As we are well and truly initiated into spring and summer and temperatures soar, as local Gauteng residents we know what the next weather phenomenon is: The Highveld Thunderstorm. This high volume of rainfall wreaks havoc with even the most seasoned of us locals. Although we can’t control the severity of the weather, we can […]
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A Musty, Damp Smell A persistent musty smell in your home is often the first indicator of damp. This odour may be evident in areas with little / no ventilation such as basements, cellars, bathrooms and cupboards. How to Identify: Should you notice a musty damp smell returning in areas, after airing out. There may
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Basements are a rare feature in modern day homes but are quite prevalent in older homes in the more established leafy suburbs of Johannesburg. Historically, it is due to the ample land available in Johannesburg that basements did not feature or become popular. Nowadays, in houses, these basements have often been converted into wine cellars,
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In the world of home maintenance, house painting is an essential investment. This blog takes a deep delve into the cost of house painting in South Africa. House painting is more than just a value and aesthetic enhancing exercise it also protects your home’s structure and ensures it remains stable and sound so that it
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When it comes to safeguarding your property against water damage, hiring a reputable waterproofing contractor is a decision that can make all the difference. Waterproofing is a crucial aspect of building maintenance, and entrusting the job to a professional and reputable company offers numerous benefits. In conclusion, Hiring Dampcon is a smart investment in the
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Nothing worse than a leaking roof when it rains, right? Wrong. Believe it or not, there is something worse than a leaking roof. One terrifying word; Floods. Everyone has experienced a flash flood atleast once in their lives, to know how insignificant we are in the face of mother nature. Recently, we all heard
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Winter season is always the best time to tackle home and building maintenance and repairs here in Gauteng. Usually, you will know when your roof is ready to be maintained and if you don’t, look out for the signs. Such as discoloration of the paint, cracked up ridging, water stains and leaks in your building
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Well, first off. Most shower\’s see more contact with water contact than most of your home\’s surfaces. On average, 2-3 showers a day, approximately between 5 and 10 minutes per shower per person, sometimes more… This should already indicate why it is important to have your shower properly waterproofed. Nowadays, more and more contractors skip
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When considering to build your dream home, a lot of the time our thoughts go into the finished project and not necessarily what needs to go into it and the costs attached to ensure the house is reasonably maintainable in the future. Nowadays, balconies are the norm and offer an elegant touch to what will
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Using a Specialist vs Handyman is a an age old question, but has anybody answered it? Why is it important to know this? Before we answer, lets do a quick comparison. Specialist contractor is simply a contractor who specializes in the field where a handyman, general and building contractor has little or no experience. Most
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