Restoring an old house is one of the greatest projects a person can undertake. It will be both time consuming, and a delightful project to which you can devote your attention. So, make sure that you do take the time to enjoy the process as you create the home of your dreams. Assess the Current […]
When embarking on a home renovation project it makes sense to do as much of the work yourself, to save some of the money you would be paying on labour. When it comes to painting, carpentry, landscaping and jobs, where there is not too much chance of making a mistake, go right ahead and save […]
For many people, the idea that you could even lift a house up and move it somewhere else sounds like something from a science fiction movie, so it is understandable to wonder about what is involved. It is a great idea to ask as many questions as you need to, so that you are clear […]
Which is better? Timber stumps or concrete stumps? This question comes up every time someone is looking to restump a house, and it isn’t one that can be answered easily. This is because there is no clear cut, black and white answer. There are many different variables that contribute to how either concrete or timber […]
Okay, let’s talk about money. Even though it is not our forte, we are definitely in the business of raising houses at Black and White Houseraising and Restumping, and we have spoken to many clients about how they did it. If you have realised that you need to come up with the cash to raise […]
Copper Chrome Arsenate has been used throughout the world since 1933, and is a substance that is well known for its ability to protect wood from insect and fungal infestations. Due to the toxic compounds that are used in this treatment, it is the best thing on the market for ensuring that timber remains as […]
There’s a lot going on in a house; there are many different parts, some seen and some unseen. Sometimes, if the developer or person who built it tended to cut corners, there may be elements that need to be replaced or that are not functioning as well as they could. If some of the materials […]
If flood events were all fun and games, riding wheelie bins through the neighbourhood and taking your dinghy to the corner shop, life would be all roses. Unfortunately, damage to homes during flood events costs Australians more than 300 million dollars every year, which is a lot of milky bars by anyone’s guess. Nobody wants […]
How To Restore Your Old Home
/in House Raising Brisbane - Repairs & Renovations /by wsadminRestoring an old house is one of the greatest projects a person can undertake. It will be both time consuming, and a delightful project to which you can devote your attention. So, make sure that you do take the time to enjoy the process as you create the home of your dreams. Assess the Current […]
Home Renovation: When To Call In The Professionals
/in House Raising, House Raising Brisbane - Repairs & Renovations /by wsadminWhen embarking on a home renovation project it makes sense to do as much of the work yourself, to save some of the money you would be paying on labour. When it comes to painting, carpentry, landscaping and jobs, where there is not too much chance of making a mistake, go right ahead and save […]
House Raising: Do We Need To Change Everything?
/in House Raising, House Raising - Making More Space, House Raising Brisbane - Considerations, House Raising Brisbane - Repairs & Renovations /by wsadminFor many people, the idea that you could even lift a house up and move it somewhere else sounds like something from a science fiction movie, so it is understandable to wonder about what is involved. It is a great idea to ask as many questions as you need to, so that you are clear […]
Timber or Concrete: Which Stump to Use for Your Home?
/in Restumping /by wsadminWhich is better? Timber stumps or concrete stumps? This question comes up every time someone is looking to restump a house, and it isn’t one that can be answered easily. This is because there is no clear cut, black and white answer. There are many different variables that contribute to how either concrete or timber […]
Money Talks: How To Budget Your Way To Raising Your House
/in House Raising, House Raising Brisbane - Benefits /by wsadminOkay, let’s talk about money. Even though it is not our forte, we are definitely in the business of raising houses at Black and White Houseraising and Restumping, and we have spoken to many clients about how they did it. If you have realised that you need to come up with the cash to raise […]
Copper Chrome Arsenate: Why Treat Your Timber With It?
/in House Raising Brisbane - Signs of Damage /by wsadminCopper Chrome Arsenate has been used throughout the world since 1933, and is a substance that is well known for its ability to protect wood from insect and fungal infestations. Due to the toxic compounds that are used in this treatment, it is the best thing on the market for ensuring that timber remains as […]
How To Find Out If Your House Is Built With Quality Materials
/in House Raising, House Raising Brisbane - Repairs & Renovations, Restumping /by wsadminThere’s a lot going on in a house; there are many different parts, some seen and some unseen. Sometimes, if the developer or person who built it tended to cut corners, there may be elements that need to be replaced or that are not functioning as well as they could. If some of the materials […]
Worst Case Scenarios For How Flooding Damages Your Home
/in House Raising, House Raising - Making More Space, House Raising Brisbane - Benefits, House Raising Brisbane - Considerations, House Raising Brisbane - Repairs & Renovations, Restumping /by wsadminIf flood events were all fun and games, riding wheelie bins through the neighbourhood and taking your dinghy to the corner shop, life would be all roses. Unfortunately, damage to homes during flood events costs Australians more than 300 million dollars every year, which is a lot of milky bars by anyone’s guess. Nobody wants […]