ᐅ Construction Planning

Plan your construction project successfully: Learn how smart building planning can save you time, stress, and money!

Costs for Carpenter and Roofer Services for a Duplex

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Kalle88•13 Jul 2018 13:17

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Bookstar • 14 Jul 2018 08:17

New Construction of a Single-Family Home Single-family home, 125 square meters, located in Brandenburg

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Maddin.m•11 Jul 2018 10:28

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11ant • 13 Jul 2018 18:50

Tearing down a house and building a new one? Hidden costs? Permits / building approvals?

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EG_889•12 Jul 2018 11:29

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Lumpi_LE • 13 Jul 2018 08:54

Insulation of a Detached Semi-Detached House – Experiences?

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MoeTavern•8 Jul 2018 20:59

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Escroda • 13 Jul 2018 08:08

Classic urban villa with flat roof or double shed roof – any ideas?

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fullkehr•10 Jul 2018 21:16

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ypg • 11 Jul 2018 18:30

Architect / Structural Engineer Services, Execution Plan, Scope

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Kalle88•10 Jul 2018 10:36

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niri09 • 11 Jul 2018 12:00

Removal of Interior Wall (Lightweight Concrete Block V 25) in an Older Building – Any Tips?

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Theo.Retisch•10 Jul 2018 10:53

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11ant • 10 Jul 2018 12:22

Your Experience with Vinyl Flooring – Click Installation or Glue Down?

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sauerpeter•11 Dec 2017 10:28

Answers: 21

Tina mit K • 10 Jul 2018 09:02

Which construction company builds with Poroton blocks? (North Rhine-Westphalia) Thanks for any information.

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Hausbau5678•22 Jun 2018 22:16

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Jens-M • 8 Jul 2018 18:52

Choosing the type of house construction – wood or masonry? What are your thoughts?

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der_andy•1 Jul 2018 10:31

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Traumfaenger • 7 Jul 2018 22:52

Forced sale of a secondary apartment – Is priority possible?

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john2007•5 Jul 2018 20:44

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11ant • 6 Jul 2018 18:48

Buying a Used Conservatory Awning – Does It Make Sense?

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Tigger86•4 Jul 2018 17:13

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Tigger86 • 5 Jul 2018 18:02

Determining the height of the house – what should you pay special attention to?

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zizzi•10 May 2018 20:53

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zizzi • 5 Jul 2018 12:57

Is Building and Renting a Semi-Detached House a Viable Investment?

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Makav55•1 Jul 2018 17:01

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Deliverer • 4 Jul 2018 12:31

Septic Tank or Watertight Concrete Basement? What Was Recommended to You and Why?

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saibot•29 Jun 2018 23:05

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Bookstar • 3 Jul 2018 22:13

Talbau House Experiences – Does anyone have experience with this or other companies?

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Buale•8 Jan 2017 23:47

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Logologo • 2 Jul 2018 22:19

Should the duct for the range hood be built into the wall or installed through a core drill hole?

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zizzi•28 Jun 2018 14:43

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zizzi • 1 Jul 2018 23:28

Extension Masonry and Roof Construction – Which Type of Brick/Roof Beam?

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dawolli•29 Jun 2018 23:14

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dawolli • 30 Jun 2018 17:23

Is the gutter long enough? Does it not drip or leak there?

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hondazp11•27 Jun 2018 22:40

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HilfeHilfe • 28 Jun 2018 07:23

Prefab house provider with electrical installation as a self-performed task

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Peter L•1 Jun 2018 17:10

Answers: 14

11ant • 27 Jun 2018 15:55

House Extension – Is Insulation Necessary for an Older Building? Experiences and Tips?

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AltUndNeu•25 Jun 2018 11:28

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AltUndNeu • 25 Jun 2018 17:37

Dennert Icon 3+, does anyone have one with a Select section?

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Lillypad•12 Feb 2018 14:24

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11ant • 23 Jun 2018 14:07

Applying Joint Compound to a Drywall Ceiling – Should You Fill Only the Joints or the Entire Surface?

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schoermi•22 Jun 2018 00:28

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j.bluminger • 23 Jun 2018 10:56

Pay attention to small details during the planning stage, such as towel warmers and similar features.

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Hausbauer1•1 Mar 2018 21:41

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Alex85 • 21 Jun 2018 20:04

Fencing a Plot of Land – Temporary and Cost-Effective Solutions?

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fraumurmel•21 Jun 2018 19:01

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Nordlys • 21 Jun 2018 19:32

During the installation of the roof panels, the coating was damaged.

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schwede133•20 Jun 2018 22:18

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Otus11 • 21 Jun 2018 08:15

Choosing a Plot for a Semi-Detached House – Which One Would You Choose?

Occorim•18 Jun 2018 13:27

Answers: 21

11ant • 20 Jun 2018 19:27

Building with Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) – Who has experience with this?

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AnNaHF79•19 Jun 2018 14:30

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11ant • 20 Jun 2018 14:56

Freestanding bathroom wall: Can the wall support a double sink?

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Schluffi0815•17 Jun 2018 08:58

Answers: 15

11ant • 19 Jun 2018 17:33

Single-Family House Budget Planning: How Much Should You Allocate in Total?

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NicoUndFamily•14 Jun 2018 17:01

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DanielaS • 18 Jun 2018 08:56

Repelling wasps – What works best? Thanks for your tips!

Nafetsm•11 Jun 2018 14:47

Answers: 10

andi90 • 15 Jun 2018 14:09

Anyone with too much money and poor judgment buys an old house and renovates it.

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Thierse•11 Jun 2018 10:58

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Spunk • 12 Jun 2018 16:26

Build a house with a knee wall of 75 cm (30 inches) or two full stories? Your opinion?

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Donradon•9 Jun 2018 06:32

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11ant • 10 Jun 2018 22:55

Aerated concrete exterior wall 15 cm instead of 17 cm? Experiences/tips?

blaupuma•9 Jun 2018 20:33

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Tom1607 • 10 Jun 2018 06:21

Roof tiles damaged. Possible subsequent damage or moss growth?

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Geisti•27 May 2018 10:09

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Geisti • 9 Jun 2018 20:09

Adding a Wooden Facade to an Existing External Thermal Insulation Composite System (ETICS)? Cost per Square Meter?

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jx7•8 Jun 2018 08:53

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ypg • 8 Jun 2018 23:47

130 m² bungalow with double carport on a 600 m² plot?

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Elnino•30 Nov 2017 14:56

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ypg • 8 Jun 2018 20:25

Calculation of the usable floor area for a storage space under the stairs

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and1986•7 Jun 2018 23:27

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11ant • 8 Jun 2018 19:54

Buy a house to renovate or build a new one? Which option to choose?

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Thierse•8 Jun 2018 07:40

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nordanney • 8 Jun 2018 09:50

Building a New Home, Buying a House, or Renovating the Family Home – How to Make the Right Decision!

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Merymery•5 Jun 2018 11:24

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HilfeHilfe • 6 Jun 2018 21:50

Renting a house or buying/building one? How did you decide?

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Thierse•3 Jun 2018 15:36

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ypg • 6 Jun 2018 15:25

Exterior Landscaping – Tasks – Hiring a Landscape Contractor

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zizzi•3 Jun 2018 18:04

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Nordlys • 5 Jun 2018 13:17

Buying a Plot: Corner Lot or a Lot in the Middle?

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Thierse•4 Jun 2018 11:38

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Wickie • 5 Jun 2018 08:09

Building a House on a Slope – When Is It Better to Avoid It?

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Thierse•3 Jun 2018 12:32

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Thierse • 4 Jun 2018 11:40

New construction of a semi-detached house approximately 8 by 11 meters, assessment of floor plan and windows

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espressionist•18 May 2018 12:56

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sven.conzi • 3 Jun 2018 09:47

What is the best way to keep a construction diary – should I use the template provided by the professional association?

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Pommes01•1 Jun 2018 13:12

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HilfeHilfe • 1 Jun 2018 15:23

Is Detailed Planning Recommended for a Single-Family Home?

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Neubau_Family•29 May 2018 15:37

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Nordlys • 30 May 2018 22:06

Measurement of masonry quantities – allowance for waste

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denz.•30 May 2018 11:08

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Alex85 • 30 May 2018 18:54

Narrow Plot with Borderline Construction – Various Questions and Issues

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Helado•29 Mar 2018 10:12

Answers: 26

11ant • 29 May 2018 23:37

Shoes on the patio – where to put them? Would a cabinet be a good solution?

kaho674•23 May 2018 11:45

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Nordlys • 27 May 2018 20:26

Gentle Slope – Should You Build on the Slope or Add Fill?

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Solvin•25 May 2018 08:24

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11ant • 27 May 2018 00:30

Experiences with low-energy houses? What should be considered?

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nancy_s•30 Aug 2011 09:40

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toxicmolotof • 25 May 2018 15:16

Renovation and Conversion of a Single-Family Home with a Secondary Suite – What Are Your Thoughts?

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Joschka80•20 May 2018 01:11

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11ant • 20 May 2018 03:20

Approach to Price Negotiations and Offer Evaluation

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oxyd21•18 May 2018 14:43

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Knallkörper • 19 May 2018 13:34

The silicone sealant around the window has numerous unsightly residues.

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Amnesia•18 May 2018 10:37

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Amnesia • 18 May 2018 13:06

Building a House in Your “Old Home” Near Family or for Work?

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Nina1987•17 May 2018 12:01

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HilfeHilfe • 18 May 2018 11:52

Looking for a home construction company in the Berlin-Brandenburg area

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cneefe•26 Jun 2011 23:07

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Susann • 18 May 2018 11:05

Driveway only 2.70 meters wide – What would be the minimum width?

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Apex8•17 May 2018 20:47

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Traumfaenger • 17 May 2018 22:11

Severe weather warning level red for our construction area tomorrow!

KingSong•12 May 2018 21:13

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zizzi • 15 May 2018 20:19

Neighbors startled by the building structure. Has anyone experienced this before?

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NeuerNachbar•7 May 2018 21:36

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Nordlys • 15 May 2018 18:46

Are L-shaped retaining blocks problematic on the neighbor’s side due to a slight slope?

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Pädda•14 May 2018 09:51

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Steven • 15 May 2018 08:45

Water, Gas, and Electricity – Disconnection and Reconnection?

Bauherr&-frau•14 May 2018 19:49

Answers: 10

11ant • 15 May 2018 02:25

Free software for floor plan design – any tool recommendations?

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unser_schloss•12 May 2018 01:36

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ruppsn • 14 May 2018 13:09

Looking for a property developer in Schleswig-Holstein. Can anyone recommend one?

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j1nX88•13 May 2018 08:57

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Nordlys • 14 May 2018 09:17

New Water Connection Inside the House for an External Submersible Well Pump

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Andre99•5 May 2018 10:11

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Andre99 • 14 May 2018 05:58

First Meeting with the Construction Manager – How to Prepare?

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zizzi•10 May 2018 20:47

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ypg • 10 May 2018 23:37

Liability Waiver for Heavy Construction Equipment

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Traumfaenger•6 Apr 2018 23:04

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HilfeHilfe • 10 May 2018 07:15

Safety switch for range hood with mechanical ventilation system

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Roppo•7 Mar 2018 09:56

Answers: 19

blackm88 • 9 May 2018 20:31

Building a Single-Family Home Suitable for Extended Absences – What Should You Consider?

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Pianist•7 May 2018 08:22

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haydee • 8 May 2018 16:45

Tile grout in new construction appears blotchy – Have you experienced similar issues?

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benkler1401•7 May 2018 15:49

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Benutzer 1003 • 8 May 2018 08:20

Reconstructing a neoclassical facade. How was this originally done?

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Pianist•6 May 2018 11:37

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Pianist • 8 May 2018 07:48

Single-family house with 1.5 or 2 stories – Is there an extra cost for multiple floors?

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MoinMoin•7 May 2018 09:58

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MoinMoin • 7 May 2018 21:22

Looking for building plans for a multi-family house with 4 apartments and a penthouse

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DominikW•5 May 2018 12:25

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11ant • 7 May 2018 13:50

Shadow casting – Is there still afternoon sun on an east-facing plot?

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dineweg•5 May 2018 12:45

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ypg • 5 May 2018 22:53

Extension to a House Built in 1964 – Best Approaches? Experiences?

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Specki•4 May 2018 13:33

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Escroda • 5 May 2018 08:33

House Offers – How to Compare Them Most Effectively?

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Katdreas•3 May 2018 16:01

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ypg • 4 May 2018 22:48

Replacing Front Steps and House Foundation Finish – Ideas Needed

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cschiko•4 May 2018 10:40

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cschiko • 4 May 2018 10:40

House Extension / Addition to a Semi-Detached Home in MOL / Brandenburg

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bucker.robert•3 May 2018 11:29

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bucker.robert • 4 May 2018 09:35

Grid connection or temporary construction power—which should come first? Any experiences?

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MangoLychee•3 May 2018 17:47

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Mycraft • 3 May 2018 19:02

Recommendations for General Contractors in Hanau / Main-Kinzig District / Frankfurt Metropolitan Area – Thanks for Your Tips

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Peter L•3 May 2018 11:15

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niri09 • 3 May 2018 11:49

Building a Shower: What Slope and Screed Thickness Are Required?

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klausffm•29 Apr 2018 11:23

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nordanney • 2 May 2018 10:26

Hallway width in a bungalow? How to design it so it doesn’t feel like a narrow corridor?

blaupuma•1 May 2018 10:48

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blaupuma • 1 May 2018 19:15

Recommendations for Floor Finishes in Single-Family Homes – Which One Is Best?

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twimnrw•1 May 2018 17:35

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twimnrw • 1 May 2018 17:35

Bathroom Layout – How would you arrange it? Window placement?

blaupuma•1 May 2018 13:43

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Alex85 • 1 May 2018 14:36

Cladding the Space Between Semi-Detached Houses – What Is the Best Approach?

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Dominik69242•26 Apr 2018 11:40

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ypg • 1 May 2018 09:57

Porous concrete bungalow – experiences? DIY beginner questions!

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GooSe_77•24 Apr 2018 10:38

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Grit Stephan • 29 Apr 2018 23:28

Single-family house without a basement – creating additional usable space elsewhere

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EnnoBecker•26 Mar 2018 14:43

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NanDe • 29 Apr 2018 17:47

Summer heat protection and winter insulation – experiences?

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Skyfire•15 Apr 2018 14:23

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Mastermind1 • 29 Apr 2018 09:49

Incorporating splash guard strips with old concrete debris around the house?

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TLB1475•27 Apr 2018 08:42

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TLB1475 • 27 Apr 2018 11:02

Different Statements from General Contractor / Construction Supervisor Regarding Heating

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Yoschi•25 Apr 2018 08:21

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Joedreck • 26 Apr 2018 09:53

Is it feasible to carry out interior electrical installation as a DIY project?

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HausbauTiNa•20 Apr 2018 21:40

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Knöpfchen • 25 Apr 2018 16:26

Choosing a Plot and House Orientation: Which One Would You Choose?

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kneeblundzoe•21 Apr 2018 22:13

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Nordlys • 23 Apr 2018 20:10

Shed roof: Should the ceiling be dropped for visual reasons as well as heating efficiency?

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AnNaHF79•26 Mar 2018 14:11

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AnNaHF79 • 21 Apr 2018 16:16

Insulation for Screed in KfW 55 Standard – No Perimeter Insulation?

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Skyfire•20 Apr 2018 17:57

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Joedreck • 21 Apr 2018 07:58

Planning Clear Ceiling Heights – Any Experiences?

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Nagilum•24 Jan 2012 11:47

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ypg • 20 Apr 2018 08:14

Looking for Reliable Construction Companies in Southern Baden – Freiburg / Kaiserstuhl Area

xxsonicxx•21 Mar 2018 10:16

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xxsonicxx • 20 Apr 2018 07:45

House Construction Project – Site Planning of the House as per Site Layout Drawing

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tamtamtam•24 Feb 2018 21:37

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haydee • 19 Apr 2018 14:53

Bathroom layout with minimal wall space – Which bathroom configuration to choose?

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Sandro_MU•18 Apr 2018 09:30

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Sandro_MU • 18 Apr 2018 13:23

Blockboard or particleboard, or specialized soundproof doors?

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Pädda•16 Apr 2018 07:06

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toxicmolotof • 18 Apr 2018 08:21

Thermal Curtains – Do They Really Work? – Who Has Experience?

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Andreas48•13 Apr 2018 09:24

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Knallkörper • 16 Apr 2018 16:53