ColourBond or Tile on roof?
Surely your designer has answers to all your questions?
If so, it would be nice to include their answers here so we can all learn something.
(Of course, always good to get…
Removing rust from steel i beams
If not in direct contact with water (like rain) and not in a moist environment (like over water) and provided there is good air circulation and provided it is only…
Frame Cracks & Cuts on Beam
Seems to me you need to promptly get your own building certifier or inspector to check these and other future issues.
Insulation for Internal wall, between floors
Sorry, don't know costs, but there are a couple of very important principles you need to get right (and now) ....
(1) never agree to any "upgrade" unless you first know…
Insulation for Internal wall, between floors
Insulating internal walls is a good idea - I always do it. Helps reduce noise transmission and helps with thermal insulation.
Do you want thermal insulation or acoustic insulation? It makes…
Stratco Outback Sunroof Review
I've had direct and extremely unpleasant dealings with Stratco patios. It is the worst company I have ever dealt with. Utterly incompetent, expensive, poor quality product and no idea on…
I made a big mistake regarding my DA/CC
The only sensible thing to do is to meet with whoever gave your approvals and figure out how best to rectify the situation.
Do not wait. Face the problem and fix…
Resilient mounts with standard 13mm plasterboard
Yes there is a better way to seal air gaps. There is an acoustic sealant made specifically for that purpose - can't remember the name. Also look into better options…
Resilient mounts with standard 13mm plasterboard
Answer to first question: No it won't be okay.
Answer to second question: because mass is critical to suppress sound.
Sound suppression is very tricky so you need to do lots of…
Flush Internal Doors
Okay, then the choice is really about the build quality of the door itself which means the brand name. Sorry I can't recommend one or the other so best to…
Flush Internal Doors
Depends on what you want to achieve - presumably you want the extra "sound proofing" of the heavier door.
If that is the case you'll be dissappointed since the sound rating…
Precast Insulated Walls vs ICF
Good questions but the best answer will be obtained by visiting (ie: interviewing) a couple of house designers and/or builders and ask them.
You may find it challenging to locate a…
Mark up on material by trades as an owner builder
It depends.....
They should be charging you some $ for their time and resources in sourcing the product. After all, it does cost something to get the products. That price…
Cut metal with a mitre saw?
No, a blade for aluminium won't survive the first cut. You need a blade for cutting mild steel.
Cut metal with a mitre saw?
I'm guessing you mean your mitre saw is 5000 rpm and not 500 rpm.
"They" are correct re RPM. Ensure your new metal cutting blade max RPM (see the label) is…
Internal brick wall vs plasterboard - cost and acoustic?
You cannot simply compare plasterboard with brick. Each can meet your acoustic requirements but the important thing to remember is the thickness and material content of each wall. There are…
New Home Build - Boundary Retaining Wall replacement advice
The retaining wall looks fine to me apart from (maybe?) the lower end which seems to be only 3 or so courses high and leaning a little. Just get that…
Concrete vs Hebel
Since you are in the design stage then I would direct your questions, in writing of course, to your designer.
Depending on the trust you have in the competence of your…
Suggest a modular home builder south of Port Macquarie
Well these guys are not looking good...
I sent them a written enquiry last week and they have not yet replied. If they cannot respond to a simple enquiry they certainly…
Kitchen Renovation: DIY vs Resurfacing vs New Kaboodle
Assuming the structure of your cabinetry is good then I would DIY everything as follows:
- replace your counter tops entirely,
- replace all drawer runners with soft close runners,
- for cupboard…
Suggest a modular home builder south of Port Macquarie
Thanks alexp79. Is that, however, a recommendation based on personal experience or based on someone you personally know who has used them?
Suggest a modular home builder south of Port Macquarie
Looking for recommendations on a modular home builder who is based between Port Macquarie and Newcastle NSW.
Suggestions welcomed to give me a head start on the due diligence task.
Security Account for Post Contract Variations??
It seems very clear to me that your contract states that a security account does NOT need to be established so the answer to the builder is NO.
If in doubt…
Soundproofing regulations in Australia
If you don't want to annoy the neighbours then simply get yourself some good head phones. For me the sound is much better using headphones.
The NCC (National Construction Code) has…
Colorbond roof screws replacement
l think l read the screws on a colorbond roof need to be tightened or replaced every ten to fifteen years is that true?
No, this is NOT true. It is…
How to remove or repair Klip-Lok roof sheets?
Thanks Simeon, I'll PM you my email address although to benefit others on the forum can you post the video or a link to it on here?
How to remove or repair Klip-Lok roof sheets?
The system seems good because there are no roof screws through the sheet but I can see a potential problem when one needs to repair or modify a roof sheet.
How…
Cost to build a double brick shed
I'm wondering about the costs to build a double brick walled shed rather than the common steel sheet.
A couple of quotes to supply and build a steel shed 10mx6mx3mhigh were…