Owning a pool means you’re able to cool off during the sweltering days of summer and entertain in style, but are you suitably prepared to keep your new pool compliant with legal requirements for safety? Whether you’re considering the installation of a new pool, have recently purchased a home with an existing one or have…
In a perfect world, you’d be able to have your new home or commercial property built without ever worrying about how to protect yourself in the event of building complaints or disputes. You’d be able to embark on this exciting new journey with no worries about the future of your relationship with your builder; unfortunately,…
So you’re planning a major construction project, and you’re thinking of taking it on as an owner-builder. If you have some experience in the building trades and are prepared to assume the weighty responsibility associated with owner-builder status, then it may actually be the best course of action for you. What if you never considered…
No one wants to think about a natural disaster striking their home. Have you been putting off maintenance, repairs and upgrades, even though you know preparedness is the best way to protect your home, property and family against a cyclone? If so, you may not even know where to start when it comes to getting…
Whether you call them breeze blocks, cinder blocks or prefer technical terms like “concrete masonry units,” besser blocks are as underrated as they are ubiquitous. Very rarely are these versatile building materials given the credit they deserve, yet they’re an ideal option for a great many building projects. Before you start your next construction project,…
Unless you’re a building professional, you may not know what roof sarking is or what role it plays in the construction of your home or commercial property. Understanding why roof sarking is important and the benefits it brings to the table is important, though, especially if you’re planning a building project on your property in…
Having the home of your dreams built should be an exciting experience, but it can quickly become a stressful situation if you’re dealing with difficult builders or trying to work through building disputes. These disputes can be quite common and do have the ability to tarnish your experience. Fortunately, there are ways you can help…
Retaining walls play a critical role in the protection of structures from damage related to soil collapse, but many property owners are unaware of just how integral these walls are to the overall health of their property. Properly constructed and well-maintained retaining walls not only mitigate soil erosion and wash-out after excavation, but also keep…
Most people who own or who are considering the purchase of a home are not employed within the building trades, which means there are many aspects of a property they may not understand completely. Fire walls are a vital aspect of fire safety in strata schemes and other multiple-residence buildings, and they’re also one of…