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Why do I need The Gap Fillers Kit

Why do I need The Gap Fillers Kit

In every home or building, gaps can be found in various places such as windows, doors, around skirting boards and floor boards, or even walls. These gaps lead to energy loss, causing discomfort and costly heating and cooling bills. Luckily, there's a simple and...

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Rising Energy Costs – How to Prepare Your Home

Rising Energy Costs – How to Prepare Your Home

Energy costs are on the rise once again, and this time it's happening at the start of July 2023. Key regulators have made a decision that will impact bills across the country. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) recently announced its default market offer (DMO) for...

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Top Reasons Why You Should Not Use Weather Stripping

Top Reasons Why You Should Not Use Weather Stripping

We all know that draught proofing is a great idea.   It is Energy Saving: Helps to seal door and window gaps, which can prevent warm or cool air from leaking out and reduce energy consumption. By reducing the amount of energy needed to maintain a comfortable...

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What is a Treadplate?

What is a Treadplate?

A tread plate, also known as a threshold plate, or a door threshold plate is an important component of draught proofing.  Draught proofing, or draft stopping, is a process used to reduce the amount of air that enters or escapes through gaps in and around doors,...

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5 Top Reasons Why You Should Not Use A Door Snake

5 Top Reasons Why You Should Not Use A Door Snake

.. and what to use instead!  First, what do you need to know about Door Snakes? Question - What is a door snake? Answer - A door snake, sometimes known as a draft stopper, is a long stuffed fabric tube (usually filled with sand, rice, or other heavy materials)...

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7 Most Important Reasons To Insulate Your Home 

7 Most Important Reasons To Insulate Your Home 

If you're a homeowner, or about to become one, you may have heard about the importance of insulation but wondered if it's necessary. The truth is, insulation does more than just keep your home warm in the winter; it can also save you money and improve your quality of...

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How effectively has your roof insulation been installed?

How effectively has your roof insulation been installed?

As much as 45% of the warm winter air in your home can escape through the ceiling. That’s why most Australian homes have ceiling insulation. Ceiling insulation helps to keep homes warm in winter and cool in summer by reducing heat transfer through the roof. It may...

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How to Retrofit Ceiling Insulation Batts in My Roof

How to Retrofit Ceiling Insulation Batts in My Roof

A common method to increase energy efficiency and reduce energy costs is to install ceiling insulation in your home’s roof.  In Australia, retrofitting ceiling insulation batts is an effective and relatively inexpensive way to instantly reduce energy consumption....

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