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Business & Industrial Electrician Home Improvement

Tips for Choosing a Reliable Electrical Contractor

Sayed Attai December 11, 2019

Choosing a reliable and experienced electrical contractor is important for a whole range of reasons. You need someone with the expertise and experience to get the work done efficiently and safely. You need to know the work will be carried out according to all relevant safety guidelines and building codes specifications. And you need someone […]Read More

Home Improvement Skip Bin Hire

What You Can and Can’t Put into a Skip Bin

Yashar Pirani December 10, 2019

Victorians produced nearly 13 million tonnes of rubbish in 2015-16. And with Melbourne (which accounts for almost 80% of that waste)now firmly in front as Australia’s fastest growing city, proper waste management has never been more important. So, regardless of whether you’re in Melton or Dandenong, when it comes to skip bin hire, it’s important […]Read More

Cleaning Home Improvement

6 Common Health Risks Around the Office

Runyuan Ma November 25, 2019

As any Melbourne business owner knows, making sure you have a clean and hygienic office is essential for staff health and wellbeing, occupational health and safety and projecting a positive business image. While an office might seem like a fairly clean and innocuous workspace, it can be crawling with bacteria and health risks. Making sure […]Read More

Curtains & Blinds Home Improvement

Should I choose Curtains or Blinds?

Greg Butera November 22, 2019

From framing windows to blocking out light to improving insulation (which is especially important for those Melbourne winters), there’s a lot to consider when you’re weighing up the pros and cons of curtains and blinds. The decision will largely come down to practical considerations and personal tastes. So, let’s have a look at some of […]Read More

Cleaning Home Improvement

Why Office Cleaning is Important

Udara Balamanage November 20, 2019

For anyone running an office, you might not be aware of just how important office cleaning is. It’s about more than just emptying rubbish and vacuuming carpets. Maintaining a clean office can have a significant effect on various aspects of your business, from your reputation to your staff morale. Businesses across Melbourne – from Dandenong […]Read More

Decking Home Improvement

Dos and Don’ts of Composite Deck Installation

Neil Mathias November 14, 2019

A composite decking project is an investment for your home that will add value to your property, enhance your outdoor space and last for years to come. Unlike timber and other decking materials, composite decking requires very little maintenance, won’t fade to grey and won’t spilt, crack or warp. One factor that can shorten the […]Read More

Flooring Home Improvement

Laminate vs. Timber Flooring – Pros and Cons

Geoff Chan October 17, 2019

Whether you’re building or renovating in Melbourne, your choice of flooring will have a major affect on the aesthetics and budget of your project. From carpeting to parquetry, laminates to timber, there is a huge range of flooring options to choose from. To help you narrow down your choices, we’re going to focus on two […]Read More

Decking Home Improvement

Composite Vs Timber Decking

Neil Mathias September 19, 2019

If you’re considering adding a deck to your home, the most important decision to make is what kind of decking material you’re going to use. These days, the two most popular choices tend to be composite decking and timber decking. Each material has its pros and cons,but each will provide you with a fantastic deck […]Read More

Home Improvement

What are the best roller shutters for my property?

Eric Dennis September 2, 2019

There are plenty of reasons to consider installing roller shutters on your property. But with so many different types to choose from, it can be difficult to make an informed decision and select the roller shutters best suited to your home or business. If you are looking to protect your business, for example, you might […]Read More

Home Improvement Renovation

5 Reasons to Consider a Home Renovation

Matthew Pisanelli August 12, 2019

With the Australian real estate marketing as competitive as it is (especially for those of us living in Melbourne), taking care of and investing in your most valuable asset is a no-brainer. And one of the best ways to invest in your home is with a home renovation project. Significant renovation projects – especially kitchen […]Read More