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With the warm weather rolling around, it’s time to take off the swimming pool covers and enjoy some outdoor time. Having an outdoor shower not only provides practical convenience for your family and visitors, but it can also complement the look of your garden. Why...

With the summer break approaching, many of us are excited about finally being able to plan a holiday trip or a much-needed getaway. As you make your arrangements, don’t forget to prepare a plumbing checklist before you leave, so that you can truly relax and enjoy a...

Modern work-from-home arrangements and the recent pandemic have encouraged families to spend more time at home. With this trend, many are also taking interest in home improvement projects, or noticing issues that could often be missed when we’re out at the office or...

Buying your own home is an exciting and most likely one of the biggest decisions of your life, which is why getting things right from the start is important so that you can enjoy your home for many years to come. Purchasing a property can be a complex process, so...

The popularity of home DIY has grown over the recent years, from decorations to full cabinetry and renovations, it seems that everyone is trying their hand at property maintenance. However, some areas are worth the cost of engaging the services of a professional,...

Are you feeling the chill as we approach the end of Autumn? Before you switch on the heater and realise there are issues, check out our Must Dos to ensure that you don’t get caught out when winter rolls around. 1 - Cleaning Your Gas Heater It might have been months...

Every home has a large main pipe underground, and that is connected to the street and city sewerage system. As homeowners, we tend to forget about pipes as they are mostly ‘out of sight’. However, underground pipes can deteriorate and require repair or replacement...

What is mould, and how does it affect your health? Mould is a type of fungus that grows on surfaces and, while it may not be visible at first, can cause breathing issues with microscopic spores floating in the air. Even if you don’t have allergies, mould still poses...

Have you noticed an unusually high water bill, despite having made little to no changes to your water usage habits? This could mean that you have an undetected leak in your home. It’s easy to forget that there’s a myriad of plumbing and pipework throughout an average...

While we’re welcoming the warm weather with much needed rain in parts of Australia, it is also time to prepare your home for the wet season. A La Niña is currently underway in the tropical Pacific and is likely to persist through summer, peaking in December*. What is...

When Suspecting A Pool Leak, Use These Tips To Confirm A Leak There’s nothing as inviting as a sparkling pool on a hot summer’s day with temperatures easily soaring, so you’ll want your pool to stay in great condition to keep you and your family refreshed. But what if...

Day in and day out, homes and businesses use different water heating systems and appliances to make their lives more convenient and comfortable. Most will agree, your hot water system is one of the most important household items. In fact, unlike your air conditioning...

Water damage is one of those problems that start small, but can quickly escalate into something serious. You might remember from our previous blog, that water damage is now a more common and costly risk than break-ins and fire in Australia, with insurance claims from...

Whenever we hear about water damage, we tend to think of storms, torrential rain, or flooding caused by forces of nature. However, did you know that internal water damage in Australian homes is now more common than break-ins and fire? It is also one of the costliest...

Winter is well and truly upon us, and how good is it to enjoy a beautiful warm home with the family or perhaps a good book and a hot beverage? However, it seems many homeowners do not realise the danger that gas heaters can pose if not handled correctly. To plainly...