Common 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.
Read moreHiring a Building Contractor
Hiring a contractor can be one of the most stressful experiences you encounter, so getting the right team on board is critical.
Read moreDamp proofing or Damp-Proof
Falling damp is the ingress of moisture from the top of a property.
Read moreAsk For A Guarantee
If the contractor is not comfortable with the issuing of guarantees, we recommend that you find another Contractor.
Read moreHow to Choose the Best Renovation Contractor in Cape Town?
Communicate your expectations and needs clearly with the contractor and establish a project management plan that includes regular progress updates and communication.
Read moreDrywall is one of the Toughest trades to master.
Always sand the entire wall to flatten out all imperfections.
Read moreCreating More Space in Your South African Home: A Guide for Homeowners and Renovators
Renovate your South African home to unlock hidden space and transform it into your dream sanctuary.
Read moreDry Walling
A Drywall is used to construct walls and ceilings and has become a popular material now used in most homes. Drywall is also known as wallboard, plasterboard or gypsum board and takes the form of panels of gypsum plaster pressed between thick sheets of fiberglass matting or heavyweight paper that are called facers and backers. Additives that prevent mildew, condensation or flammability can be induced in the gypsum plaster layer.
Read moreStair casing
Everyone can follow some tips so that their staircase is cleaner and safer for their family. Stairs are sometimes the most often walked area in the house, dust and dirt can build up very easily and cause major problems in your home.
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 moreBenefits of a large Garage
Having a garage can offer numerous benefits for homeowners, and considering a flat-roofed garage for potential future home extension can be a practical choice
Read moreFloor Tiles
Installing, maintaining, and cleaning household floor tiles is essential for keeping your floors looking great and extending their lifespan.
Read moreYour contractor is your partner, know them better
As a client, you don’t want a contractor to be in your home for a month, doing work that could be have been completed in a week or two
Read moreCONSIDER THIS BEFORE YOU START ON YOUR BUILDING PROJECT
For projects that span over 3 months, it is very important to understand that material (hardware) prices may change at any time of the year.
Read moreDEFECTIVE BUILDING DEFECTS
A common risk is the construction/ addition of unauthorized building structures which may add to the structural burden
Read moreAfrisom Projects Pty Ltd
Home Owners need know what to be done when, how and why during or before commencing any building work from renovations, alterations, additions, refurbishment and structural changes. Drawing of old and or new plans submission and Mostenrolment with relevant regulatory bodies.
Read moreHow to Identify Defects in Old Buildings
Moreover, inadequate draining and cracking concrete are also evident. Cement, bricks, concrete, wood, etc. are the most common raw materials of Indian houses. Older houses have older bricks and mortars exposed to temperature fluctuations and moisture years after years.
Read moreCarpenters
Carpenters may specialise in a particular area of the trade, so please be sure your chosen professional is able to complete your specific project by advising very clearly what you need and what you expect!
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