Damp Repairs
Damp or dampness also called structural dampness, this is unwanted moisture in the structure of a building
Read more7 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 moreGrass
Picture it. A bright summer sun and sky over green lawns and the sound of Christmas beetles and birds. That heavenly summer feeling and the smell of freshly cut grass.
Read moreInnovative Solutions for Waste Removal and Disposal: Community-Led Initiatives in South Africa
Discover how communities in South Africa are overcoming waste disposal issues through innovative initiatives and individual efforts.
Read moreTypes of Air Conditioners
Air conditioners certainly provide comfort for those living in harsh climatic environments. South Africa certainly is one of these.
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 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 moreThe Advantages of Solar Power Systems: How Going Solar Can Benefit Your Home
Learn why investing in solar power systems is a game-changer for homeowners in South Africa, offering energy independence, cost savings, and environmental stewardship
Read moreHow to ventilate your bathroom
Bathrooms are notoriously prone to dampness and poor ventilation because they are exposed to higher levels of warm steam, water and heat than other household areas.
Read moreSelf Adhesive Wallpaper versus the Traditional Wallpaper
So traditional wallpapers are easily removable but are they reusable? While traditional non-woven wallpaper can be removed, often pretty easily in one piece, it’s not created with the intention of being removed or for that matter reused.
Read moreCleaning Procedure for Sealed Tiles and Surfaces
The following procedure should be followed for all newly sealed tiles and/or for tiles that have been sealed previously and needs routine cleaning.
Read moreMaximizing Comfort and Efficiency: Energy-Efficient Air Conditioning Tips
Learn how to stay cool and save energy with tips for maximising comfort and efficiency using energy-efficient air conditioning units
Read moreTar surfacing vs Paving (An interesting debate)
Another issue to take note of is the surface on the ground (is there grass, paving, tar, concrete, sand etc).
Read moreHow to Identify Defects in Old Buildings
Old buildings in their glorious times boast of beautifully crafted window panes, blinds, door panels, etc
Read moreOrganic and Natural Pest Control
If you are uneasy with the thought of using toxic and harmful pesticides in the vicinity of your home and happen to have a soft spot for the pests amongst your belongings, there are a few organic and natural remedies that should have them gone in no time!
Read moreAutomatic gate
When we clean our gardens we always look past giving our automatic gates the clean they need. This can help save your gate from any unnecessary breakage from rust and mould getting inside the machine
Read moreHow to identify a good painter.
As for roof painting and waterproofing a good painter must clean it thoroughly before painting or waterproofing it.
Read moreIntegrated Pest Management: A Comprehensive Approach to Effective Pest Control
Learn about Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and its holistic approach to pest control, offering sustainable solutions for homeowners
Read moreSkylights
The first major production of skylights began in the Industrial Revolution and, in the 21st century, they have only become more popular for adventurous homeowners who want to feel the outdoors inside their home space. Skylights have an obvious aesthetic appeal, but their use is not limited to this. Energy conservation and a movement away from reliance on environmentally-unfriendly sources
Read moreGutter Cleaning Tips
Having a clean gutter provides your house with safety and efficiency, Often, inadequate storm drainage leads to extensive, expensive damage in the form of leaks and flooding or such related issues as mould growth and pest infestations.
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