Author Archive: Brian Ashworth
How to Negotiate a Better Price on Carton-Damaged Appliances
Guest Post by John Guevara Purchasing carton-damaged appliances can be a great way to save money on your household appliances. These appliances may have suffered minor damage to their boxes during transit or handling, but their functionality remains intact. However,…
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Eaves
If you go back 39 years most houses had proper eaves but now they are less common. As I travel around I sometimes see new houses with eaves on the front facade but non elsewhere, which I think looks weird….
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Saving Space and Time with The Power of Storage Pods
Guest Post by Michelle Petrie. Storage pods are a well-known answer for individuals and businesses who require secure and convenient storage space. These versatile compartments are intended to hold various things, from furniture and machines to important documents and hardware….
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Retaining Wall Fairness
In Western Australia subdivisions are usually completed with retaining walls in place on the boundary so that all blocks are level. For the rest of us if we are faced with a sloping site a retaining wall may be needed…
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Designing a Dream Home: How to Transform Your House with Simple Renovations
Guest Post by Shakeel Have you ever felt like your home is in need of a makeover? Whether you’re looking to add some warmth and coziness, or give it an entirely new look and feel, there are plenty of ways…
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Street Numbering – Win!
You would think that some houses were owned by secret agents as there are no traces of a street number. I have heard that ambulance drivers sometimes have difficulty finding there patients due to the lack of numbers. You couldn’t…
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The Ultimate Guide to Staying Safe with the Right Workwear
Guest Post by Shakeel Safety should always be the top priority when it comes to DIY projects. Whether you are building a deck, painting a room, or replacing an appliance, knowing what workwear to wear can make all the difference…
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Battleaxe Block
Have you seen a ‘Battleaxe Block’ advertised and wondered what it is?………….Well it is a block that only has a 3-4m frontage on the street. Often these blocks are as a result of subdividing a long block with the rear…
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Double Glazing or Smaller Windows?
I’ve posted on Double Glazing but that not the only way to save heat loss through windows so I thought I would do a numerical comparison of the various options for glazing treatment of windows. In a bedroom of our last…
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From The Floor Up: How To Create A Functional But Fashionable Living Space
Guest post by Natalie lge Your living space not only gives people a view of who you are creatively, but it is also fully connected to your mental health and well-being. If your living space is one that you don’t enjoy…
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