Our homes are our castles, and keeping them looking their best is the job of every weekend handyman or handywoman. Curb appeal is just one aspect of wanting your home to look its best, but pride in your home is the real reason behind doing the work that it takes to make your home shine. One of th
Your house only becomes a home when you place your own stamp on it. Adding your own features allows you to create an environment that you are comfortable in; this is essential to allow you to escape from the stress of the modern world. But, if you are one of the 65.5% of Australians who own their o
If you’re considering building an extension, an in-ground swimming pool or even a nuclear bunker you’re going to need to know how far you can dig in your backyard. Of course these are not the only reasons you might want or need to dig in your backyard. But it is interesting to note th
You’ve just bought a new home, moved your family in and are getting settled when you discover that a few years back, the Water Corporation ran main line water and sewage past your property. You’ve now been told that regulations require that you connect your property up to mains sew
At some point in your life you’ve probably experienced that sinking feeling of knowing that you’ve just blocked the toilet. Hopefully it’s not been when you’ve used the toilet at your date’s house for the first time! The instant and probably most appropriate reaction
Improving your home is a popular way to spend money in many parts of the world. The reasons are fairly obvious, home improvements boost the value of your home and make it more comfortable to live in. In fact, according to studies the Australian home décor market is booming. This makes sens
Renovation and Ample Planning Renovation is always a big project. It can be enjoyable and fulfilling to give your residential property a major upgrade. It can also, however, be a time-consuming and complicated task that involves a lot of good old-fashioned hard work. If you're currently toying wi
Modern roller shutters are unobtrusive, and with made to measure units that come in a range of materials and colours, they are an attractive addition to any property. While they do look stunning, and can transform the look of a house, they do require some attention, and if your shutters ha
