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.

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

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

Hello Mr D,Where abouts are you based??? Are you still looking to do your deck??Luke

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

You are classified as an owner builder!!

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

James email me bud..Locco

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

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

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

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 ?

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I am in Melb lifes journey.Luke

I am abuilder Maximum let me know!!!

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

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

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

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

Hello Corinne,Just to help you guys out a little, contact a company by the name of betta build.Karen and Phil LloydContact numbers.03 9333 8911 – 0412 868 403They will look after you.Good luck and I wish you all the best!!!!Cheers LukeP.S. Let me know how you go with Betta Build???

Hello Turtie22,Where abouts in Melbourne are you looking at building????Cheers Luke