Getting Your House Ready for the Summer Rains
Get your home rain-ready with essential tips for South Africa’s summer rains. From roofing repairs and gutter cleaning to waterproofing your foundation and sealing windows, these steps help prevent costly damage, keeping your home dry and secure all season long.
Read moreRoof repairs and waterproofing: how these household chores can make or break you
Repairing your roof often shouldn’t be the case if it is done correctly the first time. Property owners like to go for the cheapest option available as it is convenient for them at the time, not thinking that it will cost them more in the months to come.
Read moreWhat is a Skylight?
Rooftop windows and skylights can give a number of advantages to home owners.
Read moreTop tips for controlling swimming pool algae
It seems like a healthy, crystal-clear swimming pool can go from blue to green overnight. Algae infestations in a homeowner’s swimming pool are a common problem that can make a pool a real eyesore, not to mention unfit for swimming in. Read this short guide to prevent algae from finding a home in your pool every summer:
Read moreTHE 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.
Read moreElectric Vs Gas Stove
One of the big decisions of your new home is whether you are going to use a gas or electric stove and oven. Here are a few pros and cons to having either of these in your house and then the decision is up to you.
Read moreDIY Roof Repair vs. Hiring a Roofing Specialist
Unauthorised access to your roof is dangerous. You might fall from the roof, damage your roof tiles etc.
Read moreContemporary furniture styles through the ages
Contemporary furniture has a long history of development and has evolved from the start of the 20th century to give homeowners over two centuries of design to choose from. If you are interested in investing in contemporary style furniture, it is important to familiarise yourself with what exactly ‘contemporary’ entails. Check out this list of landmark contemporary developments to guide your home design and find the era that works for you:
Read moreDrywall is one of the Toughest trades to master.
Always sand the entire wall to flatten out all imperfections.
Read moreTips for Carpet Repairs
Repairing a carpet or runner at home can be a DIY project, depending on the extent of the damage
Read moreWindow Installation
When positioned correctly you will receive optimum ventilation and lighting while still maintaining security, safety and privacy.
Read more6 REASONS WHY WINDOW CLEANING IS IMPORTANT
However, as tedious as the chore of cleaning windows can be, making an effort to keep them sparkling is important and beneficial for you and your family. Consider the following reasons why window cleaning will make your life better.
Read moreNurseries
A nursery is, in essence, a home for baby plants to be grown and nurtured until they are fully-grown. People who own nurseries should have a good grasp on how to care for a variety of plants
Read moreA simple guide to raft foundations
Raft foundations are also known as Mat foundations and are large slabs of concrete that are used to support both walls and columns.
Read moreExploring the Versatility of Portable & Temporary Carports: How They Enhance Construction Sites and Homes in South Africa
Learn how portable carports optimise construction sites and homes in South Africa, providing efficiency and weather protection.
Read morePest prevention during pre-construction
Preventing pests in the home is possible right from the pre-construction stage of building and is an extremely beneficial option to take. Although it may initially cost extra to reinforce your home against pest invasion,
Read moreStonemasons
Stonemasons prepare and build with soft stone, marble, granite concrete blocks or any other materials involved with building, repairing stone structures.
Read moreGet roof repairs done in Cape Town before winter arrives!
It’s well worth your while to chat to the friendly team of roofing specialists at Empire Roofing if you suspect there may be trouble up above! You could save yourself a lot of time and money by getting to the root of any roofing issues before they become major problems!
Read moreSelf-levelling cement screed floor
The beauty of a cement screed floor is the ability to be able to stain, paint, polish or etch to suit the style of a home.
Read moreHow to paint a wall like a pro
One of the quickest and easiest ways to spruce up your home and give it a new look is to apply a fresh interior coat of paint. Make sure you follow these easy steps to ensure your painting skills are professional and leave you with a smooth and even finish:
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