With cooler weather starting to creep in, your thoughts may be turning to how to keep your home warm and dry when autumn is well and truly upon us. The exterior of your home also needs to be maintained and protected in order to provide a warm, weather-proof dwelling for you and your loved ones. …
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What Kind of Building Inspection do I Need?
Heard about building inspections but not sure which one suits your needs? Depending on what kind of property project you are involved in, the type of building inspection you need will differ. We will look at the different types of residential building inspections available and when each one should be selected as the best option. …
Make More Room Without Moving or Building
The Great Australian Dream of the quarter-acre block (roughly 1000 square metres) is, sadly, long behind us, with the median square lot size in Melbourne now just 430 square metres, down from 650 square metres in 2000. However, our desire for spacious living remains. What options do we have to maximise our internal space without …
All About Granny Flats
Do you have an elderly relative who is contemplating downsizing, or who needs to move to be closer to family? Granny flats- also known as DPUs (Dependent Person’s Unit) are becoming a popular housing option in Australia. Designed for one or two people, a granny flat is a self-contained dwelling, usually located on the grounds …
Am I Ready to Downsize?
The word ‘downsizing’ is an American term which originated in the corporate world. It now also refers to the process of moving to a smaller or lower-maintenance home and usually also means simplifying your lifestyle. Many downsizers are older or retired people who no longer need a large home However, downsizing is not necessarily just …
Building and Maintaining a Deck
Decks have long been a popular feature of Australian homes, allowing us to take advantage of our long summers and to enjoy all the delights of outdoor entertaining with family and friends. A well-built deck adds beauty, space and value to your property. If your home has a deck or if you are thinking of …