How to design a more Eco-Friendly Home
For any building to receive a certificate of occupancy, every professional involved - from the designer to the builder - needs to comply with SANS standard 10400-XA building standards
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Dishwasher Installation
If it is a new installation then you are likely to require the services of a plumber and possibly even an electrician to provide a power point and/or plumbing. However some houses, especially newer ones come with the required plumbing and electrical points. Always have a good look around before deciding how to move forward!
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After an emergency
If tap water is available, fill a bathtub and other containers in case the supply gets cut off
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Hiring 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.
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Dual Medium Whole House filter
The Mega Char is designed to remove sediment, tastes, odours, chlorine and volatile organic compounds from water entering your home.
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Garden Landscape and design
Create a stunning and functional garden landscape that enhances your home's beauty and provides enjoyment for years to come.
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The Unsung Heroes: Why Gutters Are Essential for Your Home
In colder climates, gutters help prevent the formation of ice dams.
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Microwave repairs
A microwave is a very handy in the house and can be a real trouble when they stop working, common problems with microwaves can be found and fixed if you know what you are looking for. Here are a few common problems with microwaves and possible ways to fix them.
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Creative ideas for making a children’s playroom
A playroom for your children can be one of the best ways to stimulate their creativity and development, with the added advantage of having one area of the home where messes, spills, and messy fun are perfectly acceptable!
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Storage and Removals
Moving and storing involves lots of packing and confusion, this is why it is important to have everything in order so that the removal and storage of your items is done efficiently and safely!
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Crime Scene Cleaners
Having a crime happen in your home is a traumatic and life changing event. Whilst members affected by the crime deal with the psychological and physical consequences of a crime, it is the job of crime scene cleaners to ensure that they come home to a clean, safe and sanitized home. A crime scene cleaner is somebody who is considered a “second responder” to a crime. Once an investigative team has gathered all the information they require, a crime scene clean up team is allowed onto the scene of the crime to clean the area
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Wooden Fence Cleaning
Wooden fences need to be cleaned from stains once in a while. When these become apparent it is best to take care of them earlier rather than later and that you make sure you use the correct cleaning supplies for the issue.
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Garden Fences
Fences are a vital part of the modern home. We install fences for two reasons; to keep things in and to keep things out
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How to choose an Architect in South Africa
Ensure that your chosen Architect keeps you informed as the design process unfolds/progresses and that he or she adheres to the proposed project deliverables or design milestones/timelines.
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Evaporative Air Conditioning
Evaporative cooling units are available in a variety of sizes and models today, Evaporative cooling is the sensation of getting out of the pool on a hot day and the wind hitting your skin, it is a light and enjoyable sensation and is recreated with this machine.
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A thatched roof and Lapa is a valuable addition to any home
Thatch can be one of the most beautiful roofs to look at and is also a very practical form of roofing available today if properly installed & maintained.
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DEFECTIVE BUILDING DEFECTS
A common risk is the construction/ addition of unauthorized building structures which may add to the structural burden
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The benefits of owning an automated home
Home automation is one of the newest and most advanced options for homeowners looking for increased control and customizability when it comes to their homes. Automated homes allow owners to manipulate aspects of their home from a distance with the use of, for example, a cell phone. Automated homes are advantageous in many areas, with remote monitoring, energy efficiency and convenience ranking at the top of a long list of benefits.
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How to extend the life of the waterproofing on your flat roof
If the waterproofing is done reasonably well at the time of construction, then the life expectancy of the waterproofing layer if it is properly cared for could easily last in excess of 20 years.
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Deck mould and mildew: how to keep your deck fungus free
Deck mould is not only an aesthetic problem, it is also a sign of decomposition in your deck and can cause the wooden panels to weaken over time and possibly cave in, which poses a threat to family members using the deck.
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