Ways to Determine if a Wall is Load-bearing or Not

October 10, 2019/0 Comments/in Feature, Find Good Tradies, Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The Editor

Good Question. Is My Wall Load-Bearing?

Tearing down walls is often a part of any major renovation project in your home. However, before tearing any wall down, you need to determine if a wall is load-bearing or not.

When a wall is load-bearing, then it holds or transfers the weight load of a structure from one section to another. In other words, any attempts to bring that wall down means you will undoubtedly be bringing the entire structure down as well. This is why it’s important that you know how to tell a load-bearing wall from one that isn’t before tearing it down.

Here are some ways to determine if a wall is load-bearing or not.

End of Lease Cleaning – A Helpful Guide

July 20, 2019/0 Comments/in Buying, Selling, Moving, Find Good Tradies, Tips, Topics /by Valerie, The Editor

A helpful guide on your end of lease cleaning

The end of a lease can be a stressful time for both parties, made even worse if the fixed term of the contract has not ended. Here’s how to end your lease with as little pain as possible. Read more

Home Design Tips Sydney – 7 Design Tips to Consider

June 19, 2019/0 Comments/in Find Good Tradies, Renovating or Building, Tips, Tradies Corner /by Valerie, The Editor

Designs tips for your new home or home renovation project

Are you considering building a new home or doing a major renovation? There’s a lot to consider whichever road you take, but the following seven tips should help you come up with a solid plan. Read more

Sydney Painters – How To Find The Best

May 20, 2019/0 Comments/in Find Good Tradies, Renovating or Building, Tips /by Valerie, The Editor

How to find the best painter in Sydney

Painting is one of the most budget-friendly ways to add new life to a room or house. While painting may seem like an easy DIY job, it’s trickier than it looks.

Careful preparation, the right tools, and quality paints are essential to making sure your fresh coat of paint stays put for many years. Therefore, a qualified Sydney painter is highly recommended. Here’s how to find Sydney painters you know you can trust.
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Sydney Plumbers – 5 Vital Things to Check

March 20, 2019/0 Comments/in Find Good Tradies, Renovating or Building, Tips /by Valerie, The Editor

What to check when looking for a plumber Most of us have heard the horror stories going around about what can happen when you hire the wrong plumber. While tales about disastrous plumbing experiences make a good story, they should also make us aware about just how important it is to spend some time ensuring […]

Builders Sydney Renovations Help Guide

July 27, 2018/0 Comments/in Find Good Tradies, Renovating or Building, Tips, Tradies Corner /by Valerie, The Editor

Finding the right builder for your renovation projects in Sydney

If you need to have some major work done on your current house, or you’re building your next home, you’ll need to know the best way to find a reputable builder you can trust to finish the job.

There are basically two options you have available when you are looking for a builder. Firstly, you can research and do due diligence on all builders who come up for consideration, but how do you know who to talk to in the first place?
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Mosman Sydney – Guide and Steps in Renovation Projects

June 20, 2018/0 Comments/in Find Good Tradies, Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The Editor

Your Mosman home needs improvements

You are finally ready to take the plunge and renovate your Mosman, Sydney home, but aren’t quite sure where to start. This guide will help you through the first steps and get you talking to the right people who can get your project up and off to a running start.
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Does My Sydney Renovation Need a DA?

May 20, 2018/0 Comments/in Find Good Tradies, Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The Editor

Don’t get caught out. Your renovation may need a DA

With the real estate market being what it is over the last few years, it seems that more people are choosing to renovate their existing homes, rather than sell, buy, and move to bigger premises. This trend for renovations is readily apparent in recent year surveys conducted by Houzz and Home, which consisted of 13,000 Australian property owners.

Part of the motivation to renovate in Sydney can also be attributed to the fact that add-ons which increase living space or add more secure parking to a residence, often increase the aesthetic appeal and dollar value of a home.
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How To Do a Trade Licence Check With NSW Fair Trading

March 20, 2018/0 Comments/in Find Good Tradies, Renovating or Building, Tips /by Valerie, The Editor

Do this before you hire your next tradie?

If you live in NSW and need to hire a builder or other tradie, did you know that they are required to be licensed to do the work which they perform? A tradie working without the proper licensing in place is breaking the law and will be fined if caught.

It’s possible to check that any tradesperson you are thinking about hiring has the proper licensing in place which ensures that they are qualified to do the work.

It also pays to keep in mind that if you use a tradesperson who isn’t licensed, then you can be held liable for any of the work they carry out.
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Top 7 Backyard Improvement Ideas

February 20, 2018/0 Comments/in Find Good Tradies, Renovating or Building, Tips /by Valerie, The Editor

Looking for a backyard transformation?

Do you want your backyard to feature an unattractive slab of concrete baking in the sun, or would you rather a cool and inviting area promising an afternoon of peace, icy cold drinks, and a cool summer breeze?

Your backyard doesn’t have to be somewhere just for hanging the clothes out. A little clever home improvement in the backyard space can go a long way to adding peace and tranquillity to your home life.

You just need to be inspired to make some backyard improvements. Here are some top ideas.