Renovation + Home Improvement
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Engineer InvoiceThanks guys, it did seem a bit odd to us but we were not sure. It was only a small job, which the engineer was already paid for and we never signed anything as it was all… Deck roof cost??
The builder will not do the plumbing work. I have checked where it will come down and it will land almost exactly over the top of an outlet-… Feasibility of Renovating Old Rural HouseHubby finally got it last night after 20 years of disagreeing. He sees I can't care for the land if he had an illness or injury. He realises it's our age, building… Resurfacing exposed brick wallsDepending on what you have, if you go the plasterboard route you will need to replace the skirtings, architraves and cornices.
With the skim coat - if they can get it to… Stewie D started a topic 16 August 2013 ago office building energy retrofizDear all,
I am here to ask for help with a case study of an office building energy retrofit, specifically in Germany. Does any one happen to know one? I need this to… Advice on Facade BeautificationId love to see what you choose to do with the facade! I would probably go with a darker colour on the front U-shape because I think painting it a lighter colour will only… Intro and Federation Reno in PerthSpectacular looking plans but still sympathetic to the original house. I like the separation of the minor bedrooms and master suite too, each with their own stairs. My… House extension - Drainage Gutter questionWe've installed quite a few over the years that were designed by either an architect or someone with hydraulics knowledge in the structural engineers group. We've never… The value of appraisal during renovationPeople renovate their homes for two reasons: to make the home easier to sell or to improve their own comfort. In either case, it’s a good idea to get an appraiser’s… Load bearing wallsYou are carrying out structural alterations, so you will definitely need a building permit. Thus you will need it to be designed and signed off by an engineer and include… colour update for spanish style houseThanks Stewie. I'm finding that even before printing, the colour sample in the visualisation program looks totally different on the screen image of my house. I will be… chicken replied 6 September 2013 ago Extension - Floorplan AdviceI'd recommend reading up on your Councils DCP. It is most likely on their website (I know Lane Cove is). Then you'll know what exactly is and isn't allowed. The… roba replied 6 September 2013 ago vk12Sep 07, 2013 10:35 pm Cost for lower ground floor extensionI usually tell my clients ( Northern Beaches mostly ) to allow $2500+ for extensions and renos per sq m.
That is basically just to build the new part - floor, walls roof… Re-Roofing ProjectHi Greg. Thanks for the pics and contact- we will likely have to replace the roof of a place we just bought.
Cheers
Tim
My pleasure mate. Hope your… Ataching a gate to brick wallDidn't really have "trouble" as it was stainless & it is tougher than normal steel.
Is it really such a biggie to beg/borrow/?? an angle grinder & have it off in 60… nrh157 replied 12 September 2013 ago Renovation Alteration & Addition ScheduleIm not sure if you can do it yourself, however if you have engaged an architect to design your new dream home, then I would pay the extra to ensure the architect can… ironstone / Monument / Ebony colour schemeWe used ironstone for our roof,ironstone for gutters and evening haze for our fascias.our garage door will be ironstone as well,I think it looks good to have to roof and… FionaT replied 15 September 2013 ago BBC Bathroom Centre - The ShireLodged a complaint to Dept of Fair Trading shop owner and supplier will not replace the mirror. Just be aware where you buy your accessories as you don't want to change… whikey replied 19 September 2013 ago section 94a contributions NSWJust to update if anyone else may be interested...
We had to pay the fee but were then advised that we may apply for exemption. Application must be in writing to present… Outdoor RoofMore info needed....
as Stewie said, what is the span of the rafters, also, how far between the posts.
Also, what is the pitch? keep in mind that CGI has a minimum pitch… 33amc replied 27 September 2013 ago 33amcSep 27, 2013 9:17 pm Cost of rendering a front fenceHi, just wondering what we should expect to pay (roughly) for rendering a front fence... We got a quote for a base render but it seems kind of high. Its one of those… Advice on Facade Facelift for NewbieYes obviously there's a massive cost difference but what I'm saying is, why would you renovate at all for 100k if you think in 10 year you'll be knocking it down?? You'd… EmyN replied 29 September 2013 ago Colorbond colour schemes - HELP!!!^^
A sign of modern times unfortunately RG.
One thing that is a consolation though is that with some threads there may be very few replies but sometimes lots of people… Sound Proofing / DeadeningSounds like you are on the right path. Just be mindful that leaking sound is like a leaking bucket of water. You need to plug all the holes. Sound will also travel through… Adelaide - 1950's reno projectMy ex husband and I did up a house that was in worse condition than yours, it turned out great.
BUT.....he was a builder. Its hard work but if your prepared to put in the…
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