How to Identify Defects in Old Buildings
Old buildings in their glorious times boast of beautifully crafted window panes, blinds, door panels, etc
Read moreCommon design flaws and how to avoid them
When redesigning your home, or building from the foundations up, avoiding design errors should always be a concern. The simplest layout or placement flaw can truly hinder your experience of your home and prove to be very frustrating and costly.
Read moreWhy do Showers Leak
A leaking shower not only does damage to your house, it can cause unwanted smells, damage to surrounding areas, dampness and attract insects and other pests that enjoy moisture.
Read moreRENOVATIONS AND COMPLIANCE
Drawings should be put in place inspected by an assessor and be approved before any project starts. Building an illegal, foreign or not recognised structure by the municipality is totally unacceptable, free advice must be given to consumers of the services and products.
Read moreShingles Roofing
Roof shingles form a barrier against the harsh weather, they can also give a nice look to your house. They can do this because they consist of a series of individual overlapping components, that when laid together in rows starting at the bottom edge of a roof protect the house to a great extent
Read moreThe Essentials of Tarring a Driveway in South Africa
Discover the key steps and considerations for successful driveway tarring in South Africa.
Read moreSafety tips for handling paint
Painting your home, or even giving one room a colourful makeover, can be a fun and creative activity the whole family can join in on.
Read moreWire Balustrade
Installing a wire balustrade can be one of the best things that you do for you house, it comes with many benefits that will be mentioned in this article. Although it may be a bit pricey to install they are relatively easy to maintain as well.
Read moreTips to make your relocation experience easier
Moving to a new place of residence is often a stressful event. There are multiple chores that need to be done and preparing to live somewhere new can take longer than expected. To make your moving experience as stress-free and efficient as possible, consider these top tips for packing and moving your belongings with ease:
Read moreBlinds
Blinds are one of the most useful and practical additions to any home as they allow a homeowner easy control over the how much sunlight enters the room.
Read moreElectrical Fences
Most houses these days have electrical fencing and are very easy to maintain if you know what you are doing. If properly kept and any faults that may occur are fixed quickly and properly you will have a firm strong barrier against any danger entering your house.
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 morePick the perfect patio doors for your home
Patio doors are a versatile housing implement that can come in sliding, French, bi-fold or swinging designs.
Read moreGrass Disease
Lawn diseases are a common and frustrating probability for even the most dedicated gardening-enthusiast. Knowing the types of lawn disease and their causes are an important step towards limiting your lawns vulnerability to diseases.
Read moreHandy Tips for Purchasing Building Materials
Discover expert advice for navigating the process of purchasing building materials and achieving your home improvement goals in South Africa.
Read morePainting your walls
All peeling paint needs to be removed with wire brushes, scrapers or a high pressure washer. Apply 1 coat of Plaster Primer
Read moreHome Gym Equipment
If you are a person who prefers to exercise in the comfort of his or her own home as opposed to a large, busy gym then a home gym is a beneficial decision to make
Read moreAsbestos Removals
If you suspect that asbestos-containing materials have been used in your home, the best course of action to take is to enlist the help of a licensed asbestos inspector. This will let you know for sure if there is a proper need to get it removed.
Read moreTop tips for beginners in tree surgery
Tree surgery is a maintenance aspect in the cultivation, management, and design of trees and shrubs. Tree surgeons practice the repair and maintenance of trees in order to keep plants healthy, as well as improve their appearance and enhance their design. Here is a simple guide to tree surgery and its main exponents:
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