Howyagoin posted:Builder hit a domestic sewer pipe when erecting piers
In my opinion if the builder/contractor has done all they can necessary to avoid damaging the pipe i.e have sewer plans from council, dial before you dig, property asset plans…
Howyagoin posted:Retaining Wall Expectations
I agree. I suppose that’s the disparity in trades/businesses. It’s a bit of a minefield with expectations, cost etc
Howyagoin posted:Retaining Wall Expectations
If they had all the documents and your email with those specifications then there isn’t an excuse really. They didn’t have to take the job on. It may have been…
Howyagoin posted:Retaining Wall Expectations
I think it’s fair you feel the work is unreasonable. Was the companies quote based off the contour plan and elevations you provided, was there anything signed like a contract…
Howyagoin posted:How long does it normally take? Quote from a designer?
Yeah can’t hurt to explore other options. All the best
Howyagoin posted:How long does it normally take? Quote from a designer?
In renovations and extensions, if you’re the builder and waiting 4-6 weeks for contractors or materials to be quoted you’d be finding other businesses to price faster or having a…
Howyagoin posted:Cabinetry not build to plans on architect build
Yes it’s obvious it’s a big slider. My theory was those sliding doors have a wide jamb/reveal as per your photos. Your plans show d06 was suppose to run closer…
Howyagoin posted:Cabinetry not build to plans on architect build
sunny74,
Looks like there has been some amendments to the plans/details and scope of works onsite comparing the photos of your home and plans attached.
D06 looks like it was removed…
Howyagoin posted:Builder's margin & GST on provisional items
Hi frenetic,
I think what you are saying is correct, the builder charges 25% markup to receive a 20% margin.
I wonder if this is common for builders to handle it this…
Howyagoin posted:Builder's margin & GST on provisional items
Builders margin should be charged prior to GST.
$500+20% = $600 Sub total.
600+10% = $660. Total inc gst.
Howyagoin posted:Load baring double and triple studs
It seems unusual for studs to be continuous from ground to 1st floor framing. Could understand a bit more if they were calling for steel. The practicality of this scenario…
Howyagoin posted:Roof flashing not built into brickwork???
As building expert mentioned the flashing isn’t compliant. You can check and use this as a minimum guide and look at the wakaflex install notes and it states it should…
Howyagoin posted:Security Deposit Clause 7.1 HIA Contract (NSW)
HIA contracts aren’t evil. It’s the builders/companies who are unfairly and most of the time incorrectly using contracts against owners.
What is the alternative? Master builders contract, same thing. Builder has…
Howyagoin posted:Provisional Sums
Builders margin should be on the gst exclusive amount
Howyagoin posted:Lock up payment
Render doesn’t need to be completed to submit an invoice for the lock up payment.
Unless it somehow allows access into the dwelling without it
Howyagoin posted:Lintel Support question.
Usually not, but I can’t see it being a huge issue in this case.
The framers can always fit a new lintel to the outside if required and double it up.
Howyagoin posted:Lintel Support question.
There is a lintel that’s been laminated on the inside of the one that’s been cut and the new lintel runs to the corner stud to the left.
Adequate support at…
Howyagoin posted:Slab and formwork cost
Sorry, accidental post.
Left my phone unlocked in my pocket
Howyagoin posted:Brick work around windows
It’s unlikely, but the builder may have ordered the window reveal size to suit weatherboard and not brick veneer causing the lack of width
Howyagoin posted:OB for load bearing wall removal
True, should look at venturing into owner builder small works insurance $$
Hopefully your job can finally be underway soon, I’m assuming you’re opening up your kitchen or lounge room…
Howyagoin posted:OB for load bearing wall removal
Yeah things like this aren’t easy, hopefully VBA and other organisations can improve in this type of stuff
I have a construction works policy with product/public liability and that is a…
Howyagoin posted:OB for load bearing wall removal
Check this guide if you haven’t already
http://www.vba.vic.gov.au/__data/assets ... -Guide.pdf
May be worth talking to your home and contents insurance provider and discussing your situation and their side…
Howyagoin posted:electrical switchboard
This wouldn’t seem to comply, the switchboard needs to be toward the front of the cupboard so nothing can be placed in front of it, separated from other sections and…
Howyagoin posted:Concrete path around house. Use of expansion joints?
This isn’t a great situation you’re in, a Concreter who has his back up now and won’t complete a job that should be better than it is.
Maybe you can agree…
Howyagoin posted:Concrete path around house. Use of expansion joints?
As mentioned there are a few issues here, have a chat with the concreter
Howyagoin posted:Concrete path around house. Use of expansion joints?
What H2O said is accurate.
Two things also jump out and that’s the construction or control joint cuts in the path don’t go all the way to the end, I’m assuming…
Howyagoin posted:Squeaking floor
Could be multiple things, if there is any access in the subfloor would be good to check in there, otherwise pop some down lights or anything like that out grab…
Howyagoin posted:Straightness of skirts?
Based on those photos I would be asking them to rectify, although it's difficult to determine expectations as different builders have their own level of finish and quality on their…
Howyagoin posted:Squeaking floor
That's concerning, sometimes squeaks etc can be from a lack of adhesive (liquid nails) underneath the yellow tongue this seems much more significant than lack of glue/nails
Could be steel rubbing,…
