Saint Mike posted:Leaking relief valve from hot water system
As he said. It can drip. Have they been yet ?
Saint Mike posted:Maintenance
Don't come in as often now - house been finalised for a few years. But always enjoy the read. Thanks.
Saint Mike posted:Concrete tile roof question
Are we talking "normal" roof tiles here ? They are "locked" into each other and have no fear of falling.
BUT - can be easily moved if need be. …
Saint Mike posted:Discuss Removalists
I've used a few - and often different. Best advice I can give is - ask them ? 
Saint Mike posted:URBAN MYTHS .... ?
We've now moved on from the NBN to car crash agents onto tax. cancellation of land lines etc from auto/robo calls. I hope everyone just hangs up.
Remember - NO…
Saint Mike posted:New house warranty cover shower tile & grout crack?
I'd check with your builder - in a friendly way.
Saint Mike posted:URBAN MYTHS .... ?
Is it greed or dumbness that makes us fall for scams ?
I know a person who "invested" in a scheme - offering 20-25% returns - when they could have put…
Saint Mike posted:yet another fence dispute
I guess you could always remove "your" fence … 
Would cost a bit but you'll make your point - advise them in advance.
Saint Mike posted:Thud (knock) noise coming from area between ceiling and roof
I don't know - but could it be water hammer …
Saint Mike posted:yet another fence dispute
Unless you built a fence that is OTT re price, offering to pay 30% is just cheap. Don't they realise it will ruin any relationship between you. I'd…
Saint Mike posted:URBAN MYTHS .... ?
Current Scam for Householders:
With Foxtel linking with Netflix - be careful of "Netflix" emails and calls. It should all happen automatically with IQ3 and 4. So keep your…
Saint Mike posted:URBAN MYTHS .... ?
Beware the investment scam - bitcoin a good one. But any crypto money scheme offered through third parties. .
You seem to win early and the voice is…
Saint Mike posted:Bathroom renovation
I'd really think about getting some professional advice. It might cost a bit to have someone come in - but might save money and time.
Saint Mike posted:Bath hob tiling and tub not centred as to plan
I wouldn't see it as a major problem myself. How do you mean not centred - more room at one end ? Is this for soap etc etc.…
Saint Mike posted:Handover dispute about delay fees - Need help
Are they a registered builder
Saint Mike posted:URBAN MYTHS .... ?
Got this from "Netflix":
"Hi.
Unfortunately your recent transaction with us is still pending! Therefore, we were unable to bill your membership for the current month.
To keep using your Netflix Membership and…
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…
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