a dead end with suppliers Bondor
Guys, Bondor is a large manufacturer, they make the product and sell it to suppliers that deal directly with mommy and daddy, when they had that story on TV 'today…
Owner builder cost estimate for granny flat construction
Expect 90-100000 for 60m2 cladding GF. to build it yourself
Plus site costs, anyone thinking that they will build it for less are kidding themselves.
I've built many over the…
Colorbond roof - More roof issues...
Hard to see on the photos, but there is a lot of light coming through, if sheets are not back-folded properly you will have wind driven rain leaking straight in,…
DPC and weep hole height
That is the reason why you initially had a step down of 150mm, when you asked for it to be reduced sales person should of informed you that this will…
Sanding render before painting
Broken corners and major chips have to be fixed by a renderer, but sometimes painters do it as well.
However, sanding of the render MUST be done by the painter,…
Wall bracing changes
Reading Building Experts comments i am confident to say that this guy was not a builder ever, he is obtaining too many diplomas but hardly had any experience in building…
BCA occupancy permit with flooring
It really could depend on the Certifier, I've seen the case where the Council Certifier didn't issue final certificate of occupancy because owner installed second hand kitchen and doors were…
Water Proofing - Help!
95% chance that water is leaking around the plumber's tap, unscrew the tap cover and see if the plumber has siliconed around the tap and tiles. No water should be…
Neighbour cut land - no retaining wall yet
Shocking builder, he is not allowed to excavate or install retaining wall closer then 2m to any structure, that sleeper retaining wall will collapse in 2 years max, and that…
Neighbor overlooks my house, no privacy
I would just install privacy screen on top of that colourbond fence and that would solve the problem, it just needs to be 1m above the fence and he wouldn't…
builder owner vs professional builder
B Star i had a good lough at your answers, you will go long way, good luck.
Steve yes you will save money because you just said that you have…
builder owner vs professional builder
I really don't know where people get the ideas from, that they will save lots of money by doing owner builder??
Owner builder will:
-Pay more on all materials
-Pay more to…
Unique Solar Chimney in new SIP construction house
Sip houses are great alternative, we build SIP homes using bondor InsulLiving panels.
Once completed they look amassing and give you fabulous R rating.
Your project looks challenging plus its…
Bricklaying during rain
Bpratt House might have roof on already, but it wont help unless the walls are really high, rain never falls vertically.
Bricklaying in rain should be avoided or fully covered.
Is your build the minimum standard?
Hi Again,
The law you are referring to is hardly enforceable, and impossible to enforce in any court, as judge, expert witness or anyone else in building dispute case will…
Party Wall
Its a bit more clear now, however still it depends of what type of roof your neighbor has, but regardless you need a flashing with weepholes and water should drain…
Is your build the minimum standard?
No Arrogance here my friend.
I'm talking about standards and workmanship plus the extras, it all comes as one package which you wont get.
If its unclear, please read again.
Party Wall
This topic needs more info, is that parti wall covered with roof or not, is it external wall or internal between two units?
Also how can it be single skin…
Bricklaying during rain
No, they should not lay bricks in rain, it does not strengthen the mortar, it weakens it as it washes off cement, creates efflorescence and you will end up with…
Is your build the minimum standard?
building-expert
There is so many things wrong with your post, i have read some nice answers from you, but this one is just wrong, im sorry i had to comment.…
Building in Brooks Reach - Community Thread
Not many of us down this way on the forum, its nice new estate to live in.
Good luck with your builder.
Building Certifier
You need a building consultant, not certifier, building certifier or private certifier approves development applications, and construction certificates, building consultant checks work after trades, and gives you a list with…
Bearers and Joist Vs Slab costs
Bearers & Joists are cheaper, but for project builder is easier to do slab, less trades and much stronger house.
End of the day you will pay for it.
If…
builder making changes/variations during build-advice please
There is hardly ever ducting boxes, or plumbing boxes shown on the plans, it is something subcontractor does after the frame goes in, and then they look at the ways…
Contract signing appointment...what to expect?
Most builders these days send you a draft copy to read, and then book in Contract signing date, HIA offers this to all their members.
I know i do for…
Best way for carpenter to get builder's licence?
HIA or Master builders is quickest way to get it, you will finish it in 3 months, however it will put you back for $7-8,000 but part time tafe is…
framing question and now plaster/skirting question
Noggings being short is not an issue, there is no regulations where it says that they must be perfect fit.
All noggins are usually cut to size to suit, however they…
Building in BAL Flame Zone (FZ)
Most window companies dont make windows to be FZ rated, you would have to use metal shutters over them in order to comply.
Brick veneer Walls comply as FZ, slab is…
NOMINAL CEILING HEIGHT - ours seems to be way under!!!
Minimum ceiling height is 2400mm in a habitable room, its usually 2400mm or 2700mm to reduce timber and plasterboard offcuts.
But check your plans, project builders always allow for 2400mm…