DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
-Avoid switching on and off the circuit breaker for the geyser by the main, for it will lead up to the element getting burnt.
Read moreWhat to do in a plumbing emergency
Knowing what to do in a plumbing emergency is a vital household skill that every homeowner should have. Plumbing emergencies are hardly a rare occurrence and one should be prepared at any moment to react appropriately to sudden leaks, overflows, blockages or drainage issues in order to minimize the damage to your home.
Read moreVinyl and Laminate Floors: which one works for you?
Vinyl flooring and laminate flooring are two totally different flooring options that can be easily confused.
Read moreLimestone 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.
Read moreCleaning your Oven
Nobody wants to clean an oven. In an ideal world, our appliances would do nothing but cook us our roasts and warm up our coffee - unfortunately, idealism is nothing but an aspiration!
Read moreRecycling in the Home
I have no doubt that most people reading this article will have a basic understanding of the concept of recycling
Read moreCabling
Cabling for electronic devices, security and power saving devices in the home can be easy, certain wires are made to be user friendly and lets the wire work to best use. Cabling can be used for entertainment and for security!
Read moreWendy Houses and Garden Huts
Wendy houses are makers of memories. They provide years of entertainment and childhood fun. As such, cubby houses must be sturdy in construction and should be made to last. And, much like a normal home, they have to withstand the harsh South African climate. The good news is that the Wendy house of today fills this brief. With extremely high construction standards, a range of attractive features and safety at the forefront, there’s a Wendy house to suit every family!
Read moreSkips
Most home improvement projects require the disposal of waste material and the best and possibly most efficient way to do this is to hire skip bins.
Read moreCarports
Carports are a lot cheaper choice than a garage and are great for storing cars. They can also be used for entertaining. However, carports, due to their open nature, are not as secure as garages. The advantage of a carport over a garage (beside the cheaper cost) is that they can be added onto over time should you need more space. Also you can utilise previous ‘dead’ space and add great value to your home!
Read moreHow to Identify Defects in Old Buildings
Some of them might be right in front of your eyes while some are hidden problems.
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 moreFLAT CONCRETE ROOFS, BALCONIES SCREEDING & LEVELLING
Make sure that the screed allows water to flow away and one should be able to see with naked eyes that the screed is sloping.
Read moreHow to attract birds to your garden
Having birds in your garden is a major advantage for garden health and beauty. Birds play a vital role in spreading seeds, removing pests, fertilising soil and adding natural beauty to your garden. For birding enthusiasts, a garden full of birds is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy their calls and tweets, as well as to view their beautiful plumage and interesting behaviour.
Read moreStair Carpet
The choice is yours when choosing your carpet, but make sure you are making the right choice, making sure you have taken all things into account will lead you to having the best suited carpet for your house.
Read moreSecurity Maintenance and repairs
People often forget that there is Maintenance to be done on there alarm systems, this is why if you have a an alarm system you should know to test your system monthly to ensure connectivity and to make sure everything is working the way it should.
Read moreDry Walling
A Drywall is used to construct walls and ceilings and has become a popular material now used in most homes. Drywall is also known as wallboard, plasterboard or gypsum board and takes the form of panels of gypsum plaster pressed between thick sheets of fiberglass matting or heavyweight paper that are called facers and backers. Additives that prevent mildew, condensation or flammability can be induced in the gypsum plaster layer.
Read moreUnderstanding the basics of concreting
Concrete is a central building implement to home improvement and construction. It is, therefore, important for homeowners to be knowledgeable about what constitutes good quality concrete and how concrete should be correctly used to get the best value for money.
Read moreHow to get your garden spring ready
With spring upon us, it’s time to get your garden ready to make the most of the beautiful season. Here are some easy tips to get your plants healthy, get your garden growing and get the best colour from your vegetation.
Read moreSandstone Paving
Many people like to use sandstone pavers around their homes because they are weather resistant and they have a stunning natural appearance. This is also met with a touch of exclusivity because each paving slab is different and unique,
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