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Tile Top Letter Box

Author: Brian April 16, 2020

I saw this letter box the other day on a main road near my house. From a distance I thought tiling the top seemed like a good way to stop water penetration . . . . however when I got…
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Outdoor Ceiling Fans

Author: Brian April 13, 2020

Guest Post by William Turner Indoor ceiling fans can be a great fixture for any house, and most people will consider installing them in their own home or in any construction they’re working on. However, outdoor fans can often prove…
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Construction Stages – Background

Author: Brian April 12, 2020

For readers unfamiliar with the building process I thought I would provide some information on the various construction activities that will be carried out in the full schedule. This schedule has been generally be based on the typical single storey…
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New House Checklist: Warning Signs Before Buying!

Author: Brian April 10, 2020

Guest Post by Andrea Estrada If you are serious about buying a new dream house for you and your family, then you have to be extra careful before you put pen to paper. For all you know, your dream house may…
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Construction Stage 5 – Completion

Author: Brian April 8, 2020

After Fixing comes Completion Its probably been a long haul but we are getting to the last lap now. Nevertheless there is still a fair bit to do including: Complete Plumbing Internally install taps, mixers, shower fittings, shower screens, and…
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The True Joys and Challenges of Being a Carpenter

Author: Brian March 27, 2020

Guest Post by Andrej Kovačević The work market is an ever-expanding organism that keeps adapting to the world’s needs, development rate and skills. In the past decades we’ve seen a considerable shift towards digital jobs, the kind that require you…
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Construction Stage 4 – Fixing

Author: Brian March 26, 2020

Fixing follows on from Lock Up. The fixing stage is moving from a very rough looking interior to something resembling the house you are expecting. During this stage the following works will be taking place: Install Insulation This includes both…
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Things You Need to Know About Transporting Luxury Cars

Author: Brian March 25, 2020

Guest Post By Ruby Anne Transporting a car when you are moving house can be quite a challenging task, especially if you’re moving a luxury vehicle, or perhaps a treasured older car. Chances are you won’t be driving your important…
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Construction Stage 3 – Lock Up

Author: Brian March 24, 2020

The house really starts to look more like what you expected as the build advances from the Frame Stage to Lock up. Looks however can be deceptive… in actual fact the building process is really only 50% completed at Lock…
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Why Are Home Security Systems Necessary?

Author: Brian March 23, 2020

Guest Post by Ruby Anne The world has become so dangerous that if you do not take any precautionary measures, you may end up getting burgled or in worst cases—getting hurt in burglary incidents. Many people  still cannot see why…
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