Beetroot_Juice posted:PCA breach Structural Drawings / DA requirments
I am seeking insight from PCA or anyone who is familiar regarding the following concern:
Firstly the PCA was nominated by the Builder as the preferred and subsequently engaged on the…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Insurance for owner supplied items under construction house
Hi
As I am supplying my own kitchen and bathroom appliances ( vanity, basin, cooktop, oven etc…), the Builder has indicated the items are not covered under his insurance,…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Insurance for owner supplied items under construction house
Hi
As I am supplying my own kitchen and bathroom appliances ( vanity, basin, cooktop, oven etc…), the Builder has indicated the items are not covered under his insurance,…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Insurance for owner supplied items under consturction house
Hi
As I am supplying my own kitchen and bathroom appliances ( vanity, basin, cooktop, oven etc…), the Builder has indicated the items are not covered under his insurance,…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Site Access
Despite numerous requests and correspondence to meet the builder on site and provide access to my Builder Inspector for the purpose of inspection and reporting, I am not getting a…
Beetroot_Juice posted:new home build
Sounds like my builder exactly
Are you builder in Sydney?
Beetroot_Juice posted:Hose cocks /taps installation issue
Hi all
The plumber has installed my hose cocks and from the base the copper pipes are exposed.
Looking at various houses and I don't see this issue.
Also one of the hose…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Brick sill DPC/flashing
Hi
I noticed the dlc/flashing is exposed and not a brick course below.
I have checked other building and the flashing are below with culk finish.
The NCC details the
I have…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Critical stage inspection & defects report Sydney
You are correct - Img 1 & 2 require further work.
My concern with the waste pipe is that it's past the frame and sits slightly over, to the entertainment room…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Critical stage inspection & defects report Sydney
Bolts to steel post are not tensioned and the anchors were set after complaining to the builder that it was not standard. Actually, I was able to undo the nuts…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Critical stage inspection & defects report Sydney
Hi
I'm looking for a inspection & defects report to be provided due to poor substandard work by the builder.
Can anyone suggest an inspector?
Beetroot_Juice posted:Sewer Pipe - external connection
Thank you for your input. Your guess is 100% on as the builder forgot about the drain when pouring the slab.
The sewer pipe will run on the side on top…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Sewer Pipe - external connection
Hi
I notice my builder wants to connect the sewer pipe from the upper-level ensuite externally.
Although it's on the side of the house, will not be visible and will look like…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Consturction Insurance Vs home building compensation (HBC)
What is the difference between construction Insurance Vs home building compensation (HBC) insurance?
According to SIRA "Home building compensation cover is only available from a single provider operated by the NSW…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Anticon Insulation thickness for Colorbond Roof
I am in NSW and my system is colorbond with Bulk, R1.3 (60mm) below the roof system & as per the BASIX requirement and natHERs report there is a requirement…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Builders Range and Variation
It was communicated and documented before construction. The type. of system was to be specified and they are very similar in size.
Initially, the cistern was to be placed into 90…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Builders Range and Variation
Yes - it has started but been slow due to weather in Sydney and shortage of materials.
Frame and walls are up and expect external cladding to upper level done…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Builders Range and Variation
It all depends. If it's a tap like for like , different brand then no additional payment. However if additional work is required I will compensate the…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Builders Range and Variation
I have already sourced my product, it's to Aus. spec. and is available for delivery + 10 years warranty.
His product has no brand, cheap import with 1 year of warranty.…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Builders Range and Variation
My issue is that there are no references to any drawings, spec. in the MBA contract schedule 3. It does not detail any inclusion or exclusions .
Can a deed of…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Builders Range and Variation
Hi
The Plan for the house currently getting built lacks details and does not come with specifications and finishes.
A Tender was provided at an early stage of the…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Framing inspection
Thank you for looking it up.. I do have a copy of the AS1680 which I referred to when I issued defects to the builder.
Beetroot_Juice posted:Framing inspection
Thank you for your input. Your advice has been great. Now that you mentioned it I have to check for termite protection aswell.
Beetroot_Juice posted:Framing inspection
Thanks,
The Certifier confirmed the Builders statement. The Certifier indicated due to frames being prefabricated and assembled on-site, the frame inspection will happen after the walls and roof has been built.
The…
Beetroot_Juice posted:Framing inspection
Thanks.
My issue with the builder is there are no supervisors on site.
I spoke to my Certifier earlier on and he confirm the Builders statement to my surprise. …
