Block Systems

Garden Drainage

... Subsurface drainage systems commonly use geotextile fabrics around the pipes in order to ... If it is badly designed or installed, the system may block up, direct ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/garden_drainage

Water – Efficiency and Responsible Use

... filled with gravel or rock into which runoff drains; bio-retention systems – storm water ... from debris such as leaf litter which can otherwise block the flow ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Water

Passive solar design - Home Improvement Pages

... Air-flow. Try to identify the direction of the predominant breezes to your block when building. ... Related Categories. Feng Shui Heating Systems Insulation Lighting ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/passive_solar_design

Termite Prevention

... Following are some of the physical barrier systems that are available ... These three elements working in combination with each other block concealed termite access ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Termite_Prevention

Sustainable Kit Homes - Home Improvement Pages

... Passive solar orientation that works your block. ... Additional environmental features such as greywater systems, composting toilets or solar panels. ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/sustainable_kit_homes

Eco-Friendly Laundry - Home Improvement Pages

... A plumber will be able to advise you on greywater systems and devices ... instance, putting the laundry on the west side of the house will help block the afternoon ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/eco_friendly_laundry

Awnings

... amount of light that enters the home; energy efficiency – awnings can block heat in ... as you can have more control over both your heating and cooling systems; ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Awnings

Eco-friendly building materials - Home Improvement Pages

... and make more sense for an elevated home on a sloping block, while heavier ... Lightweight panel systems made of straw or recycled paper have low embodied energy ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/eco_friendly_building_materials

Low cost water-saving - Home Improvement Pages

... Don't use a brick, as bricks can crumble and block up your plumbing. ... There are sophisticated greywater systems on the market but you can easily recycle a fair ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/low_cost_water_saving

Identify and Control Pests

... Alternatively, ant baiting systems may be used. ... if there is a sub-floor area, block it off so that pets cannot access it. wash or throw away pet bedding. ... www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Identify_and_Control_Pests