7 Things to consider before starting your renovation!
7. Security Your home will be open 8-10 hours of the day, with gates opening and closing. The opportunistic criminal can see this as an invitation to gain access. Inform your contractor if, and when you are expecting deliveries and when your gardener will be there and when not. Most contractors and their staff will guard your house, as if it is their own, so you don’t have to be concerned.
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 moreMAKE YOUR HOME A DREAM REALITY
When you suspect that your geyser has burst, the first thing you need to do is to switch off the water supply
Read moreClever ways to burglar proof your home
Motion beams, alarms, burglar bars, and heavy-duty locks are some of the most obvious security tactics homeowners consider when trying to make their home safe and less vulnerable to intrusion or burglary. However, there are other inexpensive and strategic ways to make your home impossible for burglars to enter.
Read moreFire Doors: the ultimate in fire protection
Fire doors are one of the most innovative, simple and effective fire-safety implements that you can have on your property today. Fire doors save lives, they can be seamlessly installed into your home and can save you a lot of expense in the event of a fire.
Read moreMaximising Home Security with the Right Security Beams
Learn about different security beams and fortify your home against intruders.
Read moreBad Feng Shui factors to avoid in home design
According to practitioners of Feng Shui, bad Feng Shui design implements in the home can have a detrimental effect on the homeowner’s general life and well-being. Bad Feng Shui causes a sense of disharmony in the home, can increase stress and conflict and can negatively impact one’s overall health by blocking and distorting positive energy.
Read moreConstruction Inspection
All building foundations should be compacted to engineer's MODASHTOO spec and fumigated by qualified pest controller as to avoid any foundations/ structural defects in future
Read moreFloods - What to do?
All South African rivers experience flooding at one time or another. The potential for flood damage is particularly high where there is development on low-lying, flood-prone lands.
Read moreDIY Maintenance Tips for Your Home Steam Room
Discover practical DIY maintenance tips for your home steam room. Learn how to handle routine cleaning, address common issues like mold and leaks, and implement preventative measures to ensure a safe and enjoyable steam room experience in your South African home.
Read moreFactors to consider if you are considering reupholstering your furniture
Reupholstering can sometimes be just as expensive as buying a new couch. If your couch is in need of an update, consider these factors to determine whether reupholstering will truly save you cost, or whether a new couch is a better option:
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 moreProtect Your Oasis: Preventing Evaporation in Your Swimming Pool
Discover how pool covers can save water and money on maintenance for your swimming pool.
Read moreThatching: types of thatching and thatching safety
If you want your home to exude a romantic and old-world feel, a thatched roof can be the perfect asset to achieving this look. Thatch roofing can be used for the main home, outdoor patios, open storage sheds or shady poolside overhangs.
Read moreThe Essential Role of Professional Services in Carpet and Fabric Protection
Carpet protection is just one aspect of the equation. When it comes to home improvement, attention to detail is key, especially when dealing with upholstery and drapery.
Read moreFitting a Cabinet
Time to replace those cabinets in your kitchen? It doesn't have to be a hard job to do, with a few simple tips the job can go down without a hitch. If you have a problem with anything contact a professional in your area from our page.
Read moreDishwashers: Why they trump hand washing every time
The debate between using a dishwasher, or relying on old school hand-washing techniques, deals with concerns like energy-efficiency, time constraints, water-saving and the hygiene and cleanliness of kitchen items.
Read moreHow to choose the perfect pool table for you
A good quality pool table is an expensive investment that should be made wisely. Make sure you ask the right questions and know what to look for when choosing a pool table for your family or recreation room.
Read moreA thatched roof and Lapa is a valuable addition to any home
Thatch can be one of the most beautiful roofs to look at and is also a very practical form of roofing available today if properly installed & maintained.
Read moreHow to extend the life of the waterproofing on your flat roof
If the waterproofing is done reasonably well at the time of construction, then the life expectancy of the waterproofing layer if it is properly cared for could easily last in excess of 20 years.
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