Browse Forums Owner Builder Forum Re: Owner Builder : Need some help 6Jul 17, 2023 10:39 pm Foremost Building Expert in Australia,assisting with building problems/disputes, building stage inspections,pre-contract review advice for peace of mind 200 blogs http://www.buildingexpert.net.au/blog Re: Owner Builder : Need some help 10Aug 02, 2023 10:32 am you already got the opinion of those on this path. They are telling you you dont have the requisite knowledge or time to make this work. Its quite obvious to me that as you start forging ahead, the number of roadblocks you encounter will be enough to scare you straight. And if not, I hope you have deep pockets. Re: Owner Builder : Need some help 11Mar 13, 2024 1:39 pm Hi VK, I am now retired however I have stood beside over 300 owner builders in the past 18 years that have successfully built their own homes. First of all a building surveyor is engaged to ensure the construction complies with regulations and engineering. Not to guide you through the building process. If you ask them for guidance they will know you don’t know what you’re doing which will cause all sorts of complications. In general construction there are many things ask’s that require competent skills so these should be contracted out. My specialty was straw bale construction which is very owner builder friendly. I trust this helps Re: Owner Builder : Need some help 12Apr 25, 2024 5:59 pm Hi VK, Think it's worth investing time in an Owner Builder course to equip you with basic knowledge on Australian Building Industry and its regulations. Also, I suggest you read the publication "Your Home" - Australia's guide to environmentally sustainable homes, refer links below - https://www.ownerbuildercentre.com.au/q ... er-course/ www.yourhome.gov.au Hi all, Need some ideas for my front yard. There are a few elements where the landscaping needs to take into account: There is a slight slope forward with steps going to… 0 3321 Hi guys, I'm planning on reorganizing my bedroom completely so any kind of advice will be helpful since i have zero knowledge about interior design, matching colors,… 0 4817 |