Sorry for the late reply again....
The insulation levels have been calculated to achieve a particular rating (in this case 7 Stars). Normally R2.5 is the minimum in the ceiling and…

Not exactly sure, but most likely a Dux 200 litre 2-panel system. You can call them and they should be able to provide details, or check their inclusions lists on…

Hi Glenroy 72 and sorry for the late reply, haven't logged on for a while.....
Yes, I believe double glazing is standard on all the 7 Star range, it has been…

When there is no option other than siting the panels east or west then another panel is always added, as wokwon says normally charged to the client. This is common…

Following on from B Star's point...
I've found that there are some very good tradies around, but when most modern-day / younger tradies are shown something a little out of the…

Steve,
Like the bit about the use of recycled timber and avoiding the use of steel due to embodied energy considerations.....good to see a builder taking sustainability seriously

As is said above, your experiences shape your attitude towards tradies.
Most of these are positive, at least going by my own experiences.
But one question to the tradies......How many times…

Hmmm......sounds very familiar.
The story of my life.....we share a common bond.
PS. A bit harsh on the tradies though

Steve
Nobody is insinuating that builders are crooks, in fact I'm sure most are decent hard-working people. But there is no doubt some tradies are. Othewise, how do you explain a…

It all depends on what you call owner building....
If you're always on the tools yourself trying to save money, of course it will be difficult as you are not qualified…

Thanks aurorafrog......VicUrban were once called ULA (Urban Land Aurthority), then URLC (Urban & Regional Land Corporation), then VicUrban. Soon to be URA?
Chuck as many new letters in as you…

I'm by no means an authority on infrastructure development, but I've heard of so many plans for rail extensions it's not funny. And not many have come to fruition. Most…

+1.
Yes, it's daylight robbery. Their reasoning is that they don't always have regular work, they don't have holidays and sick pay, superannuation, etc, etc.
But I reckon they're still on…

All good advice.
The time period quoted I'm not so sure about. Believe it or not I OB my home (a large single storey with a high spec level) in 6…

Hi kayandandy
Yes, my experience was similar. I did some very rough costings initially and for most part they were reasonably accurate. But as you say there are MANY unforseen and…

IF you know what you're doing, IF you have some spare time on your hands and IF you don't mind waiting a bit longer to have your home, you will…

Hi Ashrey
Unfortunately what your builder has told you is another example of the misinformation out there. Or perhaps a case to trying to turn you off installing these lights. Believe…

Oztish,
Yes, from memory the controls say a 5 Star heater should be installed and you should pursue this with the builder. Problem is they might make you pay the extra…

Good to hear your feedback. I didn't actually buy in Aurora, but have had a lot to do with many houses built there (including several displays).
Yes, the concept sounded…

I believe the client can ask for and should be provided with at least the summary page of the FirstRate report. This is the norm with most builders.
The standard inclusions…

I can't speak specifically about how they do their ratings, but generally what happens with most builders is that they have a list of standard inclusions (e.g. insulation levels, draught…

Hi Rudolph1980
With yours or any 7 star home for that matter there is no prescriptive list to achieve 7 stars. It's all about flexibility, that's what the 6 Star standard…

Hi guys
I'm new to this forum, but I've had a lot to do with Aurora and VicUrban for several years now, having worked as the Sustainability Manager for Burbank Australia…

Hi everyone
I'm new to this forum, but I thought I'd throw a (helpful) spanner in the works......
I am the ex-Burbank Sustainability Manager, having worked for the company for the past…