What is a power vampire?
Power vampires cost Australians a lot of money each year. 'Power vampire' is another name for an appliance with an inefficient power supply, which...
Energy management systems
Energy management works best when you're able to see exactly how much is being consumed, and where it's being consumed. Find out what sorts...
How are electrics installed?
An overview of a typical electrical installation in a home from the local pole transformer, to the service fuse and to your switchbox.
Electrical...
What electrics do I need?
Find out what sorts of electrical systems you'll need to have installed in your home.
Despite all the other variations, there are some basic electrical...
Don’t take risks with cheap products
There are very real risks you take when buying products that don’t comply, says Clipsal standardisation manager Gary Busbridge.
These days, there are...
Rainwater collection and storage
Instead of allowing it to run down the drain, rainwater can be collected to use on gardens. Find out more about how rainwater collection...
Roof drainage
It's important to ensure that water is properly and effectively drained off the roof. Find out more about how this is achieved, and why.
The...
Requirements for attics
Attics are fantastic either for storage, or to add an extra room or study to your home. Find out exactly what's required in terms...
Roof framing elements
From purlins to beams, props, struts, rafters, ties, crowns and fascias. Find out what the different parts of a roof frame are called, and...
Roofs and bushfire codes
If you live in a bushfire prone area, your roof will need to meet special requirements in terms of the way it's constructed. Find...