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| 6 Jun 2013 Earthworks
Risk of Owner Earthworks Some home owners take on the task of organizing the earthworks and their certification themselves, rather than the builder charging for the responsibility. The aim of this is often to reduce building costs, removing these works from the contract with the builder. This in theory sounds fine, until you […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 Tips: First Home Buyer
First home buyer – tips Buying a first home can be a daunting experience. To make this process enjoyable, think about the following tips: 1. Read the contract carefully Make sure that you understand all the terms and conditions. If not, ask!! 2. Allow extra time for delays Despite the best intentions projects can run […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 Bathroom – Minimum Distances
You will need to establish the minimum requirements for space around your bathroom: Allow at least 600mm in front of the toilet and approximately 200mm either side of the bowl for elbowroom. 700mm should be allowed between the front of the basin and the nearest wall or object. Power points should be located at […]
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| 20 May 2013 Payment