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Wising up in winter
With winter in full swing many households are using a lot more energy than usual and with many consumers still feeling the pinch in a recovering market; it makes sense to look at ways to save energy..
Property Advice
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RE/MAX
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10 May 2016
Look north for warmth
There’s very little to beat a sunny winter in a naturally warm home; and it’s even better when the same home delivers cool summer living.
Architects’ “passive design” principles explain why they view their reputation as “slaves ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Anna-Marie Smith
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11 Jul 2014
Load shedding solutions: Is going off-grid a good idea?
As load shedding continues to affect our lives, going off-grid is on everyone’s lips. But is it affordable? And is it a good idea?
Lifestyle and Decor
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Belinda Mountain
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05 Aug 2015
What’s best between an inverter and a generator?
These are the advantages and disadvantages of inverters and generators – and the differences between them.
Property Advice
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Sarah-Jane Meyer
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22 Aug 2022
A solid case for building green
South Africa’s construction industry is set to go green after energy efficiency building regulations came into effect in November 2011. From December 2011, all new buildings were required to use solar water heaters and heat pumps ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Cathy Nolan
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17 Sep 2012
Eskom: is there a green lining for homeowners?
Eish, Eskom! (Shakes head). You’re driving us mad!
But wait. There’s actually a green lining to our national electricity supplier’s dilemma: the inconveniences of electricity shortages are getting more and more of us to think ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Martin Hatchuel
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22 Jan 2015
This is what load shedding does to devices and appliances
It is commonly acknowledged that power outages can cause damage to electrical appliances. How does this happen?
Lifestyle and Decor
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Private Property Reporter
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07 Dec 2021
Portable power - an affordable alternative supply of energy
Portable Power Station (PPS) is a viable solution during power outages.
Property Advice
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Kerry Dimmer
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31 Mar 2023
How to insure your alternative power source
Having insured alternative power sources can assist you to avoid becoming a victim of loadshedding related crime.
Property Advice
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Press
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06 Feb 2023
Green workspace attracts tenants
An office space developer has made its latest building certifiably green, but it turns out this isn’t in response to tenant demand.
Lifestyle and Decor
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Georgina Guedes
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26 Oct 2015
