Gutter Cleaning Tips
Having a clean gutter provides your house with safety and efficiency, Often, inadequate storm drainage leads to extensive, expensive damage in the form of leaks and flooding or such related issues as mould growth and pest infestations.
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Electrical Installation in a new building
In conclusion, it is advisable to request copy of Wireman’s Licence and Electrical Contractor Certificate
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Fibreglass Pools: why fibreglass is your best bet
For homeowners planning on adding to their home experience with a pool to provide an area for relaxation, exercise and socialising, fibreglass pools, instead of concrete pools, are a viable option with multiple benefits.
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Limestone Renders
Having limestone rendering can be a very safe option for you and your family! Plaster is coating a surface with cement render or plaster finish on an internal or external wall. Plaster is for decoration and protection of every building.
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Creative ideas for your garden art
Garden art can give your home’s outdoor area a personal touch and sense of character that speaks to your tastes, and that complements the design-aesthetic of your main home. However, it is important to choose garden art decisively and with a purpose in mind, rather than simply collecting pieces that clutter your garden and look more like junk than tasteful decor.
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Shower Repairs
A leaking shower can damage your home if the waterproofing membrane is damaged. Leaks can lead to mold and other bacteria growing in your home which is of course something we all want to avoid. A waterproof membrane should always be applied to the bathroom shower area. If this has not been done you need to replace and seal the tile grout and apply a surface sealant to all joins on the shower base!
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Waterproofing
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.
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Deck Maintenance: mastering the basics
Maintaining one’s deck is an important task that must be done regularly and thoroughly if one wishes to keep their deck a long-term investment. Depending on the type of deck, a different basic maintenance routine must be followed.
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Glass cutting
If you ever need to cut glass for some DIY work at home, follow these simple steps. These are 2 simple methods to cutting glass if you do not have a glass cutter. These 2 methods involve a few tools and need to be done very carefully for complete success
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Solar Heating Panels
We have used the sun (solar energy) to our advantage for thousands of years for growing food, heating food or water, making fire, electricity and alternative energy. Man cannot live without the sun and on a chilly day, we will hunt for a spot within the sun.
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THE DANGERS OF BLOCKED DRAINS
Bad smells. A steady flow of water removes bad smells, whereas stagnant water and the collection of materials that decompose over time create bad odours that eventually permeates your house.
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Privacy 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.
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Trellis Security gates are more than security gates
We recommend when shopping to buy trellis gates, especially in the coastal areas ,that you buy a gate with a 15 year anti corrosion guarantee.
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Self Adhesive Wallpaper versus the Traditional Wallpaper
So traditional wallpapers are easily removable but are they reusable? While traditional non-woven wallpaper can be removed, often pretty easily in one piece, it’s not created with the intention of being removed or for that matter reused.
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KNOW THE CONTRACTOR
Clients should be able to call contractors years after the work has beeen completed related to any issues which arise immediately after the job was completed or even years later.
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COSTING: AN IMPORTANT PART OF YOUR PROJECT
The Bill Of Quantities (BOQ) ensures that all measured works are covered hence this helps in advising the client on the expected cost of construction.
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Wall Painting
Wall painting can prove to be costly especially when one want to apply durable quality paint. A recent project proved others wise. If you looking for a velvet smooth like finish
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How to ventilate your bathroom
Bathrooms are notoriously prone to dampness and poor ventilation because they are exposed to higher levels of warm steam, water and heat than other household areas.
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Garden Art and Statues
As homeowners who are in the midst of a creative and innovative time, you have an incredible opportunity to create a garden that is unique and personal.
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