In Victoria there has been a wave of legislative reform over the past couple of years. As a result, the Housing Industry Association (HIA) has been required to update its contracts on a regular basis. What does this mean for builders? The new legislation and updates to the contracts mean that builders using older versions
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At Dahlsens our supply partners are central to our ability to provide a premium service to each of our clients, so we make sure we only work with the best. The Claytons Group is no exception. As one of our standout suppliers, their continued collaboration with Dahlsens underpins our seamless, hassle-free joinery and stone delivery and
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Ezipier’s adjustable steel piers and stumps are making an impact on the Australian flooring market. So what is Ezipier and why is it proving so popular? The back story Originating in Sydney in 1991, Spantec conceptualised and started manufacturing adjustable steel piers to be used under sub-floors. Spantec are now the leaders in steel flooring systems
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Wall panelling can reinvent the look and feel of the interior of a home. With multiple design choices, in a range of materials and finishes, there are numerous options available to choose from. ClevaClic ClevaClic features the unique and worldwide patented Uniclic® system which makes the panels very easy to hook into each other and click
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Nailing the Hamptons look is easy with our simple. five-step guide. Step 1: Weatherboard The clean lines and period feel of weatherboard are essential for an authentic Hamptons home. Scyon Linea cladding delivers the perfect look but is easier to install and more durable than timber. Step 2: Windows Windows are a major feature of the
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The past 25 years have seen Peter Bowen Homes go from strength to strength. A home builder in the Albury-Wodonga and surrounding Riverina areas, Peter built his first display home at the age of 29 and delivered six houses that year. Today, Peter, his wife Jayne and his team are delivering 80 houses a year. Market
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Leigh Allchin has been modernising the home building landscape in the Warragul area since the launch of Allchin Builders in 2009. His focus on creative thinking delivers the inimitable ‘wow’ factor when it comes to modern home design. A unique approach to home design Allchin Builders operates primarily in Warragul, but also services a larger area
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When it comes to building materials, wood is both the oldest and the newest choice, evolving in use from the purely functional to the truly beautiful. Extracts from the recent Planet Ark report, Wood – Nature Inspired Design, explore some of the health and wellbeing benefits of exposure to this most ancient and modern material. Our
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It’s no secret that the construction industry can be a stressful workplace, and this is especially true when you’re running your own business. Long hours, tight deadlines, physical strain and risk of injury can all contribute to potential wear and tear on your mental health. Recent studies suggest that a slide in mental health can lead
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T K Old Homes is a familiar name in the Yarra Valley region, celebrating its 45thyear in operation in 2017 and servicing clients throughout Lilydale, Croydon, Mooroolbark, Montrose, Mitchum and the greater Yarra Valley area in Melbourne’s outer east. Ken Old spoke to us about the rich history and fantastic team that is T K Old
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With the number of allergy sufferers on the rise in Australia, one of the most important considerations in building a healthy home is the elimination of dampness, mould and dust mites – and one of the biggest culprits in causing all these issues is condensation. Why can condensation be harmful to allergy sufferers? Condensation or
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The security of your construction site should be an important consideration when setting up every project. Not only can vandalism and theft threaten your bottom line, site security can help to meet occupational health and safety standards and keep both staff and the general public out of harm’s way. A build site is full of
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