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I am still plodding along getting some of the little tasks done such as random gap filling, building the pull-out pantry and planning the main pantry and bathroom cupboard…

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waxinggibbous
Mar 09, 2024 12:08 pm
waxinggibbous
building-expert
building-expert
8 February

Is this a terrible reason to owner build...

Is this a terrible reason to owner build...

Waiting for the interest rates to go down is also waiting for the building prices to go up, you will likely lose. Perhaps you can get the builder to lock up stage, but…

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building-expert
Feb 08, 2024 12:38 pm
building-expert
Ardo
Ardo
24 August 2023

Architraves

Architraves

I do like the CA glue and activator idea but like you said, working time in non existent. I use the sika PU glue but it needs to be clamped firm. I had a joint move…

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Ardo
Aug 24, 2023 11:39 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
1 May 2023

Concreter in Sydney area

Concreter in Sydney area

Just checked the list of the forum's concreting pros and found it strange that there are numerous from Melbourne but few from anywhere else. You could take a walk (or a…

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SaveH2O
May 01, 2023 10:42 am
SaveH2O
JB1
JB1
1 March 2023

Recessed Curtain Pelmet in the ceiling

Recessed Curtain Pelmet in the ceiling

See this photo https://trowelcraft.com.au/wp-content/u ... 24x768.jpg You can put lighting behind or under the bulkhead You could make the bulkhead wider and place…

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JB1
Mar 01, 2023 12:06 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
1 June 2022

wind rating

wind rating

A few extra, braces, hold downs, brackets not a great deal plus a few days extra labour? how much are they slugging you? The funny thing about variations after the main…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 01, 2022 11:29 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Bimbob
Bimbob
19 November 2021

Build does not meet cdc

Build does not meet cdc

Go DA.

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Bimbob
Nov 19, 2021 7:38 am
kazzy
kazzy
26 July 2021

How much does a besser block wall cost?

How much does a besser block wall cost?

Hey thanks, we'll make sure that everything is according to council regulations. I'm after a ballpark figure for the wall/ construction work itself. How much does it…

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kazzy
Jul 26, 2021 2:34 pm

Some photos of recent work. The outdoor area wall completed. Still some minor flashing work to do (see the intersection of high roof on right and lower roof - a temporary…

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powerd
Jul 24, 2021 10:40 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
19 November 2020

Building Specifications

Building Specifications

I'm curious as to why you went with the council for your PCA rather than a private certifier? Stewie

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Stewie D
Nov 19, 2020 7:27 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
18 August 2020

Owner-builder Course

Owner-builder Course

Yes. The BCA is parts 1 & 2 of the 3 Part National Construction Code (NCC) which is free to download.

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SaveH2O
Aug 18, 2020 5:59 pm
SaveH2O
Tinaandalex
Tinaandalex
13 June 2020

How much did the building cost per sqm for owner builder

How much did the building cost per sqm for owner builder

Tinaandalex Would love to hear more about your OB job located south-east of Melbourne. I think my team can help, especially if you in search of Site/Project Management…

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Tinaandalex
Jun 13, 2020 5:54 pm
worldofmud
worldofmud
19 January 2020

Foundation slab on ground question - help

Foundation slab on ground question - help

Hi, First time I've posted on this site but I'll have a stab at answering your questions: '1) How best to determine natural rock (I'm thinking drill a hole) - Any other…

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worldofmud
Jan 19, 2020 2:37 pm

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
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

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
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
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
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
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
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
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Highlander
Dec 17, 2018 8:29 am
Highlander
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
23 November 2018

HelixSteel - 3D concrete reinforcement

HelixSteel - 3D concrete reinforcement

Here's the irony, It would be useless alone in a Helix concrete stair case FYI Steel fixers charge $700 per Tonne (Perth) flat slab OT, That is a $1m Staircase in a $25m…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 23, 2018 6:49 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
5 October 2018

Owner builder reference materials

Owner builder reference materials

Zebrah The problem with Generic Data, Information, Photos,etc is that " One size doesn't fit all projects and this is old outdated technology" I do recommend 3D BIM…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 05, 2018 8:34 am
StructuralBIMGuy
alexp79
alexp79
27 September 2018

Granno labour - fair rate

Granno labour - fair rate

What is fair rate for granno worker labor those days? 1) for footings - formwork, waterproofing, steelfix, finish (e.g. per cube) 2) for slab - (without formwork), just…

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alexp79
Sep 27, 2018 4:35 pm
Allrisk
Allrisk
3 September 2018

Owner Builders-Sydney

Owner Builders-Sydney

Hi Jacky, you can call me on 1300 255 747 in business hours, or at any time of day can get a quote at the link below

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Allrisk
Sep 03, 2018 8:30 pm
Allrisk
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
31 July 2018

Slab and formwork cost

Slab and formwork cost
1, 2

LOL Technology has come along way in 120 years, no more so than in [url=@Alex79 I think you will find the pricing more competitive If you group all materials and suppliers…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jul 31, 2018 9:54 am
StructuralBIMGuy
waxinggibbous
waxinggibbous
29 July 2018

gyprock on the skirting not behind.

gyprock on the skirting not behind.

Thanks algernon - the shadowline skirting is exactly what I'm after! The shadow gap is a nice addition. I was concerned about the butting up of gyprock and timber. This is…

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waxinggibbous
Jul 29, 2018 9:07 pm
waxinggibbous
raelph
raelph
15 July 2018

Insulation Batts

Insulation Batts

thank you for your thoughts Rae

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raelph
Jul 15, 2018 7:12 pm
alexp79
alexp79
17 May 2018

Footings pricing

Footings pricing

Thanks a lot!

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alexp79
May 17, 2018 12:33 pm

Building designers

Building designers

edskii Great...Thanks for joining & I look fwd to your posts/contributions I use matrix solvers to start.. then make allowances for variables/alternatives "There's math &…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 01, 2018 6:57 am
StructuralBIMGuy

First time owner builder

First time owner builder
1, 2

Hi Henry, I just read back and see your in Bossley Park. Good luck!

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Searching4 knowledge
Apr 23, 2018 9:48 am
Searching4 knowledge
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
20 April 2018

Attached granny flat - ROI and approvals?

Attached granny flat - ROI and approvals?

1. Should read "Get sketch Data, Proofs & Costs" $50K for what ... imo You aren't even close.

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StructuralBIMGuy
Apr 20, 2018 9:47 am
StructuralBIMGuy
PJT318
PJT318
2 February 2018

recomendation request for an engineer to report on a slab.

recomendation request for an engineer to report on a slab.

Hi All, we have a home in Weston in the Lower Hunter NSW, we have a large garage on a slab we would like to convert to a GF. We are looking for an engineer to check and…

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PJT318
Feb 02, 2018 4:07 pm
PJT318
manofaus
manofaus
8 December 2017

Sydney North West Owner Builder

Sydney North West Owner Builder

I too would like to know how you get costings from BIM software? How do you get the hourly rate and productiveness from it for people in the area that you live?

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manofaus
Dec 08, 2017 10:34 am
manofaus
alexp79
alexp79
29 November 2017

Tiling on Steel Bearer/Joist floor

Tiling on Steel Bearer/Joist floor

Aren't you supposed to attach OSB to the steel frame first and then attach underlay and tiles to the top? Steel's thermal expansion coefficient is around 2.5 higher than wood/pine.

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alexp79
Nov 29, 2017 12:26 am
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
25 November 2017

Owner Builder questions

Owner Builder questions

alexp79 this might sound funny but "it is recommended you know more about your project than the people your hire" so it is advisable that you take steps to prepare…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Nov 25, 2017 10:01 am
StructuralBIMGuy
algernon
algernon
19 September 2017

Hebal flooring

Hebal flooring

Yeah, we're building a passive solar house, and are using the PowerFloor for those reasons (acoustic and rigidity), not for thermal mass (for that, we're increasing the…

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algernon
Sep 19, 2017 10:31 am
freckles5
freckles5
14 September 2017

Bricklayer in North-West Sydney

Bricklayer in North-West Sydney

Hi I know it has been a few months since your original post but just wondering if you had any luck with a recommendation or finding a bricklayer to…

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freckles5
Sep 14, 2017 9:09 am
gommeqld
gommeqld
24 August 2017

Owner builder - advice on getting a soil report.

Owner builder - advice on getting a soil report.

Nope, cannot agree there. Finding an honest, reliable and sensibly priced tradie in Perth is a nightmare. Always has been. It's no different anywhere else in Australia. I…

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gommeqld
Aug 24, 2017 1:02 pm
Jacky10
Jacky10
8 August 2017

Owner Builder Marsden Park / Schofields

Owner Builder Marsden Park / Schofields

Hi Sunil Just checking how are you going with your project ? I am commencing in Riverstone area. Cheers

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Jacky10
Aug 08, 2017 6:31 am
AKB
AKB
3 July 2017

Acerage 1st Build Southern Highlands *moved in*

Acerage 1st Build Southern Highlands *moved in*
1 ... 24, 25, 26

Looks brilliant - I'm glad you had a chance to enjoy it :-)

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AKB
Jul 03, 2017 4:40 pm
AKB
snowing
snowing
28 June 2017

Owner builder permit description query

Owner builder permit description query

Have a chat with your council would be a good idea. They can provide you with information if any specific description is needed.

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snowing
Jun 28, 2017 11:51 pm
alexp79
alexp79
26 June 2017

Site supervisor

Site supervisor

Thanks, for the tips, StructuralBIMGuy. But main question still stays - how and where do I find site supervisors for the owner build and how do I validate their…

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alexp79
Jun 26, 2017 2:33 pm
Allrisk
Allrisk
2 June 2017

Owner builder's course

Owner builder's course

I have been a drug store partner for quite a long time. I 'm 36 years of age so I graduated as of late, alone, with 2 ward…

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Allrisk
Jun 02, 2017 12:42 pm
Allrisk

Opps just saw you didn't want a seal along the bottom - sorry

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AKB
May 18, 2017 6:15 pm
AKB
OBehave
OBehave
15 May 2017

What is a good width for a dining verandah?

What is a good width for a dining verandah?

Our west-facing verandah is 3.8m by 8.4m and has ample room for a table/chairs and walking around. If you have the space, 4m or 4.2m would be better as it would allow a…

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OBehave
May 15, 2017 6:42 pm

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