Surveyors
A building surveyor is responsible for ensuring the building is safe, livable, and energy-efficient and meets all the relevant building requirements and standards. Throughout the construction they work and consult with engineers, architects and builders.
Read moreA guide to popular window designs
Windows are a vital part of any home design for both practical and aesthetic reasons. Windows express your design tastes through colour choice, shape, tint, and size, but are also an important source of natural light and fresh air. Here is a list of eight of the most popular window designs to consider when you are planning your dream home.
Read moreOrganic Pest Control: Keep bugs out, the natural way
Before using chemicals to rid your garden of pests, consider using natural pest control, which is safer for your garden, yourself and your family.
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 moreEasy construction tips for you
Domestic roof Construction is the framing and roof covering which is found on most suburban detached houses in cold and temperature climates
Read moreCarpets
Carpets are definitely one of the most popular floor coverings in South African homes and for good reason. They are comfortable, attractive, durable, and add character and warmth to any home. Nothing quite beats the feel of carpet. If you are thinking about laying new carpet, you’ll need to visit a carpet supplier.
Read moreBorehole pumps
Protection for borehole pumps can be done by using a control unit, switching units or probes for level switches.
Read moreNew Kitchen Look
With the advent of 3D design technology it has become far easier for kitchen designers and architects to effectively communicate ideas with their clients…or has it?
Read moreFire Door Regulations in South Africa: What Homeowners Need to Know
Understand South Africa's fire door regulations to ensure your home is safe and compliant. Learn about ratings, installation, and maintenance. Protect your family by investing in quality fire doors for your property.
Read moreDecking Materials and supplies
There is always a time when you realise that it is time to change your decking, it could be a simple repair or it could be the complete replacing of your deck. If you are looking just to fix your deck you need to make sure that you use the same materials as the first time, here a few tips to choosing your decking materials.
Read moreSwimming Pool Repairs and Maintenance
Having a backyard swimming pool can be a wonderful perk to have at home, for the best quality enjoyment of your pool it is important to prevent any build up of a harmful substance!
Read moreCAUSES OF RISING DAMP
Most buildings have some form of barrier installed at the lower of the wall to prevent water rising up in this way
Read more6 Mistakes to avoid before you build
Set your budget or get assistance in setting it, be realistic and have a 10% contingency fund
Read moreEconomic Opportunities in the Circular Economy: Waste Management Entrepreneurship
Explore how waste management entrepreneurship in South Africa is driving economic growth and sustainability through innovative circular economy practices.
Read moreGarden pots: display your plants creatively
Choose wisely when it comes to the material of your garden pot as certain types of pots have advantages over others.
Read moreEasy Construction Tips For You
Plastering materials can be used to plaster interior buildings or rendering exterior applications.
Read moreWood Heater
Wood fired heating is growing in popularity all over the world. The rising cost of gas and electricity is one reason, but the growing interest of a wood fire is a major motivation, along with a better understanding that firewood qualifies as a renewable.
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 moreWhy choose a Plunge Pool over a standard Pool
With benefits like reduced costs, easier maintenance, and the ability to fit into almost any outdoor area, plunge pools are the perfect addition to your next Home Improvement project.
Read moreUnderfloor Heating
As daily household practices are changing in response to Global warming and high electricity costs, households are looking for more environmentally friendly electrical heating systems.
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