Archive for February, 2019

Choosing the best radiator for a kitchen

In many families today, life revolves around the kitchen. A kitchen is so much more than just a place to cook; it can be the place the family gathers together and a space to entertain guests too.

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According to a recent study reported in the Independent only a quarter of adults in the UK actually know as many as ten recipes, but even so, we do choose to spend time in the kitchen, so your choice of radiator is one of the important design considerations.

How to choose a radiator for your kitchen


Kitchens vary in many different ways so there are various aspects to consider. Naturally, the size of the room will dictate the amount of heat that you need the radiator to provide. Using a heat loss calculator will ensure that you select the right size for your space. Because heat requirements can vary at different …


Three Causes of Low Toilet Water Flow

Has your toilet been failing to deliver with every flush lately? People often simply may not notice until the problem becomes much too noticeable. However, if you are noticing low flow in your toilet, here are a few simple things to check before calling in a professional Victoria plumber.

Float arm adjustment

Inside most toilet tanks is a mechanism for registering the depth of the water inside the reservoir. One of the most common causes of low toilet water when you flush is that the arm sits too low when it triggers the automatic water shut off. If not enough water is getting into the reservoir then your flushes will be less powerful and the bowl may not fill up correctly. This is a simple fix though, as adjusting the arm, or in rare cases replacing the arm, will help make sure that your toilet reservoir fills up to …


Why You Should Hire a Custom Builder Before You Buy Your Lot

Many individuals think that shopping for a lot is no different than shopping for clothes and so they start looking at a piece of property based on its views, proximity to their work, amount of noise, or other aesthetic qualities. However, doing so can potentially be detrimental as there are many other more subtle qualities that a professional home builder would be able to point out to you. So what are some of the best reasons to go lot shopping with your new home builder in Victoria BC?

Site-built ability

Many people think that because a lot is labeled buildable that it is easy to do so. However, your home building expert can potentially save you from this naive pitfall. The truth is, house building prices will vary depending on where the house is built, the accessibility of materials, accessibility of shipments, and ease of access to the site …


How roller shutters can keep your home secure

According to statistics, at least one home in Australia is burgled every two minutes. In other studies conducted on break-in victims, about 24 percent of theft victims feel that there is not much the police can do. While the crime rate in Australia has risen to an alarming rate in the recent months, it is evident that even the police and private security companies cannot do anything to help. Burglars have learned to skillfully maneuver through the various forms of security alarm systems that are put in place to enhance home and commercial property security. In addition, police officers and security teams will painfully take about half an hour to arrive on the scene which gives burglars just enough time to steal and escape. This means that even if you have security systems installed in your home, you still have much to worry about the safety of your home. Outdoor …