What to do after a power outage during storms
Make sure that the hot water heater is filled before turning on the power to it.
Read moreUnderfloor Heating
As daily household practices are changing in response to Global warming and high electricity costs, households are looking for more environmentally friendly electrical heating systems.
Read moreVentilation
Installing a ventilation system is often overlooked when homeowners think about building or renovating their homes. Because the effects of having a lack of indoor ventilation are not immediately noticeable, many homeowners don’t see them as a necessity. However, ventilation systems can go a long way towards making your home the perfect living environment.
Read moreDucted Heating
You give your ducted heating quite a beating during the cold times of the year, this is why it is always very important to clean during your hotter seasons. Its sometimes easy to forget that these do need a good clean to make sure you dont have future problems
Read moreFireplaces: creating a sense of home around the hearth
Fireplaces can give an ordinary living space a sense of home and warmth. They naturally draw people together and create a central hub for the home, which is why putting a special effort into choosing what type of fireplace is right for your home is well worth the effort.
Read moreHydronic Heating
Hydronic heating is one of the most popular home-heating solutions today. It functions by circulating warmed water through radiators, radiant tubing in one’s ceilings or floors, or through warming baseboards.
Read moreWhy do you need building insulation?
Building insulation is a construction implement common to every home, but have you ever asked yourself why your home needs it and how it can benefit you?
Read moreMaximizing Comfort and Efficiency: Energy-Efficient Air Conditioning Tips
Learn how to stay cool and save energy with tips for maximising comfort and efficiency using energy-efficient air conditioning units
Read moreFireplace Cleaning
Having a home wood fireplace can be great for the cold times in the winter, the only problem that can come with this is safety and having to clean up so you still have that comfortable clean look of a fireplace
Read moreInsulation Installation
Insulation is the way in which you trap heat in your home without the use of energy or electricity, but rather by making use of various materials installed in your walls or roof. Insulation materials come in an extremely wide variety, and each material holds its own benefits and functions. Homeowners need to be able to understand the different materials available to them and which one would be most ben
Read moreCeiling Fans
One investment to consider is the ceiling fan. A ceiling fan will ensure that you are calm, cool and collected throughout the warmer seasons
Read moreAirconditioning - Controlling your Enviroment
We are fortunate enough, as South Africans, to live in a country with a beautiful climate that shows us all ranges of what the seasons bring.
Read moreBathroom Ventilation
A shower ventilation system can be very efficient if it is placed in the correct position so that all steam can be sucked in, if this is not done correctly and. build up takes place in your bathroom there is more chance of a a build up of mould or mildew.
Read moreGas heaters: safety tips every homeowner should know
Gas heaters are one of the most cost-effective and efficient ways to fight the cold during chilly seasons. However, they do come with the risk of fire, gas explosions, or gas poisoning, if they are used incorrectly. Here are some tops tips to help you get the most out of your gas heater, whilst keeping your family and home safe:
Read moreHot Water System Installation
Hot water systems are an integral part of our homes and with a little tender loving care can perform perfectly for years. To install it is highly recommended to hire an expert and to ask for advoce for the best suited system in your house
Read moreFireplaces
Fireplaces can create a home that is grand, a home that is modern or a home that is minimal. Whatever you choose, HomeImprovement4U can help you make that choice come alive.
Read moreSplit air conditioner system: an energy efficient and affordable alternative
During hot summer seasons, air conditioners are a must to keep your home cool and fresh. For effective control of your home’s internal temperatures, a split air conditioner is a viable consideration that has the benefit of being unobtrusive and subtle.
Read more