Building Your Domain: A Construction and Contracting Blog

From Blocks to Flute Size: Five Issues to Consider When Buying Replacement Fill for Your Cooling Tower

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If you are trying to find cooling tower fill replacement, there are several decisions you will have to make. Wondering which options are available? Here are some of the elements you need to consider: 1. Original Equipment Manufacturer or New Filler  If you like, you can order the exact same type of filler your cooling tower currently uses, and you can often order it from the original equipment manufacturer. However, if you want to try something less expensive, something that claims to work better or a different material, you may want to order a different filler than you currently have. Read More»

How Window Film Could Be A Real Life Saver

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Most people know that tinted window film can give your home privacy and can even add to the look of your rooms, but it could also prove to be a real life saver.  Read on to find out how. 1.  Earthquakes and explosions Although you might never experience a bomb blast near your home, gas explosions can occur, especially in urban environments.  So, how can privacy tinting help to protect you and your family in such an event? Read More»

4 Signs Your Air Conditioning System's Compressor is Faulty

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Your air conditioning system is made up of plenty of important components, but one of the most vital is the compressor. This is the part that keeps your system pressurised, thereby allowing air to move throughout your property. If it isn’t working, the cool air will simply stay in one place. Unfortunately, the compressor is a part that tends to experience the most wear. It cycles on and off and is in use every single time the air conditioning is turned on. Read More»

Why You Should Install Glass Splashbacks in Your Kitchen

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Typically, homeowners tend to gravitate toward tiles when incorporating splashbacks in their kitchen. Although some of these tile splashbacks can add some aesthetic appeal to the overall appearance of your kitchen, they are not the only option that you could consider. Materials such as glass will not only offer you an attractive alternative, but also one that is functional too. The following are some of the reasons why you should install glass splashbacks in your kitchen. Read More»

Making Your Home Energy Efficient

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Making your home more energy efficient is the perfect way to save money and contribute to environmental conservation. Whether you’re thinking of installing solar power systems or new double-glazed windows, there are plenty of options that are cost effective and easy to implement. Here are a few different ideas that you can either do yourself, or get a contractor to do for you.  Recycling  Recycling as much waste as you can is the easiest thing you can do to help the environment. Read More»