Custom suburban bush build
Stumps are a great solution, particularly in this day and age where the area "down below" can be easily incorporated into useful space.
Custom suburban bush build
That's still a reasonably sloping block so great you are looking at a custom build. Are you thinking a split slab or stumps? Split slab can have advantages…
Custom suburban bush build
This is great to see! In my opinion this is the kind of block and attitude towards building that creates real homes. Make sure you find a good…
Best way to get quotes: Site clear, prep, cut and fill...
Waffle is a valid way to build on soil that may incur too many difficulties with excavation. This method got a bad name early on, as a few of…
Hidden costs - how did you get stung?
Check out this e-zine article on Hidden Elephants! http://ezinearticles.com/?Are-Volume-Bu ... id=7813803
Site costs are the big one, especially on any challenging block, or land with slope.…
recommendation of custom builder in Eastern area of Mel
A company that is very specific to specific and unusual blocks and has a good reputation for listening, communication and quality: Sloping Block Solutions
Our custom home -downslope- New blinds installed
I like the way your design is working with the land, looks like a good solution for a sloping block. That underneath-area man cave sounds like a perfect way…
To or Not to double glaze? and how?
Just glanced at this thread... the cost of changing over to double glazed will be made up for by the savings in energy costs over just a few years... not…
Custom Builder Recommendations - MELBOURNE
This is an interesting thread. Have you chosen a builder yet? Recent years have pushed me into a fair bit of familiarity with custom builders (husband, friends, personal endeavours,…
Which builders have inexpensive double storey designs
I suggest you check out some Melbourne custom builders that build on your terrain, (hilly? flat?) look at their websites, find someone whose testimonials look like their communication and costings…
Building our first home in Vic!
Good luck with your build! Just came across this tip from a Melbourne custom builder: "Make the Construction Supervisor your greatest friend in the world, at least for the…
Company called Sloping Block Solutions
Suggest you give them a ring and ask to speak to clients. At the end of the day, this is a pretty good gauge of a company, as most…
Is Building Just Too Risky?
Found this link that seems to explain "cracking" thoroughly. http://www.abis.com.au/cracking-movement
"Cracks occur when forces either externally, internally within a building, or as a result of chemical…
Where do I start - Knock down and rebuild
Be aware as you start to gather quotes, and educate yourself about the upcoming (exciting) journey, that Volume builders may appear cheaper with the initial quote but they often turn…
Builders and their freebies - which is best?
There are a lot of good questions to ask your builder, which will educate you and also let them know that you are an informed client, and they will be…
COST OF BUILDING ON SLOPING LAND
Hi Shaman, suggest if you are still looking at sloping land, that you do some research on custom builders who work on that kind of terrain in your area and…
Windows design suggestion
Double glazed aluminium awning windows are your most cost and energy-efficient option. Timber windows require a lot more maintenance, and the top-hinged awning window has a full seal when…
Builders and their freebies - which is best?
I have just been talking with a mate about... well not exactly freebies (which as everyone says is a bit of a misleading term)... but what matters for inclusions when…
Buy Land then look for builder or House&Land package?
There are actually many advantages to finding a builder before you buy land, aside from cost. I'm not talking so much about a house and land package, as actually…
Is Building Just Too Risky?
There are so many reasons why building a new home can be your best choice. It's your dream, you make it the way you want it, and new homes…
Sloping block site costs
There are so many factors that can come into a house design, that can effect the budget. Some of these you can strip away in the short term, if…
What do we need to get a started
It's not so much about what you need beyond a section 32, as getting to know the document itself, any information that is included in it that can give you…
Easements?
I have seen an article on Google called "Easements and Angle of Repose: What Are They and Why Do You Need to Know" It was quite informative about how…
Sloping block site costs
My understanding is that the initial quotes rarely include rock, as this is something that can't be seen for sure without x-ray vision. If you're on a sloping block,…
How much should a draftsman cost in northern melbourne? 20k?
Wonder how you're going with the draftsman. Sometimes it's better to start working with a builder first (one who is willing to work with you and has good integrity).…
Sloping block site costs
If you are looking at a sloping block and you need to know what the potential costs are, find a builder who has experience in that area, and with that…
Question on building contract process
Came across this thread, and don't know where you're at with your choices. However, the single most important choice you can make, especially with sloping land, is which builder…
Slope Stability Testing - sloping blocks?
If you find a good custom builder with experience on sloping blocks, who will go and visit the site with you, they will recommend a soil test. Until a…
Sloping Block Questions
Agree with plucka on "find a builder to suit the block, not a block to suit the builder." Blocks with a view used to be the most expensive until…
Slope Stability Testing - sloping blocks?
Recommend you contact builders who have experience on sloping blocks or similar terrain or in your area and discuss your property with them. They may even meet you on the…
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