If you ask ten different builders to define the soil classifications on a piece of land, there is a good chance you will get ten different answers. That is not to say that those ten builders do not know what they are talking about, however, the soil classification system is complex and there is even…
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Sub Floor Ventilation What many homeowners do not realise how much poor subfloor ventilation can affect both property and human health. When you are in a confined space, pollutants become denser. If your home is not sufficiently ventilated, property damage may become the least of your problems. Subfloor ventilation is especially important in climates such…
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Smoke Detector Regulations NSW Having smoke detectors in your home will act as a potentially lifesaving warning system. Without smoke alarms, you run the risk of not giving you and your family enough time to escape in the event of a fire. Even if you are a light sleeper, you can become overwhelmed by smoke before…
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There is a general assumption among homeowners that heated floors are too expensive to make them worth considering. While there is a grain of truth in that, homeowners are not getting the whole story. When the heated floor is installed has a significant impact on cost, for a number of reasons. Installation Requirements for Heated…
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Water Hammer If your taps make strange sounds when turned on, it’s probably not a poltergeist haunting. The most likely cause is an issue called hydraulic shock, which is more commonly known as water hammer. The condition typically results in noisy pipes throughout the property. However, in more extreme cases pipes can burst resulting in…
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Guttering is often the unsung hero in the tale of home construction. Correctly installed and functioning gutters will do more than just keep rain from pouring off your roof. Your home’s guttering provides an effective barrier, which prevents rain water from leaking from the drip edge of your roof into other structures. However, incorrectly installed…
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When it comes to choosing cook tops, homeowners are not always fully informed on the pros and cons of each type. If you are a fan of cookery shows, you will have no doubt heard countless chefs tout the superiority of gas cook tops. Chefs love cooking with gas due to the ability to control…
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Tips for building a new home Building a new home can be exciting, and at times, stressful experience. Whilst, in most cases, your builder has built many new homes and knows the process inside out, it’s a relatively new experience for any person looking to take the step of having a home built. It’s important…
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Buying a home can be a stressful experience, especially in a heated market when competition is fierce. You think you’ve found your perfect home. There’s another 10 people at the open home who have thought exactly the same thing. So where to from here? Check Beyond the Surface Whilst the home décor may look beautiful,…
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While building codes go a long way towards ensuring quality and safety, there are instances when just meeting the building codes and standards isn’t the best option. Meeting the minimum requirements in these instances will afford you adequate quality of workmanship; however, in the case of waterproofing, it is sometimes better to go the extra…
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