7 ways to cut down on building costs without sacrificing quality.
Buy materials direct from the brick manufacturer, you save 10% on the cost from other suppliers, it’s not easy to find one that will sell bricks to you direct but they do exist.
Read moreSelf-levelling cement screed floor
The beauty of a cement screed floor is the ability to be able to stain, paint, polish or etch to suit the style of a home.
Read moreProskim Construction Demolition Tips
There is a few Important things to know before you starting to do Demolishing at your house.
Read morePrepair the wood
Staining plywood is a little trickier since plywood tends to soak up stain at different rates,
Read moreDamp proofing or Damp-Proof
Falling damp is the ingress of moisture from the top of a property.
Read moreStonemasons
Stonemasons prepare and build with soft stone, marble, granite concrete blocks or any other materials involved with building, repairing stone structures.
Read moreYour Ultimate Home Renovations Check List
When it comes to property renovations, doing your homework beforehand is the first thing you owe yourself. Proper planning is of paramount importance and it eliminates the two monsters that normally haunt both contractor and property owner; one: going over my budget, and two: taking longer than expected to finish a project. From my expensive bad experiences, I have come to understand that there is a checklist to follow if you want your property revamp to be hassle free.
Read moreEasy construction tips for you
Domestic roof Construction is the framing and roof covering which is found on most suburban detached houses in cold and temperature climates
Read moreHow much does it cost to renovate an entire house in South Africa?
Renovating a house is a big decision that requires careful planning and budgeting. In South Africa, the cost of renovation can vary depending on the size and scope of the project, as well as the materials and finishes used.
Read moreSite Preparation
Top soil containing grass roots should be removed from the area on which unreinforced or reinforced slabs are to rest. Any loose or disturbed ground should be compacted.
Read moreTilers and Tiles
Your tiler should provide you with a written quotation; ask for references, past experience and ask if they have some photographs of past work.
Read moreYour first building experience?
While you do want the best quality construction, you also want to ensure that every cent you spend is delivering value
Read moreTHE DANGERS OF BLOCKED DRAINS
Bad smells. A steady flow of water removes bad smells, whereas stagnant water and the collection of materials that decompose over time create bad odours that eventually permeates your house.
Read moreRepairing Plaster Ceiling and Drywall Cracks
Scrape flaking paint and any other loose material from around cracks with the 1-inch putty knife.
Read moreScaffolding
Doing a job in a high place on your property can be very tricky when struggling with a ladder. if the need has called for a new plan scaffolding is your best bet. This, if used properly and safely, can be a very large benefit to your need to get to those high spots safely.
Read moreBrick laying
This article will dissect two elements involved in construction, namely: brick laying and retaining walls.
Read moreDamp Repairs
Damp or dampness also called structural dampness, this is unwanted moisture in the structure of a building
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