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destiny — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 08:04:52 +0000

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Seasonal Home Maintenace Tips (Part 2)

destiny — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 06:09:01 +0000

Last week I posted an article about seasonal home maintenance : spring & summer. Now is the part 2 for the season : autumn & winter.

Autumn

* Leaves, leaves and more leaves. The trees turning golden may be a beautiful sight but when the leaves fall, they fill up gutters, go into stormwater pits and drains in your garage. Any external drains are at risk from leaves and other organic matter, particularly when the rain starts. They can cause blockages in pipes causing water to back up and do potentially a lot of damage inside your home.

* Autumn is a dormant period in the garden and it’s a good time to look at re-doing the mulch on your garden beds.

* In early autumn, when the temperatures can still be quite mild, it’s a good time to clean the ducts in your ducted heating system to get ready for the first chilly night. Consult your instruction manual for the frequency of service required. This is routine maintenance that can avoid nasty clouds of dust blowing into your home after a prolonged period of disuse. It’s also a good idea to clean out your window tracks and ledges of dust.

* If you’re moving in now, it’s probably not the best time to be looking at your garden beds. The key is to make sure no water puddles next to the home. This can be achieved by grading the soil away from the home. Don’t try to stockpile soil for the spring – weeds will grow in it. It’s best to buy fresh topsoil from a nursery when you’re ready to start planting.

* This is the time when you should install weather seals to external doors, to keep out draughts and water during the wetter months. Homes that were built under five star energy provisions will have these as standard features.

* If you’ve had light curtains up during the summer, swapping them for a heavier weight fabric, will give you a greater insulation benefit.

Winter

* Everyone hates doing work around the home in winter, so you’ll be very sorry now if you haven’t followed our tips for the other seasons. Winter brings its share of hazards and the last thing you want is a blocked pipe. It’s a messy job to clear leaves and other matter, especially during winter rains.

* If you haven’t serviced your heater you could find it is not as efficient as it could be, resulting in higher energy bills.

* All those weather seals now come into their own. Draughts are not only bad for your health, but your pocket as well, with all that lovely heat literally flowing out of your home. Make a quick check in your ceiling to see if any duct work has come loose or fallen.

* If you are using open fire places, always use a fireguard to protect your kids and stop embers popping out to scorch your floors. Any flames need your constant vigilance, especially around children.

* If you’re moving into a home in winter and don’t have your driveway finished, there is help to stop you dragging mud into your pristine new home. A couple of metres of crushed rock, sourced from your local nursery, makes an effectively and inexpensive temporary path.

* In the garden, check for weeds and keep lawns under control. Look for areas in the garden that seem “over wet”. This could be because of a blocked pipe, sprinkler fittings that are leaking or just a low spot that may require an agricultural drain to be fitted.

* If you bring your washing indoors, make sure your dryer is adequately vented. Wipe down any condensation from the inside of windows or in your laundry. This is an issue with new homes in particular, where moisture is still coming out of the natural products that make up your home.

Seasonal Home Maintenance Tips (Part 1)

destiny — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 03:24:07 +0000

I will share some useful seasonal home maintenance tips. In this first part, I will write down about what to do for your home maintenance in spring and summer.

Spring

* It’s planting season and this could be your first chance to get into your garden. You should consult a nursery first because what starts out as a small tree will grow! The height of a mature tree is the distance it should be planted from your home.

* Make sure your drainage is right. Grade your garden soil away from the home by at least a 50mm drop over the first metre. Don’t let water flood anywhere near your home’s exterior.

* If you have agricultural drains it’s a good time to flush them. Just use a garden hose down the inspection pipe to get rid of any sediment.

* Dust and dirt will settle on window sills, so make sure drain holes are cleaned and window tracks are occasionally lubricated.

* Collect leaves from your gutters rather than hose them into stormwater drains. Consider installing a leaf guard.

* Check waste pipes inside cupboards for leaks. A simple tighten by hand is enough. Don’t use a spanner to tighten as you may crack the pipes. Replace any leaking tap washers but remember to turn off the mains water first. If you’re unsure, contact a licensed plumber.

* If you have a pest control system for termites, contact the pest control company for an annual check. If they uncover any problems, it makes sense to follow their recommendations. Termites are not to be trifled with.

* When the clocks change for daylight saving, change your smoke alarm battery. Even though they are hard-wired into your home, a battery is required as a back-up.

Summer

* It’s time to organise your end of season service on evaporative coolers. Regular servicing may extend the life of the unit, saving you a lot of money.

* Check with your manufacturer for their recommendations. Also, a cover for the winter will keep birds from nesting in the unit!

* If you have a coloured concrete or paved driveway, look at whether it needs resealing. These materials fade in the sun and keeping them in good condition maintains the value of your home.

* A lot of people have touch-up paints left from construction. Keep them out of harm’s way in a cool, dry place. Stored correctly, they’ll last for a couple of years at least.

* For brand new homes please don’t stand on window sills while you fit curtains. They’re not designed to bear that sort of weight.

* If you’ve noticed any leaks, take action straight away to minimise damage. ‘Leave it until the winter rains and you’ll be very sorry!

* Dust and dirt are a big factor over the drier months so don’t forget to clean drain holes and lubricate window tracks.

* Outside ledges, vertical planes, mouldings and sills also need a good dusting.

* Rainfall is always an issue so be smart about using water around the home. It’s not only good for our water storages, but good for your pocket. Remember, if you get a pool or spa for your deck, you need permission from the relevant authorities to fill it. Don’t water the garden, even by hand, during the day. You’ll lose most of the benefit through evaporation. Early morning or in the cool of the evening is by far the best time. If you make one New Year’s Resolution to keep, commit to using water wisely.

Of Renovation and Women

destiny — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:41:59 +0000

Once again if we start talking about house maintenance first of all the question of its necessity arises. Definitely there are many people who think that any kind of renovation should be done only in case there is no other way out. So why do they think so? The issue is not just about money though you know how much you can spend on all the building materials and for the time of the workers. The major concern is about the period of any renovation and the time dedicated to make bedrooms modern. But if there is a huge plan and you have already thought it over for many times you need to arrange everything to make your apartment accessible to start a renovation there. Some people think that they are able to handle all this by themselves but it depends. For the majority it is always better to call the specialists and to entrust your home destiny to them. Doors, windows, floors, ceilings, papers – all this will be done by builders and interior decorators. All you have to do is to do nothing. Literally you have much spare time and you can visit the building store to choose the right papers or even modern furnishings to install then in all your rooms. Meanwhile, this is a nice way to get along with your better half and children – you just spend time with them while wandering together along the furniture store. You may also let your wife teach you how to find a real modern furniture suite to install it in your modern living room. Just let her talk.

Green Living Home

destiny — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:11:55 +0000

Whenever you’re planning to buld your home sweet home, you had better look at the environmental building projects and see how you are able to use their concepts in your personal home renovation project. Many try to build environmentally safe properties. This is usually related to as green building, or green living. By accepting green building design projects in your home, you are able to get comfort in the reality that you’ll not be adding to the problem.

As you’re believing which environmentally safe building projects are right for you, you need to consider your future and your life style. If you’re someone used to living in a chilly home in the summer and enjoy a lot heat in the winter, you’ll want to check into environmentally safe building materials that have excellent insulation for winter and is able to maintain cooler temperatures in the summer. With the right construction, you can manage to maintain the temperatures you want without using a lot of heating or air conditioning. If you cannot live without a very efficient heater or air conditioner, you should consider how you can build solar panels or other green electrical options directly into your home. By installing solar panels, you can counter the electricity you consume on luxuries with green energy. If you do not consume all of the energy your solar system produces, you can then feed this electricity back into the power grid. Many electric companies will pay for the excess energy, as it lowers the demand on their grids.

If you enjoy vegetables, take the time to grow your own garden, using organic methods of farming. This can significantly lower your grocery bill while improving your diet at the same time. As gardens need to be maintained, you are also getting the exercise you need.

If renovating, the cleaning agents and base materials you use are fundamental in ensuring your environmentally safe building projects are as good for the environment as possible. Eco friendly cleaning supplies take out the damaging, harsh chemicals and replace it with material that will not harm the local ecosystems.

If you are doing foundation work or turning a lot of soil when working on your environmentally safe building projects, make certain that you use silt traps to prevent runoff into the local streams and waterways. Silt can cloud otherwise clean water and choke fish and plants. Once you have finished construction, plant grass or other vegetation immediately to control excess silt runoff.

There are many companies that focus on environmental friendly building. You can pursue these online or contact your nearest environmental agencies for more information on companies in your area.

Carport instead of Garage

destiny — Fri, 15 May 2009 12:54:04 +0000

As not every home is built with a garage and not all car owners can afford to have their own garages at home, they search alternative solutions to protect their cars. And the answer is a carport. Carports have become the best cost-efficient and a good alternative for car owners to house their vehicles when they don’t have a garage, or are poor of budget to make their own garage. With so many variances of carports in the market, there’s always a carport for any purpose.

Car owners care much about their vehicles and are willing to pay the price just to keep them away from harsh conditions of the environment. They anticipate ways to keep their means of transportation from being damaged.

Since not all home is built with a garage and not all car owners can afford to have their own garages at home, they search alternative solutions to protect their cars.

Carports are structures specifically designed for the purpose of protecting cars, vans, trucks and other types of vehicles. These structures are constructed in a separate position. Some exceptions are mounted on a wall. It doesn’t have a complete wall enclosure unlike other structures. Carports are basically intended for car owners who prefer to have their vehicles protected.

There are different kinds of carports which differ from the materials used, style of frames and the sizes. Here are some details which can help you decide on which one to choose.

Among the major factors to consider when choosing the right one is the material used. By considering the material, you’ll determine the reliability and the price of your chosen carport.

The cheapest types are those made of polyethylene and polyester. This is the best alternative when you cannot afford the steep cost of steel frames or aluminum. With regard to durability, carports made of these materials are sturdy enough to provide protection from the damaging effect of the sun, rain, wind and other elements. Another advantage is that these materials are lightweight which passes easy to move from place to place.

Aluminum made is sturdier compared to polyethylene make. This type of carport can easily be assembled in less time. It is also more lasting than the above-named material.

For maximum durability however, steel or metal carports are still the best. It’s costlier than other types of carports but it is highly recommended if you can afford it. Metal carports are properly treated with modern facilities and procedures to ensure rust proof qualities for longer protection.

Size also matters when choosing the carport for your needs. There are just enough to accommodate one car. But if you have more vehicles, you can choose a bigger sized carport capable of protecting three or more cars. There are even carports which can accommodate trucks or buses.

Carports also come various designs. Standard carports are made with only frames with no walls attached to it. Other designs come with frames and are totally enclosed and sealed for better protection. Many manufacturers offer customized carports depending on the specific preference of the owner because of the increasing demand among car owners. They also build carports with canopies and other materials as requested.

Carports have become the best cost-efficient and a good alternative for car owners to house their vehicles when they do not have a garage, or are short of budget to build their own garage. With so many variations in the market, there is always a carport for any purpose.

Contemporary carports also include other features such as solar panels, automatic alarm systems and locks for maximum security. Some also includes surveillance cameras.

A carport could serve the functions of a regular garage fixture at a lower cost.

There are different kinds of carports which differ from the materials used, style of frames and the sizes. Here are some details which can help you decide on which one to choose.

Among the major factors to consider when choosing the right one is the material used. By considering the material, you’ll determine the reliability and the price of your chosen carport.

Aluminum made is sturdier compared to polyethylene make. This type of carport can easily be assembled in less time. It is also more lasting than the above-named material.