PropertyInvesting.com | Handyman | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/handyman/activity/ Activity feed for Handyman. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:38:16 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 96f4622a928ffeeea27f0fa843fc9825 Handyman replied to the topic Hel me chouse the exterior colour scheme for our new house in the forum The last one looks good. https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395667-hel-me-chouse-the-exterior-colour-scheme-for-our-new-house/#post-4600785 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:42:37 +0000 The last one looks good.

]]> 0c783254ccbe8093e56e1b82609ecf9d Handyman replied to the topic Adding internal walls? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396005-adding-internal-walls-2/#post-4602473 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:37:02 +0000 Check the council DCP, it will tell you if you need approval for, and what works you can do without approval aslong as they comply with certain requirements and whatever is not listed can be done without any issues.

]]> df8098f24c7cb61fc40dce5512010325 Handyman replied to the topic Interior Designer wanting to swap knowledge with Renovators in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4395966-interior-designer-wanting-to-swap-knowledge-with-renovators/#post-4602276 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:21:22 +0000 Hi Naomi,I would be glad to assist you anytime. Just drop me an email if you need anything.

]]> 20e46b160005b958e64ec6b20dae1f30 Handyman replied to the topic upstairs extension in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396230-upstairs-extension/#post-4603994 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:16:58 +0000 You will net a DA, which means plans, council and lots of fun stuff. It is too hard to say how much it would cost without knowing anything about the current house, you need to provide alot of info to get even an inkling of what it might cost.

]]> 37d8d65a35b08c11e6539dce225ca732 Handyman replied to the topic Window Sills in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396500-window-sills-2/#post-4605363 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:13:28 +0000 actually it will only benefit the tradesman doing the job.

]]> 7e03c7390d42ba5d1f10c0c08944fc61 Handyman replied to the topic Window Sills in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396500-window-sills-2/#post-4605362 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:12:42 +0000 That is your personal taste, won't be beneficial in any way.

]]> df82496adb1639c1b147ada080d49e3e Handyman replied to the topic Painting over a rendered interior brick wall. Help Please!!!!! in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396542-painting-over-a-rendered-interior-brick-wall-help-please/#post-4605569 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:10:51 +0000 Whats wrong with the bagged look? Why not just paint it as is. If all the walls are bagged, then it will cost you to get it plastered and even more to get it gyprocked. If it was me I would just paint it. Use a light colour you would be surpeised at the difference just a freshh coat of paint will make.

]]> ad079cc6cb53a818aaadf7aeb31b8f87 Handyman replied to the topic SUB DIVIDE in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396569-sub-divide-2/#post-4605709 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:04:54 +0000 The information you require is readily available from council. You do need to look at the LEP, and also the relevant DCP (Development Control Plan) this is issued by the council and will answer your question. It tells you what the minimum requirement are of the block size for what you want to do. It really has everything you need.

]]> 4268810e899f1575a572a6148ad6ec97 Handyman replied to the topic Outdoor living on ugly concrete pavement in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396336-outdoor-living-on-ugly-concrete-pavement/#post-4604478 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:48:08 +0000 It really depends on what you want to do with what you have. If you want to spend some money on it you can pave or tile over the concrete. For a really cheap fix you can just paint it assuming the current concrete is in good condition. You don't have the height to be able to build a deck, but it could e done if you really wanted it.

]]> 3e1dc14dd96e36cef0f864c378317e94 Handyman replied to the topic New gutters - anyone done it recently? in the forum How many meters of guttering https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4396923-new-gutters-anyone-done-it-recently/#post-4607539 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:26:47 +0000 How many meters of guttering do you have? Do you also need new downpipes? Is it a single storey?

]]> 0cca75481560b17068614feaa31bb612 Handyman replied to the topic ARCHITECTS FEES in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397228-architects-fees-2/#post-4608990 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:53:15 +0000 You being in Sydney, and the property being in Armidale on the other side of the country, you would be better of choosing an architect close to the property. You didn't mention that before, so you will be looking at geting the full package from an architect, by also having them oversee the development, so what the price you have been previously…[Read more]

]]> e66fc6c4201bb5c9da9264fd37b3f0a3 Handyman replied to the topic Owner Builder Renovating in NSW in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397291-owner-builder-renovating-in-nsw/#post-4609206 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:12:28 +0000 You really only need to get an OB licence if you are actually building, doing anything that requires a DA, there are certain things that council allows you to do without needing a DA, this varies between council, if you are just looking at renovating, such as new bathroom, kitchen, painting, tiling, etc, you dont require the OB licence.

]]> 45652bf39e7ba9ac981a7f1a18778487 Handyman replied to the topic ARCHITECTS FEES in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397228-architects-fees-2/#post-4608988 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:03:21 +0000 Shannon, if you read what i said the $2000 was just to get plans drawn up, nothing to do with lodgements and getting the actual approval, people can do that themselves you don't need to pay an architect to do that.

]]> 4f7dedb2f1c0b5aa1be4e9c0aa92175b Handyman replied to the topic QUESTION FOR A TILER in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397118-question-for-a-tiler/#post-4608554 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:24:26 +0000 If you want to drive over it with a fork lift or car, the ceramic tile is not good, the vitrified tiles are stronger, you can also go for a concrete tile or paver.

]]> 31fcefb3ea5c83245d733cd5d1c29f7d Handyman replied to the topic QUESTION FOR A TILER in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397118-question-for-a-tiler/#post-4608553 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:20:45 +0000 If it is all straight forward, no patterns and nothing to cut around, the 200m2 will take about 5 -6 days to lay, is the concrete level or does it need to be screeded? Screeding an area that size would take about 3-4 days and a heap of sand and cement.The 40m2 of wall tiles would take 2 days to lay, and 1 day to grout.

]]> 8a350a165e6f41694a16a7b13eac63fb Handyman replied to the topic Bulding restrictions on a corner block in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397167-bulding-restrictions-on-a-corner-block/#post-4608712 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:13:09 +0000 Where is the block of land located? You can get all the information directly from council, but 5m setback from the road is prbably right. Need to know which council your land is in?

]]> 711bf752066d2cccc7a8ed811805475d Handyman replied to the topic Brick interior walls in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397064-brick-interior-walls/#post-4608297 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:08:28 +0000 You can do one of three things, you can plaster the walls, you can render the walls, or you can texture coat the walls, texture coating is actually very durable, it trowels on like render or plaster and you finish it with a float, you can get it coloured so there is no need to paint it after.

]]> 7d1df9ea9a17d2211fa8644d36ec9643 Handyman replied to the topic Where to start on Kitchens in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397176-where-to-start-on-kitchens/#post-4608749 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:03:11 +0000 You need measure the existing kitchen and measure the second hand kitchen you wish to install, make sure the other kitchen will fit. Removing the old kitchen is very simple, depending how old it is, you can generally unscrew everything, or you may just have to take a hammer to it and break it up. You need a plumber to disconnect your water supply…[Read more]

]]> 536a1f47b9b145760e216e55c315b59f Handyman replied to the topic ARCHITECTS FEES in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4397228-architects-fees-2/#post-4608984 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:53:46 +0000 Where is the block located? Check with council what the fees are for getting a DA, you should only be looking at getting plans drawn up by the architect, which can cost ariund $2000 and upwards.

]]> 0f8b3232b6f887bae28023128043b064 Handyman replied to the topic Render on fibro. in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390926-render-on-fibro/#post-4574743 Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:26:58 +0000 With regards to the area under the house, i am assuming that you would like to cover it up. If that is your intention you can cover it with sheets of fibro, make a frame so that you can screw your fibro to it, then you can paint it with the rest of the house, but you will need to make an access hatch and also you need to put some vents in if you…[Read more]

]]> 6ce8e9568333b04b89313732453c7272 Handyman replied to the topic Render on fibro. in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390926-render-on-fibro/#post-4574740 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 11:44:54 +0000 Hi benking84Wattyl granosite is pretty good product there is a few brands with generally the same type of product out there. With the cover mouldings you need to have them removed and fill the gap with external filling compound, or you could use cement. Then when you paint over it with the granosite it will look like render.

]]> 32ec36de7f8d738dcd7cd808dd980198 Handyman replied to the topic Female investor starting out - help! in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4390932-female-investor-starting-out-help/#post-4574772 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 11:32:39 +0000 Hi Mae,There is a lot of properties out there which you can make money doing what you are suggesting. You really need to do the research on the property, and also on the reno that you are willing to do, do not go overboard with reno, get some people that can help, I am in sydney and I am willing to lend a hand if you need it. When doing reno's it…[Read more]

]]> e99ab4a134c3f8ad80c8fcfcd2dcfd63 Handyman replied to the topic Carport to Garage worth it??? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4386191-carport-to-garage-worth-it/#post-4551733 Thu, 17 Aug 2006 08:44:06 +0000 Converting the carport to a garage would add more value woithout a doubt, if the carport is built as part of the house then you really dont need to go through council as you are are not building a new garage you are just enclosing the carport. You can check with council to be on the safe side.

]]> 265b04784bac9e396951a16beeb77e2d Handyman replied to the topic wardrobe doors in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385604-wardrobe-doors/#post-4547920 Mon, 12 Jun 2006 14:29:30 +0000 you can use the sliding mirror doors, or you can use doors that match the doors in the rest of the house, you can do anything you want really, just depends on what you like.

]]> 79d7616b8e5cb26d912a0720781b5aea Handyman replied to the topic RENOVATOR / BUILDING INSURANCE NEEDED in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385791-renovator-building-insurance-needed/#post-4549883 Mon, 12 Jun 2006 14:13:43 +0000 The bank wants you to get normal home insurance, not home warranty. Your normal insurance agency will provide this for you, such as GIO, AAMI,NRMA,Allianz and so forth. You tell the insurance company that you are buying the property and plan to live in it but will be carrying out renevations before you move in. The bank will not give you the money…[Read more]

]]> d2143a107b746e2033cbc8c64e5a579b Handyman replied to the topic Grinding Floors Help in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385755-grinding-floors-help/#post-4549746 Mon, 12 Jun 2006 14:04:44 +0000 why not try another floor covering such as floorboards or floating floors.

]]> d6ee908f6d30e68532fae6aa0e47a35b Handyman replied to the topic SMall bathroom reno ideas and tips in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385280-small-bathroom-reno-ideas-and-tips/#post-4546483 Tue, 16 May 2006 12:18:37 +0000 Hi Snowflake,

I have been looking at some arrangements for your bathroom, unfortunately to be able to have a seperate shower and bath, you do have to move the plumbing. You have enough space to accomodate everything, it is not that difficult to move the plumbing around.
One suggestion that i have is to put the vanity on the right hand side wall,…[Read more]

]]> 5644c9ab19233a40ce729d3bc05bb3bd Handyman replied to the topic SMall bathroom reno ideas and tips in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385280-small-bathroom-reno-ideas-and-tips/#post-4546482 Thu, 04 May 2006 11:54:24 +0000 Hi Snowflake,

Thanks for the measurments, let me see if I can come up with a desgn for you, you may or may not have to move the plumbing, in any case there is plumbing on the left and on the wall wear the vanity is, so if you do change things around it wont be that much trouble. Ideally you would like to have a seperate bath and shower right?

]]> f4413cca6803c554f8bb0e85763cb84c Handyman replied to the topic SMall bathroom reno ideas and tips in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385280-small-bathroom-reno-ideas-and-tips/#post-4546479 Tue, 02 May 2006 10:20:47 +0000 Hi Snowflake,

Can you tell me how big you bathroom area is, and where everything is at the moment. You would be surprised at what kind of things you do in a bathroom, there is alot of options, if you want a toilet and bath and possibly a shower you might be able to do it.

]]> 2e66fb9f51f4565d57ad6f74be7ee56b Handyman replied to the topic where to start with reno in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385042-where-to-start-with-reno/#post-4545225 Sat, 29 Apr 2006 14:05:53 +0000 If you are only doing a small reno and extension you may only need a draftsman to draw up a plan of the extension and the reno, architects are better suited to designing new buildings or redisgning old ones. unless it is a major reno you don’t need a architect. Builders can also be of help, find someone you can work with and who has some ideas to offer.

]]> 9fb1337badb152507d0a40895e239e65 Handyman replied to the topic Tips on study remodel in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385134-tips-on-study-remodel/#post-4545706 Sat, 29 Apr 2006 13:59:31 +0000 Snowflake,

The wall seperating the kitchen and didning, should not be that difficult, In regards to turning the study into a second bathroom, ask yourself if it is something that you really need, will you use the second bathroom, if it is needed then do it, but i doubt it would add value, it may even decrease the value.

]]> 1fa3a1f4fdaa580749d79cce0de5a602 Handyman replied to the topic How long does a major reno take? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385099-how-long-does-a-major-reno-take/#post-4545487 Sat, 29 Apr 2006 13:52:48 +0000 Hi Tanya,

If you have engaged the service of a builder to take care of the entire reno then it all depend on him and how good he is at managing his project. Make sure that you have a contract with the builder before you begin, the contract will state what is to be done, what the cost is, and how long it will take, also don’t forget to include a…[Read more]

]]> 40216cdf3b0dc4eb12b6ed049ccb975c Handyman replied to the topic Second toilet or bathtub? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385079-second-toilet-or-bathtub/#post-4545427 Sat, 29 Apr 2006 13:46:30 +0000 What size is the bathroom, you could be surprised with what you can fit in it. Have you thought of a corner bath, or shower, it could also allow you to put in another toilet. if you are renovating are you increasing the size of the bathroom?

]]> b4646afaf041bfb558815fa3e49c2f71 Handyman replied to the topic New Bathroom or makeover? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384994-new-bathroom-or-makeover/#post-4544991 Sat, 29 Apr 2006 13:37:48 +0000 You can use the white knight tile paint to give the bathroom a fresh look, as long as the tiles are in good condition, no cracks or breaks, if they are dirty make sure you give them a good clean first, then undercoat them before applying the finish coat.

]]> e3b4facd2b9091953b2ce526d885eb67 Handyman replied to the topic Timber Flooring in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4385232-timber-flooring/#post-4546306 Sat, 29 Apr 2006 13:28:03 +0000 Hi Jessica,

If this is for you PPOR I personally would not go the laminate floor, I have layed them in a unit, they look good, but are not as durable as a timber floor, there is a few aleternatives for you, depending on your budget. Solid timber flooring would be ideal but is also expensive, you can buy it pre finished which means all you need to…[Read more]

]]> 74e18fb5f0674726255ccefee6c0d6d8 Handyman replied to the topic 2 houses on 1 block??? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/2-houses-on-1-block/#post-4541045 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 00:54:54 +0000 You could probably download the control plans from the council website, this will specify the development criteria.

]]> b85564603649ae64c380d22a56995305 Handyman replied to the topic Where to find PEP? in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384259-where-to-find-pep/#post-4540965 Fri, 17 Feb 2006 05:45:10 +0000 What I am looking for is basically a financial partner, someone who will come to the table with the finances but not the time, I have the time, and the contacts, as my name suggests I am a handyman, and I would do the work, as I mentioned I am flexible with the way this deal is structured. Ideally id like a 50/50 split, but as I said im flexible…[Read more]

]]> 81a00202577ab94a4cf379a60202ba55 Handyman replied to the topic Where to find PEP? in the forum Finance https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384259-where-to-find-pep/#post-4540963 Wed, 15 Feb 2006 09:11:04 +0000 I should have made myself abit more clear, basically I would like to get started in developments or renovations, but I don’t have the finances, so I am looking for someone who does, and I will take care of everything else.

]]> 4c144e41af43c0f4815715d5945b350e Handyman replied to the topic 2 houses on 1 block??? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/2-houses-on-1-block/#post-4541043 Tue, 14 Feb 2006 06:39:15 +0000 Astro,

It depends on if you are looking at getting a project builder to build for you as they already have their own plans and pick a house that will suit your block, otherwise if you get your own design drawn up or get an architect or builder to design a house for your block you will have to pay for it.

Why don’t you try and see if you can put…[Read more]

]]> baaeea9984db570c4e0baf3cd126382c Handyman replied to the topic Increasing the height of a colourbond fence in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384056-increasing-the-height-of-a-colourbond-fence/#post-4540008 Mon, 13 Feb 2006 07:17:05 +0000 I would just go with the colourbond extensions you can get them in the 2 feet extra that you want to increase the fence, you can also get a kind of lattice extension but in colourbond or a hardiplank type which you can get already painted so you dont have to do anything but just put it up.

]]> 82d708a7a83270746359ec3252fb946a Handyman replied to the topic can anyone help - stain on roof in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4383894-can-anyone-help-stain-on-roof/#post-4539186 Mon, 13 Feb 2006 05:46:16 +0000 I would rather paint the roof, when the gal has been striped and the rust starts to set in you will have a bigger problem to deal with, get it painted it will look great and give you some protection. The rust only needs a small unprotected spot like the one you scrubed to start and will spread all over, keep in mind it will take a long time for…[Read more]

]]> ff1d62fda036cf2ba9ad4a572570a046 Handyman replied to the topic 2 houses on 1 block??? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/2-houses-on-1-block/#post-4541040 Mon, 13 Feb 2006 05:37:18 +0000 Astro,

Where is the house you are talking about, state and suburb.
If council permits you can build a duplex on that block, depending on the existing property the demolition cost will vary, 16m frontage is not to bad to subdivide aslong as you make the most of the block and drawup a nice set of plans. Builders want 5% before they star and invoice…[Read more]

]]> 99a75f46ab36060a588f34ec711c4e14 Handyman replied to the topic Advice from New South Welshpeople in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384163-advice-from-new-south-welshpeople/#post-4540549 Mon, 13 Feb 2006 05:23:16 +0000 As far as I know 10% is only a nice round figure that the agents insist on, I bought a property in Sydney with no deposit, you can put a deposit of as much or as little as you want as long as the vendor agrees to it. So don’t let the agents tell you that you have to put down 10%, just for that I would lower the deposit to 1% to teach them a…[Read more]

]]> 3a1a83fff8b76b6ff400cfc8c745b41e Handyman replied to the topic Contract for house in construction in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4384244-contract-for-house-in-construction/#post-4540894 Mon, 13 Feb 2006 05:12:59 +0000 George,

Where is the house located, ie what state and city?
By the sounds of what you are saying you are buying of the plan from a builder, If you need to borrow the deposit aswell I would not buy unless the property was completed, unless you can negotiate another deposit amount, maybe $1000, or an amount that you can afford to put down.

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