TDS posted:Approximate Plastering Cost in Melbourne
Hi Rotanon,
Have you factored in the 'Location' levy you might be slugged with? Plenty is not known to be a growth area... And contractors do fatten things up a little…
TDS posted:Builders Quote Vs OB
While I don't think they are struggling, I agree with you and BAM - they are not as tight as we all thought they were during the GFC. The…
TDS posted:Few Tips for 1st time O/b's
Always Gold from you Tony. Thanks again for the top tips.
TDS posted:Selecting a Building Designer
Hi Nathan,
Can you provide any insight into what you may be wanting from the designer. this will greatly assist with level of responses from this motley crew! 
TDS posted:Mernda village - living across medium density dwellings
As per the other posters.
Medium density dwellings will always bring more traffic, activity noise etc, by definition.
Also, remember they are attractive to investors, so likelihood of rentals is much…
TDS posted:Brivis supply and return duct work orientation for MX30ENXA
Thanks Brad. Yes, I was told that it could be swapped, but because noone at brivis was willing to provide documents / tech sheets on the product, and some were…
TDS posted:Brivis supply and return duct work orientation for MX30ENXA
Hi all, hopefully someone can help. Apologies if I seem frustrated.
I am currently reconsidering which brand of ducted heating manufacture I will use in our new home. I 'thought' it…
TDS posted:Inverter a/c Vs fixed speed
Yes they are, and no they are not. How long is a piece of string? 
If you are talking about HVAC, and comparing systems,…
TDS posted:Polished concrete - getting access to basement
Hey no problem. You will be pleased.
He completed a variation for me afew weeks back, and it was just approved today from council. Just emailed him the good news. …
TDS posted:Polished concrete - getting access to basement
Hi Mark,
We will need more info, Where are you building? I can provide contacts if you are in Melbourne who may help you.
Cheers,
TDS posted:We have gone solar!!!
It's very easy to meter the energy back from the inverter to the mains. I believe most inverters have the capacity to show it on board (I think - still…
TDS posted:Our first OB What a ride
Wow - Fantastic saving on the insulation! 
May I be so bold as to ask which brand / type, and where you purchased them from?
I…
TDS posted:Ducted A/C Vents
Not that I'm aware of - I have the same issue. Basic physics of contraction and expansion of the material due to the heat increasing and falling. I have 7…
TDS posted:Top hat batten specs
Jab,
hi,
I think it's 900mm centres, with top hat on all the hips and valleys... but please don't quote me.. From memory I saw it in a spec sheet from…
TDS posted:Anyone want to recommend a drafter or Architect in Melbourne
Hi, Go check your PMs! 
TDS posted:House cleaning while building ( a hint :-)
Ha, great idea! Keep that one in the memory banks, thanks.
TDS posted:Costing OB project for bank
Dash,
Why do you need to tell them you are OB'ing?
Like Bam, we have a LoC also, ( and we refinanced our existing home to allow for the extra ),…
TDS posted:Whats the proper name for..
Bammy,
Finally have progress! 
Yes, the Wallan guy gave me everything with the fence. Just remember, Eg 1 x…
TDS posted:Whats the proper name for..
hey!
The crossover is made up of 'slats' of timber, probably some cheapish hardwood, strapped together with metal strapping. Mine gets delivered today if…
TDS posted:Estimated cost of exposed aggregate in Victoria?
While we are yet to get to this stage, I have asked all of the footings concreters who have quoted on our new place this same thing, and ALL of…
TDS posted:Excavator company rec? Melbourne
Sorry Hunts, 
Missed this post from you. I'm not really in the game so to speak, Im in electrical, so may be able to help…
TDS posted:Drafting quote?
Having added up everything you have listed, our total cost inc GSt was about $6000.
Have you gone to a Draftsman, or an Architect?
Either way, he is slugging you (a…
TDS posted:CLEAN LANDFILL AVAILABLE - DOREEN AREA
Hi Sparkle,
can you wait a week or so, I 'should' have plenty.
Will PM you.
TDS posted:How much is colourbond roofing?
I think the above is spam. The link refers to a roofing co in the USA.
The user joined only…
TDS posted:Excavator company rec? Melbourne
I'll find us both someone Cuz...You just wait and see!... 
But I will not give it to the…
TDS posted:HIA Home Ideas Show 2010 - Free Double Passes (Melbourne)
Thanks for the free tickets!...Enjoyed the show.
Cheers
TDS posted:Ladies and Gents, step right up! Mernda & Doreen Residents
BPI were my 2nd choice. wish I'd made that one.
RE Designer, hold him off as long as possible. There is a real chance that some adjustments may have to be…
TDS posted:Ladies and Gents, step right up! Mernda & Doreen Residents
Hey Hey!..Well done Cuz...!!
And the next day, and the next day, and the next day........ 
