Construction Stage Inspections. How they protect your investment and reduce your stress with a new build. Having a new home built is exciting. It can also be a nerve-wracking experience, particularly when you don’t have a working knowledge of the building trades. Who can you turn to in order to make sure your interests are…
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Before you even begin renovating or extending your home, it’s a good idea to consult with your neighbours and discuss having a dilapidation report carried out on your properties. This type of inspection benefits all parties, considering the potential damage that can arise from construction work to your neighbours as well as council property. Bad…
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As much as we love spending time in the pool, when the temperature starts to drop inevitably New South Wales homeowners seek indoor activities. Failing to properly maintain your pool during the autumn and winter months will result in more work once the weather starts improving. If you’re planning to switch off pool equipment during…
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You’ve watched your house turn into a home over the past 6 – 9 months and you’re so close to moving in. Whilst everything should be completed to your expectations, now isn’t the time to be complacent. A lot of people carry out their hand over inspections themselves, however more and more people are choosing…
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A beach front property is a dream for anyone buying or building a new home. If you find a site or home for sale that is within your budget, it is important that you carry out relevant due diligence and invest time in weighing up the pros and cons of a particular location. Location &…
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Timber or metal frames? It’s a choice that most New South Wales homeowners have to make when building or buying a home. Both building materials have their pros and cons so it is important to learn the pros and cons of both timber and metal before deciding which material is a better fit for your…
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Brick or cladding – which building material is better? The truth of the matter is, the choice largely depends on the architecture and location of your home and weighing up the pros and cons of each material. If you are having trouble deciding, it’s best to have all the facts in hand before committing to…
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If you want to save money on your energy bills, properly insulating your home is the way to go. There are minimum standards required for insulation; however, that doesn’t mean you can’t go the extra mile to ensure the heat loss and gains in your home are fully optimized for the weather where you live.…
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Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) should be a familiar term for New South Wales homeowners. The BAL rating of your home determines how well protected the property and homeowner is from bushfires. When considering a new build, BAL comes into play when planning construction. BAL ratings rank from low to high so it is important to…
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Storage is an issue for most homeowners. If you have adequate roof space, there is no reason that you cannot use it for storage. However, storing your prized possessions in your in that area requires advanced planning to ensure that it is suitable for storage. The two most common concerns with using your roof space…
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