
Gaps under Windows
Thanks ECOECO for the advice and flashing solution.
I hadn't even noticed the gaps in the corners of the sashes. I'll be up on the roof checking them out. …

No isolation joint between driveway and slab, dowel used?
I got to speak to our quality inspector today and he made the point regarding the builders offer to add the expansion joint. He said that cutting the driveway…

No isolation joint between driveway and slab, dowel used?
Tremendous thanks for the response.
The concretor did the dowel bar connection of his own bat, because "on his previous jobs too many driveways were lifting". The builder has offered…

No isolation joint between driveway and slab, dowel used?
Sorry to bump this, but could anyone advise whether a driveway/garage slab that has been joined with dowel bars will still need an isolation joint? As in, compressible material between…

Gaps under Windows
Our builder has left large gaps under our windows of about 25mm. The rubber flashing sits vertically, instead of horizontally, and behind the flashing you can see the silver sarking.
My…

Builder installed downlights that are too dim
I bought a light meter and measured. The kitchen, which is the most problematic area is only getting 37 lumens on a bench with high cupboards, and 144 lumens…

No isolation joint between driveway and slab, dowel used?
Our builder's concrete guy did not use an isolation joint between about 35m of driveway and house/garage slab. When raised we were told that dowels were used to attach the…

Builder installed downlights that are too dim
I've got an Android phone and the cameras are all different and would need to be calibrated. I tried two Android phones side by side and they gave wildly…

Builder installed downlights that are too dim
Thanks very much Norfolk, really appreciate that reference. Thankfully that section of the standard is online and I don't have to shell out $116, which I can put towards…

Builder installed downlights that are too dim
I specified the layout, not the size. The builder's electrician picked the light. I would assume that they would pick a light fit for purpose. In hindsight…

Builder installed downlights that are too dim
Thanks Norfolk. Could you refer me to the Australian standards where those values are specified? I think it will come to that! If the builder doesn't help…

Builder installed downlights that are too dim
We've just built two townhouses, and the builder has installed downlights are are not quite bright enough in most of the rooms, and just barely bright enough in the bedrooms.
Our…

Is this normal construction for ribbed metal roof?
Thanks guys, builder came out early before the plasterers and added the sarking. Good result.

Is this normal construction for ribbed metal roof?
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Is this normal construction for ribbed metal roof?
I checked outside and it looks fine. I read those flashing standards and it doesn't seem to require a seal, but I will have to reread. Maybe just the sarking…

Is this normal construction for ribbed metal roof?
Thanks SBG. I will document as you suggest. If using a thermal camera, is that something I need to do after plastering? And then, what would be acceptable values?
Tim, my…

Is this normal construction for ribbed metal roof?
We're building a house, and I've been pulling down insulation batts to add more. I was a bit alarmed to find that there was nothing but unsealed metal sheet above…

Knock Down & Rebuild - Melbourne Eastern suburb
Cheers thanks Drew and Jessica, will give them a shot.

Demolisher Recommendations for SE Melbourne
Our house in south-east Melbourne is ready for demolition. Could anyone recommend someone they've used before?
TIA

Knock Down & Rebuild - Melbourne Eastern suburb
How did you go with the demolition? If it went well, would you mind sharing the name of your demolisher?

"Designer" windows?
I've had two double-storey townhouses custom designed in Melbourne, however I'm not very happy with the windows. I'm looking for a window range with a little bit of interest…

Fence replaced, palings not vertical
I have just had a fence replaced, and the fencer seems to have done a reasonable job except for the front part of the fence, where the palings have been…

Fence replaced, palings not vertical
Geez it's worse than I thought. My property is being rented so I didn't want to go into backyard until I had OK'ed it with the tenant, so I…

Fence replaced, palings not vertical
Thanks for the comments. It's the first 3 panels, about 7 meters... all low panels before it rises to full height. I really can't understand why anyone would…

Bafto Homes Custom Build
Thanks so much for that summary. I read on some earlier posts that you were out of pocket for the re-mortaring or brickwork repairs, I hope it wasn't too…