In June 2020, the government announced a new stimulus package which directly targets home owners (including first home buyers) and the building industry. The new package has received its fair share of backlash, with many labelling the guidelines as ‘restrictive’ and ‘unfair’ – but looking further in depth at this package, if you’re planning a…
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Replacing a window frame is a DIY project that most homeowners can complete without previous experience or training. This guide will provide step-by-step instructions on how to safely and effectively replace a window frame. Remove the Old Window Frame Replacing old windows is a great way to improve air quality and insulation. Window frame installation…
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While it is possible to spray paint bathroom tiles it is important to consider the aesthetic results. Unless you are prepared to tape the grout spaces between the tiles, resurfacing bathroom tiles using paint will result in a uniform colour. Here we can give you the rundown of all you need to know when respraying tiles.…
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Most plaster ceilings have cracks and sagging over time. It could be likely your ceiling is old; therefore, gravity and vibrations are loosening the plaster. In this post, we explore how to fix ceiling cracks to further prevent damage with our very own guide on plasterboard ceiling repair. Why You Should Repair a Plaster Ceiling Crack…
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Landing Zoning NSW Guide Whether you are planning to buy, sell, or build in NSW, land zoning is an important part of the process. Understanding the area surrounding by doing a zoning search in NSW for your home or desired home will give you insight into your future. Are you a young couple planning a family?…
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Are you searching for hardy plants for your summer garden? With temperatures on the rise and water restrictions in place, it makes sense to choose plants that can survive hot, dry weather and soil conditions. Thankfully, there are plenty of foreign and domestic plants that are more than capable of making it through the hotter…
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Do you hate the thought of painting even a single room in your home? Painting can be one of the most laborious DIY tasks if you don’t know what you’re doing. If done right, you should expect a lot of prep work before you repaint a room. You can’t afford to make any mistakes because…
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Are your planted veggies constantly under attack from marauding critters? If so, it’s time to strengthen your defensive lines. An easily accessible landscape is not going to protect your veggie garden, so that is the first area you should focus on. Preventing animals from identifying a food source will make the rest of your efforts…
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What are your expectations of your new build? Do you think that you will get along with your builder? Are you expecting that life will soon settle down according to the build schedule? Perhaps you are confident that all you’ve crossed all the Ts and dotted all the Is. However, one of the major issues…
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Downward trends in the housing market can have a significant impact on the value of your home. The right renovations, whether small or large, can make a big difference. In this article, Houspect offers great little tips on how to add value to your property even when in the most unfavourable market. One of the…
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