PhanT posted:S-Trap or P-Trap toilets?
We are trying to decide the best method and future proofing our toilet installs. I understand S-Trap is widely accepted but is also old-school and P-Trap makes more sense based…
PhanT posted:Recommend an Private/Independent Building Inspector?
There has been some discussions on this topic here previously and we are looking to engage a Building Inspector independent of what is required by the builder, back or CC…
PhanT posted:Designing, Building & Developing a Luxury home in Lindfield
Excellent work @Ashington Homes - Looking forward to this build.
PhanT posted:Suspended concrete slab alternatives - AlphaFloor
Got these installed today - looking good.
Let me know if you need any info.
PhanT posted:New Concrete Slab extended exposure duration
We have been on an arduous journey with our new home build but things seem to start moving into the next phase since the concrete waffle pods were done in…
PhanT posted:Suspended concrete slab alternatives - AlphaFloor
We are evaluating this Alphafloor and the Alphapanel as an alternative - the specifications on paper seem impressive but not having anyone on this forum or elsewhere to provide real…
PhanT posted:Home warranty insurance
How does the maximum of $340k work for claims (NSW iCare) - are there other sub-limits within each claim?
PhanT posted:Suspended concrete slab alternatives - AlphaFloor
I am keen to know as well.
PhanT posted:Building with Metricon – Vantage 44 + Granny - in West Penna
Your home facade looks great. How is it going so far? Keep the pics coming.
Are you managing any of the Hebel and Steel procurement? Do you have any reputable contacts…
PhanT posted:Concreter in Sydney area
Any recommedations with concreters locally around the Kellyville and Box Hill areas?
PhanT posted:Building & Developing A Duplex In North Ryde
Hi @Ashington Homes - great write up on your experience and thanks for sharing.
Are you able to recommend steel frame and hebal providers/installers in Sydney?
We have an approved plan…
PhanT posted:Show us your facade...
What do you think of this facade - approved plans and now thinking of adding a bit more thickness to the glass frames. Double glazed glass all along with some…
PhanT posted:Acoustic Report requirement - new NSW Residential Build
I agree here with your response - I think councils can do a better job to provide guidance for housing along such motorways that would most likely be common for…
PhanT posted:Acoustic Report Cost for a Duplex Site NSW
Short answer is 'Yes' - let me know if you find a cheaper consultant
https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/view/htm ... #sec.2.119
PhanT posted:Acoustic Report requirement - new NSW Residential Build
After a frustrating experience with council approvers on my DA (almost 3 months back and forth), they come up with the requirement to have an Acoustic Report since our residential…
PhanT posted:Hebel Power Floor
I am very keen to know why it would be cheaper in one state vs the other 
My heart says Concrete suspended floor but almost everyone…
PhanT posted:Hebel Power Floor
In the process of deciding between Suspended Slab vs Steel+Hebel. Important factors for us:
- Keeping noise levels as low as possible between levels
- Lower costs
- Time to build (lowest priority)
I…
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