Preliminary steps to take once you’ve decided to build
Whether you’re building a home from the ground up, or are embarking on a remodelling project, there are some vital simple steps to making sure your vision for your home gets fulfilled with as little stress and as much satisfaction for you as possible.
Read moreDrywall is one of the Toughest trades to master.
Always sand the entire wall to flatten out all imperfections.
Read moreDishwasher 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!
Read moreOur Building Standards.
If a quote seems low it would obviously seem very tempting, but the truth is that when one compares apples to apples, all quotes should be very similar,
Read moreSkylights: the homeowner’s solution for natural light and air
Skylights are an amazing way to incorporate the use of natural light into your home. They give homes a touch of the ambience of the natural, exterior world, and open up the space of a home, giving it a more expansive feel.
Read morePrinting on Canvas, Where do I start?
You can do your own sketch of sizes and ideas you have to see if it will work for your wall space
Read moreCarpet Tile Maintenance
The best first tip top give is that areas where there is a lot of traffic should be vacuumed every second day, Perimeter and edges should be addressed weekly.
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 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 moreAir Conditioning Installation Guide
Air conditioning installation should ideally be performed by an experienced professional. However, if you’re comfortable working with HVAC equipment and electricity, it is feasible to do it yourself. Air conditioning installation is time consuming and requires that you follow a number of steps so that the unit works properly and efficiently!
Read moreBathroom Plumbers
Every bathroom needs to be taken care of properly so that everyone in your house is safe from getting sick. If your bathroom is cleaned properly and regularly there should be no problems.
Read moreAir Conditioners
Whether you’re selecting an air conditioner for cooling or a reverse cycle unit for heating and cooling, there are many options available.
Read morePrivacy Screens
Outdoor Privacy screens are used for look and for convenience but only work their best when set up to the correct standard. Introducing them into your home can be a simple weekend job, these provide perfect privacy for family events and can add an aesthetic look to the house.
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 moreHow to keep your baby’s nursery pest and bug free
A baby’s room should be the safest room in the house considering your precious newborn will be spending most of his/her time there during the initial stages of their life. As a parent, keeping your baby’s room free of any insects or pests that could bother or potentially harm your child is a must. Here are some guidelines to ensure your baby is not bothered by household creepy-crawlers.
Read moreTar surfacing vs Paving (An interesting debate)
Another issue to take note of is the surface on the ground (is there grass, paving, tar, concrete, sand etc).
Read moreAir Conditioning Systems
Choosing an air conditioning system is much more than picking the biggest, best or cheapest system you can find. If you do not choose wisely you may end up with an inefficient and costly system. With our problems with Eskom and with electricity prices soaring an air conditioner needs to be tailored to your home and your needs to perform well and not waste energy.
Read moreKitchen Countertops
There is a vast array of patterns, textures, colours and materials varying from quartz to concrete to choose from when it comes to fitting your kitchen countertops. Countertops are an essential part of both your kitchen’s aesthetic appeal and practicality.
Read moreAsbestos Removal
You’ve heard of the deadly effects of Asbestos and may have heard stories of what happens when a person is exposed to it, but what should you do if this toxic substance is found in your own home?
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