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Starting From ScratchKnowing which state you are in may help. No use someone in NSW giving you advice that may not be compliant in Qld for instance ( put it in your signature ).
Stewie Issues with EZYhomes kit homeThanks for posting. Shocking attitude from a company, clearly do not want accept any responsibility and clearly dont want repeat business. It is suicide.
These issues… qebtel replied 12 February 2016 ago Site level after cut and fillIt will depend on the condition of your soil- soil tests should give you the info you need.
Any good earth moving contractor should be able to do what you want if you… DOLLER replied 10 February 2016 ago power connection to block
Actually if you crunch the numbers correctly its 54 people per year over the 2009-2014 period. So growth rate of less than 2%, but growth none the less.
11, 42, ?… qebtel replied 20 January 2016 ago skillion roofThat depends if there is roof space. If ceiling is fixed to underside of roof frame then you can't do it. If there is space then you have to consider heat loss/gain and… floorSlab. No constant thumping when you walk through the house or squeaks. Plus as Beetaloo has said its going to be better for thermal properties especially up here it gets… Kitchen design help needed!".. Because we are owner builders we can move walls, add walls, move, add or delete windows, etc, etc... this is design heaven - go for your life. On the attachment you… kit homeHas anyone had any dealings with Garage Supermarket at Yandina qld. They can do me a livable kit home at a very good price greenken started a topic 4 January 2016 ago owner builder insuranceCan anyone tell me where to get good cheap owner builder insurance for building in qld
...thanks greenken started a topic 4 January 2016 ago Dual Occupancy vs Secondary dwelling?A "dual occupancy" is actually whatever the town plan defines it as. The council drafts the town plan, and they also give your DA. But dont expect them to be helpful, let… qebtel replied 4 January 2016 ago NSW Owner builder regulations????Ah, I recall the NSW OB course from many years ago. It was pretty much all and only about "don use an OB permit as just a means to get around the builder needing to get… Frame inspectionGvb frame inspection usually happens after roof and brickwork is up
jsm009 replied 10 November 2015 ago LorriNov 01, 2015 7:11 pm Solid concrete blocks - HELP!Whatever you are looking for, they can advise you on all this construction ... We must have two or three types of suggestions or tips at hand. I hire an architect but also… T&V replied 18 October 2015 ago stukaSep 30, 2015 9:03 pm OB BuildHi Rocksteady,
Thats great you are getting closer to getting some plans organised. Can't help you much with the plumbing/electrical. Our son is an electrician so that… Price for plumbing-new housePlumbers 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… SaveH2O replied 18 September 2015 ago dbenzSep 10, 2015 9:37 pm Advice for Owner Builder FinanceNAB can give you up to 80%.
Westpac up to 60%.
Brokers can find you more flexible lander but for higher - up to 10% interest. After completion you can refinance with one… dbenz replied 10 September 2015 ago dbenzSep 10, 2015 9:34 pm Basement drainage requirement in VictoriaYou say there is no discharge point in your property ? You can't use neighbour's land, and council have to provide you with a point of discharge. Or are you saying that… jbdave replied 24 August 2015 ago Roof Plumbing ComplianceHi Guys,
OB here, we just completed our build and have troubles contacting my roof plumber to provide a compliance certificate. We checked with VBA, and they have records… jamesbp started a topic 6 August 2015 ago How to get an ABNBunnings has a Powerpass card for ABN holders that gives approx 5% off a lot of products. I hear that they have something similar for owner builders - you need to show… Joynz replied 3 August 2015 ago JoynzAug 03, 2015 11:53 pm Living in a caravan on site - Perth WAAgree with Beetaloo. Dont do anything to set off your neighbours and keep certain activities out of sight, and you should be right. Many councils have rules about living… qebtel replied 3 August 2015 ago Steel & timber staircaseNo he is in Bomaderry NSW. When designing your stairs you have to think about your floor covering, for example if you are having tiles, doing direct stick method, you need… Alan62 replied 24 July 2015 ago Storm water discharge pointHi Bashworth, thank you for the information. Contacted the council and looks like I need to have to connect to a legal point 2 properties away. They do not allow discharge… landscapingYou will need a retaining wall built on your land. Don't try using the fence for retaining. Brickies Perth HillsCan anyone recommend quality brickies in Perth Hills. I'm in Parkerville. chalky started a topic 19 July 2015 ago Building 101Thanks David, these are really good resources. I will share them around as well. LyndaW replied 12 July 2015 ago Cost of building houseMy last owner build project i did in sydney cost me $300,000 for a high spec finish. It was a single storey 39sqm total on a flat block of land with no rock or… tigerz replied 10 July 2015 ago
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