Browse Forums Owner Builder Forum Re: Reasonable Insulation Requirements KDRB 5Jan 17, 2019 5:30 pm Even if you only need R4. It makes sense to go R6 as the cost isn't much more. Note R2.7 is much more expensive than R2.5 in the walls. You don't have to go thermally broken windows to get U Values of 2.90. As mentioned, ECOECO offers good value windows. Their Awning windows with Low-E glass has a U value of 2.8. Also add decent wall wrap and sarking, that may reduce your insulation and window requirement however as an owner builder why not use the money you save upfront to upgrade your insulation/windows. You'll save money in the long run and also be more comfortable. Seems good to me. I've been told $4-5k/sqm is reasonable in Perth. 2 7826 This was on google. Development controls 2.3.1 Front setback D1 New buildings within residential areas shall adhere to a front building line, which is 5.5-6m to the… 1 2716 I'm wondering if anyone knows what the requirements are of a builder to be eligible to hold Domestic Building Insurance for proposed works. https://www.dbi.vmia.vic.gov.au… 0 2586 |