Ladders are handy to have around the home, especially if you need to reach high items. However, ladders can also be one of the most dangerous tools on a work site or around the home. So how do you avoid serious injuries or worse when working at heights? Read on for our tips and tricks to keep you safe whilst up the ladder.   There are many reasons you would need to be up on a ladder around the home. Often the first example that springs to mind is cleaning out the gutters. Whilst we…

Winter is here, and it’s time to crank up the heat…or is it?  This winter, a lot of Australians will be reaching for the heater, or reverse cycle air conditioning to warm up their homes, but what if we said your roof could help keep your home warm and save on your energy bills? As a better alternative to parting with the better part of $10,000 for central heating or even a reverse cycle air conditioner, these little tips could save you the extra expense and help keep your energy bills lower. Who would have…

Asbestos is still found in a large number of Australian homes and businesses and was once one of the most commonly used material on any Australian building site. Although asbestos can cause a myriad of health issues, it is still present in buildings today because in its final form, and when it is stable after being treated properly, it is fine to be around, as long as the proper precautions are taken before any renovation works begin; this include the roof.   So, what do you do if your home has asbestos in it? The…