The recent spate of heavy and destructive hailstorms that caused severe damage to property in Gauteng has proved to be no match for a range of Rainflo unplasticised polyvinyl chloride (PVC-u) gutters ...

The recent spate of heavy and destructive hailstorms that caused severe damage to property in Gauteng has proved to be no match for a range of Rainflo unplasticised polyvinyl chloride (PVC-u) gutters ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

The drainage of flat roofs often poses a challenge in terms of building physics and design. While hard roofing materials such as clay tiles or metals are used for pitched roofs, soft materials such as ...

GUTTERS AND downpipes should be cleaned and checked for signs of necessary repairs at least twice a year. Typically, the best times to do this are late spring and late autumn. If you suspect a problem ...

As Perth and south-west WA face a series of storm fronts that have brought heavy rain and flash flooding, some homeowners are rethinking the best way to keep the house dry. Perth architect Peter Hobbs ...

Keep your farmyard clean and tidy; do not store manure or waste silage on concrete without collection facilities for seepage, nor on hardcore. Repair guttering and downpipes on all sheds to ensure ...