Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 241Apr 17, 2017 9:24 am Home Blog: https://waldorfgrange.wordpress.com/ Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 242Apr 18, 2017 5:48 pm So we had an update via email from our site supervisor that we weren't expecting: Quote: Just wanted to keep you informed. I have delayed your frame commencement as I did an inspection on the slab and I was not satisfied with some of the levels I found and some other minor items. I have requested the Concreters return to rectify. They have advised me that the slab will be ready mid to late this week. Don’t want to be alarmist but just want to make sure we get off to the correct start. Once I’m happy with the slab I’ll get guys onto your frame. We hope this is a sign that our site supervisor has high standards and realises that we (and Darbecca) do as well. Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 243Apr 18, 2017 6:01 pm Waldorf_Grange_Build So we had an update via email from our site supervisor that we weren't expecting: Quote: Just wanted to keep you informed. I have delayed your frame commencement as I did an inspection on the slab and I was not satisfied with some of the levels I found and some other minor items. I have requested the Concreters return to rectify. They have advised me that the slab will be ready mid to late this week. Don’t want to be alarmist but just want to make sure we get off to the correct start. Once I’m happy with the slab I’ll get guys onto your frame. We hope this is a sign that our site supervisor has high standards and realises that we (and Darbecca) do as well. I like that your site supervisor is open & being honest...did they give any indication of PD's own independent inspection picking up any defects? Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 244Apr 18, 2017 8:39 pm Waldorf_Grange_Build So we had an update via email from our site supervisor that we weren't expecting: Quote: Just wanted to keep you informed. I have delayed your frame commencement as I did an inspection on the slab and I was not satisfied with some of the levels I found and some other minor items. I have requested the Concreters return to rectify. They have advised me that the slab will be ready mid to late this week. Don’t want to be alarmist but just want to make sure we get off to the correct start. Once I’m happy with the slab I’ll get guys onto your frame. We hope this is a sign that our site supervisor has high standards and realises that we (and Darbecca) do as well. That's good news I'd say, better that everything gets sorted now rather than having problems in future. And great that the SS kept you informed with what's going on rather than leaving you in the dark. Building a Kew 28 with Porter Davis Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 245Apr 18, 2017 10:00 pm SS sounds like he's on the ball, delays are annoying but awesome he's making sure things are done right. Customised Burbank Indigo/Hawthorn in Officer VIC https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.p ... 2#p1680752 Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 246Apr 18, 2017 11:21 pm Yep, sounds like a good SS to me. Better if they are a bit picky even if it means a few delays! Our 37sq Custom Hamptons Inspired Home: http://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?t=86931 Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 247Apr 19, 2017 7:41 am sinbox Waldorf_Grange_Build So we had an update via email from our site supervisor that we weren't expecting: Quote: Just wanted to keep you informed. I have delayed your frame commencement as I did an inspection on the slab and I was not satisfied with some of the levels I found and some other minor items. I have requested the Concreters return to rectify. They have advised me that the slab will be ready mid to late this week. Don’t want to be alarmist but just want to make sure we get off to the correct start. Once I’m happy with the slab I’ll get guys onto your frame. We hope this is a sign that our site supervisor has high standards and realises that we (and Darbecca) do as well. I like that your site supervisor is open & being honest...did they give any indication of PD's own independent inspection picking up any defects? Haven't heard anything yet about PD's own independent inspection. Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 248Apr 19, 2017 7:44 am My understanding of the energy report is that they input every measurement of each room, each colour you have chosen for render, roof, each window measurement etc and then the report calculates the energy rating and makes the suggestions on what it needs to tip it over the six star. Some of the things our house needed PD picked up the expense and other things we had to (such as double glazing throughout). Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 249Apr 19, 2017 7:45 am Interesting you haven't heard anything from PD's inspector. I assumed they would be sending you a report at each stage, same as Darbeca. Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 250Apr 19, 2017 8:31 am Waldorf_Grange_Build So we had an update via email from our site supervisor that we weren't expecting: Quote: Just wanted to keep you informed. I have delayed your frame commencement as I did an inspection on the slab and I was not satisfied with some of the levels I found and some other minor items. I have requested the Concreters return to rectify. They have advised me that the slab will be ready mid to late this week. Don’t want to be alarmist but just want to make sure we get off to the correct start. Once I’m happy with the slab I’ll get guys onto your frame. We hope this is a sign that our site supervisor has high standards and realises that we (and Darbecca) do as well. This is a really good sign I hope this means your lost of defects is no where near as substantial as ours Home Blog: https://waldorfgrange.wordpress.com/ Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 251Apr 19, 2017 1:50 pm Waldorf_Grange_Build My understanding of the energy report is that they input every measurement of each room, each colour you have chosen for render, roof, each window measurement etc and then the report calculates the energy rating and makes the suggestions on what it needs to tip it over the six star. Some of the things our house needed PD picked up the expense and other things we had to (such as double glazing throughout). That's correct, though don't think the colour stuff is necessary. As we commissioned our own report, we have a full report with all that info. Sounds like you are just getting the cover sheet. I've spoke to our energy rater about changing our sliding door from double glazed to low e glass, she recalculated and said was possible but would need to upgrade our sarking to maintain 6 star Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 252Apr 19, 2017 5:04 pm Dani_J Waldorf_Grange_Build My understanding of the energy report is that they input every measurement of each room, each colour you have chosen for render, roof, each window measurement etc and then the report calculates the energy rating and makes the suggestions on what it needs to tip it over the six star. Some of the things our house needed PD picked up the expense and other things we had to (such as double glazing throughout). That's correct, though don't think the colour stuff is necessary. As we commissioned our own report, we have a full report with all that info. Sounds like you are just getting the cover sheet. I've spoke to our energy rater about changing our sliding door from double glazed to low e glass, she recalculated and said was possible but would need to upgrade our sarking to maintain 6 star I heard the colour could change the rating if you have a charcoal coloured roof vs a white roof it would absorb more sun/heat etc. Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 253Apr 26, 2017 6:57 pm Due to bad weather our frame has not started yet. Hopefully later this week, if not next week. We don't mind so much as we wanted the slab to cure for as long as possible. Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 254Apr 26, 2017 7:37 pm Yep, know how you feel. Our site cut hasn't been completed yet due the wet weather and pub hols . And I was hoping for a slab before Easter! Our 37sq Custom Hamptons Inspired Home: http://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?t=86931 Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 255Apr 26, 2017 9:26 pm The weather is looking sunny from next week onwards, so hopefully they will be able to get a frame up quickly for you Customised Burbank Indigo/Hawthorn in Officer VIC https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.p ... 2#p1680752 Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 256Apr 27, 2017 8:00 am Gravy The weather is looking sunny from next week onwards, so hopefully they will be able to get a frame up quickly for you Yes hopefully! I need to catch up to you. Hehe. Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 258Apr 29, 2017 9:06 am I wish I had thought of putting in a physical barrier instead of chemical not a huge fan of using chemicals if it can be avoided, not to mention the maintenance and costs! Customised Burbank Indigo/Hawthorn in Officer VIC https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.p ... 2#p1680752 Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 259Apr 29, 2017 9:10 am Waldorf_Grange_Build Our termite protection now in https://waldorfgrangebuild.wordpress.co ... tion-done/ Did it cost you much to get the physical barrier? I never knew that was an option! Building a Kew 28 with Porter Davis Re: Building the Waldorf Grange by Porter Davis 260Apr 29, 2017 9:13 am Hurrow Waldorf_Grange_Build Our termite protection now in https://waldorfgrangebuild.wordpress.co ... tion-done/ Did it cost you much to get the physical barrier? I never knew that was an option! Nothing. It was included. It says physical or chemical in the contract and they will usually default to the chemical unless you make a point of asking which we did and we got them to agree in writing. Three options 1 Ask the liquidator 2 Find another PD customer and ask the source of their report 3 Pay for new report 3 14043 Hey guys building a new place through a volume builder and just wondering if i should complain to the site supervisor as we just had plasterboard installed. Looks like… 0 11880 |