Browse Forums Renovation + Home Improvement Re: What should I know before extending? 2May 30, 2011 5:38 am The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. Re: What should I know before extending? 6May 31, 2011 1:48 pm The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. Re: What should I know before extending? 7May 31, 2011 1:52 pm bashworth JustAChick I understand that they are not going to invest hours into the details of a job when they're not even sure they've got the job, likewise, I'm reluctant to sign a job when I am not 100% of all the inclusions. A bit of a catch 22, really. I wasn't suggesting you need to sign a contract. Just contacting them shows that you are keen to take it further should mean they will be prepared to talk in more detail about the job. We have been talking with our builder for around 6 months and we still haven't signed a contract nor given them any money. If your patio is going to be 35 sqm then that's going to need Council Approval. The fact that they previously approved your 25sqm patio will be irelevant 1 5511 Ask for some kickplate to be added and also for tradies to be requested to use lanyards on tools on that side of the building. Be respectful and have the discussion… 1 1699 There is insufficient information to give a meaningful answer. You should talk to council planning. Apart from building construction issues, if you are adding floor area… 1 7991 |