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12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
[SA] Building in Field River Estate, Trott Park

Our cars have been ok.
Just solar lights. So not so bad in the scheme of things.
I think they are finding to lower side of Bayley a target because it…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
[SA] Building in Field River Estate, Trott Park

Not sure if anyone from the Estate still comes on here. Just thought I'd give the heads up that someone is going through peoples front yards and stealing solar lights…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Sammymac's build! - We have keys!!! :-)

Go with your original plan, but i'd just keep it flat .... but thats just my opinion. Its your home it should be exactly as you want it

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Sammymac's build! - We have keys!!! :-)

With your kitchen options I would go for neither, and i'd go for option c. I'd move the sink to the middle, dwp over with it, large pot drawers on…

Sammymac's build! - We have keys!!! :-)
12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Fence retaining wall batter issue - help!

If you are having your fences professionally installed. They will only install on the boundry. As legally if they do not, and you tell them the fence is not on…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Direct Interiors SA

I built with Fairmont also
Your bench tops you discuss with Supreme Kitchens, after your appointment with Direct Interiors
I got a refund on the Fairmont appliances and bought my own 900mm…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Perspective builder using ideas from a custom plan?

So the 1st drawing is your drawing
2nd is your drawing they turned into a plan
3rd drawing is the plan meant for your neighbour?
Just want the clarify because I see almso…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Manholes for drainage easement.

Was thinking if the area is flat enough, you could always lay pavers around the man hole and sit a shed (say 2m by 3m) on top of it and…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Installing stormwater (not included in package)

You'll find out all info when you get your engineer report & council application. Your council application will tell you the exact path your stormwater should go. So all you…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Manholes for drainage easement.

Hi Sammymac
Was checking out nearmap and it appears the manhole is in the back corner of your block.

Don't stress though. I have one on mine, and I build a…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Using Sleepers as garden Edger?

Thanks, jus remembered my brothers friend owns a concreting company that does driveways and retaining walls. So might give him a buzz. Or better, get my brother to give him…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Using Sleepers as garden Edger?

Hi,
My wife and I build a new house last year. We are finally getting around to landscaping the back yard. We really really really want poured concrete garden edge, but…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Alfresco - when building with Dechellis in SA

It is dependant on what the roof is doing and how many extra supports you need. IE, if you have a c shaped house with courtyard, would be cheaper to…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Fairmont Homes (SA) - Fault Claim Period

Thanks Jessie87... its only a few minor things such as our outdoor gas point for bbq was meant to be flush with the wall and they installed a tap style…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Fairmont Homes (SA) - Fault Claim Period

Hi All
Just checking if anyone knows the length of period you have to make fault claims with Fairmont Homes in SA. From what I remember I believe its 6 months…

12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Changing plan that have been submitted??

Hi Rae,
There are a few factors with this issue
Factor 1 - Plans would already be approved by council, therefore chances of the developer agreeing would be close to zero, as…

Changing plan that have been submitted??
12 years12 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Jessica SA! After 2 long years....... We have fences :)

I think the biggest person to blame in all of this is the developer. If they split the land with the entire moss rock on your property, both blocks would…

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Nottage Rise Reynella SouthAustralia

Unfortunetly your sums seem accurate.
Seems quite excessive. I'd be seeking a professional independant opinion immediately. Good luck.

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Monaco after handover ~ Fairmont Homes ~ Front yard

I've just realised I'm going to be in the same boat. My fridge is 690mm depth exlcuding handle. 730mm including handle. And the depth of my cupboards are 600mm according…

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Nottage Rise Reynella SouthAustralia

Hi Guys,
What ever you do. Do not remove the trees your self.
All trees are registered with council. If you go forth and remove the trees your self, you can…

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Can I park there????

Shared use driveways or strata driveways are for use of tenants/occupants only.
Just depends whether you want to claim that she lives there? :-P
Usually in those circumstances…

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Building switchthree90-Carpet and splashback and blinds

Your feature bathroom tile is stunningggggg :-D

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
1st Build - Field River Estate - Nearly Done - Facade Pic P5

Hi Theresa,
we're nearly done.... walk thru is this Friday and Hand Over is the following Friday. So 11th of November. Everything is going well, except for we bumped into our…

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
1st Build - Field River Estate - Nearly Done - Facade Pic P5

Yeah getting super excited. Today is my last day of my job, then 5 weeks off before I start my new job. So really hoping we get a call in…

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
Monaco after handover ~ Fairmont Homes ~ Front yard

Is that an exposed timber beam in the portico? If it is, its look amazing lol. Looks so welcoming :-D

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
1st Build - Field River Estate - Nearly Done - Facade Pic P5

Nearly there!!!! Waiting for SS to call me with PCI date. Come onnnnnnnnn ::lol::

1st Build - Field River Estate - Nearly Done - Facade Pic P5
13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
[SA] Building in Field River Estate, Trott Park

Cement footpaths as well? Or is out the back getting paved?

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
1st Build - Field River Estate - Nearly Done - Facade Pic P5

Render? renders done and dusted :-P .... and painted.
Only waiting on Rockface Sandstone now.
Painters all finished.
So we're just waiting on sandstone, bathroom fixtures/shower screens,…

13 years13 years1stBuildFR1stBuildFR posted:
1st Build - Field River Estate - Nearly Done - Facade Pic P5

Hi, just the quoins.
The current gaps are were the sandstone is going. I heard from my neighbour that someone was there Sunday. Sounds promising. Fingers crossed it happens. I'm itching…

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