Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Feb 15, 2022 8:11 pm Hi all, We are constructing double storey with Kingsbridge. 88% Construction completed. We noticed that there is a gap between pier and foam in alfresco ( our ground floor hgt is 2700) Both builder and independent inspector says this is expected and this is what the build says "This is the finish, you have a section where foam and brickwork meet, we have the flashing in between to keep the house water tight." See attached image also pier seems not aligned. Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ This is what is shown in engg drawings which does not show such gap. Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Though independent inspector said nothing to worry about it(Verbally). We feel they are covering it up due the fact that they never reported this in thier inspection report and ay be don't want to accept that they missed it. This is bit concerning for us since we never seen such kind of gap at any other house and also it looks odd. So before we agree with builder on anything, we need your suggestion and guidance on this issue. Appreciate for any help Regards Sachin. Re: Need help -issue with alfresco brick pier 2Jun 18, 2023 1:39 pm Hi Sachin, How did you build with Kingsbridge went? Did you build Winchester by any chance? Is the handover now complete? How would describe the overall outcome, this issue aside? We are contemplating whether to build with Kingsbridge or orbit homes. While we like the Kingsbridge layout and plans we aren't too sure on quality of workmanship and and some unusual placement of fixed windows etc etc, and inclusion in based price...Keen to hear how your build fared? ashrey|^| I should have followed up on this thread. So, the pier foundation wasn't large enough on the side it was leaning towards, and the NBN cable went through the pier, just… 8 12262 Just be careful with building stability during construction, that is when the structure may be weakened, refer to your engineering drawings for stability methodology. 1 7400 |