Many homeowners fail to vet their Sydney builders Children reaching their teenage years need their own space, and if they don’t get it, parents (like me) are at risk of losing their sanity. With one teenager already firmly established in our household and aggressively marking their territory, plus another on the way, I was in…

Finding an honest local builder For every owner builder story where things turned out great, there seems to be ten where the whole experience turned into a complete mess on all fronts, financially, legally, and construction wise. Horror stories abound, with some quite minor such as installing the wrong coloured tiles in the bathroom and…

Smoke alarms- they save lives but… But their random unexplained beeps can sometimes drive you to distraction. They can also serve as a late reminder that you may have left the pie in the oven a little too long, (as if the smoke pouring out of the oven wasn’t enough! We can’t help with the…

Planning on removing a tree in Sydney’s Hills District? The Hills Shire Council is dedicated to ensuring a high quality of life for their Hills Districts residents, with beautiful trees playing a vital role in providing that quality. However, in certain situations, trees can become burdensome, or even pose a danger to people and property.…

5 Cost Blow-Outs for Northern Beaches Renovations Controlling the cost of your Northern Beaches renovation is an importantconsideration to the success of your project. Here is how to manage renovation cost blow-outs. 1. Start with a detailed brief and concept design drawings You need something to cost!. This is the initial and perhaps most crucial…

Don’t abandon your beautiful Sydney deck Sydney is a city where people love outdoor activities because it is blessed with great and warm weather. Therefore, it becomes natural that your Sydney deck is a perfect place for entertaining, leisure and relaxation. When most people are planning for outdoor events, they often put more time and…

Don’t take the risk on an unlicensed Sydney electrician! Whether it’d be for your home or business, you’ll likely end up needing an electrician at one point. However, to make sure that nothing goes wrong, it’s best that you hire a licensed Sydney electrician. In fact, under NSW laws, all electrical works must be carried…

Looking for ways to stay cool this summer? To most people, summer heat is an adequate relief from the drudgery of winter while for others, it’s a condition that is not suitable because of the way outdoor activities is affected. Summer comes with a three-month stretch of sweaty and great discomfort. In a bid to…