Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Mar 28, 2019 2:03 pm Hi All, My builder is using advance bricks mocha https://advancebricks.com.au Can i have some feedback about it, is this better than PGH or same quality? Also he is using bradnams window https://www.bradnams.com.au/ again is this same quality as A& L or worse? Roof tiles he is using monier roof tiles please let me know. thanks Re: Bricks and windows review 2Apr 01, 2019 2:58 pm If the bricks meet the AS3700 for dimensional size, compressive strength and match the display walls in colour and texture. Each manufacturer should provide bricks that meet these requirements, if not they should be downgraded to seconds. These vary batch to batch. Tell the builder you're paying for 1st quality bricks with a colour and texture based on the manufacturers display walls and that's what he needs to supply and lay. If he doesn't do that, there'll be problems. You pick the brick based on the aesthetic look that you like. Being a builder is more than just having once held a hammer. It's about the trades you hire and ensuring that they give a result that meets the industry standard and the home owners expectations. i thought the flipped plan initially but bec i want narrow pathway from entry to dining (dont like bend), also cannot fit the… 7 17286 It is true that a builder can ignore your independent inspection report as it is not part of the contractual arrangement but that is stupid because he cannot avoid fixing… 9 46871 The worst thing you can do is sign a building contract without a pre contract review. Over the years many people have come to me with disputes where they just signed… 0 8351 |