Howser posted:FFL, FGL and Freeboard
Hi All,
Im going over our plans before locking everything in, and Ive noticed our designed has specified a 100mm step up from finished ground level, while the engineer has specified…
Howser posted:Building Surveyor for OB Melbourne
Hi All,
Can anyone recommend me a building surveyor in South East suburbs of Melbourne?
Howser posted:Detailed sequence of trades and tasks for new owner builder
Thanks SBG,
A few questions about BIM:
- If your designer doesnt support it, can you import a DWG and make it BIM ready?
- For an OB, apart from costings, what…
Howser posted:Detailed sequence of trades and tasks for new owner builder
Im also have such a list if it exists, although I feel like Im going to have to do my own (best way to make it stick!). The Allan Staines…
Howser posted:Reasonable Insulation Requirements KDRB
From what I can see 2.9 means having low-e on one side at the very least, with tints and wooden frames - that starts to get expensive.
Im going to speak…
Howser posted:Reasonable Insulation Requirements KDRB
Hi All,
We are looking at doing a KDRB, approx 45sq house double storey in Melbourne.
We have had an energy report back and the values seem crazy - R6 in ceiling,…
Howser posted:What makes for "expensive" engineering for new home?
We are still at drawing stage - no charges yet, quotes for engineer ~3k (a few quotes). Fixed cost, plus extra for extra work if variations.
SOG downstairs, timber / lightweight…
Howser posted:What makes for "expensive" engineering for new home?
StructuralBIMGuy Sorry one question:
This is custom build, not a volume build - does this make a difference with engineering?
Howser posted:What makes for "expensive" engineering for new home?
Thanks for the reply - Ill definitely be pouring over the contract and drawings!
Howser posted:What makes for "expensive" engineering for new home?
A two storey house. South side is offset to allow for north facing neighbour windows. 900mm overhang at the front.
I suppose Im asking if the choice of engineer in a…
Howser posted:What makes for "expensive" engineering for new home?
Name checks out - I wonder if I can mention him somehow.
Howser posted:What makes for "expensive" engineering for new home?
Hi All,
Getting a few quotes for structural engineers,and Im wondering what to look out for? Ive heard that some engineering solutions can be much more expensive than others, but not…
Howser posted:Cert IV in Building - Worthwhile of OB?
Wow thats an amazing resource - thanks!
Howser posted:Cert IV in Building - Worthwhile of OB?
Hi Alll,
Im tossing up whether to OB a new two storey house and am wondering if a Cert IV in building would be handy? I have had exposure to the…
Howser posted:Best Sound and Heat Value Material for Wall
Interesting - so perhaps single sound check, green glue, normal plaster.
Thanks again!
Howser posted:Best Sound and Heat Value Material for Wall
Hebel will require rendering, but is probably the best option in your case.
Blow in some glass-wool insulation such as Jetstream MAX between your wall wrap and the plaster and you…
Howser posted:Best Sound and Heat Value Material for Wall
Hi All,
We live on a semi main two lane road (peak times busy) and are looking to build a two story house.
The upper story has the kids bedrooms at the…
