Author Archive: Brian Ashworth
Rainwater Tank Problems
Rainwater Tanks aren’t always trouble free, so here is some advice on a couple of problems that you can encounter. Cleaning Even with pre-filters there will eventually be a build up of dirt and cloudy water at the bottom of…
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5 Common Culprits Of Clogged Drains And What To Do About Them
Guest Post by Simon Wang Clogged drains can be a pain, and most times, people don’t notice how nice it is to have free pipes until a clogged situation happens. Though it’s quite easy to pick up your phone and…
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How Often Do You Visit The Site
For the first Australian house we built welived and worked close by and could visit every evening. During our last build the site was 40km away so I only visited once or twice a week. Many builders will tell you…
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How To Choose New Double Glazed Windows
Guest post by Randolf Fuentes Windows provide the needed light and ventilation in every home. They also adds to the aesthetic quality of a property. Today, one of the most preferred options is double glazed windows. Many homeowners choose these…
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Water Views? or Flood Risk?
Lots of people want water views ………….but if the water view is a River, or even a Small Creek, there can be a flooding risk. The quiet creek in this photo is about 300mm deep and 3m wide. After a…
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Today’s Australian Homebuyers are Looking for More Bedrooms
Guest post by Andrej Kovačević This trend has been evident in Australia for some time though other countries are seeing the same thing. There are many reasons this is happening, and it’s important to explore why. Why are Home buyers…
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Concrete – After the Concrete is Laid
Concrete Myths Some people think that concrete is strong enough the day after it is laid……..WRONG Some people think that concrete ‘dries’……..WRONG Hardening of concrete is a complex chemical reaction which requires time and moisture. Concrete takes at least a…
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Health Benefits of Having a Well-Maintained Air Conditioner
Guest Post by John Guevara Photo by Adam Winger on Unsplash As the world’s climate and the weather continue to change, an air conditioner is proving to be a piece of essential equipment in our homes to deal with the…
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Concrete – What is It?
Concrete is an artificial stone that you can make yourself. It has four ingredients that all contribute to the overall strength. Large stones (Aggregate) – The aggregate provides shear strength to the concrete. In other words the concrete has to…
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5 Flower-Bearing Plants To Beautify Your Home
Guest Post by John Guevara In many cultures, flowers have been grown to symbolize beauty and love for centuries. From little bouquets on the dinner table to brightly colored fields in full bloom, flowers can provide color and interest to…
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