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7 h7 hPulsePulse posted:
Rust roof screws

yep I think not urgent, screws not likely to come loose, hand tighten a few and you’ll get an idea of how good condition the batten is, I think the…

17 h17 hPulsePulse posted:
Rust roof screws

The rust won’t spread to the roof sheets, spraying them will look patchy as the colorbond will already be faded. The rust is only cosmetic (to a point)
I’d wait until…

5 d5 dPulsePulse posted:
Flooring on brick piers

could be anything but it looks like styrofoam

5 d5 dPulsePulse posted:
Flooring on brick piers

styrofoam insulation expol or something similar

9 d9 dPulsePulse posted:
roof structure issues

it does not need replacing

14 d14 dPulsePulse posted:
HELP! External Sheathing on a timber frame. Builder unsure?

Sheathing is a US term, they sheath their houses in plywood, we only use sections of ply for bracing. No requirement for reflective foil/ membrane here either but you can…

14 d14 dPulsePulse posted:
roof structure issues

it’s just a split from the two skew nails, no problem at all, ideally you should have more bearing distance but it’s not going to fail.

17 d17 dPulsePulse posted:
Door jambs

looks like it is done properly, are you in a cyclone area? Some carpenters don’t get this right, your’s is great, harder to patch but super strong.

17 d17 dPulsePulse posted:
Cost to pre wire home for smart home system with builder

I’d consider somfy rechargeable motors, that will save some money and maybe run the other cables yourself, a custom builder should be fine with that, just make it clear that…

18 d18 dPulsePulse posted:
Cost to pre wire home for smart home system with builder

That’s lots of complex stuff you are asking for, gets expensive quick with a project builder, you really need a custom builder who lets you or your trade have access…

19 d19 dPulsePulse posted:
Window glass replacement

If it’s the sliding sash then lift it out and take it to a glazier. If it is fixed, I’d still get a glazier to come out. A broken window…

21 d21 dPulsePulse posted:
Home Noise Reduction/Soundproofing

Perspex screwed to the window architrave frame internally, airtight. The large air gap makes a huge difference and it’s cheap. The Branxton hotel had this over hundred year old double…

21 d21 dPulsePulse posted:
Cleaning

it’s efflorescence and you can’t paint over it. I’m no expert but it’s salt left behind after water penetration.

22 d22 dPulsePulse posted:
Does this quote seem right? Turf + landscaping

sounds pretty fair to me

23 d23 dPulsePulse posted:
Framing Questions

It’s pretty standard to reinforce like that and sister old joists/bearers. You can’t really remove it without removing everything it is holding up. It is the most cost effective way…

24 d24 dPulsePulse posted:
Can you save money with an architect?

They won’t make the build cheaper but they will get you a better home with cool features you might only appreciate later. The more custom the house, the more the…

27 d27 dPulsePulse posted:
What kind of timber is this?

ironbark maybe

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28 d28 dPulsePulse posted:
Renovation size rules help NSW

just ask council, most have a free service for this.

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30 d30 dPulsePulse posted:
Footing advice and core fill advice for 600mm retaining wall

Versaloc is a mortarless besser block system that still needs a properly engineered footing. If you just do a 400x200 footing it will fail in time. At 17m long you…

1 month1 monthPulsePulse posted:
Concrete dissolve

I tried this, does not work that well but helps a bit. All the aggregate doesn’t get dissolved, it only softens the surface. You still need to get most out…

1 month1 monthPulsePulse posted:
Electrical and plumbing plans post hand-over?

no, they are just obliged to build according to plan and contract, the plans you mention may not exist

1 month1 monthPulsePulse posted:
I made a big mistake regarding my DA/CC

AHD is not critical, just the relative levels, just assume the levels are relative, pick a sensible starting point that optimises cut and fill. It’s not like your 10 acres…

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1 month1 monthPulsePulse posted:
Question about motorised roller blinds

waste of time for us having both, living only need one or the other. Bedroom only needs blockouts in our experience. Somfy RTS seems to be the way to go,…

2 months2 monthsPulsePulse posted:
DIY a new subffloor from a loungeroom

Do you have access to the subfloor to do a proper inspection? Boxspan and adjustable heads are expensive. You could pack existing stumps if they are in good condition. Steel…

2 months2 monthsPulsePulse posted:
Besser Block retaining wall footing

there is a standard besser block wall pdf somewhere online with footing sizes, also have a look at dincel.

2 months2 monthsPulsePulse posted:
Stairs

not sure how much but a “repair” should be ok, what ever that is technically

2 months2 monthsPulsePulse posted:
Stairs

if you rebuild it has to be to code, not that anyone will know but if you sell one day and the new owner falls down the stairs you are…

2 months2 monthsPulsePulse posted:
Liaison between owner builder and engineer

I thought you were getting jiggy with the engineer….
no probably not worthwhile, pretty rare to reuse material unless it is new. It might save a few bucks but not…

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2 months2 monthsPulsePulse posted:
Builder connecting our new toilet for his trades

I would just let them use it really, it is much cleaner, smells less and is more pleasant to use.
The builder should have checked though.
With regards to the rubbish…

2 months2 monthsPulsePulse posted:
Render finish

Generally the landscaping follows the building and is an afterthought. The better way is to have landscaping plans and levels as part of the house plans so the house is…

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