Author Archive: Brian
Get Rid of Household Pests with Seven Best Natural Remedies
Guest Post by Andrew Simmons Whether it is spiders and ants or bed bugs and roaches, each house has to encounter a pest problem at some point. Now every time you spot an insect loitering in the corner, you do…
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The Benefit of Building Single-Storey Homes in Australia
Guest Post by Maria Dalit Investing in a small home can deliver the same benefits as double-story houses. It provides many home designs to choose from that are ideal for limited spaces. Find great home designers to help you maximize the…
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Buying A Sloping Block.
It doesn’t take much of a slope to mean that costs will increase. For the last house I built, in 2005, a 0.8m slope over a 26m wide by 32m deep block added $4,800 to the cost. That’s for much…
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Lego House Fail
Was this house design based on a model made using lego bricks? Is it based on a Picasso Cubist Painting? Whichever method they have used it seems one of the weirdest houses I have seen recently. It gives me a headache just…
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5 Renovation Choices To Modernise Your Home
Guest Post by Hubert Dwigh From statement pieces to minimalist décor and neutral colour palettes, modern home design is one of the biggest trends in interior design right now. If you are looking to breathe new life into a dated…
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Geotextile around Drainage Pipes
Many articles about installing agricultural drains recommend that you place a geotextile in the trench before the initial gravel surround and then wrap the geotextile over the gravel afterwards. You can also buy agi pipe with a geotextile “sock’ around…
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How To Choose Window Treatments For A New Home
Guest Post by Karen Mitchell Picture this: you’ve just recently moved into your new property and want to make sure it looks perfect down to the smallest detail. Furniture, lighting fixtures, wall colours, and flooring are all essential aspects of…
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Understanding your Survey Plan
I’m used to look at survey plans but I do understand that most people struggle to understand them. Here is a quick guide to help you understand the survey plan for your new house. The plan below shows a survey…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing a Pest Control Company
Guest Post by Andrew Simmons Almost all modern-day homeowners, landlords, and renters can control pests on their property through precautionary measures, including impeccable sanitation and maintenance. A few pest infestations, however, may be severe, or a specific pest may be…
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Patio Fix-Ups: Reasons to Get a Fire Pit
Guest Post by Elizabeta Galeva In order to get the most use of your outdoor space, you must create an environment that’s appealing and pleasant regardless of the weather. If after adding comfortable outdoor furniture, awnings and mood lighting your patio…
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