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Zoning Scheme Cape Town
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Fenestration Calculations (Glass size)
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National Home Builders Registration Council – NHBRC
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NHBRC Warranty Scheme Review 2 PDF’s
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NHBRC Suspends Fees Included in PA003
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Can I owner build my own house in South Africa?
What does SANS 10400 stand for?
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Can I Build Without the NHBRC
What are the best SABS 0400 standards on walls?
What is The Latest Version of SANS 10400?
When Did Genuine SANS 10400 Come Into Effect?
What is the Safety SANS 10400 refuse area?
What is the SA National Standards 10400 (SANS 10400)?
Construction Elements
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Concrete Foundations
Concrete & Masonry
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Concrete Mixes
Concrete Mixes by Weight and Volume
Masonry Arches
Concrete Slab
Concrete in Cold Weather a Quick Guide
Glass and Glazing as a Construction Element, 7 points
Electrics & Lighting
Roofs and Roofing – Expert Advice
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Anchor Roof Structure Key How-to Elements
3 Effective Thatch Roofs and Lightning Regulations to Keep You Safe
Waterproofing Roofs
Looking for Clean, Fresh Air
Facilities for Disabled People
Temporary Buildings
Solar
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Cool Roofs
Energy-Efficient Buildings
SANS 10400XA – A Guide and Best Questions
When is “Off-Grid” Actually “Off-Grid”? Expert Advice with 4 Options
Reduce Your Energy Costs by 90% – Case Study
The Value of Solar Panels in SA
Owner Building
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Owner Builder 101: Tips And Tricks For A Successful Project
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Why Owner Build
Pros and Cons of Owner Building
Home Building Definitions
A Competent Person
Be Your Own Project Manager
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Build a House: Watch this Fascinating 10 min Classic Film Clip
Municipality
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Building contraventions
Stormwater disposal
Swimming Pools
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Swimming Pools, Boundary Lines and Plans – JHB
Swimming Pools
Why You Should Hire a Professional Pool Builder
Landscaping – 2 Sensible Expert Sections
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Landscaping Part 1
Landscaping Part 2
Environmental A to Z
Boundary Lines & Walls
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Boundary, Building Lines, Walls & Fences
Boundary Walls and Fences
Retaining Walls
Additions+Alterations
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No Approved Plans For A House – 5 Headings
Alterations & Additions
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Home Additions, 6 Things To Consider
The Best Decorative Concrete Floors
Minor Building Works
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Plans & Minor Building Work
Building House Extensions
Garden structures
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A Garden Structure
Build a Treehouse
Build a Pergola
Kitchen Ideas That Are Eye-opening
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Kitchen Planning by Stages
Renovate Your Kitchen – 5 suggestions
How To Design Your Own Kitchen Easily
How to Design an Open-plan Kitchen
A Good Kitchen Layout
Bathroom Ideas – 10 Tips
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Bathroom planning – 4 Interesting Questions
Remodel Your Bathroom Like A Professional
Bathroom planning – 4 Interesting Questions
Design Your New Bathroom
Design a Small Bathroom
Bathroom Storage Tips
Electric Fences Rules & Regulations
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New Electric Fence Law
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Implications of Non-Compliant Electric Fencing and Outdated Certificates of Compliance
Is This Electric Fence Legal and Compliant?
Electric Cables
Plumbing Problems
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DIY Plumbing-What is Legal.
Blocked Drains
Burst Pipes
The Plumbing Saga Continues
How to Replace a Tap Mixer Cartridge
Home Design Ideas
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Are High Ceilings a Waste of Money?
Green Roofs
The 3D-Printed House, The Dutch are Going Ahead In Record Time
Alternate Building Technologies
Sustainable Homes
Container House
A Dune House
Mountain Home
Safety
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TOOLS For Home Building
Safety In The Home
Engineers Specs Are Professional & Vital
News
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Home Risk Exposed: Old Mutual Insure’s Expert Guide to Protection
Consumers Pay For Fresh Air On Their Water Bills
Did you Know the NHBRC Can Send You to Jail?
Nkandla – At What Cost?
Building Stopped on Non-Compliant Site After Complaints
City of Cape Town Planning Joins Digital Age
Illegal Building Leads to Chaos
Flood Damage
Councils Must be Ruthless with Unsafe Buildings
Building Collapses
Blogs
Reviews
Toggle child menu
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New Building Materials
Black Minimalist House
A Dune House
Mountain Home – Architect Designed House – 12 pictures
Detect Pipes and Cables
Contractors All Risk-Insurance Policy Explained
Engineers’ Specs Are Vital
Balustrade Installation
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