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Choice of anchor into brick?I think dynabolts are more likely to work their way loose overtime.
I use to use dynabolts until I started using masonary screws.
Check out the Ramset website for… JB1 replied 14 June 2017 ago Building Certifier checklist?@chode1984
Having a 3D Architectural with Building Information Model (BIM) will certainly help if you are DIYing and checking compliance, make sure you also get the… @Dexx
I done a few lofts/drawing/Construction details in my time
I hope you find them useful
The Loft Floor loadings are Based on Live loads of 1.5KPa
For Storage you… Owner Builder experienceHi all!
Has anybody engaged in a builder to build there house to lock up and finished the fit out as an owner builder (subcontracting your own tradies etc.)? Would you do… jemmalee started a topic 2 June 2017 ago Owner builder's courseI 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… Opps just saw you didn't want a seal along the bottom - sorry
Acreage Cabin on SkidsFound a place called I Build out of Brisbane that have some nice kits. There are also a few Byron retailers I am checking out. Most seem to cost around 40K - 50K… Can you change your plans?Thanks bruce. I often talk to myself, not mad though  I figured there are no dimensions (room yes, bench size no) or details with da plans so just want to confirm that is the case. Berek replied 15 May 2017 ago BerekMay 15, 2017 10:12 pm 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.… BerekMay 04, 2017 11:32 pm Kit Home vs LockupI contacted a couple that used a builder to build their kit homes today. They invited meton their home and I was impressed by the quality of the house. You wouldn't think… 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.. Floors- cost/m3 to refloor?Hey would love your feedback. Ideas
We are looking at a house to buy and Reno. The floors are all different levels, due to several add on extensions over time. The… Ursh started a topic 16 April 2017 ago Bricklayer - Melbourne@Random111
Those pay scale rates are rubbish mate they are out by 50% for AEC
BTW Thanks for the link Carpenter recommendations - Sydney@drad81
Sounds like an interesting build, What's your geotech/soil/Contour like?
Most people are turned off due to the additional costs involved in the brickwork,Steel… How much basement will cost
One extra thing to maintain and that could potentially go wrong. A friend of mine had two apartments with stackers in separate complexes and they were nothing but trouble.. Costing a build@Searching4 knowledge
If you have had the plans designed/modelled in a BIM 3D design software package
the designer should be able to extract fairly accurate net quants… Is 'package' a thing here?There are a few around that do kit homes as a package. Depends on which one you choose, some actually include everything including tools that you might need. As you might… First timerI have gone down the owner builder path twice. Not to save money but because in both cases volume builders would not build on my land (to difficult). Town plannerLost in translation maybe? You'd never meet a town planner as they're the ones designing... towns not houses. Maybe a surveyor? Berek replied 22 March 2017 ago BerekMar 22, 2017 8:54 pm 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 9:47 pm Extending as an Owner Builder in VictoriaHi Lori,
using a registered builder, while yourself being an owner-builder is a great way to retain the flexibility to do what you can do yourself. Some owner builders… OWNER BUILDER INSURANCEHi Momc,
the local councils are really hit and miss, so don't rely on advice there. In my experience they get it wrong at least 80% of the time.
Berek's description is… Owner building out of surburbia, need helpWe currently use only tank water, have a septic, use a wood fired heater and use LPG for gas and HWS. LPG costs increase all the time as does electricity.
Our next house… 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… OB Newcastle
I did use LVL's and timber smart joists for the upper storey, but decided on the steel for the bottom floor. LVL's would have worked well for the bottom floor also, but… Tim- replied 24 February 2017 ago Convert Garage to Granny FlatA couple of items to consider:
Was a damp proof membrane put under the garage floor?
What, if any termite protection was installed under the garage floor?
How high is the… How much can we do?Some councils do allow temporary dwellings onsite while building, but they come with their own requirements. Somerset for example has not only minimum requirements for the… Total Beginner: Where To Start?
Thanks for the reply  we did get a little info from the estate agents in the area, and hoping for a reply from the council next week.
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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… NADT replied 29 January 2017 ago Gladesville - NSW
Hi Turnerbuild,
My retaining wall is made of H block work and core fill. My wall is pretty high at around 2.7m so we had to core fill on two separate occasions.
Behind… Owner Builder InsuranceConcreters 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… JB1 replied 6 January 2017 ago
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