Cambridge (Newcastle, NSW)

McDoanld Jones Homes - Cambridge (Newcastle, NSW)

Get as many quotes as possible. Get your own soil report/footings and contour report/features and floor plan to get quotes. For older areas a soil report ($300) is good…

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domwild
Sep 17, 2019 8:59 am
building-expert
building-expert
15 September 2019

Restrictive Covenant Roofing Question

Restrictive Covenant Roofing Question

Good answer from darb74 Most covenants will have expiry date, check your title then ask your lawyer.

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building-expert
Sep 15, 2019 3:31 pm
building-expert
MrsAJ
MrsAJ
14 September 2019

Manhattan 21 heavily modified - Coral Homes

Manhattan 21 heavily modified - Coral Homes
QLD
1 ... 6, 7, 8

Any suggestions for plants for front of the house. Thinking of Cordylene at right corner , what goes well next to Cordylene? Not anything bushy. Less than Cordylene…

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MrsAJ
Sep 14, 2019 9:17 pm
Norfolk
Norfolk
13 September 2019

Porter Davis Summer Promotions- Is it too good to be true?

Porter Davis Summer Promotions- Is it too good to be true?
VIC
1, 2

Hi Gee, Thank you for blog. It’s valuable advice. What is your opinion on the customer reviews of builders on the Productreview, google review and similar forums as…

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Norfolk
Sep 13, 2019 8:59 am
Small Minds
Small Minds
12 September 2019

Building with PD Homes, Recommendations?

Building with PD Homes, Recommendations?
VIC
1, 2

Hi guys, been doing a lot of research on independent inspection companies and this Darbecca has come up a bit. But as part of my research I found this outcome in VCAT

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Small Minds
Sep 12, 2019 3:17 pm
Dui2705
Dui2705
12 September 2019

Building with Simonds VIC

Building with Simonds VIC

Hi andor this is crazy! Did it only take about 3-4 months for your house to be built?

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Dui2705
Sep 12, 2019 2:47 pm
Dui2705
Norfolk
Norfolk
12 September 2019

Builder Incentive how does it work?

Builder Incentive how does it work?

Plus a set of steak knives

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Norfolk
Sep 12, 2019 2:22 pm

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