Daniel,Your stats for Melbourne are at odds with the REIV stats.http://www.reiv.com.au/home/inside.asp?ID=162&nav1=652&nav2=162Tools

I don't think that is reasonable at all. I haven't seen his quote, but I wouldn't be paying anything for additional weight,unless they had specified in their quote or conditions that they had allowed only for a certain weight. Even then I wouldn't pay until he provided proof from the weigh bridge of the weights, and I checked that the paper work…[Read more]

duckster wrote:
Bec and Troy I haven't had experience in this but this product looks like a possible solution to your problemCan you use this product instead ?http://www.grass-reinforcement.com/index.php/products/description/bodcell-tree-root-protection-geocellseeAustralian reseller…[Read more]

Scott No Mates wrote:
There is a composite timber/plastic product available but I can't remember its name, often used for decking.

modwood?

WJ Hooker wrote:
  Thanks for info. will look out for this can in the shops? any particular shop ?

You will get this from an electrical wholesaler.Tools

Is there anything special about the bolts?Tools

You are asking something that most people would not have dealt with.It isn't as if you are asking for a plumber. Speak with Bachi at Aluline 9359  0200

If you are going to DIY then any glazier will be able to supply the glass and the patch fittings.Tools

One side of the pelmet that covers the track will be removable, with two screws on the under side. Remove that and then undo the nuts on the two wheels.Then just slide the door out.Tools

Your first port of call needs to be to your engineer to design the panels and propping. Who you see next depends on wether they are tilt slabs (ie poured on site) or precast (cast in a factory). For tilt slabs you need to see a concreter. For precast you need to see a precast company. They will do shop drawings and send them to you for approval.…[Read more]

keiko wrote:
or does anyone no the cost for tilt slabs psqm, say if i wanted slabs 5 meters high x say 5 meters wide what would this cost for the tilt slab only, i will stand it up.

You need to be a qualified rigger to erect precast panels.You can't just hire a crane and have a go at it yourself. Keep in mind too that the bigger the panels are,…[Read more]

If the ceiling is white then you will struggle as there are many types of ceiling white. If it is a colour then you shoul dbe able to have it colour matched. Did they give you the right sheen when they "matched" it for you?Tools

If you want a quality fence that will last then see the guys at Perry Bird Pickets in Brunswick.And remember that you get what you pay for…….Tools

bespoke wrote:
I would check your contact carefully if I were you.I have just bought 2 properties and both contracts had a "death" clause in them that if either paty dies or becomes incapacitated, the contact is voided. Never come accross it before so it may be the latest thing to put in a contract but just check first. I was going to do just…[Read more]

v8ghia wrote:
Hi Tools,Every purchaser should take out insurance as soon as contract is signed/exchanged. No exceptions.I would hope your solicitor would have advised you to do this. Get it in place, and hopefully this will alleviate the vendors concerns. All the best.

You have missed my point. I haven;t bought the place yet, but in speaking…[Read more]

Soil tests are to determine the bearing capacity of your soil, and is used to design appropraite footings for your building. Tools

The only way to know is to have a sample tested by a lab. It is not worth the risk , and don't listen to people who think they can tell just by looking at it. Tools

The search function is your friend. https://www.propertyinvesting.com/forums/property-investing/general-property/5561?highlight=abbreviations Tools

If it was me I would be repairing the lock now to secure my premises, and so I wouldn't be forking out for the insurance excess when someone just waltzes in and pinches my gear. I am not an accountant but I would suggect that it would not be a deductible expense until the property has been rented out. Tools

It sounds like you have random grooved ply, and I agree with harb that it will look crap if painted. Tools