
10 Steps to Growing Trees
Trees need room to grow their branches above the ground and their roots below the ground. Avoid planting too close to overhead telephone or power lines, or too close to buildings. Most medium sized trees should be located at least 2 meters from any wall. Check whether your tree has an aggressive root system and needs to be further than 2 meters from any wall or building. Some trees have large surface roots and will lift paving.
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Tree Felling
Trees need to be felled for a variety of reasons. Ensure your tree feller is a qualified professional and has the necessary insurance and equipment to complete the job. Always ask for a written quotation.
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Common Automatic sprinkler problems
Having an automatic sprinkler in your garden can be a very convenient way to keep up with watering the plants without having to plan it in the schedule of your everyday life. But they do not come without their own problems.
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Maximizing 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
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The Role of a Domestic Worker vs a Cleaning Contractor .
Discover whether hiring a domestic worker or opting for a cleaning contractor is the best choice for maintaining your South African home.
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How to burglar-proof your windows
Windows are one of the easiest entry points to your home for dangerous intruders. In addition to having the standard security implements, such as fencing, alarm systems or motion detectors, adequate window security is a must. Follow these simple tips to ensure your windows keep out criminals:
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A 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.
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Renovating your bathroom
Not all Home Renovations is created equal. Some upgrades may add immense value to your home, while’s others may not
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Top tips for controlling swimming pool algae
It seems like a healthy, crystal-clear swimming pool can go from blue to green overnight. Algae infestations in a homeowner’s swimming pool are a common problem that can make a pool a real eyesore, not to mention unfit for swimming in. Read this short guide to prevent algae from finding a home in your pool every summer:
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Garden Art and Statues
As homeowners who are in the midst of a creative and innovative time, you have an incredible opportunity to create a garden that is unique and personal.
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Common Alarm Problems
Making sure that we use our alarm systems is something that we need to be reminded about, it always the small things that we forget to do when we become too relaxed with your system. These tips will give you some extra help for later.
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Easy Construction Tips For You
Plastering materials can be used to plaster interior buildings or rendering exterior applications.
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Five garden tools every gardener should own
Some say a gardener is only as good as his/her tools. Here is our list of top five garden tools that no dedicated gardener should be seen without:
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Fireplaces
Fireplaces can create a home that is grand, a home that is modern or a home that is minimal. Whatever you choose, HomeImprovement4U can help you make that choice come alive.
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Palisade Fencing
Securing your home with adequate fencing is one of the most important defenses against intruders gaining entry to your residence.
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Paints materials and Supplies
When designing your house it is important to select the correct paint for the environment, this will give the best results for your house and let there be as little problems in the future as possible. The type of paint you choose is just as important as the colour, and can have a major effect on the character of your room.
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What Countertop Colour Looks Best with White Cupboards?
Keep in mind that black is another non-colour and you might find the kitchen too drastic for your liking
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