Finally, some have responded to my emails at last.
Some do know how to use email + computers, but I don't think all of them know
T&V, thanks for your…

I will keep trying though, I don't want to give up just yet.
I am thinking, maybe they are waiting out for the owner builder to fail with getting the quotes…

Hi, I have been having difficulty getting my quotes finished off. There are only 4 left. So far, I am happy with the quotes I have and I…

I received this quote from the plumber.
DRAINAGE & STACK WORK.
Installation of all drainage required for main bathroom, laundry and kitchen sink on ground floor.
Installation of all…

I thought this guide would be a good addition to the existing guides an owner builder may have.
Its free:
http://www.builders-directory.com.au/bu ... cess.shtml
I found the above info…

I have read up on this subject, I know a little, but I am not sure about a few things.
The sockets for the Wall Mounted Plate:
RJ45 - ADSL
RJ11 - Telephone
RJ12…

Yes, I get what you mean. Some rooms would have to have more power points than others. A good example is the TV room (dvd player, tv, speakers,…

O.K. thanks. I thought it was the electricians job to choose the correct spots for placement + how many. I sort of knew that I would have…

I asked an electrician for a quote. There was no power points or light fittings or light switch points on the architect home plan.
Neither was there any specific details…

Yes, thanks for you response, I too thought it was a good idea, but wasn't sure.
I think it is a good idea because:
Workflow would run more smoothly from…

I was driving past a home at Matraville and the owner builder had this sign on their fence.
www .doctor plumbing. com. au
Plumber, Drainer, Gasfitter, Roofer
He also provides Roofing & Gutter…

O.K. thanks. Good points.

I am getting a quote for the concrete slab. I have found out what is needed. Formwork, placing, finishing, steel mesh reinforcement, vapour barrier, concrete, concrete pumping.
At first,…

Yes, thankyou for your response, very helpful. I will listen to my mother's suggestions more often now. I will take your advice and only get the carpenter…

I recently discussed with my mother about who would be installing the timber floor, external / internal doors, kitchen etc.
I told her that the carpenter can do that. The…

By "request" do you mean the contract?

Hi, as I look at my quotes given to me by various subbies, they leave things out. Structural engineer did this. Now I can see that others are…

I understand now. The advertisements they show might not be exactly what you think you are getting, (i.e a single subcontractor doing both - That may, or may not…

Yes, thankyou, I understand now.
So are you saying that a company advertised as doing "excavations + demolitions" together (there are a lot of these around), can't really do…

I don't understand what you mean. If I get the excavation + demolition done together (with the same contractor) he would put a mark up on both parts, …

Demolition done with excavation (same sub-contractor)?
or
Excavation done with concreter (same sub-contractor)?
Which would be better, and the reasons why.
I've noticed that you can get a "concrete pumping service" and "concreter"
Can the…

Oh, I get what you mean. "Supply and Install". If it doesn't have the word "supply", the materials are not part of the cost. Sometimes the quotes…

I asked a builder for a quote, but decided to owner build instead.
Anyway, he did give me the electricians quote. But from an owner builder's perspective, I can't tell…

I already decided. 6 would be good. Each level to have 3 connections. One in the computer room, one in the tv room (for internet tv with…

I recently went to talk to an electrician about the electrical and phone line connections for my owner builder project.
The thing is, I can't understand what he is talking about.
I…

Thanks. Very well explained.

Anyway, I did as suggested and yes he is registered on the national engineers registration board until June 2009, but I don't know about the quality of his work. …

1. Is there anywhere else apart from a building supplies warehouse where I can buy building materials?
2. I have heard about wholesale supplies. Where can I…

I paid by cash. Today I checked, he is registered because he has an ABN number on his letterhead email. That is a relief. At least now…

Ok, thanks for your response. So you say he didn't rip me off as the price is correct, thanks for that advice, but still I don't want him…