3 Ways To Not Get Ripped Off By Tradies

It’s all about playing it safe!

Unfortunately, thousands of Aussies get ripped off by dodgy tradies annually. But the honest truth? It really does not need to happen.

Because if you do good upfront research, it really should not happen.

There is a great pool of excellent reputable tradies out there. I hope you agree with me when I say, these are the businesses we should all be supporting!

So how do you find them?

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Home Design Trends Aussies Are Loving

Planning A Home Renovation? Get Wowed!

This year’s home trends are all about interior design and style.

Whether you have an apartment or a new home renovation planned, here are some of the top home design trends highlighted by Australian Times.co.uk worth checking out!

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Energy-Efficient Homes Sweeping Australia?

Why You Should Go Green Now!

Have you started to think green for your home yet?

There is mounting evidence that being aware of your home’s energy performance can bring huge economic benefits. And it’s a growing trend!

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5 Kitchen Trends For Renovators

What’s Hot In The Kitchen For 2017!

Kitchen renovations are very popular with Aussies.

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Report Shows DIY Injuries on the Rise

Avoiding Danger When Renovating

Authorities are warning Australians about the risks of do-it-yourself (DIY) home improvement projects.

According to a report from ABC, the Princess Alexandra Hospital reportedly sees at least one power tool injury daily.

Injuries from DIY activities range from minor cuts to life-threatening situations.

As the situation seems to be worsening, there is a new research underway on understanding whether these disasters are just freak occurrences or whether something can be done to prevent them.

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Boy, Don’t Aussies Love Home Renovations

And we plan to keep doing it!

Australians are proud of their homes and this trend will continue this year as more renovations are expected to crop up across the country.

According to the latest findings from Roy Morgan Research, around 8.4 million (or 62%) of Australia’s 13.6 million home owners did some type of renovation in the past year. This is higher compared to three years earlier at 7.5 million (57%).

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“I Better Get Those!” Kitchen Renovation Features

Planning A Kitchen Renovation?

Whether you want your kitchen to be rustic or modern, all kitchens must share similar features in terms of convenience and resale value.

It doesn’t matter what type of renovation you’ll go for, having these must-have features guarantees you get the best of any world.

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Get the WOW Factor with Your Outdoor Renovation

Give Your Outdoor Space That Fabulous Makeover

Take your outdoor room from drab to fab with the right furnishings and touches.

The following home renovation tips will tell you which items to splurge on including which areas or spaces you can fix for that outdoor WOW factor.

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New Gutters – A Quick Q & A Guide

Planning on Getting New Gutters?

Homeowners often overlook the importance of replacing their gutters. Many simply don’t know where to start in assessing the best type of gutters for their home.

That’s where our friends at ABC Seamless in Sydney have come to help. As gutter experts, they have been able to walk us through the common questions and answers.

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Why Aussies Love Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations

Which Part of Your House Should Your Renovate?

We Aussies love renovating! Aside from transforming spaces to have more appeal and function, home renovations also offer many Aussies a profitable way to make some extra money.

According to a report from Lifehacker, some of the regions with the highest value for renovated properties are Mosman in Sydney NSW, followed by Point Nepean, Albert Park and Brighton in Victoria.

This has also pushed the demand for builders and local tradesmen up.

So what are the best spaces in the home to renovate?

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