Selection
Ducted Heating
Most builder’s standard heating system to homes where mains gas is available is Ducted Gas Central Heating. This has the following advantages: Low running costs. Relatively cheap to install. Feels warm fairly quickly. Leaves the walls free for furniture, if…
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Is Grey Water Re-Use Worthwhile?
What is Grey Water? Grey Water includes all the waste water from the house with the exception of toilet waste. (Black Water) It can includes water from; Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Sink, Wash Basin, and Shower. A basic grey water reuse scheme…
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Condensation
Condensation, a minor inconvenience, or a major problem? A little condensation on windows is easily dealt with, . . . . . . but heavy condensation in poorly ventilated corners can lead to mould damaging your walls, ceilings, or even…
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Overflow Relief Gulley
Have you ever wondered what this is in your garden? Perhaps you have seen ‘ORG’ on a drawing. Well the answer is it’s called an Overflow Relief Gully. It needs to between the house and the connection to the main…
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Firewood Storage
If you are serious about wood fired heating you are going to have to think about storage. How Long Do You Need To Store? Firewood should be seasoned, until it is thoroughly dried out. For freshly cut wood that typically means for…
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Bio-Ethanol Fires
Everywhere I go these days I see Bio-Ethanol Fires….. so are they a good idea for your new home? Well all the publicity says they are a renewable resource that produces a ‘living flame’. As Ethanol (we used to call…
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Firewood
Wood can be the Most Expensive………..or the Cheapest heating available for your new home. It all depends on your level of commitment. Most Expensive Buy firewood at the service station and burn it in an open fire and it could…
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Rattling or Thumping Pipes – Cures
These cures relate to general rattling or banging when you turn the tap on. The various reasons for these noises, and their cures are: Air in Pipes Typically occurs in new systems, or after some plumbing alterations. You need to…
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Brickwork – Mortar Joints
During your Selection or Pre-Start meeting It isn’t just Picking a Brick. You also have to pick a mortar colour and a type of mortar joint. Mortar Colour If you have been to a Brick Display Centre check what colour…
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Pre-Start / Selection Guide 2nd Edition
Available now the latest edition of the E-book PRE-START / SELECTION GUIDE This major revision, and expansion, of the Guide means you now get: 90 pages of information and advice 8 pages of checklists All aimed at making sure you…
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