by Debra G de Villiers | Jul 3, 2017 | Eco Intermediate
Your home is the biggest investment you’ll ever make. And with the rising cost of electricity and the vulnerability of water supply, green and eco friendly living is becoming a more attractive option for many home owners. But can you afford it now? The last thing you want to do is over-capitalise on your property. […]
by Debra G de Villiers | Jul 3, 2017 | Eco Intermediate
At the first sign of winter do you dust off your heaters and throw your electric blanket on the bed? Or maybe you stock up on gas and firewood to keep you warm through those dark, chilly nights? With a green home, you wouldn’t have to do any of these things. And the reason for […]
by Debra G de Villiers | Jun 27, 2017 | Eco Intermediate
To date, very few houses use green building techniques. However, this does not mean that you can’t fit your current home with green features which will eventually give you a similar return on investment. To follow is a quick guide on how we can help you retro fit your home with green features. Choose the […]
by Debra G de Villiers | Jun 27, 2017 | Eco Intermediate
Today, many developers use the term ‘green’ to describe their buildings. But what are the elements that really make a house eco friendly? Does it only refer to using solar power for heating your water? Or harvesting rainwater in a cleverly hidden tank? Seeing as the term gets thrown around so often, we decided to […]
by Debra G de Villiers | Jun 26, 2017 | Eco Intermediate
When was the last time you thought about your water consumption? During times of drought we are all reminded of how necessary a steady supply of water is to our lifestyle. If all you have to do is turn on a tap, it’s easy to take this limited resource for granted. But as the cost […]
by Debra G de Villiers | Jun 26, 2017 | Eco Intermediate
Being involved in the construction of your own home is exciting. You’re calling the shots and it’s only natural that when you’re making that kind of investment that you want everything to be perfect. And it stands to reason that what you chose now will influence your lifestyle and that of your family for years […]