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DeeAu
DeeAu
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Lot size and Floor space ratio question

Lot size and Floor space ratio question

Hi Chippy, Really appreciate you taking time to answer my question. To be exact my ground floor is 194sqm and the first is floor 184sqm = Total area 378m2. So it is very…

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DeeAu
May 04, 2024 9:36 am

Montgomery Carolina in 2024

Montgomery Carolina in 2024

Hello Homeoners, working with Montgomery to build a Carolina 286. It's been a difficult process, not with Montgomery but with other issues out of our control (easement…

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BrigidFrancis
May 04, 2024 8:33 am

Driveway

Driveway

Thank you Chippie for your input.

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jok50
May 04, 2024 8:25 am
jok50

Qartaba Homes

Qartaba Homes
1, 2, 3

Thanks for the informations, do you know any Qartaba homes customers whatsapp group or other group,

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Sunset
May 04, 2024 8:22 am

Deleting threads/posts! HELP

Deleting threads/posts! HELP

Don't forget that Google and Bing as well as the internet archive may well cache your posts as well...

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MarkusjOZ
May 04, 2024 7:13 am
MarkusjOZ

Garage conversion

Garage conversion

I have an early 90’s built home where the garage is connected to the house under the existing roof. The garage already has gyprock ceiling and two windows. Would this be…

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asqproperty
May 03, 2024 9:23 pm

Seeking Advice: House and Land Package on Subdivision Proper

Seeking Advice: House and Land Package on Subdivision Proper

I'm based in Adelaide and I'm considering purchasing a house and land package from Weeks Homes. I found a deal that looks good, but there's a complication: the land isn't…

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ajaypatil
May 03, 2024 7:36 pm

Screed First Timer

Screed First Timer

Your sand and cement ratio is fine. With the water it is hard to be precise as it depends on the water content of the sand. This is generally done by eye. So you are…

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Ashington Homes
May 03, 2024 12:50 pm
Ashington Homes

insulation/filler for gaps in window frames

insulation/filler for gaps in window frames

For the outside Aluminium angles are standard. Inside you can fill with expandable foam for larger gaps. Smaller gaps say 10mm and under you can use sikaflex

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Ashington Homes
May 03, 2024 12:47 pm
Ashington Homes

Gas line through a footing

Gas line through a footing

Hi all, I'm excavating a footing to build a front wall next to the footpath. I've excavated the footing (8 m long, 600 wide, 600 mm deep) and there is an old sleeved gas…

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mashed-potatoes
May 03, 2024 10:13 am
Hlab
Hlab
Yesterday

Thud (knock) noise coming from area between ceiling and roof

Thud (knock) noise coming from area between ceiling and roof

hi Mandar, I’ve been experiencing the same noise for over a year - to me it sounds like something snapping - did you ever get got the bottom of what was causing it?

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Hlab
May 03, 2024 8:20 am
FRR
FRR
Yesterday

Concrete pier required ?

Concrete pier required ?

Hi, I have some misplaced pier under edge beam issue. Need an independent expert to check and confirm if the rectification solution that the structural engineer provided…

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FRR
May 03, 2024 7:47 am

Tree Worries.

Tree Worries.

Ponzutwo All right, you called me out with the word "accidentally" but on the other hand it wasn't deliberate either on our part. It was more of a case of a dumb…

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Ashington Homes
May 03, 2024 4:38 am
Ashington Homes
miteq
miteq
Yesterday

Landscaper to Avoid - Victoria

Landscaper to Avoid - Victoria

It pains me to do this, but I feel that I need to get the word out and ensure others don't have the same outcome as me. Avoid dealing…

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miteq
May 02, 2024 10:01 pm
miteq
chippy
chippy
2 May

Potential Asbestos?

Potential Asbestos?

That brown colour looks like Masonite or hardboard. Get it checked but typically asbestos was used in wet areas and plaster board or Masonite in other areas

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chippy
May 02, 2024 8:52 pm
chippy
chippy
chippy
2 May

Ceiling Joist/s Timber quality Question

Ceiling Joist/s Timber quality Question

It's MGP 10 which means every length has been machine graded to it's specified engineered strength. It may not look pretty and if you where hand picking your timbers you…

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chippy
May 02, 2024 8:46 pm
chippy

Advice getting concrete tile roof pressure washed

Advice getting concrete tile roof pressure washed

Hi all, My concrete tile roof (pictured here: https://imgur.com/a/d2GiHJH) over the last 5 years has gotten to the point it needs a clean. Unsure why previous owner…

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bullborts
May 02, 2024 7:42 pm
jimbo73
jimbo73
2 May

Removing rust from steel i beams

Removing rust from steel i beams

thanks, yes they are dry , thats a good idea with fish oil as sanding will be hard

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jimbo73
May 02, 2024 7:21 pm

Designing, Building & Developing a Luxury home in Lindfield

Designing, Building & Developing a Luxury home in Lindfield
1, 2

Thanks. I guess it's easier for us as we do this every day so for the most part we know what we want and can give the designers a clear idea as to what we want. The…

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Ashington Homes
May 02, 2024 6:43 pm
Ashington Homes

Looking for a builder

Looking for a builder

You are the 3rd person this week with a 20m block :-D I am building my own on a 22m wide block ( about to start in a couple of weeks). If there are no volume builders…

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Ashington Homes
May 02, 2024 6:26 pm
Ashington Homes

Builder wants to build new ceiling over defective ceiling

Builder wants to build new ceiling over defective ceiling

What is that product they have used? Also, do they know what is causing it and why won't they take down the current sheets?

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Ashington Homes
May 02, 2024 6:19 pm
Ashington Homes

CDC TPZ Barrier Mesh

CDC TPZ Barrier Mesh

It is so easy to do yourself. Even if you are not very handy. You literally only need a few basic things from bunnings. Honestly even with the most basic skills I know…

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Ashington Homes
May 02, 2024 6:02 pm
Ashington Homes
Callifo
Callifo
2 May

Brick vents to cool the structure and release heat

Brick vents to cool the structure and release heat

Shade the brick with large eves. Since going to minimum of 600mm eaves on my build, I've noticed much improved cooling off the house after hot summer days. Can see the…

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Callifo
May 02, 2024 5:35 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
2 May

Brand new house with beyond horrible windows

Brand new house with beyond horrible windows

Sorry, I have been trying to get to your post... I'll get back tomorrow or Saturday. Ed

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ECOECO
May 02, 2024 5:33 pm
ECOECO

No. You only have to restrict the opening of any window when the opening starts below 1700 finished floor height or there is a transom or other climbable surface (toilet,…

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ECOECO
May 02, 2024 5:22 pm
ECOECO
jimbo73
jimbo73
2 May

shower slope on base

shower slope on base

Hi l had a new shower installed with an arycrilic base, the base is slightly uneven , but the slope is towards the drain at the…

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jimbo73
May 02, 2024 12:16 pm
Dr_rock
Dr_rock
1 May

First time build: Custom narrow riverside home in WA

First time build: Custom narrow riverside home in WA

So still no slab and apparently the concreter cancelled. Here come the delays... apparently things haven't recovered quite as much as I thought. I've been told maybe next…

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Dr_rock
May 01, 2024 6:56 pm

Plasterboard (13mm) vs VJ Panels – for…

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Sara thy
May 01, 2024 5:41 pm

Building a flame zone house in West Pymble on a steep site

Building a flame zone house in West Pymble on a steep site
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Thank you so much Simeon and I ll definitely reach out to Brad. Regards Kishan

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kishan6693
May 01, 2024 3:57 pm

Is a building inspector worth it during construction?

Is a building inspector worth it during construction?
NSW
1, 2

Great answer from Simeon to which I would like to add: The question could be asked how many people regret not having their own independent inspector or getting one too…

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building-expert
May 01, 2024 7:18 am
building-expert

Hi there, Looking for any advice or feedback on what is a recommended size for double showers? It's a normal glass shower with a door (not a walk in) and there will be 2…

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firsthyme
May 01, 2024 12:20 am
firsthyme
newbuild01
newbuild01
30 April

Question about orientation

Question about orientation

Thank you both for taking the time to reply!

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newbuild01
Apr 30, 2024 5:55 pm
mdg1104
mdg1104
30 April

Corian vs Caesarstone

Corian vs Caesarstone
1, 2

When choosing between Corian and Caesarstone, it’s tough, but leaning towards Corian might be beneficial if you value seamless integration and a wide…

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mdg1104
Apr 30, 2024 5:33 pm

Home builders for battleaxe block in Hornsby LGA

Home builders for battleaxe block in Hornsby LGA

Hey Setsquare Firstly thank you to all the kind comments here. Now to answer your question, it comes down to what budget you have. New South homes who are based at…

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Ashington Homes
Apr 30, 2024 1:18 pm
Ashington Homes
Bendigo.Roma
Bendigo.Roma
30 April

First Avenue Homes Experience

First Avenue Homes Experience

Not much building go on in Croydon given the project has been on hold for years. Not sure how First Avenue Homes has time to build anything when it has four active civil…

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Bendigo.Roma
Apr 30, 2024 8:43 am

Hi all. Thinking of renovating the bathroom and…

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BenDen
Apr 30, 2024 1:03 am
naaeaus
naaeaus
29 April

Qartaba Homes Box HIll

Qartaba Homes Box HIll

I BOUGHT LAND HERE 71-73 BOUNDARY RD BOX HILL ANYONE KNOW THE ADMINISTRATOR'S CONTACT DETAILS TO CONTACT. QARTABA HOMES OFFICE NOT PICKING UP THE PHONE.

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naaeaus
Apr 29, 2024 7:04 pm
koffeetime
koffeetime
29 April

Anyone building with Firstyle Homes? Let's connect

Anyone building with Firstyle Homes? Let's connect
1, 2

We finished all our appointments late Feb I think. Our finance set us back, it took a while. Here is the rough timeline 1. go through all appointments (external…

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koffeetime
Apr 29, 2024 11:03 am
KnockItDown
KnockItDown
29 April

Double Brick homes

Double Brick homes

Just moved from a rental that was bearer and joist floor with double brick walls throughout. Worst house ever! Granted in Summer we didnt need any form of Air-Con to…

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KnockItDown
Apr 29, 2024 9:45 am
KnockItDown

First time building. this triangular part (marked in red) behind my two bedrooms does not have external wall bec of Alfreco roof…

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Sara thy
Apr 29, 2024 9:14 am
KnockItDown
KnockItDown
29 April

Best electric hot water system in 2024?

Best electric hot water system in 2024?

For our new build in NSW we opted for a heat pump with a 315L storage tank. Early days yet as we only moved in 6 weeks ago. Haven't run out out of hot water though. Ours…

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KnockItDown
Apr 29, 2024 7:57 am
KnockItDown
mattr44
mattr44
29 April

Has anyone built with Lily Homes (NSW) in recent times ?

Has anyone built with Lily Homes (NSW) in recent times ?

What sort of additional site costs would one expect when building this house design with Lily? Obviously varies greatly site-to-site, but what sort of buffer should we allow here?

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mattr44
Apr 29, 2024 7:51 am
Mattms
Mattms
28 April

Eagle Homes

Eagle Homes

Anyone care to share their latest experience with Eagle Homes..? Would love to hear their latest feedback and concern and advice? Thank you

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Mattms
Apr 28, 2024 9:15 pm
k77driver
k77driver
28 April

Working with Metronest

Working with Metronest
VIC

I've been with Metronest for a few months now. They are building my house, and I wanted to share my experience with you…

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k77driver
Apr 28, 2024 9:15 am
Huynhm3
Huynhm3
27 April

Building contracts

Building contracts

Hello, I am currently working on a study in regards to building contracts in Australia. I would like to interview people with their building experience in Australia and…

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Huynhm3
Apr 27, 2024 9:57 pm
chippy
chippy
27 April

Polytec Ravine finish

Polytec Ravine finish

Horizontal costs extra, and depending on door sizes (and colour) vertical may not be possible.

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chippy
Apr 27, 2024 7:38 pm
chippy
RenoBel
RenoBel
27 April

Waterproofing

Waterproofing

Do I need to waterproof behind a standard toilet? I will do the floor but do I need to go up the wall behind the actual pan aswell?

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RenoBel
Apr 27, 2024 12:37 pm

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