ssyi posted:Warranty advice regarding the damage caused by storm water pipe not connected to silt pit
Building consultants who do inspections do not do forensic storm water and sewer pipe inspections. This vital inspection needs to be arranged separately at PCI. This forum is littered with…
ponzutwo posted:Subject to finance clause
you've got 14 days to organize finance and if you dont pull out before then, you're unconditional and are up for the cost of the contract or lose your…
Subbu posted:Designing, budgeting and planning your new home - tips
I have visited the other Epping (in VIC). Maybe 5 + years ago.
I used to live in Canterbury for a few years (long time ago - 27 years ago). Melbourne…
Ashington Homes posted:Concerning charges from builder for building inspector
jran
That would be a massive red flag for me. Your builder obviously doesn't want anyone scrutinising their work.
Let's be honest, builders make mistakes, us included. As night follows day we…
ponzutwo posted:Building a pool for a battleaxe plot
this is your solution after the house goes in
https://www.poolset.com.au/pool-set-inf ... PPEALw_wcB
BuildingandLegal posted:Does concrete foam filler need to be sealed?
Yes,
The black foam is called abelflex. It actually has a 10mm tear-away to create a well which must be filled with an external grade sealant, something like sika.
Rain is hitting…
building-expert posted:How does our builder fix this issue?
That's like having sacrifical zinc anode on a boat. The trouble is you have to have to service/ change them. Who is ging to be bothered with that? Why improvise…
building-expert posted:How does our builder fix this issue?
Great outcome for you and it is as it should be.
I come from a background of doing government contracts with architects in charge. If we made a mistake we got…
BuildingandLegal posted:Building inspections
And as for your lawyer friend who suggested it's not necessary as it won't get signed off by council, should clearly stick to conveyancing, writing wills or chasing ambulances!
Sorry, but…
Kippers01 posted:How many builders are on this forum?
Engaging openly and honestly on this forum is a great way for builders & suppliers to build credibilty and trust with potential customers. Its unfortunate most volume builder marketing managers…
ponzutwo posted:Need clarification on "construction delays caused by owner"
In practice, the OP technically appointed the surveyor by signing that document. The fact its the builders preferred surveyor is irrelevant now.
Builders in Vic have been getting around this…
ponzutwo posted:Building cost and builder in Melbourne
custom probably not. Volume, most defiantly, but spec would vary. If youre doing a knock down, there additional costs associated with that that will eat into your budget vs a…
building-expert posted:Issues with building contracts
Industry type domestic contracts are prepared by industry bodies for the benefit of the builders. This means that if you are the owner watch out.
One of the points is Provisional…
ponzutwo posted:Final payment for new build in NSW
Get a lawyer. If he's got no money (which I suspect is the case and why he's pursuing agressively), he's likley to be scared into sorting the OC out and…
Ardo posted:pressure pump sometimes turns on is that normal
Could be a leaky check or non return valve. At a guess after the pump outlet.
Small Minds posted:Builder refusing to give OP
Reading through your thread, in Victoria, the Building Surveyor works for the home owner, not the builder. Get onto them and ask what they have and then what they have…
ponzutwo posted:Private inspector charge by builder
They don't have a right to charge you its that simple. You or your agent must be given access to the site with reasonable notice. Your inspector is your agent.…
Kippers01 posted:Disgruntled with Metricon and Pre-Site Manager process
Assume all the Metricon display homes are mortgaged to the Commonwealth Bank, which has prudently determined they must be sold ASAP to reduce their own risk. And the Metricon CEO…
DIY_Debbie posted:Compact Toilet/Powder - Where to Buy
Looking at some of the designs on websites, they are all selling very similar products. I get that you want something stylish. It's worth looking for search terms like SaveH2O…
