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April 1, 2009 - 11:24 am

If they used a spray protection for treatment, then as soon as the ground around it has been disturbed the treatment protection is void as far as warranty goes.

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March 27, 2009 - 9:34 pm

Third one looks good, why not try the sandstone with darker centre insert/feature brickwork.

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March 27, 2009 - 9:31 pm

maybe just cement bag the brickwork then glass splashback/mirror, just be aware that mirrore splashbacks look great but can be reasonably expensive.

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March 30, 2008 - 10:06 am

Hello Mr D,

Where abouts are you based??? Are you still looking to do your deck??
Luke

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March 30, 2008 - 10:02 am

Rockian,

Tiles will wear much better than timber, especially in a rental situation. It is a lot quicker and cheaper to replace tile than timber flooring. And if properties are just for renting… Save the dollars and utelise them elswhere, an item that may get you higher rental return.

Luke

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January 21, 2008 - 8:57 am

Archivision… Fantastic to deal with!!

Luke

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January 21, 2008 - 8:56 am

You are classified as an owner builder!!

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November 1, 2007 - 11:51 am

Where abouts do you live??? In Vic if it is under $5K then you don't need approval, however you need to check to see if what you are going to do is going to affect the structure, then you may need to get an engineer in to look at it. If you are just installing a wall which will not affect anything structually then you would be fine.

Locco

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November 1, 2007 - 11:46 am

James email me bud..

Locco

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November 1, 2007 - 11:42 am

Where are you looking at building James???
I amy be able to help with builders info
Luke

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October 22, 2007 - 12:02 pm

Tools wrote:

Get the builder to come back and rectify it at his expense.There is no excuse for that. Was he a builder or a handyman?

Tools

 
Agree with Tools, you shouldn't have to wear that, nor should your tenant. is he a reg builder?? or licensed trade?, did he give you a warranty on works undertaken??

Luke

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September 5, 2007 - 11:19 am

Hey Misty, take your plans of the units and block of land to council and see what they say.

Luke

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September 5, 2007 - 11:11 am

ttman wrote:

I don't know and DON'T CARE how many electricians and plumbers (or their relations) on this forum, I stand by my opinion that they charge far too much than they deserve. Tell me baseless accusations, a reverse cycle air-cond may cost you $500, the sparky will charge you $800 to install. How ridiculous is this ?

Unfortunately as has been mentioned these are specialised trades, they need to be licensed trades and for the work they do if something was to go wrong they can cause major injury and or damage. I am a licensed builder here in Vic and i still have to use licensed plumbers and sparkys, they come with a certificate of compliance on all work done. If you think the price is to high then get another quote. But then again if you are going to be a tight arse and try and screw them on price or complain because they are trying to make a living then hey what can i say!!! Ask them questions on how they came up with the price eg: are they supplying fixtures??

Luke

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September 5, 2007 - 10:57 am

I am in Melb lifes journey.

Luke

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September 4, 2007 - 10:30 am

I am abuilder Maximum let me know!!!

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August 30, 2007 - 12:04 pm

Hi,

Normally it is brick veneer, where you have single skin brickwork on the outside and a timber frame on the inside.
Double brick is exactly that, it is 2 skins of brickwork and no timber frame.
there are pros and cons to both!!

Luke

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August 22, 2007 - 9:45 am

Hello,

I do it for a living, would be more than happy to look at what you are building??
Where abouts are you situated???

Thanks

Luke

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August 1, 2007 - 7:15 am

Hey Mate,
 where are you situated?? I know a few builders/ carpenters.

Luke

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June 20, 2007 - 12:49 pm

Yes they are a Hotondo franchise.

Best thing to do is write up a list of what you want in your house and what you NEED. then make sure when sitting down to talk that all of these items are listed in writing and a price put next to them.
If you need any help please don't hesitate to ask.

Cheers

Luke

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June 20, 2007 - 10:56 am

Hello Corinne,

Just to help you guys out a little, contact a company by the name of betta build.

Karen and Phil Lloyd
Contact numbers.

03 9333 8911 – 0412 868 403

They will look after you.
Good luck and I wish you all the best!!!!

Cheers
Luke
P.S. Let me know how you go with Betta Build???