When do your chimney and fireplace require a professional clean?
Keeping your chimney and fireplace clean has a lot more benefits besides basic hygiene. A clean chimney and fireplace reduces a smoky odour in the home, allows a fire to burn nicely, prevents smoke from billowing into living spaces and decreases the chance of a fire emergency.
Read moreCommon Home Renovation Mistakes
Taking on a whole home renovation project is a smart move to make. For one thing, renovation is a much more cost effective option to building from the ground up.
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After inspection the engineer will determine, the type of blocks to be used, the quantity of the materials which will be required.
Read moreThe pros and cons of log homes
A cosy log home is one of the best options for homeowners looking to incorporate a rustic, natural design aesthetic into their living space.
Read moreThe Role of a project manager
The project manager will be responsible for general liason between the field and the architect and owne
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Choosing the correct tiles for your home is an important and vital task. Choosing the right tiles will ensure aesthetic benefits as well as durability.
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7. Security Your home will be open 8-10 hours of the day, with gates opening and closing. The opportunistic criminal can see this as an invitation to gain access. Inform your contractor if, and when you are expecting deliveries and when your gardener will be there and when not. Most contractors and their staff will guard your house, as if it is their own, so you don’t have to be concerned.
Read moreHandy Tips for Purchasing Building Materials
Discover expert advice for navigating the process of purchasing building materials and achieving your home improvement goals in South Africa.
Read moreDesigner Tiling and Heating
When tiling over existing tiles the thought is a sensible choice for commercial clients who are looking to revamp but continue to trade during the project. This type of installation avoids the noise, mess and additional costs
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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 moreUnderstanding the Cost of Home Renovations
Discover essential tips for estimating the cost of home renovations, ensuring a successful and budget-friendly project.
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 moreStonemasons
Stonemasons prepare and build with soft stone, marble, granite concrete blocks or any other materials involved with building, repairing stone structures.
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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 moreDrywall is one of the Toughest trades to master.
Always sand the entire wall to flatten out all imperfections.
Read moreHow Much Does it Cost to Fully Renovate a House in South Africa?
Remember to plan ahead, stick to your budget, and work with a reliable contractor to ensure a successful renovation project.
Read moreReinventing your space
Before choosing a colour, look at your space and find a shade that works best with the other accents in the room.
Read moreFloor Tiles
Installing, maintaining, and cleaning household floor tiles is essential for keeping your floors looking great and extending their lifespan.
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