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Owner builder certificate VicWe are just about ready to OB an extension in the New Year. Small regional town Victoria. Took 12 months to get planning permit. Had to get Land Capability Report, soil… Ohbee1 replied 23 November 2023 ago Owner builder insurance pre application
Just google "owner builder construction and liability insurance." There are many that do it.
When I OB a few years back I used a broker called Allrisk. It was simple… chippy replied 26 August 2022 ago weep holes
whoever put the concrete for you should have known that. They did not excavate for you. Thus, when you are Owner Builder, just don't look for cheaper tradies. It is very… Windows from China - a true storyThere is just too much ridiculous red tape in Australia.
If I want something from overseas, I will just order it and install it myself. Caveat EmptorIf you follow certain posts you will find my comments to the posters when I know they are fibbing. Well it's back on again... if it's about windows, ask someone first,… ECOECO started a topic 17 December 2021 ago hydronic underfloor heatingjust curious in victoria
is it legal for owner builder to install underfloor hydronic pex tubing in timber subfloor
and then have plumber make final connection to… aussieta started a topic 11 July 2021 ago
Double Glazed Windows & Doors 95 square metres of the highest quality brand new windows and doors. Selling because I made the wrong colour. Already fitted with… Using an unregistered builderI guess what you are really asking is can you use your friend (old builder) as a project manager for your owner build and the simple answer is, yes.
As an owner builder… chippy replied 4 August 2020 ago OB-Party wall system certificateYou 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… Building contract inclusions - deck oil@ Milky_42 welcome to the forum
Unless stated it's generally not included.
Deck oiling and maintenance is something a lot of renovators do themselves
There are some great… Site set out on home extension-MelbourneNo much bias there. I have found that the concreters that I have engaged to do set out of form are relatively good at what they do. I run around and check with a water… OB for load bearing wall removalNot necessarily true with engineers and surveyors. Friend has take a volume builder to court over unsound foundation. Volume builder immediately deflected it to the… Plywood or particle board floor
do not do this you will get mould , in 18 years as a carpenter i have never seen this done , black poly and weather around timber equals mould mould mould OB tradie recommendations Melbourne
Firstly, thanks to the OP for this thread - has been most helpful to have a list of trades that have proven to deliver the goods!
In regards to PM's we were looking at… 6 star energy repor - VICkaren5784
There are minimum requirements that will give you the required rating (deemed to comply) ..see if you can save yourself some money, your designer should have an… garage house
First, take a look at the photo. Its rural. Most councils will approve shed homes for rural, but not urban. The reasons they occur in rural is… qebtel replied 11 February 2018 ago Melbourne- recommend me a stair case builderThe stair case builder I used previously is retiring and won't take on any new jobs.
Can someone recommend a reasonably priced stair case builder in Melbourne?
I've… JB1 started a topic 15 October 2017 ago insulating slabMy energy rater recommended under slab insulation.
From my research it can help.
However if you're in NSW, perhaps the insulation requirements are different in your part… JB1 replied 4 September 2017 ago solar hot water system or rainwater tank?Have a look at Sanden heat pump hotwater. Not cheap but you can run them from a solar panel or mains(only draw 1kw when heating). Reviews seem to be very good as well.… Cost of Suspended Slab - MelbourneWhat about Hebel Powerfloor with steel structure? You get the benefits of concrete (no noise or bounce) and may not require additional insulation. Supposedly lower cost… Concrete Raft Slab MelbourneWhile I can't offer anything in the way of advise, It's somewhat comforting to know that I'm not alone in obtaining no, or inflated quotes.. Bricklayer - Melbourne@Random111
Those pay scale rates are rubbish mate they are out by 50% for AEC
BTW Thanks for the link From Owner Builder to Licensed BuilderAn owner builder can only construct 1 home every 5 years (2 per 10 in tassie). Some states require warranty insurance too when you sell.
How much you save depends entirely… Berek replied 21 March 2017 ago BerekMar 21, 2017 8:47 pm Septic tank questionsorry not very helpful that last post, but I am having the same ideas about my build, but in the end I am going to need a plumber and other trades to sign off on what I… unregistered builderthanks everyone. i've been quoted $35k from an registered carpenter. will buy building insurance before.work starts
cheers Gtree replied 21 December 2016 ago GtreeDec 21, 2016 3:23 pm New home with GrolloHello, I am new to this site. I am thinking of using Grollo Homes to build a new house on a slopping block. Has anyone used Grollo Homes in the last 12 months. I'd like… sharyn123 started a topic 20 December 2016 ago
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