How to fix a Sagging Gate Three main problems cause gate troubles The Post that the Hinges are fixed onto The Hinges The Gate itself The Post Make sure the post it not loose or wobbly. Use a Spirit Level and check that the post is vertical. If either are not right, dig down Read More…
Home Maintenance Checks
Home Maintenance Checks to Minimize big problems down the track! Early detection of problems can save you thousands: Clean out your Gutter of any leaves and other debris. Take a walk around your property and look for Termite Tunnels (Dirt/Earth stuck where it shouldn’t be) that termites use to get into the timber in your Read More…
How to fix cracks in plaster walls
Repair Plaster, Gyprock & Drywall cracks. It’s true that plaster walls can be difficult to repair–especially if they are too far gone. Like rust on a car, you need to strike at the first sign of problems. You’ll want to preserve whatever is there and fix it, rather than tearing it out. The moment you Read More…
How to fix a leaking Toilet Cistern
If your Toilet is leaking or running it is fairly easy to fix. Sometimes the Valve that stops the water filling the cistern needs adjusting. How to fix a leaking Toilet Cistern. This will stop the water overflowing into the bowl. Sometimes the valve that stops the water filling the cistern is worn and needs replacing. Read More…
How to replace Tap Washers
A dripping tap can be an annoyance as well as a waste of water, and a waste of energy if it is a hot tap. A dripping tap is easier to fix than you might think, often just a replacement washer is needed, and by doing it yourself saves expensive plumbing costs. You’ll need a Read More…
Read The Instructions
When All Else Fails, Read The Instructions It’s an age old saying, and one you don’t usually want to hear when you are half way through attempting to assemble, operate or fix something and it’s just not going to plan. Flat pack assembly can be tricky and requires a methodical and sytematic approach. Reading the Read More…