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OBI1canobeans
OBI1canobeans
25 January

My granny flat build journey

My granny flat build journey

Any advice on how to ensure the kit home granny flat that im thinking of buying will get council approval. The kit home companys wont release plans without a deposit and…

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OBI1canobeans
Jan 25, 2024 12:41 am
OBI1canobeans
OBI1canobeans
18 January

Best window for FZ

Best window for FZ

Hi im new to this forum. What a terrific site! Im planning to put a granny flat in my back yard. I'm in a Fire Zone and wondering what the most efficient fireproof…

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OBI1canobeans
Jan 18, 2024 3:14 pm
ML24WA
ML24WA
20 August 2023

OB course - WA

OB course - WA

Just getting back to this. So because we are part cash part finance, doing the OB route is looking near on impossible. When we got some quotes from builders last year,…

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ML24WA
Aug 20, 2023 1:26 pm
Budapest
Budapest
23 June 2022

Designing an extension

Designing an extension

Agreed on pricing - we are in Perth and we paid a touch more. Overall it would have been cheaper if we had a more straight forward block and design. …

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Budapest
Jun 23, 2022 3:20 pm
Allnamesrgone
Allnamesrgone
27 April 2022

Modernising an Old Girl - We won a Heritage Award!

Modernising an Old Girl - We won a Heritage Award!
1 ... 11, 12, 13

How great to find the original photo. I think the roofline is more balanced now than when it was built, so I think you did it a favour. Hope you are enjoying it as I was…

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Allnamesrgone
Apr 27, 2022 10:36 pm
bashworth
bashworth
28 November 2021

Building new

Building new

I like to find the land before I get serious about talking to builders. That doesn't mean you shouldn't visit a few show homes first to get an idea of what you want and…

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bashworth
Nov 28, 2021 7:00 pm
bashworth
waxinggibbous
waxinggibbous
26 September 2021

EcoStay building project

EcoStay building project
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Brilliant! Looks great - looking at all that electronics and circuitry makes my head spin...:shock:

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waxinggibbous
Sep 26, 2021 7:31 pm
waxinggibbous
SandyKS
SandyKS
8 June 2021

Invasion of privacy WA

Invasion of privacy WA

I have to change to translucent glass for my staircase window as I have a small study nook at the top floor. My neighbour has a huge glass staircase window and council…

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SandyKS
Jun 08, 2021 1:16 am
dachopper
dachopper
18 March 2021

Insulated Cladding

Insulated Cladding

Hey guys, does anyone have any experience with Smart Stone systems here https://www.smartstonesystems.com/ I'm contemplating using them in my tilt panel project as a…

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dachopper
Mar 18, 2021 2:16 am
Bimbob
Bimbob
14 February 2021

Tilt Panel experts

Tilt Panel experts

Both , floor and/or roof

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Bimbob
Feb 14, 2021 4:22 pm
dachopper
dachopper
2 December 2020

Pre-cast Concrete House Build Perth

Pre-cast Concrete House Build Perth
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The polystyrene is purely for insulation purposes and is not structural in my design. The outer concrete is also purely a protective wind/water and thermal cladding…

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dachopper
Dec 02, 2020 4:06 am
worldofmud
worldofmud
29 November 2020

How to minimise building certification & engineering fees

How to minimise building certification & engineering fees

Andre2018, Not sure what your situation is regarding development consent/application approval/CDC etc but often the required sign offs are to fulfill the local building…

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worldofmud
Nov 29, 2020 8:11 pm
AKB
AKB
11 October 2020

Perth NOR OB on 5 Acres - Kitchen and Pool :-)

Perth NOR OB on 5 Acres - Kitchen and Pool :-)
1 ... 89, 90, 91

Thanks Waxing - I would love a damn I think fresh Marron are to die for but can’t talk the other half into it yet :-)

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AKB
Oct 11, 2020 6:48 pm
AKB
MClark
MClark
14 May 2020

Building without Architects

Building without Architects

I like the Airbnb idea, they got punished during this lockdown unfortunately.

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MClark
May 14, 2020 8:13 pm
MClark
delta4
delta4
30 April 2020

WA Draftsperson Recommendation

WA Draftsperson Recommendation

Absolutely have a recommendation We worked with Clyde on our 2 storey house. He was a pleasure to work with and I think very very important to have a good rapport with…

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delta4
Apr 30, 2020 1:34 pm
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Andre2018
Mar 23, 2020 4:11 pm
Andre2018
Andre2018
23 March 2020

nailing metal connectors by hand, does this comply to code

nailing metal connectors by hand, does this comply to code

Thanks Chippy, Good to know that hand nailing is the way to go. I'm content to have the elbow pain, its my own build.

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Andre2018
Mar 23, 2020 4:09 pm

Here's Stage 1 garage loft apartment Bim,design & Data suitable for airbnb Stage 2 Prelim Construction & Engineering data 3D Bim->Elements (Structural)->Quants->…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Dec 15, 2019 9:25 am
StructuralBIMGuy
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
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
AKB
AKB
25 February 2019

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

OB Project - "New vs Old" - Nedlands, WA
1 ... 28, 29, 30

Stunning .... anymore photos of the inside?

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AKB
Feb 25, 2019 10:43 pm
AKB
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
1 December 2018

How to choose/assess a potential building inspector/surveyor

How to choose/assess a potential building inspector/surveyor

Andre2018 Sketchup Pro has the tools for architecture Free sketchup is very basic Another consideration is Sketchup pro can be imported into other consultants BIM…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Dec 01, 2018 10:23 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
Andre2018
Andre2018
30 November 2018

changing platform floor to cut in floor

changing platform floor to cut in floor

I have a very old (1897) Jarrah framed house in WA and I want to do some remedial work on the isolated brick piers which necessitates me removing the floor. The floor…

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Andre2018
Nov 30, 2018 9:58 am
Mrs_Puddleduck
Mrs_Puddleduck
1 October 2018

Ross Squire kit - OB in Parkerville WA - Mood Boards!!!

Ross Squire kit - OB in Parkerville WA - Mood Boards!!!
1, 2, 3, 4

Just came across this thread and saw that you have clay and had to invert the leach drains and septics. Would you have any images of this? I've got my eye on a clayey…

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Mrs_Puddleduck
Oct 01, 2018 2:46 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
28 July 2018

Estimating your quantities? we can help =)

Estimating your quantities? we can help =)

Most Builders use BIM as a sales tool aka Design visualisation and to break down component costs but they will never share the breakdown cost with you as it's explicitly…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jul 28, 2018 8:51 am
StructuralBIMGuy
RuffTuff
RuffTuff
14 May 2018

"Cottage", Tiny house build.

"Cottage", Tiny house build.

Yes, I will use oversized timbers. Where a 150mm floor joist in MGP10 or 12 might be required I will go with 175mm or 200mm seasoned jarrah which would probably be graded…

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RuffTuff
May 14, 2018 10:24 pm
RuffTuff
Dims
Dims
3 May 2018

Skillion Roof Insulation

Skillion Roof Insulation

Thanks for your input Building -expert and Dr Buildwell, I will contact Foilboard and discuss. Cheers Colin

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Dims
May 03, 2018 10:33 am
Dr.Buildwell
Dr.Buildwell
25 April 2018

Concrete slab non conforming

Concrete slab non conforming
1, 2

all liability falls squarely on the builder , well at least here in vic anyway.

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Dr.Buildwell
Apr 25, 2018 11:06 pm
qebtel
qebtel
7 January 2018

Ebay Stores

Ebay Stores

Still i have no experience of online shopping. I prefer to shop offline.

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qebtel
Jan 07, 2018 5:05 pm

The more information you put up the more precise the reply/answer , egs. use Photos, sketches and data (l/m , m2, m3,etc) This information is also used in rule-of-thumb…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Oct 09, 2017 11:05 am
StructuralBIMGuy
sparky_JsP
sparky_JsP
14 September 2017

Owner Building in Perth

Owner Building in Perth
1, 2

Yes mate

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sparky_JsP
Sep 14, 2017 11:13 pm
sparky_JsP
NADT
NADT
29 January 2017

Modified Camden supplied by PAAL homes

Modified Camden supplied by PAAL homes
1 ... 6, 7, 8

Congratulations on moving into your beautiful home! What an amazing job you've done. We've looked through your posts quickly and great photos. Just one question ( and…

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NADT
Jan 29, 2017 9:21 am
NADT
Builtbyjane
Builtbyjane
16 January 2017

Building Owner Builder in South Western Australia

Building Owner Builder in South Western Australia

Hey just wondering how your project went/ is going? I'll be starting a owner build in Bridgetown this year, first time! Any local recommendations? Anyone to steer clear of? TIA

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Builtbyjane
Jan 16, 2017 12:47 pm
JB1
JB1
6 January 2017

Owner Builder Insurance

Owner Builder Insurance

Concreters poured water that contained some concrete into my storm water drain. It blocked my 200mm pvc pipe. It wasn't solid concrete but hard enough to block it. It…

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JB1
Jan 06, 2017 10:32 pm
RuffTuff
RuffTuff
27 November 2016

Studio (fancy shed) build

Studio (fancy shed) build
1 ... 13, 14, 15

Well, we finally got our full council approval! We already had a 10a approval but then we started running art classes and the authorities deemed we now had to reclassify…

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RuffTuff
Nov 27, 2016 10:04 am
RuffTuff
chalky
chalky
27 September 2016

Tradie recommendations Perth Hills

Tradie recommendations Perth Hills

Hey there, My partner is a quailed plumbing contractor, We recently started our own business called Banrock Pluming based out of Ellenbrook We should be able to help you…

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chalky
Sep 28, 2016 12:09 am
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Mark_
Sep 06, 2016 10:47 pm
James Austin
James Austin
5 August 2016

Owner Builder insurance

Owner Builder insurance

I've been speaking with all risk, easy to deal with and the policy looks good, when compared to others i've been researching .....but you never really know until you make a claim

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James Austin
Aug 05, 2016 11:55 am
James Austin
OBExplorer
OBExplorer
2 August 2016

OB vs Builder for extension (in WA)

OB vs Builder for extension (in WA)

Hi - I need some advice specifically in context of an extension, not complete new build. I see plenty of posts re: pros & cons of OB vs project builder for a new build but…

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OBExplorer
Aug 02, 2016 2:51 am
manofaus
manofaus
10 June 2016

Guidance with schedule of work!

Guidance with schedule of work!

Most of the house: plumbing, electrical, airconditioning, vacuum rough in. insulation and linings. Again mark out fixtures and document. Paint out. Electrical fit out.…

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manofaus
Jun 10, 2016 6:53 pm
manofaus
browne
browne
4 May 2016

Looking for supervisor for owner-builder project

Looking for supervisor for owner-builder project

Hi All, We have decided to go down the OB route for our renovation and extension - 1905 house front remaining with modern extension on a western suburbs block. We have a…

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browne
May 04, 2016 3:44 pm
browne
Bigblock7
Bigblock7
25 April 2016

Energy Rating exceptions and flexibility of rules

Energy Rating exceptions and flexibility of rules

Have you considered something that is portable? Like a tiny home on skids or trailer?

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Bigblock7
Apr 25, 2016 7:57 pm
Bigblock7
BooY
BooY
16 April 2016

How May lights ?

How May lights ?

How many is completely dependent on the area usage and type of lights you want to you. a standard bedroom for eg, could be 1x batten holder or 1x high output LED Downlgiht…

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BooY
Apr 16, 2016 6:49 pm
BooY
Stewie D
Stewie D
4 April 2016

Which local Council is right?

Which local Council is right?

All that is Ok for small works where the difference in council fees for a job at $10,000 that someone basically works out at labour only and is only slightly smaller in…

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Stewie D
Apr 04, 2016 10:57 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
2 March 2016

Structural Engineering and Energy Assess - Perth

Structural Engineering and Energy Assess - Perth

StructuralBimGuy is on these forums and in Perth. I'm sure he'd be able to help you. Stewie

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Stewie D
Mar 02, 2016 6:10 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
21 February 2016

BAL Bushfire Attack Level Ratings - anyone with experience?

BAL Bushfire Attack Level Ratings - anyone with experience?
1, 2, 3

Always get your bal rating assessed before buying any commercial or residential property. Its always helpful. Before that you need to get in touch a consultant to get it…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 21, 2016 11:10 am
StructuralBIMGuy
sam001
sam001
21 February 2016

residential earthworks Perth

residential earthworks Perth

professional earth moving.

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sam001
Feb 21, 2016 12:28 am
manofaus
manofaus
12 December 2015

How do I get engineering sign off on a deck? (Perth)

How do I get engineering sign off on a deck? (Perth)

Download a copy of the BCA 2015. It is free. It will tell you what you need to design to. All you need to do is show the council how you came to select the materials you…

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manofaus
Dec 12, 2015 3:54 pm
manofaus
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
18 September 2015

Price for plumbing-new house

Price for plumbing-new house

Plumbers will give quote on phone and charge same as quoted after the work has been done.I heard such humming noise below the sewer pipes in the bathroom, with i spotted…

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SaveH2O
Sep 18, 2015 6:50 pm
SaveH2O

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