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Four Reasons to Build a Verandah

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Verandahs have been an icon in Australian architecture for decades now. If you’re looking for a home improvement idea that will turn your home into the cozy space you’ve been dreaming about, then a verandah is it. Find out why below. Verandahs Make an Easy Home Improvement Project If you’re going to undertake a home improvement project, you probably do not want something that will turn your property upside down.…

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3 Steps You Can Take to Upgrade the Efficiency of Your Air Conditioning

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Upgrading your window air conditioning to a whole house option was your first step to a comfortable and climate controlled environment. The problem with most traditional whole house units is that some rooms may have a different temperature or you may have people in the home who are always hotter or colder than someone else. If you want to solve these issues and give everyone in the home the climate control they need, consider the three steps you can take to upgrade the efficiency of your air conditioning.…

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How to Remove Scratches from Plastic Patio Tables

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Although plastic is a popular material for patio furniture, it can easily become scratched and unsightly. Some people prefer to pay a tradesman to fix the deep gouges and repair the table. However, it is possible, with a little time and the correct equipment, to carry out a repair yourself. Take a look at the process involved to achieve this. Equipment To enable you to properly carry out this job, you will need the following equipment:…

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Keeping Your Fish Pond Fountain Working And Free Of Clogs

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If you’re the proud owner of a fish pond in your garden, you probably have a small pond fountain built into it. Whether its an unassuming little black tube, or a magnificent artifice of marble and gilt, its basic function is the same - to keep the water in your pond circulating.  A clogged or broken fountain isn’t just an aesthetic eyesore, but a clear and present danger to the health of your fish.…

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4 Benefits Of Using Window Roller Shutters

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Modern manufacturers and designers of window roller shutters have integrated a myriad of essential features that are meant to improve the attractiveness of their products to homeowners. For that reason, they can provide you with window roller shutters that deliver the following benefits for your home. Enhance the Overall Security of Your Home Just like doors, windows are highly exposed to vandalism by thieves and burglars who want to gain forceful entry into your home.…

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How Using A Cleaning Company Can Benefit A Small Business

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For many small businesses, looking regularly at areas where money can be saved and reinvested is important to keep the business on track. One area where this is applicable is the office cleaning schedule. Many small businesses rely on their members of staff to do the cleaning. This usually involves personal or purchased equipment. More importantly, it deviates time away from the employee’s work schedule, effectively meaning that they are getting paid to do menial tasks, rather than their work.…

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3 Terms and Conditions You Need to Look for in a Removalist Contract

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When you hire a removalist you will likely be asked to sign and accept a terms and conditions or terms of agreement form. Unfortunately, most people are in a hurry and assume that the form is standard without reading the fine print. If you don’t have the time to read the whole form, at least look for these three points to ensure you understand exactly what you are getting into or what may happen if a problem arises.…

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What Are The Different Types Of Biological Pest Control Strategies?

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There is great importance attached to pest inspection for residential premises. Regular pest inspection is the only way through which homeowners can identify the presence of pests in their homes. Pest inspection is also important because the findings from the inspection will help to determine the most appropriate strategy for eliminating these pests. With that in mind, here is a quick look at the three strategies used in biological pest control.…

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How to (Almost) Never Be Locked Out Again

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Ever been locked out? It’s the sort of thing that makes you want to cry out in frustration. Sometimes only a locksmith can help you, but there are a few steps to take to make sure that being locked out is only a temporary inconvenience. Duplicate Make a spare key and give it to a friend, or even better, a neighbour. It seems somewhat obvious, but not so many people actually take this precaution.…

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