Lighting Maintenance
Its time to have a look at your electricity and decide if you are doing it right, our home lights are what use most of our electricity every month. If you are able to utilise as little lights as possible in a room then you are succeeding in saving power through light maintenance.
Read moreTelevisions and Screen Repairs
New televisions have become full of new apps and setting that can benefit families, these will give you a better experience whether you are watching a movie or sport. Don't let cracks or scratches ruin the experience either, simple measures can be taken to care for your Television for optimum quality
Read moreProskim Construction Demolition Tips
There is a few Important things to know before you starting to do Demolishing at your house.
Read moreCommon causes of household odours and how to remedy them
Sewerage smell, damp odours and drain stenches. Few household problems are more unpleasant, and make your home less comfortable, than bad smells. Read this list to find out the most common causes of household odours, and how to fix them:
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 moreWaterproofing
water penetrates slowly but surely through your walls, roof or concrete deck. In that way water can cause a lot of damage to your furniture and even your ceilings, It can turn out to be very, very expensive.
Read moreGlass Splash Backs: a versatile décor solution
Glass splash backs are a popular design element that has been in use since the 1990s. Splash backs are composed of coloured cladding made of glass and are often found in bathrooms or kitchens.
Read moreChoosing the Right Security Provider for Your Home :
Safeguard your South African home effectively with the right security provider, installations, and alarm systems.
Read moreHow to choose the right lock for your home security
The humble lock has been available as a security implement for decades and has only improved in terms of variety of design, strength and specification. Sometimes the tried and tested security method is more effective and easy to use than the latest technological innovation, which is why locks are still used as a common form of successful security at the home. Familiarise yourself with these popular lock options before you make a purchase:
Read moreQuantity Surveyor
When you are moving house or thinking of making renovations it is important to always contact a Quantity surveyor to have a look at what you planning. They will come and have a look at the feasibility of a project and acquire paperwork that is needed for the project.
Read moreSafes
A safe is an age old mechanism that keeps valuables in the home safe. 21st century technology, however, has expanded on the idea of the safe and has made it an incredibly viable safety investment for homeowners. Depending in the style of safe you choose for your home, its functions will differ. Homeowners may require different options for their safes, whilst others may only require a very basic system. Hiring a pr
Read moreHow to prevent your deck from splintering
Besides being unsightly, a splintering deck can pose a real threat to children or pets whose feet (or paws) can suffer real damage and pain from sharp, wooden shards.
Read moreHow to burglar-proof your windows
Windows are one of the easiest entry points to your home for dangerous intruders. In addition to having the standard security implements, such as fencing, alarm systems or motion detectors, adequate window security is a must. Follow these simple tips to ensure your windows keep out criminals:
Read moreCleaning Vinyl floors
Vinyl floors can go through quite a bit of wear and tear when they are in high traffic areas in the house, but if you are able to maintain and keep the floors clean and protected then they will last a while longer than what was expected and they will look in pristine condition.
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 moreIntroduction to Glass Building Products
Safety Precautions: If glass is damaged or broken on site, engage in a expert glazier to manage the situation, as broken glass, is a safety hazard.
Read moreCladding
For those who aren’t sure what timber cladding is- It is also known as timber weatherboarding or timber siding. finishing the timber on the outside of commercial and domestic properties. This lets the wood edges look more appealing and modern.
Read moreWhat to do during a power outage
First, check whether the power outage is limited to your home. If your neighbours' power is still on, check your own circuit breaker panel or fuse box.
Read moreMake your home bar the best in town
Building a home bar is one of the best ways to establish a central hub in your home where family and friends can gather to socialise. Home bars make entertaining guests that much easier and enable one to effortlessly host social events without having to spend all your time in the kitchen preparing snacks and drinks. Follow these top tips to ensure your home bar is the best in town:
Read moreLifts/Elevators
Installing a lift into your property is an expense sometimes worth taking. It is important to take into account all size and maintenance details when maintaining a lift in your house. Daily check ups and weekly visits from professionals is vital for everyone who uses its safety.
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