Are you sick and tired of mud and dirt getting tracked through your home? It’s a common problem in the Northern Territory given the terrain in many areas. The Europeans and Americans have found a solution to this problem in the form of what is called a “mud room.” It’s a novel concept that does…
If you are spending seemingly endless hours in your garden, making sure your plants and veggies get enough water to survive the Northern Territory climate, you are fighting a losing battle. While your landscape may thank you for the effort, your water usage will go through the roof. It is important to plan a landscape…
If you are preparing your home for a spring sale it is time to get the property ready for viewings. While spring is a great time to sell your home, there is more light which will show up any flaws. By doing a clear out and sprucing things up your home will be ready to open…
Have you been dreaming lately of a life living off the grid? It may seem like fanciful thinking but with the right attitude and approach, off grid living can become your reality. If the problem is that you don’t even know where to begin, here are some tips that will get your journey under way.…
The housing market can present a number of challenges for people who want to purchase a new home. Whether you are struggling to get on the Northern Territory property ladder, or are a homeowner wanting to purchase a new house, knowing where to get help is important. Ideally you will want to do everything that…
When you are embarking upon the journey of buying or selling a house you will hear a lot about things like curb appeal, preparing for viewers, and what to look for when you are viewing properties. These tips are most certainly useful; however, you need to actually know what you are looking for. Whether you…
Selling a home is a lot harder than you may think and many of the hurdles you will face may actually come down to your own decisions, actions, or inactions. Properly preparing your home before it is even listed will significantly increase the likelihood of attracting buyers. They say that fools rush in, so you…
If you don’t have the time or money at the minute for a large renovation project, there’s no reason you can’t make small changes. There are a number of simple and effective home renovations that are relatively cheap that will make all the difference when it comes to the look and functionality of your home.…
Dry season in the Northern Territory runs between May to September. This is a good time to carry out general maintenance on your home which will help you get through everything that the elements have to offer for the following 12 months. The following is the general type of home maintenance that you should carry…
Building Building a home is a huge undertaking if you plan on going it alone. There are legal safety standards that your build must meet which are designed to keep you, anyone you employ during the build and the intended resident’s safe both during and after construction. Stages of build are a means of helping…