How 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.
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Should you add on or just move on?
In fact to get the maximum benefit out of any alterations you make, you need to be fairly sure that they will make it possible and comfortable for you and your family to stay on in your home for at least the next few years.
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Patio installation
A patio can be created with many materials, but it's hard to beat one made from pavers for ease of installation and low maintenance. It may sometimes come across at a greater cost but in the long run you will save more money as you will not have to continuously seal it and repair will be easier as you will know how it was all done and how it can be fixed.
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Lemon Trees
The first query here would be, do the trees flower? Flowers lead to fruit, and a lack of blooms means your tree cannot produce.
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Palisade Fencing
Securing your home with adequate fencing is one of the most important defenses against intruders gaining entry to your residence.
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Swimming Pool Cleaning
There’s nothing worse than a murky, green swimming pool. Keeping your’s clean this season is certainly worth it if you want a cool, clean place to dip and relax all summer long. Read through our guide on how to keep your swimming pool blue and beautiful. Firstly, it is important to understand why your pool goes green. The unpleasant green colour is attributed to algae which are visible because of their vivid green pigment; called chlorophyll. The more algae multiply in your pool water, the greener it will be. Ele
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Oven Installation
Well done, you have selected your new oven, it needs to be installed in your kitchen. If it is a straight swap out for an old oven, installation will be considerably less complex. If you are installing a new kitchen or renovating your existing kitchen then you are likely to have to consider a number of factors. These include the presence of a power point or a gas point (for gas ovens).
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Skylights
The first major production of skylights began in the Industrial Revolution and, in the 21st century, they have only become more popular for adventurous homeowners who want to feel the outdoors inside their home space. Skylights have an obvious aesthetic appeal, but their use is not limited to this. Energy conservation and a movement away from reliance on environmentally-unfriendly sources
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Stair 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.
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Tips for Carpet Repairs
Repairing a carpet or runner at home can be a DIY project, depending on the extent of the damage
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Solar Heating
Lowering your electricity bill and being energy conscious are two of the most prominent reasons for converting to solar energy. Although the initial setup may be costly and time consuming, the end result is always well worth it- for both your wallet and your carbon footprint. Solar water heating works through a process of converting sunlight into heat energy that increases the temperature of water. Solar panels often have a mirror system that concentrates sunlight into a smaller surfa
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Top tips for keeping your ceiling clean
When spring-cleaning a room in your home, make sure you take care of the ceiling first, before you clean the walls, windows or floor in order to prevent dust from falling onto already cleaned surfaces.
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Patio Cleaning
There's nothing like relaxing on beautifully clean Patio but Patios take a beating over the years, cleaning paving and patios is often thought of as a tough job and gets pushed down the to-do list. This can be solved with small jobs being done regularly.
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Cushions and pillows
Cushions and pillows are among the most basic and effective aspects of décor in any room, whether it be a lounge, bedroom or dining room. Cushions and pillows are more than just decorative though, they have a functional role to play in that they lend comfort to furniture, or allow for a good night’s sleep.
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The pros and cons of sandstone paving
Sandstone is one of the most popular paving materials and makes for a natural and light coloured paving style that has a distinctive appearance which some choose for its similarity to beach sand tones.
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Swimming Pool Materials and Supplies
Make sure you have the correct Material and supplies for your pool, this will give you the best and most enjoyable experience in your home swimming pool. Daily and weekly work on the pool is all that is needed for this to be achieved.
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Eco-friendly irrigation techniques for your garden
Drip irrigation systems allow gradual trickles of water to enter the soil, while soaker hoses have small holes in their surface that also allow small amounts of water to escape.
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Tips to make your relocation experience easier
Moving to a new place of residence is often a stressful event. There are multiple chores that need to be done and preparing to live somewhere new can take longer than expected. To make your moving experience as stress-free and efficient as possible, consider these top tips for packing and moving your belongings with ease:
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