Disconnection of electricity, gas and water
For safety's sake, one of the most important parts of demolition is ensuring that things like electricity and gas have been properly disconnected. Find...
Demolition permits
Depending on what you're demolishing, how much of an existing structure you're demolishing and where you're doing it, you may need one of several...
Demolition: what’s involved?
There are a few reasons you might want to demolish an existing house - or part of it. Find out what demolition work involves,...
What are siteworks?
‘Site works’ describes the work required on your building site to prepare it for your home to be built, as well as the ongoing...
Music to test speakers with
Obviously everyone has different tastes, but the right sorts of music can make a significant difference to how objectively you're able to test your...
Reflective foil insulation
Foil-type insulation is reflective insulation, designed to prevent radiated heat from entering your home. This type of insulation is most often used in...
Soundproofing regulations
There are a number of different regulations that affect how you may need to soundproof your home, including local noise pollution regulations, BCA requirements,...
Performance considerations for soundproofing
Find out more about how sound travels in a home, and how certain things will help to stop or control it.
Soundproofing is a complex...
Soundproofing materials
Learn about the different acoustic insulation materials that can be used in and around your home to prevent sound being transferred through walls, floors,...
Soundproofing techniques
There are a variety of ways to improve the soundproofing of your home, including measures you can take to insulate doors, windows and walls....