edtheved posted:Recommendations for books on building process
hi all,
Could someone please recommend a good book on the building process. Preferably Australian/NSW legislations etc.
Tried a search on here but couldnt find anything.
edtheved posted:Electrical upgrades??
I heard that the down-lights are the most expensive part of the electrical work and not so much the amount of powerpoints you have around the place. Based on anyones…
edtheved posted:what is the cost of a colourbond roof instead of tiles?
Try Bradford Anticon insulation. Great for sound reduction.
edtheved posted:Apart From eBay ......
I'm looking at selling mine as we are demolitioning our house in about 1-2 months.
It's a timber kitchen and comes with a fantastic Smeg oven and cooktop.
edtheved posted:Builder to lock-up only
Would you need to apply as an owner builder from the beginning with the Private Certifer and then have a separate contract with the builder for lock-up or change things…
edtheved posted:Builder to lock-up only
Firefox, two options.
1. Go to a broker and get them to organise a line of credit account. As long as you have equity and serviceability, you only have to say…
edtheved posted:Builder to lock-up only
Hi all,
I am interested to hear anyone's experiences in going with a fixed-contract builder to lock-up only and then owner-building the rest. We had a designer/architect draw our house and…
edtheved posted:Experience with pool companies - Sydney area
Can anyone recommend a decent pool company preferably around the southern Sydney area (we are in Wollongong). Looking at heading up to Narellan/Camden area next week as I understand there…
edtheved posted:My Site Plan
I believe its measured in metres above sea level so your back is 100.8 mtrs above sea level and your front is 99.81. About a metre drop.
edtheved posted:First Home builder in NSW
Hi everyone,
Just thought I'd introduce myself. I found this site the other week and it has been so informative..I wish I have found it earlier.
We just received council approval…
edtheved posted:Designer or Architect
At the end of the day I think it all depends on the level of creativity in the individual (architect or designer) and how much involvement you want in the…
edtheved posted:Ceiling cornices or not?
The ShadowSet looks great judging by some of those photos. I'm now inclined to use them in my new house. I have a few raked ceiling thoughout my house especially…
edtheved posted:Bamboo Flooring
Thanks.
Must apologise guys as I seemed to have jumped the gun here with my post..being a newbie and all. I subsequently found the search button and located a stack…
edtheved posted:Bamboo Flooring
Hi all,
Just wondering if people could share their experiences with bamboo flooring. I have heard they could swell in high moisture areas - but how would you know before building.…
