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Billythekid
Billythekid
13 December 2019

Do grease trap regulations vary by state?

Do grease trap regulations vary by state?

Cheers mate, na not too sure will need to look over it again. Thanks for the tips

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Billythekid
Dec 13, 2019 2:42 pm
Tony Angievski
Tony Angievski
12 December 2019

Side and rear setbacks

Side and rear setbacks

My house is already cladded using masterwall. No bricks

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Tony Angievski
Dec 12, 2019 4:47 pm
MaryM
MaryM
19 November 2019

OB Rights re Receipts for Goods

OB Rights re Receipts for Goods

Thank you Chris

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MaryM
Nov 19, 2019 8:55 pm
building-expert
building-expert
4 November 2019

Wood floors

Wood floors

If you have time it is possible but after sawing timber needs to be kiln dried and reconditioned, then machined, then acclimatised in your home for 4 weeks prior to laying.

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building-expert
Nov 04, 2019 9:08 am
building-expert
Davobam
Davobam
3 November 2019

Owner Build in Southern Flinders Ranges- Cert of Occupancy

Owner Build in Southern Flinders Ranges- Cert of Occupancy
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Great posts and an inspiring build, I did a quick Google and looks like it's now forsale.. https://m.realestate.com.au/property-ac ... -131483998

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Davobam
Nov 03, 2019 2:05 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
17 October 2019

Cut and fill help

Cut and fill help

Hi divo247 Thanks for the info You shouldn't have any issues At s guess there's approx. 70m3 of concrete? I suggest you break down the build/trade components further and…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 17, 2019 10:03 am
StructuralBIMGuy
domwild
domwild
29 September 2019

Owner Builder - was it worth it?

Owner Builder - was it worth it?

One extension and one little holiday home as owner builder. Get a plan, either from a TAFE designer or architect for $750-$1,000, get your own soil/footings report ($300)…

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domwild
Sep 29, 2019 9:01 pm
dyl92
dyl92
29 September 2019

Looking for self-builder blogs

Looking for self-builder blogs

I know that this is an old post, but just in case anybody is interested in following my blog regarding my owner builder journey they can checkmit out here:

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dyl92
Sep 29, 2019 7:49 pm
dyl92
spv
spv
21 September 2019

How to shore up ground while replacing a retaining wall

How to shore up ground while replacing a retaining wall

thanks for the reply, I understand, that retaining walls require design and certification. My question was about possible shoring methods for temporarily retaining the…

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spv
Sep 21, 2019 2:23 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
20 September 2019

hiring an engineer - doing struct. fixes on existing house

hiring an engineer - doing struct. fixes on existing house

Just remember what's Free May not have value Hence the need to evaluate data and proofs. hth

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StructuralBIMGuy
Sep 20, 2019 10:16 am
StructuralBIMGuy

Build-wise, I like what you are doing and good to see a Tradies Blog IMO, Much better than a Builders Blog If you keep homeone updated I'll check in on your progress and…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Sep 18, 2019 8:09 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
2 September 2019

Unlicenced plumbers.

Unlicenced plumbers.

Then the owner is also the builder.

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SaveH2O
Sep 02, 2019 10:43 am
SaveH2O
snowing
snowing
20 August 2019

Are you on the tools?

Are you on the tools?

Looks cool! Mine's on post as well. I was thinking about doing more myself at first, but my build is too challenging. I got a project manager who's also a builder to look…

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snowing
Aug 20, 2019 2:37 am
JB1
JB1
19 August 2019

Temp power installation cost

Temp power installation cost

Connection/inspection fees for $902.00 In Melbourne last year.

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JB1
Aug 19, 2019 10:23 pm
Mirrmu83
Mirrmu83
3 August 2019

Slab on Boundary Encroachment

Slab on Boundary Encroachment

I would be keeping a close eye on this especially if bricks have been delivered to site. The wall could get bricked up very quickly. I would also report to Council.

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Mirrmu83
Aug 03, 2019 4:32 pm
chippy
chippy
26 July 2019

6 year warranty once new house is built , owner builder

6 year warranty once new house is built , owner builder

JB1 is correct. It's builders indemnity insurance. As the builder an OB is liable for issues just like a normal builder. The insurance is only to cover the buyer if the OB…

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chippy
Jul 26, 2019 9:18 pm
chippy
storewallAU
storewallAU
26 July 2019

Building Costs - Your experience

Building Costs - Your experience

Can anyone recommend a project manager in melbourne? South East Suburbs

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storewallAU
Jul 26, 2019 7:45 pm
storewallAU

Been a busy few months getting the build underway. I am almost at lockup stage. Had the a builder and a labourer onsite for 6 weeks all up an i am surprised how quick it…

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Nishy
Jul 23, 2019 8:17 pm
alexp79
alexp79
9 July 2019

Where did you buy affordable price building materials in Syd

Where did you buy affordable price building materials in Syd

Re Chinese windows you would better check/ask in the Windows sub-forum. For bathware there are many options/sites,…

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alexp79
Jul 09, 2019 5:24 pm
RuffTuff
RuffTuff
6 July 2019

Owner Builder - Are we crazy?

Owner Builder - Are we crazy?

Forget the doomsayers and the negative self interested responses. Give it a red hot go. I've given up full time work and have been working on our house for a year now. The…

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RuffTuff
Jul 07, 2019 12:34 am
RuffTuff
JB1
JB1
6 July 2019

Scyon flooring in bathrooms or particle board?

Scyon flooring in bathrooms or particle board?

you can drop the shower area 40-50mm so you don't need to build up the outside area. Your truss manufacturer can build to suit. Scyon for sure.

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JB1
Jul 06, 2019 1:33 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
30 June 2019

concrete slab

concrete slab

Hi anthonysmythe100 Welcome to the forum The defect is called Was the Concrete inspected during the actual pour, do you have photos? Are there other spots visible? More…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 30, 2019 8:46 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
26 June 2019

Where to find tradies for owner building

Where to find tradies for owner building

It depends on what 3D Bim software s/he uses...But generally not much if they are not using collaborative Software, data and proofs, as their own Bim software tends to…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 26, 2019 12:01 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Lee54
Lee54
25 June 2019

Soon to start; would appreciate advice

Soon to start; would appreciate advice

In mid-July, I will begin my shed to studio flat conversion. I'm waiting for detailed drawings, so in the meantime have created a very basic floorplan and list of the…

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Lee54
Jun 25, 2019 9:16 am
Thylacene
Thylacene
24 June 2019

owner builders insurance

owner builders insurance

I used coverforce.com.au/partners for our construction insurance. New build, highset. You can only ask

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Thylacene
Jun 24, 2019 11:17 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
16 June 2019

Has anyone bartered for trade services?

Has anyone bartered for trade services?

On a negative note, I think you'll find writing, design and editing expertise are being automated, the skills in demand for battering are those that are licensed and trade…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 16, 2019 8:36 am
StructuralBIMGuy

You will need to update the planning and building applications to suit Welcome to the forum research The calculations/proofs are done using the Engineering BIM 3D…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 02, 2019 10:23 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
2 June 2019

How best to pay trades

How best to pay trades

Agreed... Architectural BIM without data Is Rubbish As they suck you in with a rendered Elevation Images and thereafter you'll have your pants Pulled down on site with…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 02, 2019 8:08 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
30 May 2019

Soil tests and re-establishment, feature and level surveys

Soil tests and re-establishment, feature and level surveys

It's done right the first time.. occasionally problems are highlighted and fixed before they become an issue. there are 3 parties (Designer/Engineer, Builder ,Client)…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 30, 2019 8:13 pm
StructuralBIMGuy

Owner builder/builder engagement models

Owner builder/builder engagement models

Hi TGW, for workers it's more who you know than what. If I have a tradie working or I'm talking to one, I'll quiz him about other trades he can recommend. So far this had…

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Searching4 knowledge
May 13, 2019 10:24 am
Searching4 knowledge
Highlander
Highlander
1 May 2019

Joining bearers

Joining bearers

If the join is over a peir butting them up should be fine.

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Highlander
May 01, 2019 4:38 pm
Highlander
Highlander
Highlander
1 May 2019

Sub floor insulation

Sub floor insulation

Just an update on this. So i have recieved my order, ended up choosing Bradford optimo system that uses plastic saddles that sit over the joists. Saddles are 45mm & my…

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Highlander
May 01, 2019 4:23 pm
Highlander
Howser
Howser
8 April 2019

FFL, FGL and Freeboard

FFL, FGL and Freeboard

Hi All,

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Howser
Apr 08, 2019 8:21 pm
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manofaus
Mar 20, 2019 8:31 pm
manofaus
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
20 March 2019

OB-Party wall system certificate

OB-Party wall system certificate

You are the builder so you will need to provide the required "Fit for Purpose" Details and Compliance Certification I suggest you contact the engineer that did the…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 20, 2019 12:31 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Manj
Manj
19 March 2019

Building Surveyor for OB Melbourne

Building Surveyor for OB Melbourne

The Council's have Surveyors and there is also a company called DJM in Burwood that is used by many volume builders

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Manj
Mar 19, 2019 2:27 pm
Manj
Lee54
Lee54
17 March 2019

Shed to granny flat conversion

Shed to granny flat conversion

Thanks for the responses. I know it's an uphill march to get to class 1, but think I've done my research well in the past few years. I am aware there are things I don't…

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Lee54
Mar 17, 2019 12:38 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
14 March 2019

Cost of Shell?

Cost of Shell?

Rayan1910 You will need to establish an overall design,budget, work out the materials, quants and apply realistic rates for the trade components. Don't be too fussy at…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 14, 2019 12:45 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Intellichoice
Intellichoice
9 March 2019

Quantity surveyor

Quantity surveyor

Depends-some lenders ask for these and then once you have the QS report-they still wont provide a loan. There are LOTS of variables in securing owner builder loans

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Intellichoice
Mar 09, 2019 6:26 am
Intellichoice
AKB
AKB
25 February 2019

OB Project - "New vs Old" - Nedlands, WA

OB Project - "New vs Old" - Nedlands, WA
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Stunning .... anymore photos of the inside?

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AKB
Feb 25, 2019 10:43 pm
AKB
snowing
snowing
21 February 2019

OFFERING FREE ADVICE TO OWNER BUILDERS ON LOW ENERGY AND PRE

OFFERING FREE ADVICE TO OWNER BUILDERS ON LOW ENERGY AND PRE

Thanks for your advise! My draftsman is in QLD. :) So that makes things harder. I'm sure things will work out.

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snowing
Feb 21, 2019 8:56 pm
Ansari
Ansari
12 February 2019

Strata unit warranty

Strata unit warranty

Hi Guys, I am in middle of purchasing a unit registered in 11/10/17 in Toongabbie,NSW 2146. I got strata report yesterday and when asker about warranty of the unit,the…

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Ansari
Feb 12, 2019 7:23 am

Howser Here's what to expect from a BIM Roof Model 2D plans, engineering details, layouts , notes , approximate quantities, cut length, data & 3D Model, etc Apologies for…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 08, 2019 8:07 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Ardo
Ardo
29 January 2019

Building an extension VIC

Building an extension VIC

You can allocate it all to one person if you want as an owner builder, but they must be licensed to do the work that requires a licence, plumbing, gas fitting and…

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Ardo
Jan 29, 2019 6:42 pm
Howser
Howser
18 January 2019

Reasonable Insulation Requirements KDRB

Reasonable Insulation Requirements KDRB

Thanks for all the feedback!

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Howser
Jan 18, 2019 8:55 am
Ardo
Ardo
15 January 2019

Double top plate on top on interior wall frames

Double top plate on top on interior wall frames

AFAIK all truss systems are designed to sag. The designer would specify which walls are load bearing and which walls are partition walls. You could just use 45mm top…

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Ardo
Jan 15, 2019 7:53 pm
Intellichoice
Intellichoice
10 January 2019

Owner Builder Tas

Owner Builder Tas

Yes we can help with the finance-let me know if you would like to chat about your project?

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Intellichoice
Jan 10, 2019 6:26 pm
Intellichoice
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
8 January 2019

Stumps already in place

Stumps already in place

The building inspector should give you the same advice as Insider gave you Plus There is a high chance the footings are non-compliant in which case an engineer will need…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jan 08, 2019 9:33 am
StructuralBIMGuy
dexx
dexx
1 January 2019

modern wall panels?

modern wall panels?

I'm looking to build a freestanding amenities room. Traditionally, you'd have a pine stud frame clad with gyprock on the inside, fibre cement board on the outside, and…

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dexx
Jan 01, 2019 4:17 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
21 December 2018

extending our 1930s something.

extending our 1930s something.

Photos, Budget, BTW, This also helps others.

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StructuralBIMGuy
Dec 21, 2018 9:51 am
StructuralBIMGuy

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