Is it matching the colours ?
Is it safety ?
Is it being worried about the topper staying put ?
Other ?

We built about a decade or so back and has the usual 1.8mt Color bond fence done. We now want a tad more height.
This seems to be an…

One thing - and I know it might be silly - but - make sure if you get 3 phase your solar panels are linked to ALL 3. They can…

Been getting a lot of emails lately that i have "won" something - but need to pay postage. You need to enter an address and pay a postage "fee". Now…

I've had an upsurge in cold house calls - ie knocks on the front door. This had virtually died out but may have resumed after covid ?
Its the beauty of…

Sorry - also - what did it cost ?

Has anyone had to replace their solar hot water system ?
If so - what is actually replaced ?
I presume the pipes are not - but is it just the outside…

Been getting quite a few emails lately - telling me I've been chosen to win something.
The companies sound OK - ie I know them and even use some - but…

It seems quite common around my area not to have the balcony.

On my many walks with the dog I notice new houses being build - specifically 2 story houses.
These places often have great views - golf course, water etc.
BUT -…

I presume this wouldn't interfere with your termite/white ant protection system ?

Haven't been in for a while - any good myths or scams ?
My latest - The Hotel Scam
You check in - tired and sore. Go to the room…

I would doubt they have done anything

I get Netflix free via Foxtel. Amazing how many spam emails I get on Netflix.
Anyone else get many ?

I notice one of the banks is now saying they WILL NOT include links in their messages. A great idea.
It makes you use the real link. Not the one…

I know mine was a 10 year guarantee - extended every year after so long as I keep/kept the checks/inspections going.
I keep an eye around the outside and inside…

Four quick tips to protect your online banking


Change your passwords regularly
Enable two-factor authentication where available
Regularly monitor your bank accounts
Never provide personal details to anyone who contacts you unexpectedly by phone,…

I like the bobcat idea - not too dear to hire either.
Before doing that, maybe advise them you intend having all their stuff moved in the next 48 hours.…

I don't find ours that noisy - but our pump is well away from living areas.
We tend not to flush during the night - unless necessary.
Our pump is well…

Good advice from my Bank:
There are things you can do to help protect yourself against scammers too. Here are some tips:
Unsure whether a call is legitimate? Hang up and call…

I've seen a few vids on twitter but never sure how true they are
BUT - I hope they are !

I was reading an info sheet put out by my bank the other day - it seems we have to see EVERYTHING as a scam to start and then work…

My wife tells me she is getting more of those "emails" on her iPad now. I guess no-one is exempt.

True to an extent - but I find the real thing is better. I know that Evap cooling can wok in the right climate - but it is not…

Got an email today that claimed he had gotten into my computer and "knew" what I'd been up to.
Notwithstanding the usual porn sites, he said he had all my…

My son is currently looking for a property. Accompanying him on a few "visits" I wondered what constituted a "lie" today ?
Being told by the real estate people -…

I'd be very wary.

I have a friend (really) who is buying a house with asbestos in it.
He plans to have the ceiling "done" to remove it - and says it will cost around…