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Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
19 August 2023

New home

New home
NSW

Skjm You might want to watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKx-bsOr2jg If that link doesn't work go to youtube and search for Zac Homes ACA I am really…

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Ashington Homes
Aug 19, 2023 1:17 pm
Ashington Homes
balajmn
balajmn
17 August 2023

Stairs gap

Stairs gap
NSW

Got my stairs designed like this with 250mm Gap marked below. Gap is bec of 2 steps added between two landing area…

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balajmn
Aug 17, 2023 11:29 am
Karar
Karar
17 August 2023

Dealings with NSW Fair Trading and Builders

Dealings with NSW Fair Trading and Builders
NSW

If the issue related to potential major defect NSW fair trading will contact you with in 2 days and then inspector will be allocated to your build to inspect the defect,…

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Karar
Aug 17, 2023 9:32 am
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Ashington Homes
Aug 15, 2023 6:49 pm
Ashington Homes
Althom
Althom
18 July 2023

Facade with Balcony or Sunroom

Facade with Balcony or Sunroom
NSW

Well you won't get cooked by the afternoon sun when sitting out on the balcony on a summers afternoon but you won't have much to look at besides the neighbours…

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Althom
Jul 18, 2023 8:13 pm
Althom
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
18 July 2023

Unusual Delays and Significant Price Increase During Pre-con

Unusual Delays and Significant Price Increase During Pre-con
NSW

Just to makea point about this, an approach that some people have found sucessful in negotiating these rises down, Is to provide some workings to the builder, specifying…

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ponzutwo
Jul 18, 2023 12:12 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
12 July 2023

Prewiring a House for Data, CCTV, and Future-Proofing

Prewiring a House for Data, CCTV, and Future-Proofing
NSW
1, 2

Scientists have used random matrix theory to demonstrate theoretically that the neutrino mass hierarchy can be explained mathematically. When a substance is fragmented…

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ponzutwo
Jul 12, 2023 10:47 am

First time building 2 storey home in NSW. Below Current plan have separate balcony. But thinking to do a multipurpose lounge with balcony (kind of sunroom) in first floor…

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balajmn
Jul 09, 2023 7:06 pm
Trav99
Trav99
5 July 2023

Facade Parapet Moulding

Facade Parapet Moulding
NSW

Agree, Riviera from Clarendon looks beautiful. I've seen one with a light-colored bricks and just a bit of molding (in my neighborhood). It's definitely overpriced. I'm…

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Trav99
Jul 05, 2023 12:01 pm
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
5 July 2023

Disgruntled with Metricon and Pre-Site Manager process

Disgruntled with Metricon and Pre-Site Manager process
NSW
1, 2

existing works? no my friend, if the work has begun, you are stuck short of a major breach of contract. At which the cost to fight to cancel and have anothe rbuilder to…

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ponzutwo
Jul 05, 2023 10:28 am
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
3 July 2023

Moved in 7 years ago but no Occupation Certificate

Moved in 7 years ago but no Occupation Certificate
NSW

Joe, it depends on your certifier but we are noticing the ones we deal with are really cracking down. So i would recommend you follow your approved landscaping plans to…

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Ashington Homes
Jul 03, 2023 7:16 am
Ashington Homes
kspadone
kspadone
29 June 2023

Wisdom Homes- VARIATIONS taking more then 7 weeks!!!

Wisdom Homes- VARIATIONS taking more then 7 weeks!!!
NSW

Can someone please offer some advice? Im DESPERATE. Because I'm completely and utterly exhausted. How long are variations taking with other companies at the moment? We…

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kspadone
Jun 29, 2023 7:22 pm
paul_di
paul_di
25 June 2023

Seeking Advice on Installing an Electric Gate with Intercom

Seeking Advice on Installing an Electric Gate with Intercom
NSW

Hi everyone! This is my first time posting here, and I'm looking for some advice regarding my house construction project in North Kellyville. I…

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6673
paul_di
Jun 25, 2023 12:48 pm
carlo321
carlo321
23 June 2023

Building in Canberra - Costs

Building in Canberra - Costs
NSW
1, 2

Hi Moldeau, How is your build going? Hope your house is finished. How did you decide to go with your builder?

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carlo321
Jun 23, 2023 4:42 am
housenoob
housenoob
14 June 2023

VK Platinum Homes or Laksh Homes?

VK Platinum Homes or Laksh Homes?
NSW

Ask for references and speak to them. If they are defensive or try to avoid the request, walk.

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housenoob
Jun 14, 2023 6:48 pm
ceciyau
ceciyau
5 June 2023

Building with Hall & Hart Homes

Building with Hall & Hart Homes
NSW
1 ... 59, 60, 61

Thx for your advice, thinking to seek for a legal advice and professional help in mediating the issue.

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ceciyau
Jun 05, 2023 3:14 pm
rob_j
rob_j
5 June 2023

Building with Hudson Homes

Building with Hudson Homes
NSW
1 ... 16, 17, 18

Still pending.

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rob_j
Jun 05, 2023 1:36 pm
balajmn
balajmn
30 May 2023

share traditional gable roof facade with pillars having ston

share traditional gable roof facade with pillars having ston
NSW

traditional gable roof facade - Have you did the dark and light gray color combination in facade with gray stone in facade…

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balajmn
May 30, 2023 1:46 pm
balajmn
balajmn
25 May 2023

Floor plan review

Floor plan review
NSW

i thought the flipped plan initially but bec i want narrow pathway from entry to dining (dont like bend), also cannot fit the…

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balajmn
May 25, 2023 6:30 pm
alexp79
alexp79
22 May 2023

Bedroom Windows questions

Bedroom Windows questions
NSW

Personally, considering your layout (study/work desks in bedrooms), I don't think you have any other option but to leave NW windows and make them as big as possible e.g.…

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alexp79
May 22, 2023 1:23 am
Lucatiel
Lucatiel
20 May 2023

Vineyard, NSW 2765

Vineyard, NSW 2765
NSW

Hi, we are just a contract signing away from getting a home with Rawson Communities in Vineyard. We would absolutely appreciate any stories, experiences or feedback…

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Lucatiel
May 20, 2023 10:34 pm
balajmn
balajmn
7 May 2023

Facade column size (350 or 470mm) , Rendering or Stone or Ti

Facade column size (350 or 470mm) , Rendering or Stone or Ti
NSW

Dear Members I have to decide the Facade column size. My custom builder standard is 350mm with rendering, but i asked for 470mm plus stone or tiles and yet to get…

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balajmn
May 07, 2023 6:10 pm
George O
George O
25 April 2023

Construction inspectors

Construction inspectors
NSW

We are about to commence a new build I and I’m reading about defects along the way. My question is should we employ a independent building inspector to come in and…

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George O
Apr 25, 2023 11:19 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
24 April 2023

Cost of windows vs brick + gyprock + batts etc

Cost of windows vs brick + gyprock + batts etc
NSW

The reason that double glazed windows perform so well as insulators is not in the glass, it is in the airgap. https://www.homeone.com.au/articles/doo ...…

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ECOECO
Apr 24, 2023 12:14 pm
ECOECO
Pedro4137
Pedro4137
15 April 2023

Hebel PowerBlock ?

Hebel PowerBlock ?
NSW

Don’t think they doing AAC lintels anymore

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Pedro4137
Apr 15, 2023 9:14 pm
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Budapest
Apr 08, 2023 7:09 pm
balajmn
balajmn
30 March 2023

Downpipe locations

Downpipe locations
NSW

thanks. bit hard for me to understand as i am first time building, do u have any images to refer to understand this logic. thanks

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balajmn
Mar 30, 2023 5:50 pm
balajmn
balajmn
29 March 2023

Will the Ceiling height maintained throughout the home

Will the Ceiling height maintained throughout the home
NSW

Builder is giving 2.7 ceiling height for both floors - double storey home. Will the ceiling height is maintained throughout the home including bathrooms, garage, alfresco…

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balajmn
Mar 29, 2023 10:23 pm
balajmn
balajmn
27 March 2023

Eaves or No Eaves on smaller land - 11m Frontage

Eaves or No Eaves on smaller land - 11m Frontage
NSW

Eaves question on smaller land 11m Frontage. will…

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balajmn
Mar 27, 2023 7:11 pm
jas25t
jas25t
15 March 2023

Colour questions?

Colour questions?
NSW
1 ... 18, 19, 20

Thanks very much!

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jas25t
Mar 15, 2023 7:09 am
Train-lhdm
Train-lhdm
7 March 2023

Rust , should I be concerned?

Rust , should I be concerned?
NSW

Thank you indeed it did rain for weeks around Sydney. I have been requesting my site supervisor to fix this issue but I can tell he is trying to keep on moving forward…

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Train-lhdm
Mar 07, 2023 8:04 pm
PLGH
PLGH
23 February 2023

Duplex Builder Sydney ?

Duplex Builder Sydney ?
NSW

Merit were custom but the build going on that was near us for referral wasn't that fancy so we thought it was middle of the road. They were only about 20% more than base…

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PLGH
Feb 23, 2023 8:57 am
jas25t
jas25t
20 February 2023

Downpipe size

Downpipe size
NSW

I agree and was one of my concerns re: gutter size. It may be a suck it and see item now as they have not fitted the appropriate size. with the tank overflow, I am…

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jas25t
Feb 20, 2023 9:00 am
alexp79
alexp79
18 February 2023

Insulation missing around joists between ground and first fl

Insulation missing around joists between ground and first fl
NSW

Yes, this is a huge thermal bridge which will more or less undermining the insulation already installed in the walls. Cold air will be travelling down from your under…

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alexp79
Feb 18, 2023 9:25 pm
StuK
StuK
13 February 2023

Building with fowler homes

Building with fowler homes
NSW
1, 2, 3, 4

Customised. The costs do add up when you move into selections and if you have to demolish etc. Definitely make allowance to go beyond the price they tell you initially.

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StuK
Feb 13, 2023 9:59 am
strannik
strannik
27 January 2023

Fence alongside garage wall - termite warranty issue?

Fence alongside garage wall - termite warranty issue?
NSW

it's going to be hard to inspect, and more importantly it's going to be hard too keep that area clean of any debris or food for termites, and it will provide a nice shaded…

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strannik
Jan 27, 2023 3:07 pm
chippy
chippy
26 January 2023

Front doors 1.2m wide: gobbly-gook, or what am I buying?

Front doors 1.2m wide: gobbly-gook, or what am I buying?
NSW

Hello ponzutwo and chippy, Thank you very much for helping me.

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chippy
Jan 26, 2023 12:11 pm
chippy
firsthome26
firsthome26
18 January 2023

Is Rawson more expensive than other builders?

Is Rawson more expensive than other builders?
NSW

Yes. I'll definitely be asking! If not, I might try some other medium sized builders who might be hopefully more upfront than the big guys...

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firsthome26
Jan 18, 2023 6:17 pm
AJ1111
AJ1111
3 January 2023

Cost of single storey build

Cost of single storey build
NSW
1, 2

Haven't posted to the thread for a while, but here's my update. Costs are slowly coming down from the builders shortlisted. I had mentioned being quoted $2000 per SQM…

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AJ1111
Jan 03, 2023 10:09 am
Fisher75
Fisher75
1 January 2023

Masterton Homes - The next thread 4.0

Masterton Homes - The next thread 4.0
NSW
1 ... 728, 729, 730

This is the bathroom kids use, so when they were younger they used the bath tab and the shower was used not frequently. So it never got clogged and never puddled before.…

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Fisher75
Jan 01, 2023 6:51 pm
LearnfromXperience
LearnfromXperience
27 December 2022

Project builder for steep blocks

Project builder for steep blocks
NSW
1, 2

I wouldn't recommend Cordony Constructions after my experience with them. Adam Cordony is the licensed builder but much of the work is done by his unlicensed father,…

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LearnfromXperience
Dec 27, 2022 9:05 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
21 December 2022

Gutter Overflow

Gutter Overflow
NSW

The water goes through small surface effect part recessed ports that alter the direction of flow. I don't want to go into details even though I won't be commercialising it…

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SaveH2O
Dec 21, 2022 6:11 pm
SaveH2O
Budapest
Budapest
7 December 2022

Help with single level design

Help with single level design
NSW

In general, I wouldn't compromise the design to try and make it easier to fit a copy and paste house. Like AFALDT and jas25t we did a custom design to suit the block: …

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Budapest
Dec 07, 2022 11:57 pm
Gigabin
Gigabin
5 December 2022

New subdivision - light pole in driveway

New subdivision - light pole in driveway
NSW

Ok thanks my sons light pole is a little to far in hes drive thanks for the reply Cheers Matt

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Gigabin
Dec 05, 2022 12:05 pm
Leona33
Leona33
2 December 2022

Rawson Homes - General Thread

Rawson Homes - General Thread
NSW
1 ... 39, 40, 41

On our contract, we specified 820W by 2340H double glazed aluminum laundry doors. It was also specified in the construction drawings. We lived in Orange NSW First…

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Leona33
Dec 02, 2022 1:21 pm
youhavebeenwarned
youhavebeenwarned
29 November 2022

ALKIRA Homes

ALKIRA Homes
NSW
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Bought a three year old alkira home, what a disaster, water leaks everywhere, no communication by Alkira, sent out the construction supervisor whose knowledge of building…

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youhavebeenwarned
Nov 29, 2022 5:43 pm

It needs to be really carefully detailed and installed. Safest option is to have a drainage channel internally. Dincel is waterproof if installed correctly. Waterproofing…

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Pulse
Nov 22, 2022 8:31 pm
AlexAndRachel
AlexAndRachel
19 November 2022

Fireplace comparisons

Fireplace comparisons
NSW
1, 2

we've been through the same journey, don't want to rely on a gas connection, and don't think the electric ones are any good. We've settled on Bio Flame, the gas is a bit…

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AlexAndRachel
Nov 19, 2022 11:16 pm
Ashington Homes
Ashington Homes
16 November 2022

Hills District Dwelling Width

Hills District Dwelling Width
NSW

Fair call :) I understand where you are coming from

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8081
Ashington Homes
Nov 16, 2022 6:32 pm
Ashington Homes

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