Saint Mike posted:Reputable Pool builder Sydney
Not sure if they are there - they were in Newcastle - but "Compass". We found them to be good.
Saint Mike posted:Orientation of block
Yeah - we flipped our garage to the west - and put a whirly gig in the roof to help with heat.
Saint Mike posted:Building warranties
Sounds like a cheap thing to do - they must not care about their reputation.
Saint Mike posted:Build quality not great - can I do anything?
We found Plantation/Henley to be good in this area - but heard some bad stories on other companies. Our Inspector actually picked up things we hadn't seen …
Saint Mike posted:URBAN MYTHS .... ?
I like the NBN Auto call … a bit like the beggar in Chicago - everything there but him - a notice saying - "back in 5 - please…
Saint Mike posted:Who is responsible for damaged footpath and nature strip?
Have you approached the council. Done correctly they may well come to the party.
Saint Mike posted:Cracked Ceiling
Would it keep happening though BE ? Surely the movement would be felt if it was continual ?
Saint Mike posted:URBAN MYTHS .... ?
I like one of the latest scams going around - you get a call from the "police" - they are checking on a scam - they just need some info…
Saint Mike posted:Help with privacy screen alfresco area
Fence top or that last one looks good. Maybe offer to pay to get neighbour onside.
I'm not in favour of bamboo or bushes - just makes work for you…
Saint Mike posted:Cracked Ceiling
Could it be something off-set - ie out of alignment that connects to the ceiling in some way. Or maybe a wood piece in the roof that is warped…
Saint Mike posted:New front door - mould growth
A long long time ago - in our very first build - they put the wrong door in PLUS it was warped. We argued and they carried on and we…
Saint Mike posted:URBAN MYTHS .... ?
This is it. We see the water from our balcony - we see the land opposite. Do we ask what is going there ? Do we notice…
Saint Mike posted:Recent Vergola Reviews?
I too was interested in such a thing. I ended up getting what they call a "fly-over". We're very happy with it and feel it has added to our…
Saint Mike posted:URBAN MYTHS .... ?
I was wondering why so many people are presented with something - and assume something else. A good example is a "view".
Even though we know further building is to…
Saint Mike posted:Fencing dispute.
I agree with GB and Bash. But - you are running out of time if you have an OS trip coming up.
I'd pay and send them their bill. …
Saint Mike posted:neighbours gutterbox overhangs into my property
Sounds like a dick-head.
But - you have to decide how far you want to go. Is the grain/gutter really an issue ? Can you do minor thing…
Saint Mike posted:Am I overreacting over fence cost?
I'd send email - explain your position - and say if nothing happens you'll have to take the next step. You don't want to etc etc - but you…
Saint Mike posted:Waterproofing semi submerged limestone garage walls
Wow ! You may well have to dig down outside and water-proof membrane. Then an ag drain as well.
Floor doesn't look that good either.
Saint Mike posted:$ 19800.00 for H2 SLAB UPGRADE ?
Agree with BE.
We asked people around what they had - we knew the builder was right on a few things - need for piers. Cost for "checking" might…
Saint Mike posted:Retaining wall issue with my neighbour....
I certainly wouldn't be rushed into anything because of a letter - or threats in it.
Were your "discussions" in writing - do you have emails etc ?
These things happen -…
Saint Mike posted:Overflow pipe too short
I'd have bought a complete hose - but an extension should be OK.
I just don't like additional "joins" - potential "leak" points. 
Saint Mike posted:Fridge Cavity
Our mob did a nice little "alcove" area - within the wall - for tap and power point. So it didn't affect putting the fridge in the area provided.
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