Author Archive: Brian
Building Permits Necessary for Constructing a House
Guest Post by John Guevara If you are building a house in Australia, one of your first steps should be to check with your local council for a building permit. Without the proper permit, your construction may be deemed illegal,…
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Developer Rules/Guidelines
Most developments have some sort of design rules placed on the blocks they sell. For our last house the only rules were; Only one house to be built on the block. All side and rear fences must be green colorbond….
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Seasonal Switches: Simple Tips To Restyle Your Home For Spring
Guest Post by Natalie lge As the weather begins to warm up and the days grow longer, many of us start to feel the itch to make some changes around the house. After a long winter spent inside, it can…
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Render or Brick?
Rendering popularity comes and goes……………… However I think “Why pay more for a something that is only going to require painting in the future?” As my old woodworking teacher once told me “There’s nothing wrong with being lazy as long…
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Market Movements: 5 Real Estate Trends to Be Aware of in 2022
Guest Post by Hubert Dwight Wondering what’s in store for the real estate world for the rest of 2022? Read on to discover five trends to be aware of over the coming months: Commercial Is Bouncing Back As employees return…
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What Goes Into A Knockdown Rebuild?
Guest Post by by Natalie lge. A knockdown rebuild is a process of demolishing an existing property and rebuilding a new one in its place. This type of project is often undertaken when a property requires significant repair or renovation,…
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Agricultural Drains
Agricultural drains (often called aggi drains) are used to: Drain waterlogged ground. Avoid soil heave by keeping your foundations dry (see this Link: Protect foundations) Keep the soil behind retaining walls dry. (see this link: Retaining Walls) Existing Drains In…
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Modern Home Amenities That Are Well Worth Investing In
Guest Post by Natalie lge There’s no denying that modern home amenities are a major selling point for potential homebuyers. Who wouldn’t want to live in a home with a state-of-the-art kitchen, a luxurious bathroom, and a spacious backyard? However, there’s…
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What Size Air Conditioner Is Needed For My Room or Entire Home?
Guest Post by Sherazi Khan Contrary to what most individuals believe, a bigger air conditioner isn’t always better and a smaller one isn’t always cheaper. To properly cool a room or the entire home, one needs to choose the right…
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Consideration of Others – Fail
Here is something that really gives me the 5H!T5 and it seems all too common. Some inconsiderate person leaves his car parked across the footpath because they are too lazy to walk another 5m. No consideration that they have to…
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