About Me

Turning a House into a Home

Welcome to my blog! My name is Fredrick. I live in Sydney, Australia, in my lovely home. When I moved into this place a couple of years ago, it wasn't a home, it was a house. When I saw this place, I knew it was for me. It is located right on the beach and has spectacular views. However, when I moved in, I knew something wasn't right. I called in a contractor and began working on turning my new house into a home. I had one wall knocked down so there was more space, I had the walls painted and new windows installed. I then demolished the old garage and constructed a sunroom. I learnt an awful lot during this work and so I decided to start this blog.

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What to Consider When Buying Timber for Residential Fencing

Posted on 22 April 2021

A timber fence can add kerb appeal to your home and garden, especially if your property is surrounded by nature. Furthermore, it can be cheaper to install compared to other materials such as wrought iron and steel. However, with so many wood species available today, choosing the right timber for your project can be a daunting task. To help you make the right choice, here are a few tips on what to look for when buying timber for residential fencing. [Read More]

What You Need to Know About Residential Land Division to Determine If It Is Right for You

Posted on 15 March 2021

Although land division refers to the process of subdividing a parcel of land into smaller lots, it is essential to know that this process is not as simple as demarcating the different lots and doing with them as you wish. The process needs to be systematic for it to be legal. To help you manage your expectations, here is what you need to know about residential land division to determine if it is right for you. [Read More]

Could Your Home Have an Asbestos Problem?

Posted on 22 January 2021

Asbestos is a group of silicate minerals comprised of tiny, microscopic fibres that take the form of fibrous crystals. Although asbestos was widely used for thousands of years in a wide range of industries, it was the construction industry that it saw its most extensive use where it's strength, electrical resistance, and comparatively low cost made it a popular insulation material. Asbestos can be found in properties built as recently as the 1980s although the use of the material was prohibited after that time. [Read More]

A Guide On Commercial Scaffolding

Posted on 7 December 2020

Commercial scaffolding is a must-have when building high rise commercial buildings. More often than not, contractors have a difficult time when hiring and using scaffolds. Below is a short guide on commercial scaffolding.  Choosing A Commercial Scaffold When constructing a multiple storey building, you could opt to use the following types of scaffolding:  A staircase tower scaffold comprises several platforms connected by a staircase. They are ideal when construction workers need to carry heavy or wide items inside the scaffold. [Read More]