They have not started the brickwork yet. Frame was completed before Christmas

OK. Thanks. Hopefully they will start the brickwork soon with my build.

Anyone currently under-construction and in brick stage? They delivered all the bricks in 2 batches but haven’t started yet since they went on Christmas break. Have noticed the neighbours house…

If you sent them the site clearance photos and they already accepted it then wont be any problems. They might have sent you site commencement letter ??

I wished the same. It took us almost 6 months from contract signing to onsite start and apparently that was fast from what I was told by some.

No, the entire block. They did not accept even patchy grass to ankle level to give you an idea, I had to hire a guy to run a whipper-snipper through…

No. Their building period time ticks on the day they start work onsite.
A quick tip - make sure your land is clear of any grass, debris, soil dump, etc before…

I had the exact same issue with them. For every single mistake they made that I pointed out cost me 20 working days - there were multiple btw. It…

A tip:
We found there were certain things that we did not have to do with WH but were never told. For example, Aluminium privacy screen in balcony. They charged…

Lots of things wont make sense with admin and you cannot argue with them because they know you dont have another option - you either go with what is quoted…

I was told that they have a wholesale deal for standard inclusion items with the supplier for which would have a pretty good margin percentage. Anything non-standard, they would add…

Sorry, not clear what you mean.

Overhanging frame bottom plate
Seeking experts advice on this fix my builder has applied for the overhanging frame:
Would this be sufficient structurally?
Thanks in advance.

Overhanging frame bottom plate
Seeking experts advice on this fix my builder has applied for the overhanging frame:
Would this be sufficient structurally?
Thanks in advance.

Overhanging frame bottom plate
Seeking experts advice on this fix my builder has applied for the overhanging frame:

Would this be sufficient structurally?
Thanks in advance.

Thanks, I dont see such clause in my contract.

Thanks, I dont see such clause in my contract.

The build has issued an invoice for the framing stage. However, we have identified a couple of issues:
The frame are overhangin in certain parts. This is a defect.
They put a…

This is our Windows and Door Schedule from the plan if it helps you. They dont specify whether its synergy, quantum or something else but yes they are Trend brand…

Hi,
I am in a similar situation. Just checking what is the best solution to this issue?
Thanks in advance.

Just wanted to update you all - timber frames arrived last week (2 months after slab). SS had advised upper floor frame are coming this week.

Hi Forum,
I am currently building a house and thinking to DIY the retaining wall after the handover. The wall is just over 1m at the highest point and is…

Hi there,
I am looking at hiring a private inspector for my house construction.
Any tips, insight on how to deal with the builder with the issues identified, or should I not…

Ok. All the best with the rest of your construction.

Hey all, I got my frame delivered 24 days after the slab was poured so before the 4-6 week time frame they advised. Hopefully the rest of you have as…

I am also looking around for different brands and came across Castleton. Appreciate any feedback on this brand..

WOW!! that sucks.. I hope it wont take that long..

I am currently looking at Harvey Norman Hybrid flooring options for my new home.
Wondering if anyone has done flooring (hybrid spc) from them and share your experience?
I am…