Underpinning a home refers to adding large pins under or around a home's foundation, in order to brace up that foundation and make a home level again. Underpinning is just one type of foundation repair available; a home built on wood blocks may need re-stumping, and adding an extra layer of concrete around a home's foundation can keep cracks and other damage from getting worse. However, underpinning may be used for concrete slabs that have already cracked so severely that the home is no longer level and even.
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Australian homeowners can now choose from an increasingly diverse range of products to use for fencing and furniture in and around their gardens. While wood and wrought iron are enduringly popular, gardeners looking for a more contemporary finish may want to consider stainless steel. Of course, although the name implies that stainless steel won't need any cleaning, there are still various things you should know about how to keep your stainless steel in top condition.
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Many Australian homeowners must routinely deal with pests that can damage their homes, but some pests are more problematic than others. In parts of Australia, geckos are a relatively common pest problem, renowned for causing damage to air conditioning systems. Find out why geckos love air conditioning systems, and learn more about what you may need to do to deal with the problem.
Geckos you may come across
Australian homeowners may come across several species of gecko, but the two most common varieties found in homes are the Robust Velvet Gecko (native to Australia) and the non-native Asian House Gecko.
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If you're looking to increase the amount of useable space around your home by turning the basement into an extra room, you'll need to decide on the type of floor that will best suit your needs.
There are a number of myths and misconceptions about basement flooring systems. The myths should not cloud your judgement as you try to decide what you'll do with the basement floor. Here is a brief discussion on three of these myths.
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When you are ready to build an outdoor deck, no doubt you take quite a bit of time selecting the right timber and then planning the overall design and space. However, if you don't work to maintain that wood deck over the years, even the best timber supplies (such as those from Hayter's Timber & Paving) will eventually rot or otherwise suffer wear and tear so that they need to be replaced.
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