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How to Care For the Soil

The soil which makes up the earth is one of the most important commodities that we have access to. If you have recently bought a plot of land, you will want to do all you can to keep the soil clean and free of contaminants. You will also need to take steps to prevent the soil from becoming eroded and damaged by different environmental factors. When I moved into my current property, I didn't understand a thing about all of this. Thankfully, my neighbour educated me about the importance of looking after the environment and he taught me everything I needed to know.

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The Importance of Soil Testing for Your Property
18 September 2023

Soil testing provides vital information about the …

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3 Tips on How to Get the Best Value for Your Scrap Metal
10 January 2018

Probably you have an old car that no longer runs l …

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Septic Tank: Understanding the Essential Guidelines on Maintenance and Care
24 October 2017

Proper maintenance and care of your septic tank wi …

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Pain In The Grass: Why And How To Remove Gamba Grass Growing On Your Land
25 September 2017

It's no secret that Australia has one serious weed …

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Two ways to maintain a sanitary living environment during a renovation project
23 September 2017

If you intend to continue living in your home whil …

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How to Care For the Soil

The Importance of Soil Testing for Your Property

18 September 2023
 Categories: Environmental, Blog

Soil testing provides vital information about the existing conditions of the soil, which can guide decisions on what and when to plant and how to adjust soil conditions to improve growth. It plays a crucial role in numerous aspects, as described below. Nutrient Content  Firstly, an essential insight gained from soil testing is the nutrient content. Without adequate nutrients, plants cannot thrive. By testing the soil, one can determine whether the necessary nutrients are present in the right amounts. Read More 

3 Tips on How to Get the Best Value for Your Scrap Metal

10 January 2018
 Categories: , Blog

Probably you have an old car that no longer runs lying in the middle of your yard, occupying valuable space. Or you have plenty of offcuts stacked in the corner of your garage or garden, leftover from your recent home renovation. In either case, you can earn a nice amount from the scrap metal in your possession. However, the scrap metal business isn't as easy as you might think. You can easily get ripped off, especially if you are inexperienced in the recycling industry. Read More 

Septic Tank: Understanding the Essential Guidelines on Maintenance and Care

24 October 2017
 Categories: Environmental, Blog

Proper maintenance and care of your septic tank will prolong the lifespan of your waste treatment system. Also, it will minimise the incidents of failure and reduce the costs of repair. Unfortunately, numerous homeowners neglect their septic tanks because upkeep seems complicated. If you have found the maintenance of your septic system challenging, consider using these simple guidelines to prolong the lifespan of the tank and promote better performance. Pump the Septic Tank  Read More 

Pain In The Grass: Why And How To Remove Gamba Grass Growing On Your Land

25 September 2017
 Categories: Environmental, Blog

It's no secret that Australia has one serious weed problem, and the spread of non-native species of flora across wide tracts of land poses an ever-increasing threat to the delicate and unique ecosystems native to the continent. As such, all landowners should be practising judicious bush regeneration techniques to promote the growth of native plants, while stifling non-native varieties. However, some non-native weeds merit more attention than others, and one of the most important and treacherous invasive weeds in Australia today is gamba grass. Read More 

Two ways to maintain a sanitary living environment during a renovation project

23 September 2017
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If you intend to continue living in your home whilst some renovation work is carried out on it, you must take measures to ensure that the property remains sanitary throughout this process. Given how much dirt, dust and rubbish a renovation project tends to produce, this will be no easy task. Here are a couple of tips which should help you: Hire a skip bin As soon as you receive confirmation from your contractor regarding the start date for the renovation work, you should contact a company in your town or city that offers skip bin services and arrange to rent one of their bins for the duration of the project. Read More