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A sanctuary of your own IMAGINE a development with tree-lined streets, picturesque views integrated with surrounding landscapes, incorporating a two metre wide walking and bicycle path, which joins Archer and Melbourne Roads. You have just entered Sanctuary Park. Continued Page 3 PRIME REAL ESTATE‌ From left, Chilcott Real Estate sales executive, Brett Hancock and director, Matt Chilcott can help you find the perfect block of land at the new, picturesque Sanctuary Park estate. Photo: Emma Hillier.
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new House&Land When should homeowners worry about
cracks in the walls? WALL cracks are common in Australian houses and though some are nothing to worry about, others can indicate a sinking or damaged foundation. Turning a blind eye to wall cracks may also result in the homeowner missing the warning signs for serious and ongoing structural damage. If the root cause of wall cracks is not identified and addressed, the damaged foundations can quickly devalue a property.
When do wall cracks indicate a structural problem?
Generally, smaller hairline cracks are not cause for concern. These are usually the result of seasonal expansion and contraction of clay soils beneath the house resulting in minor foundation movement. These types of cracks can be easily patched and re-painted. However, larger cracks that display the following characteristics may indicate a weakness in the property’s foundation: • One side of the wall is higher than the other • Doors and windows no longer close in their frame • Cracks are wider than about 5mm (half a centimetre) Problematic wall cracks will typically start at windows, doorways or house corners.
What causes large wall cracks?
Large cracks may appear because the property’s foundation has shrunk or lost its strength, causing all or part of the house to sink. This usually happens because the moisture in the soil beneath the settled section of the home is either too wet or too dry. In Australia, the CSIRO’s Homeowner’s Guide is a great resource for understanding why a home may move and how to manage the soil beneath its footings.
How to fix large cracks in the wall
VIBRANT RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY… From left, Chilcott Real Estate director, Matt Chilcott and sales executive, Brett Hancock at Sanctuary Park estate, which boasts a vibrant residential community. Photo: Emma Hillier.
A sanctuary of your own Continued from Front Page. CHILCOTT Real Estate owner, Matthew Chilcott said of this new estate, “Sanctuary Park is ideally located just minutes from Shepparton’s CBD and only 1.5 hours from Melbourne.” “It offers a superb, relaxing lifestyle, with easy access to everything and it’s safe, making it the perfect place to raise a family.” Sanctuary Park is close to Riverside Plaza, with the new look Coles and over 16 speciality stores, ranging from fashion and jewellery, chemist, newsagent, hairdressing, beauty and homewares through to several food outlets. The area also boasts some excellent schools, including Kialla Central, Kialla West
and Orrvale State Schools. A new Catholic school complex is soon to be built within walking distance to Sanctuary Park. And, with Emerald Bank, Shepparton Motor Museum, Shepparton Paceway and other sporting facilities within close proximity, there is always something to do. Sanctuary Park comprises approximately 200 allotments varying in size to suit all lifestyles and has been planned as a high quality, vibrant residential community. Block sizes are from 753sqm to 958sqm and start at $109,000. Contact Matthew Chilcott at Chilcott Real Estate at 119A Wyndham Street, Shepparton, phone 5821 5566 to organise an inspection of this prime real estate.
The best long-term solution for fixing large cracks is to lift, re-level and re-support the home. This process is called ‘underpinning’. As the house is elevated to a level position, the cracks may close or become smaller (plaster or render walls can then be patched and repainted). Windows and doors will also usually begin to work properly again. According to James O’Grady from ground engineering firm, Mainmark, a modern, innovative alternative to traditional concrete underpinning is Uretek® resin injection. A lot like keyhole surgery, an expanding Uretek® resin is injected into the home’s foundations through tiny holes (usually 16mm, but as small as 6mm if used inside the house). The resin expands to fill in voids and compact soft ground, exerting controlled pressure to raise the home back towards a consistent level. The process is very specific and carefully controlled using laser technology. This method can be a good option because it: • Rarely takes more than a day • Doesn’t require home owners to move out • Involves no digging (therefore no mess) • Can be completed around furniture and floor coverings • May be carried out from outside the house, so it doesn’t interrupt day-to-day life. To determine if a home requires underpinning, consult a structural engineer to assess the cause of the crack and recommend a solution. The team from Mainmark can then be contacted to discuss the scope of work and arrange a quotation.
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PREPARE FOR HARSHER CONDITIONS… Hotondo Homes Shepparton managing director, Colin Mintern has all the tips and hints you need to start preparing your home for harsher weather conditions. Photo: Emma Hillier.
Great tips for winter WITH winter fast approaching, home owners are advised to start preparing their homes for harsher weather conditions. Only last year, a severe storm tore through the region and damaged up to seven homes, with winds reaching around 90km/h in the Shepparton area. Local Hotondo Homes builder, Colin Mintern says it is important to partake in some simple maintenance on your home to pre-emptively protect it as the temperature drops. “Per forming even the most basic of maintenance tasks to your home, particularly old ones, can help prolong its lifespan, and prevent repair costs from blowing out,” Colin said. “Freak storms happen, and some maintenance could help reduce damage caused by them. I would strongly urge everyone to take some time out to address these issues.” Prune Your Garden: Trees that are in proximity to your home and powerlines should be pruned. Determine whether this
can be done yourself, or if the council or a professional is required, as trees that are too close pose a safety risk and can easily start fires. Roof and Tiles Check: Check your roof for loose, damaged or missing tiles. Taking the time for a quick examination now could save you a lot of money and time in fixing a leak that has destroyed your walls, flooring or furniture later. Clear Your Gutters: Make sure the winter rain has a clear path and your gutters are free of debris and leaves. Colin advises to also ensure the drains are carrying the water away from the home’s foundation. Secure Large Objects: Any loose objects you have around your home such as an outdoor setting or playground should be secured down. Many homes can be damaged when items get blown around. Hotondo Homes Shepparton is your local new home builders. You can visit Colin and the team at their new display home at 82 Canterbury Avenue, Shepparton every day of the week, 12pm – 5pm.
Building Departments Summary
of building permits for Greater Shepparton City Council for April 2016
38% $3M+
Increase in New Dwellings when compared to April 2015
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Beautiful estates, rural lifestyle
OUT OF TOWN LIVING… Kevin Hicks Real Estate, owner/director, Kevin Hicks at the Tallygaroopna site for the new housing development, Woodlands Estate. Photo: Emma Hillier.
ENJOY a tree change and more rural lifestyle close to the city of Shepparton at affordable prices. Kevin Hicks Real Estate has great options out of town for buyers looking for s e mi-re gio na l li v ing, inc lu ding Tallygaroopna with Woodlands Estate, Tatura with Northlinks and Merrigum with Waverley Park. “There are many advantages to small town living,” Kevin Hicks Real Estate director, Kevin Hicks said. “You get that great community spirit, yet with numerous handy services and amenities such a schools, churches, sporting facilities and at Northlinks, for instance, you’re even close to your own backyard golf course.” “Merrigum and Tallygaroopna both have full services, such as town water and gas,
and are only a short drive to Shepparton.” “The added benefit of buying through Kevin Hicks Real Estate is that our successful selling team, with many years of combined experience, will assist in the process of buying land or any other real estate, offering clients an all-round positive experience,” Kevin said. For more information on these rural estates, plus other Shepparton & Kialla estates including Kialla Lakes, Seven Creeks, Golf Rise, Connolly Park and The Gardens, see the advertisement in today’s edition of New House and Land on page 13. For all your house and land needs, contact the experienced team at Kevin Hicks Real Estate on 5821 8388 or visit www.kevinhicksrealestate.com.au/ residential-estate-list.
Get the right loan with GMCU GREAT RANGE OF PRODUCTS… GMCU Shepparton branch manager, Dallas Moore says that the GMCU offers a range of complementary products for home borrowers, like general banking, reward accounts and insurances. Photo: Emma Hillier.
GOULBURN Murray Credit Union (GMCU) has been serving locals in central Victoria for over 60 years. We asked GMCU’s Shepparton branch manager, Dallas Moore why people choose to get their home loan from the credit union. Mr Moore said, “Our staff are all locals and we are able to work one-on-one with each individual borrower, evaluate their specific needs and find a loan that suits them personally. “We are not working for commission, and because we are owned by our members we are not looking for the highest profit for shareholders. “Essentially, we are working with our
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member to help them. For most home buyers, it is the biggest purchase of their lives and it can be confusing. One of my biggest priorities is to make the process as simple and stress-free as possible for the borrower.” Mr Moore mentioned that GMCU offers a range of complementary products for home borrowers, like general banking, reward accounts and insurances. “Borrowing with the credit union means your lender can also assist with your general banking needs in a one-stop-shop.” If you are ready to purchase or build your dream home, look to a banking professional to help you at the GMCU. You can visit the GMCU in Shepparton at 92 Fryers Street, or phone Dallas Moore on 5821 9033. GMCU also has branches and lending professionals in Benalla, Echuca, Euroa, Kilmore, Kyabram, Mooroopna, Numurkah and Seymour.
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Blocks available from $109,000 inc GST Ideally located in Shepparton’s South, Sanctuary Park is just minutes from the CBD and only 1.5 hours from Melbourne.
Allotments
Comprised of approximately 200 allotments varying in size to suit all lifestyles and has been planned as a high quality residential community.
Open Space
Development is characterised by tree-lined streets, picturesque views, integrated with surrounding landscapes and an informal network of parklands, incorporating a two metre wide walking and bicycle path through Sanctuary Park Drive joining Archer Road and Melbourne Road.
Proximity to Facilities
Sanctuary Park offers a superb relaxing lifestyle with Emerald Bank, Shepparton Car Museum, Shepparton Paceway and other various sporting facilities within close proximity. Also close by is Riverside Plaza that comprises a new look Coles Supermarket and over 16 specialty stores that range from cafes, gifts and homewares, chemist, newsagent, hairdressing and beauty.
Matthew Chilcott 0407 057 036 Brett Hancock 0447 254 055 www.chilcottrealestate.com.au
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new House&Land David Reid Homes raising the standards COBRAM Barooga builders, Darrell and Melanie Bowden have joined forces with one of Australia’s largest luxury home builders, David Reid Homes Australasia. Coming soon is the latest David Reid Homes Australasia display home, at Lot 1122, Sanctuary Drive, Kialla Lakes. “Our home is situated on a corner block and we wanted to build The Cooper plan, so our designers have changed the plan to suit the corner block, while maintaining the beautiful Northerly sun aspect for winter warmth,” Darrell said. “We want to highlight that we can change any plan to suit a client’s block, their taste and investment level. We are custom builders, not volume builders, which is what we have won all our HIA awards for. “We also wanted to build The Cooper because it’s from the Allstar range and
we want to display an ‘actual’ house, not a $700,000 house that has absolutely no resemblance to a standard house. “We feel that clients will appreciate that more, so they can look at a plan and the fittings and fixtures of what they will actually be getting when they build with us.” “We want people to see that our standard inclusions are colourbond roofs, stone bench tops, reverse cycle ducted heating and cooling, with all light fittings included. “Smeg appliances and a dishwasher are also standard. There are no tricks or fine print. “David Reid Homes motto is ‘raising the standard’, so we don’t do price wars, we do value,” Darrell said. Check out David Reid Homes out at www. davidreidhomes.com.au or on Facebook, or give Darrell a call on 0407 129 027.
CUSTOM DESIGNS… David Reid Homes are custom builders who can help build your perfect home, with many base plans to choose from including The Daylesford from the Designer series. Image: Supplied.
INTRODUCING NEW LINES… Hot and Cold Shop director, Paul Marshall with Pacific Energy Neo wood fire heater and Esse Combustion stove. Photo: Emma Hillier.
Coonara and ESSE come to Shepparton ALONG with the leading, reliable brands they’ve always stocked, Hot and Cold Shop continues to introduce new lines and is now the proud, official dealers of Coonara wood and gas heating and ESSE combustion stoves, which are relatively new to the Goulburn Valley. This iconic shop has been servicing the Goulburn Valley for over 30 years, providing not only heating and cooling, but solar power, hot water and outdoor kitchens, and also managing system installations, preventative maintenance, and any follow up warranty repairs required. With one of regional Victoria’s largest wood, gas and electric heater displays, the store has more than 30 heaters set up on the floor for your browsing pleasure. Whether it is heating and cooling a single Page 10 – The Adviser, New House & Land – May 2016
room, your whole home, or a commercial installation, the Hot and Cold Shop can make it happen. Hot and Cold Shop Director, Phill Lahm said, “We pride ourselves on being both punctual and reliable. We do the very best we can to deliver projects on time and on budget, because that’s important. “We of fer our ex tensive product knowledge and clear, open communication to our clients, and focus on being competitive with our pricing, as we want people to know you can shop local and still get more than competitive pricing.” For more information on Hot and Cold Shop’s latest products and services, phone 5823 1955 or call in and see the team at 2/7955B Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla.
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new House&Land COMPLETE ANY ROOM… From left, truck driver, Rob Reuss, general manager, Peter Lehne and operations manager, Dale Clark can help you complete any room with quality plaster work. Photo: Supplied.
Creating the perfect look WHEN it comes to building a new home, the underlying plaster work may be one of the most under-considered components, but quality plaster work can complete the look of any room. PlastaMasta Shepparton manager, Peter Lehne said, “From fire shield to normal plaster or even ceiling tiles, there are huge variations in the types of plaster used for different applications, so it’s important to understand the needs of the customer so that we can use the right materials for the right job. “There are also a great range of cornices available from standard paper cornices right through to hand-moulded, ornamental cornices. Each style of cornice is designed to complete the look of the room.
“Whether the client is wanting something modern or contemporary with sharp lines, clean profiles and bold curves, or more classic looks, with hand moulded detail, including cornice work, ceiling roses, arches, keystones and panels, there are many options to choose from.” Peter said, “The most important thing for us is customer service, as we enjoy meeting the needs of our clients and each and every job is important to us. “Service and quality is more than just a cliché. We’re a regional community and we believe that service is still the most important aspect of what we do.” For more information, call in and see the team at PlastaMasta Shepparton, 7969 Goulburn Valley Highway, Shepparton, phone 5823 2088.
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Body corporate management a breeze BETWEEN them, Amelia Wright and Emma Glazebrook have over 15 years’ experience in residential, commercial and industrial owners corporation/body corporate management and are keen to provide their expertise and excellent customer service to the Goulburn Valley region. “Taking over the MBCM Shepparton business has been a challenge, but with significant global growth in the strata-titled sector of property development, there is a real need for experienced and qualified owners corporation specialists to ensure that peoples’ investments are compliant with the relevant legislation and are properly protected to maximise their value,” MBCM Shepparton co-owner, Amelia Wright said. “We also support the local economy by engaging with other local businesses such as insurance brokers and local trades and maintenance people and are keen to establish ourselves in the community.” Co-owner, Emma Glazebrook added, “There are a lot of misconceptions about owning in a body corporate and education is the key to a positive owners corporation experience, ensuring that you understand what you are buying and the rights and responsibilities that are associated with that. These can vary from property to property.” To assist unit owners and prospective unit owners, MBCM Shepparton will be running
EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE… From left, MBCM Shepparton co-owners, Amelia Wright and Emma Glazebrook. Photo: Emma Hillier.
a series of free information sessions about owners corporations as well as a ‘drop in clinic’ every Tuesday from 10am to 11:30am for anyone with queries relating to owners corporations or body corporates. For any owners corporation queries, please call 5831 2913 or email info@ mbcmshepparton.com.au. Amelia and Emma would be delighted to assist with a confidential, no obligation discussion regarding your body corporate.
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new House&Land NEW TEAM MEMBER, NEW SERVICE… Admoor Plumbing plumber/gas fitter, Elton Myftargo is the newest member to join the Admoor Plumbing team, who is now available to do all your fittings, as well as checking on gas leaks. Photo: Emma Hillier.
New gas fitter joins the team WITH a new, qualified gas fitter, Admoor Plumbing is now available to do all your fittings, as well as checking on gas leaks. Elton Myftarago is a Shepparton local, with many years’ experience in the industry. He has joined the team at Admoor Plumbing and is qualified to do gas installations, electronic gas leak detection and carbon monoxide testing. He is also able to service and repair all commercial gas appliances, gas heaters, gas hot water units, gas ovens and hotplates and solar and continuous flow hot water units, as well as any other general plumbing maintenance. Husband and wife team Mick and Maria Ciavarella, along with their professional staff of experienced plumbers and irrigation specialists, have been servicing the Mooroopna community for more than 20 years. “ We do ever y thing, including maintenance plumbing, new homes,
sprinkler systems, pumps and tanks and have the experience to tackle all of your projects, big or small,” Maria said. Admoor Plumbing’s extensive plumbing expertise covers everything from replacing hot water services and basic residential maintenance repairs, to plumbing your new home and renovation. They are also able to design and install sprinkler systems, from manual to fully automated. “With Admoor you will enjoy a prompt and thorough service with an impressive 1 to 3-day turnaround on most domestic jobs. “We’re a one-stop shop and the local point-of-call for both the home or commercial set-up.” So, for any commercial, industrial, domestic, roofing or irrigation requirements drop in to Admoor Plumbing, 250 McLennan Street, Mooroopna or phone 5825 1800.
Permits and inspections FROM plans to on-site completion, there are a number of different people and organisations involved in checking that the construction of your home complies with local planning and building laws that control land use and development, building, plumbing and electrical regulations and utility providers. At times, a particular land estate may have specific guidelines that go above and beyond other regulations. • If the land requires a planning permit to build a house, the local council for the municipality will need to approve your plans and drawings to make sure that your house will meet the standards set out in their planning scheme. If this is the case, a planning permit will be issued. From there the plans will need to be assessed by either a building official from the local council or some states and territories have private building certifiers that can fulfil that role. The building certifier will check aspects such as foundations, framing, light and ventilation, fire safety, safe access and materials. They also check the plans to ensure compliance with required set-backs (the distance of the home from the property lines). Once plans are approved, the builder is issued a building permit or approval. During construction, either a municipal or private building certifier checks the building at several stages to ensure that your builder is following the plans that were approved and is complying with the relevant codes and regulations. The number of required inspections Page 14 – The Adviser, New House & Land – May 2016
can vary from one state or territory to another, but generally include inspections of the foundations and footings, a frame inspection prior to the installation of roof and wall cladding and a final inspection to check that the building complies with relevant regulations and is safe for habitation. It is important to remember that the building certifier does not have a role in checking the quality of the building work, they are only responsible for checking that it complies with the minimum or specified building regulations. If a building contract or plans set a higher standard than the building regulations, it is your responsibility to check this with the builder. • Plumbing and electrical work will generally also require permits and inspections. The requirement and number of inspections will vary from state to state. Most local authorities will be responsible for issuing permits and inspecting plumbing and electrical work. In some instances, the utility companies may be responsible. • When the home has been completed to the satisfaction of the building certifier or the person that issued the building permit, you will be issued with a certificate that allows occupation of the building. Note that this certificate generally ensures that the building complies with regulations and is fit for occupancy. It may not cover all items under the contract documents; this is something you should check when doing the final ‘walk through’ at handover.
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