Ugly frangipani
Hi all,
I have a young frangipani that was left to grow too wild last year, and now has three ugly arms growing out of control with new growth just sprouting…
Another weep hole question, required with double brick in WA
unfortunately I was overseas during construction so no internal photos and nothing regarding dampco in documentation that I can remember, however I did recently open up a hole for other…
Another weep hole question, required with double brick in WA
also, is it possible to install a mini soakwell/ag pipe of sorts to the drain pipes if they are under the soil and pavers, so as to provide room for…
Another weep hole question, required with double brick in WA
Hi,
thanks for the reply, I'm aware of the role that weep holes play and what will happen if there is no avenue for this moisture to release.
The question was more…
Another weep hole question, required with double brick in WA
hi all,
just starting to organise my paving outside new house in Perth, and come across an issue with weep holes and paving heights. house is double brick on slab, and…
Incorrect elevation render used!
My builder has applied the incorrect colour render to my house. They have said they will paint over it with new texture and that it will be fine, but I…
Builder trying to change carpenter note after submission
Great, thanks again. Going to call up a few more places first thing in the morning, then fire off an email to the builder saying I refuse to sign something…
Builder trying to change carpenter note after submission
Cheers, I am just concerned about the HIA Lump Sum contract that states:
1. (b) (ii) Where there is a difference or inconsistency between the Contract Documents, they will be construed…
Builder trying to change carpenter note after submission
Yeh cheers. I have spoken to the Building Commission and they suggested that the builder doesn't have a leg to stand on.
They are working drawings, and I have no intent…
Builder trying to change carpenter note after submission
Yup that is my stance. Problem is it is listed on the plans only, but not in the spec addendas. Which takes precedence?
Builder trying to change carpenter note after submission
Hi all,
What would you do in this situation?
We have signed off on all plans, spec addendas and costs, and the builder has submitted to council and received approval.
They have now…
Rev-A-Shelf in Australia?
Hi people
Anyone know where I can get DIY products similar to Rev-A-Shelf in Australia?
http://www.rev-a-shelf.com/default.aspx
I'm looking at installing a kitchen pullout, but the builder wants more than…
Dispute between initial quotation and prestart addenda
Hi all,
Just having a minor taff with the builder while we are on our way to finalising prestart addendas. Would like to get other people's opinions before pressing this further.
Some…
Dispute over water consumption during demolition
Being vacant, the property was no longer on my property manager's payroll - she did us a nice favor and drove past to check the meter for me. It took…
Dispute over water consumption during demolition
Hey people.
I have recently had a house demolished and block cleared to make way for new development. I have since received a bill from the water company stating that water…
Double doors into home theatre? Or single?
Yes, it's a front/rear duplex block - the first plan was the rear. The last plan is the front. Slight slope, so we have incorporated steps in the front plan…
Double doors into home theatre? Or single?
Yes, this is the front design (duplex build). There are two designs.
Double doors into home theatre? Or single?
Great, sounds like a winner with the door and niche.
While everyone is looking in this thread, I might take the opportunity to pick all your collective brains with the front…
Double doors into home theatre? Or single?
Wow, thanks for the quick replies.
How about something like this. One single door to the right side of the wall dividing the living/theatre.
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/72/ht1d.jpg/
Thanks in advance.
Double doors into home theatre? Or single?
Thanks people - yes, it is a custom design that has gone through many many revisions, building in Perth. It was a concern only having one wall for the TV…
Double doors into home theatre? Or single?
Hi all,
Almost finalised plans - just wondering what people think about double doors into the theatre, as opposed to a single door off the side. See attached plans.
Double doors give…
Cost of powerpoints etc by builder PERTH
Thanks for the quick reply.
I've also seen some builders quoting much lower (eg $53 for double GPO, weatherproof $124, phone $93), is the quality any different?
Cost of powerpoints etc by builder PERTH
Hi all
Just been quoted these prices by a builder. Are they normal prices? Seem a bit high to me.
Double GPO $88
Weatherproof GPO $165
Phone point $185
TV point $138
Lighting point $60
Thanks,
Provisional site costs: temporary fencing $3500??? WA PERTH
Just got provisional siteworks from a builder. Being charged $3500 for "remove/reinstate fencing" on a 900m2 battelaxe duplex build (40m x 23m). There is existing fence is fibro fencing (fair/good…
Tonic Homes Perth
Hi guys
anyone built with Tonic Home in Perth? they been around since 2009 and I am looking for builder to build double story home soon. I trying searching here but…
Selecting carpet sight unseen
Any other opinions available? What are some rough figures and types of carpets that you have all installed in your own homes?
Selecting carpet sight unseen
Thanks for the replies. Interesting.
Just to reply Michelle's Q's:
No kids yet, but planning to while we are living there.
Living in first, probably rented later.
Carpeting all bedrooms and theatre. We were…
Selecting carpet sight unseen
Hi people
I'm about to start organising quotes for carpets locked in to 2012 present for financing. I am overseas at the moment which makes selecting them hard. There are carpet…
Instantaneous HWS or Solar Power + Gas Booster
Thanks all. We will be living in it so I didn't think we could claim depreciation. That's only for investment properties - correct me if I'm wrong? Something to think…