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Builder Bankruptcy – Getting Information Together

Author: Brian April 3, 2023

Well if you have followed the advice of the  initial Bankruptcy Post you should have stopped all payments and made the site secure. This will protect the money you have paid to date. The next step is to get all…
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Energy-Efficient Refrigerators: How to Save Money and Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Author: Brian April 1, 2023

Guest Post by John Guevara A fridge is a device that holds the most energy in most homes today, and everyone has a refrigerator that operates for 24 hours a day 7 days a week. When you have a fridge,…
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If The Builder Goes Bust

Author: Brian March 31, 2023

House Building can be a high risk business…………..so what happens if the builder of your new house goes bust? Legally Your house building contract should have clauses included for the eventuality of the builder becoming insolvent. Read the contract carefully…
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How to Negotiate a Better Price on Carton-Damaged Appliances

Author: Brian March 30, 2023

Guest Post by John Guevara Purchasing carton-damaged appliances can be a great way to save money on your household appliances. These appliances may have suffered minor damage to their boxes during transit or handling, but their functionality remains intact. However,…
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Eaves

Author: Brian March 29, 2023

If you go back 39 years most houses had proper eaves but now they are less common. As I travel around I sometimes see new houses with eaves on the front facade but non elsewhere, which I think looks weird….
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External Appearance, Passive Solar

Eaves, Roof

Saving Space and Time with The Power of Storage Pods

Author: Brian March 28, 2023

Guest Post by Michelle Petrie.  Storage pods are a well-known answer for individuals and businesses who require secure and convenient storage space. These versatile compartments are intended to hold various things, from furniture and machines to important documents and hardware….
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Retaining Wall Fairness

Author: Brian March 25, 2023

In Western Australia subdivisions are usually completed with retaining walls in place on the boundary so that all blocks are level. For the rest of us if we are faced with a sloping site a retaining wall may be needed…
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Retaining Walls

Designing a Dream Home: How to Transform Your House with Simple Renovations

Author: Brian March 3, 2023

Guest Post by Shakeel Have you ever felt like your home is in need of a makeover? Whether you’re looking to add some warmth and coziness, or give it an entirely new look and feel, there are plenty of ways…
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Street Numbering – Win!

Author: Brian March 2, 2023

You would think that some houses were owned by secret agents as there are no traces of a street number. I have heard that ambulance drivers sometimes have difficulty finding there patients due to the lack of numbers. You couldn’t…
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Letter Boxes & Numbers, What the ?

Street Numbers

The Ultimate Guide to Staying Safe with the Right Workwear

Author: Brian March 1, 2023

Guest Post by Shakeel Safety should always be the top priority when it comes to DIY projects. Whether you are building a deck, painting a room, or replacing an appliance, knowing what workwear to wear can make all the difference…
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