Back in the 1930s up to the 70s, asbestos was a very popular material used in the construction industry. From floors to walls to roofs, it was favoured for its exceptional fire resistant properties, durability and strength. However, what many consumers did not know then was that this material they so preferred actually causes numerous… Continue reading Aging Asbestos Roof? It’s Time to Get Rid Of It
How the Pros do it: Five Tips for Healthy Garden Soil
Every gardener should know about proper soil care. Healthy soil makes healthy garden, so it pays to make sure that your soil is at optimum condition to provide the necessary nutrients to your plants. If you’re a beginner in gardening, you might need a little guidance. Here are some useful garden soil tips to help… Continue reading How the Pros do it: Five Tips for Healthy Garden Soil
When You Turn off the Air Conditioning, You Turn Off Office Productivity
You can argue all you want against the merits of air conditioning, but try driving your car around the hot arid desert without a working AC. Working in the office may not be as challenging as walking around the Australian Outback, but turn off the air conditioning and you’ll see tempers soar in no time.… Continue reading When You Turn off the Air Conditioning, You Turn Off Office Productivity
What to Do before Building your First Backyard Pool
There’s nothing more fun than having an at-home swimming experience. With your own swimming pool right in your backyard, you can take a plunge anytime. However, it’s important to know that building a backyard pool can be a major expense. It requires careful consideration and planning. Here are some tips to help you get started.… Continue reading What to Do before Building your First Backyard Pool
Roofing 101: Signs You Need to Repair or Replace Your Roof
The roof is one part of our house that protects us comes rain or shine; but it’s the most neglected one. Reality check: most homeowners don’t do regular maintenance unless a problem reveals itself. That should not be the case. As a responsible homeowner, you should always give time for home maintenance. It’s not like… Continue reading Roofing 101: Signs You Need to Repair or Replace Your Roof
Shocking Facts about Vegan Diets and Healthy Teeth
With the changing lifestyles in the modern world, dental health is increasingly gaining prominence. The high consumption of processed foods and synthetic sugars continues to weaken the teeth. Without healthy teeth, you are limited to the kinds of foods that you eat and the particular form that you take them. By brushing and flossing your… Continue reading Shocking Facts about Vegan Diets and Healthy Teeth
Rainwater: How Useful is it for Australians in Rural Areas?
With increased commercial manufacturing, construction and agricultural activities, water from natural sources is not fit for use in its raw form. Numerous efforts to remove chemical and physical impurities ensure access to clean water in the urban areas. Since most of the areas in the countryside are not connected to the water network, water tanks… Continue reading Rainwater: How Useful is it for Australians in Rural Areas?
Quick Workouts You Can Do At Home
Getting in shape can improve your life expectancy and overall well-being. Starting out a new exercise routine can be hard for a newbie, especially if you’re out of shape. To help you get started, here are some quick workouts for beginners. These exercises are simple, don’t need any complex equipment and can be performed easily… Continue reading Quick Workouts You Can Do At Home
Ways to Beat the Heat This Summer!
The dog days are coming — that means, the air will be very humid all around. During summer, it’s a given fact that the city of Perth can be very unforgiving with its rising degrees. The dry season can be fun, as it gives you an excuse to freely go out and about. However, the… Continue reading Ways to Beat the Heat This Summer!
Knowing When and When Not to Refinance a Mortgage
As interest rates continue to hover at near historic lows, many homeowners across the country are taking advantage of this by refinancing. If your mortgage is much more expensive than what is offered on the market right now, it might be time to pay it off by taking out a new one. But, as attractive… Continue reading Knowing When and When Not to Refinance a Mortgage