Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Stellabella's second build -builder liquidated, through 201Apr 01, 2019 4:15 pm 1st build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=59376 *New*-2nd build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=70324&p=1154282#p1154282 Re: Stellabella's second build -builder liquidated, through 203Apr 09, 2019 5:56 pm 1st build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=59376 *New*-2nd build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=70324&p=1154282#p1154282 Re: Stellabella's second build -builder liquidated, through 205Apr 14, 2019 7:41 pm 1st build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=59376 *New*-2nd build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=70324&p=1154282#p1154282 Re: Stellabella's second build -builder liquidated, through 207Apr 15, 2019 9:41 pm 1st build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=59376 *New*-2nd build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=70324&p=1154282#p1154282 Re: Stellabella's second build -builder liquidated, through 208Apr 17, 2019 7:50 pm 1st build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=59376 *New*-2nd build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=70324&p=1154282#p1154282 Re: Stellabella's second build -builder liquidated, through 209Apr 18, 2019 2:51 pm 1st build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=59376 *New*-2nd build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=70324&p=1154282#p1154282 Re: Stellabella's second build -builder liquidated, through 212Apr 24, 2019 10:05 pm 1st build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=59376 *New*-2nd build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=70324&p=1154282#p1154282 Re: Stellabella's second build -builder liquidated, through 214Apr 29, 2019 4:51 pm alymei So pleased you got some progress finally! Me too! Although new builder is not great at updates, so if we hadn't gone out, we'd have no idea...last builder (sigh) did weekly updates with photos. Another difference that is really noticeable, especially when we don't get to site too often. We also heard back from QBCC regarding the fungi issue - they have advised the consulting company to do an inspection of the frame and prepare a scope of works if necessary for rectification. I'm happy there will at least be someone qualified checking it. Have not had one word from the builder about it, no response from the four(!) people there I cc'd into the email. The s/s did message me today asking me if we'd like the soffits raked - the plans weren't clear so he wanted to check. I let him know that was fine with us if it worked for them - I thought it would be easier not to have them raked (I'm thinking now they have more cladding to do?) but if that's what they want, then sure! Also realised our front door (pictured in previous post, black with louvres next to it) is wrong and it's my fault so not sure what can be done. Initially through previous builder it was to have horizontal black strips across it, to create the look we wanted (and also avoid the motif), but when the new builder sent it through to me to check, I was just checking the sizing and the louvre and didn't pick up that the lines were no longer shown we are organising a few things directly with that company ourselves (screens to hinged doors, etc), so I'm sure they'll add the strips on for us, but the motif is not just a sticker, so I guess it's there to stay. Totally my fault though. 1st build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=59376 *New*-2nd build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=70324&p=1154282#p1154282 Re: Stellabella's second build - nearly enclosed! 216May 17, 2019 8:02 pm Hi Stellabella. I'm just refreshing my old thread and noticed you were building again. We're getting ready for our 2nd build too. You're handling the builder situation very well. Very good to see that frame protected now - fantastic roof line on your place too. Please keep us updated, I'll be following with interest. My Build Thread: Coral Homes Noosa 279 Re: Stellabella's second build - nearly enclosed! 218May 29, 2019 10:12 am Hi all, Sorry for no action lately, but...there's been no action! Nothing has happened since my last update and we aren't sure when work will start again. Basically the rep from the consulting company said a microbacterial treatment would be organised for the mould/fungi, but while he was inspecting he noticed that some of the gangnail plates for the trusses were becoming detached. He and the builder were going to organise for the truss company to inspect, have the plates replaced and recertified...but then I didn't hear anything. Next thing, the builder is telling me that QBCC and the consulting company have organised an engineer (not sure what type of engineer/where from) to inspect the frame and trusses, as it looks like it may need to be partially replaced. The engineer was to inspect last Thursday 23 May, and the company doing the microbacterial treatment yesterday. So last thing from the builder was "As soon as these reports are received we will then be able to determine what action/s needs to be taken, and what extension of time will be required to cover the lost time. We’ll be in touch as soon as we have an update for you.". I think I'll give them til tomorrow and then contact them, as unfortunately I don't have much hope that they'll actually contact me if I don't contact them first. We've pretty much lost hope that we'll be in by the time the baby is born now, doesn't feel like we'll be in at all really! It's not just the lack of work, it's the lack of communication and we really just don't feel like we are any kind of priority because of the situation. 1st build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=59376 *New*-2nd build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=70324&p=1154282#p1154282 We were lucky in that our old house was so small (86 square metres) compared to the new house, they were able to take enough readings around the old backyard house before… 8 37150 Hi, We have a single story MacDonald Jones house, on a waffle pod slab with steel frame. Are we able to build a second story extension? Other info is we are 900mm from… 0 8483 We are building a second dwelling and are currently selecting window and door frames. We want to blend into the forest and also bring out the stone work and the fake wood… 0 15938 |