About Me

Urban Planners and House Building

Hello! My name is Nigel. Today, I would like to talk about urban planning and house building. I have always dreamed of building my own home so I was super pleased when I inherited a lot of money from a great aunt. I used the money to buy a plot of land in the suburbs of Sydney and set about planning my new home. It was then I realised that there were all kinds of rules and stuff. I called in a construction contractor who helped me to work with an urban planner to get the project off the ground. Once it was approved, the contractors quickly constructed a fantastic property. I hope my blog helps others who need to learn about this subject.

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Latest Posts

Common Causes of Ceiling Trouble

Posted on 11 February 2016

The ceiling, just like other sections of your house, is not damage-proof. The need for ceiling repairs will depend on how well it can endure the damaging effects of strong winds, rainfall, hail storms, snow and other external elements. With that said, it is important to be aware of some common causes of problems with residential ceilings and how you can solve them. Water damage One of the most notorious causes of ceiling problems is water damage. [Read More]

What You Need to Know About Underpinning a House

Posted on 2 February 2016

A home's foundation may eventually need underpinning, or an added layer of support, in order to support the weight of the home and protect the foundation from damage and cracking. It may also need underpinning to repair this damage. Consider a few important factors about underpinning and when it may be needed so you know if you should discuss this option with a contractor when it comes to your home's foundation. [Read More]

Three Ways to Clean and Maintain Your Concrete Patio

Posted on 19 January 2016

Concrete is an excellent material for backyard patios since it is durable and long-lasting, but it does need some regular maintenance to keep its current quality. Here are some ways to clean and maintain the concrete patio, allowing it to last much longer. Keep the Patio Swept While this may seem like an obvious suggestion, it is more important than you might think. Sweeping the patio regularly not only keeps the surface clean, but it can help keep debris from building up in gaps between the concrete slabs, which actually helps decrease overall damage from the debris build-up. [Read More]

Troubleshooting Some Common Problems With a Home's Ducted Air Conditioning System

Posted on 19 January 2016

A home's ducted or central air conditioning system may experience some problems that you might not otherwise face with a window unit or ductless air conditioner. This is because the ducted or central system runs through all the ducts and vents of a home and is usually larger and more powerful than a ductless unit, so it may suffer more early wear and tear. If your home has a ducted or central unit, note some common problems you might experience with the system and how to troubleshoot them; even if you need to call a repairperson to fix them, you can still know what to expect by way of a repair bill. [Read More]