Posts Tagged ‘Restoration’
Australian Native Plants
Once they are established, these plants need less work and water than many of the traditional garden choices. Native plants are usually hardy and drought resistant and can give a most attractive appearance. Species can be selected to attract birds, for colour, aroma, shade, and warm or cold climates and there are lots of people…
Read MoreConsumer Building Guide NSW – Statutory Warranties
The following warranties set out what you are entitled to under the contract between you and your builder and tradesperson. Even if these warranties (promises) are not written into the contract you sign, the law says that they still apply to the work you are having done on your home. Statutory warranties are in effect…
Read MoreEnergy Generation in Australia
Australia has abundant and diverse energy resources that supply energy for both domestic consumption and the world market. The main fuels produced in Australia are coal, uranium, and natural gas. Australia’s energy production has been dominated by coal. Black coal resources are located in most states, with significant quantities of high-quality black coal in New…
Read MoreConsumer Building Guide NSW- Asbestos etc
When doing the home building, renovations, or work around the home, you may come into contact with asbestos and other hazardous products such as lead or certain solvents. Asbestos and other hazardous products can cause serious injury, harm, and even death in certain circumstances if safety precautions are not followed. For some hazardous products, such…
Read MoreZero Energy Buildings
A net-zero-energy building (ZEB) is a building that over a year does not use more energy than it generates. The first 1979 Zero Energy Design building used passive solar heating and cooling techniques with air-tight construction and super insulation. ZEB’s all use onsite active renewable energy technologies like photovoltaic to offset the building’s primary energy…
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