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True cost of owner building a kit homeHi,
I have been owner building for nearly three years now and I must admit I have saved thousands on the build so far but unlike a lot people on this forum I have been… VessSep 20, 2012 12:11 pm jodgeSep 02, 2012 9:37 am Saddlers RidgeMy wife and I just purchased our block at Saddlers Ridge and have selcted the Claremont design.
Can anyone give us some feedback on how your build went with Mirvac. CaptAmer started a topic 26 August 2012 ago First time OBHi Iain,
Good luck with your build, whichever way you go. I just thought I'd add my perspective on the time line for the build. From our experience, we found it… TamK replied 22 August 2012 ago TamKAug 22, 2012 10:45 pm block of land facing north ?Mr_Chook-as you have posted numerous times on this topic I shall be locking a few of the threads you have started.
Answers and discussions on this topic for Mr_Chook can… Non-Slab concreting costsAll,
Just wondering what some people have paid for driveway/footpaths/Entertainment area slabs?
What im looking for is a rough p/sqm cost if possible including all… JMAP started a topic 10 July 2012 ago JMAPJul 10, 2012 11:04 pm Plumber QuotesTownhouse...
2 bathrooms
3 toilets
3 gas points
connection of water tank to toilets.
downpipes etc..
$10k.
Now, drainage plumber for storm water and sewerage, I rather… JB1 replied 29 June 2012 ago Roofing Problems helpHi,
I'm not a qualified roof plumber but i do sell Colorbond roofing so i have a fair knowledge of all things roofing. Firstly you obviously have a very poorly installed… Window Changes after Council ApprovalI did my own Basix certificate and from what i understand and can remember Basix cares about m2 of glass, glass type and frame material. I don't think I specified the… Vess replied 16 April 2012 ago Brick Walls and timber studsThanks for the info mgilla, I appreciate it mate. The cracking is more noticable with the small roof space as the temperature variation in the the roof space from day to… Elyas replied 24 March 2012 ago ElyasMar 24, 2012 2:11 pm Cost to RenderThat works out to be $13.21/m2
I was pretty close =D
Cheers,
Mimmo Buying Land, traps and tricks?
Depending on your slope and exact layering of subsoil, you may not even need piers. That will depend on what the engineer comes up with , not… Feature postsa) Yes it is possible. You could treat them and put them inground (ie traditional post and beam style) or you could pour concret pad footings and attach the posts to them… Steve replied 12 December 2011 ago SteveDec 12, 2011 10:42 am mixing concrete for footingsThey ( either the certifier or the engineer ) won't test it but usually the engineer wants to have a look at the footing steel in place before the concrete pour and… Recommendations for Southern SydneyI am a new Owner Builder and about to embark on a major brick veneer extension and other modifications to my house in the St George/Sutherland area. With work commitments… newob2011 started a topic 25 October 2011 ago pad footings sizeFootings size, type of cement mix, and steel within - should all be determined by an Engineer
I know Clay footings are different to sand footings and even then different… Round or Square Holes for FoundationsThanks for all the advice everyone. The holes are actually 600mm deep so will do some test digging by hand anyway - luckily it's a sandy loam which, being a gardener as… Leamary replied 25 September 2011 ago To Use a Site Supervisor or Not!!this just sounds like miscommunication, because he quoted you on arranging the tradies and materials initially, he only added on the extra when you also asked him to also… piscean replied 24 September 2011 ago SteveSep 21, 2011 5:30 am Owner Builder InsuranceThis is a call out to ALL that have travelled down this well trodden path before me and I need some help from being fleeced...
Insurance - specifically construction and… JMAP started a topic 8 August 2011 ago eyspyAug 06, 2011 9:03 pm Temporay FenceI doubt the excavator would want the fencing up (ours didn't) he preferred to have more rood to move around. Waste Water SystemsHi Heath,
Thanks for the feedback - im going to follow up on that now.
Cheers justo replied 14 June 2011 ago justoJun 14, 2011 7:20 pm What's a good program to design house?Hi Cathy, I am not farmilar with My Virtual Home but on other programs when you have different roof pitches you sometimes need to manually build the roof instead of an auto build. Occupancy CertificateWe are building ourselves and just getting our place ready for Certificate of Occupancy. Our private Building Surveyor said we only need to have the bathroom fully… indidi replied 17 May 2011 ago Tips on Pegging Out ?we had a simple square design but setting out a house has to be spot on
it only cost us $40 to get a builder to come set it out for us one thing ive learnt
along this… Newbie on the blockA couple more questions...
anyone used / know anything about the 'Home building system' ??http://www.homebuildingsystem.com.au/modules/mastop_publish/
also anyone have… Scaffolding Recommendations - SydneyUmmm... bit late guys - but thanks anyway!
I got 4 quotes & we ended up going with Trojan - They are very professional & really worked to get us a good quote. Very… Brick veneer or concrete?Thanks for your replies.
Yes, definitely would not expect to gain 30% more on resale price if I go for concrete.
Never considered tilt panels as an option. Will have to… strobo replied 24 March 2011 ago smsohFeb 23, 2011 9:17 pm Acrows - new or 2nd hand?I have purchased a couple on ebay second hand, seemed fine.
I noticed in Victoria they seem to sell for more than NSW 2nd hand.
Good idea to buy over hire and should get… Pulpo replied 23 February 2011 ago PulpoFeb 23, 2011 10:06 am OHS & Work CoverI understand that WorkCover has no jurisdiction if you're an OB and living in the place.
WC said I didn't need workers comp if not employing anyone. I just need to… 1sthome replied 18 February 2011 ago OB in NSW - new regulations make it hard?We got in under the old $50 online diy course before the regs changed. 
The new courses take more time and can be expensive but are probably still worth it as you could… 1sthome replied 18 February 2011 ago what licences do i need ????The answer varies with the state you are in.
You obviously need a licenced electrician and plumber to sign off on their work, and in SA you would need a licenced… looking for Builder and DraftsmanHi GreyRex
I'm in Sydney & have used a really good drafty - not sure where he's located - Newcastle way? He didn't have any problems travelling if we needed to. He's… Fair price?My 1200mmx2410mm bi-fold window cost me $2780 - not sure what size yours is - so that may be some type of comparison for you?
(this was upgraded before tender and contract stage) sleven replied 31 January 2011 ago How much do arched windows cost?Hi Guys
We are building our home in Sydney for the very first time and are bit clueless about QUITE a few things:)
We have signed up for the tender and are in the… Nandi started a topic 30 January 2011 ago NandiJan 30, 2011 8:15 pm Tradesman
1. What do you do if you just cant get the revent tradesman to work on your project ( I have tried 6 times to get a plumber to give me a…
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