The Star: April 05, 2018

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Home
& Property
FOR
SALE
Hei Hei: 1/8 Glenleith Lane
Make an offer: Nest or Invest. Solid 1990’s
townhouse on safe TC1 land. 2 dble bdrms,
open plan living. Super Sunny. Single gge plus
extra parking. By negotiation – make an offer
Open Sat 2.30-3 pm
Ref: www.remax.co.nz/RMI10546
NEW LISTING
Queenspark: 225a Queenspark Drive
Queenspark Beauty: 3 dble bdrm townhouse
with spacious open plan living and large
single garage. Modern kitchen, updated
bathroom, new carpet, paint. Super sunny
with outdoor flow from living and main
bedroom. Across the road from Queenspark
School. Transport at the gate. Must be
viewed. Price by negotiation.
Open Sat & Sun 12-12.45 pm
Ref: www.remax.co.nz/RMI10552
Shirley: 125 Quinns Road
Must be viewed: Terrific 3 bdrm 1990’s
townhouse. Spacious living. Cathedral
ceilings. Mostly double glazed, 2 heat pumps,
French doors to outdoor living. Awesome
value. Offers over $385,000 (RV $390,000)
Open Sun 11-11.30 am
Ref: www.remax.co.nz/RMI10548
MORE PROPERTIES
ARE URGENTLY NEEDED!
Do you know
the current
value of your
home?
Find out,
call Trish now
for a free
appraisal.
Trish Lawrence
ph 0800 874 745
INITIAL REALTY LTD
For more information:
EvEry Thursday
Mike Fulham
P 364 7406
E mike@starmedia.kiwi
Licensed Agent
REAA 2008
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NEW LISTINGS
Five tips for renovators
Building or renovating a home to take you
through the generations can be challenging.
Before you start, here are five things you
should think about:
1. Creating flexible living spaces.
How will your family’s use of living spaces
change over the coming years? Are the
living spaces big enough to cater to an older
or extended family?
2. Slashing your energy bills.
With energy costs on the rise, thinking
about sustainable design minimises the
impact on the environment and your
monthly power bill.
3. Creating outdoor living spaces.
People renovating often add a lower level
or build on top. Both options allow you to
create a linkage to an outdoor setting which
can be designed as an extra “living room”.
Ensure the landscape design is linked in
with the overall design for the renovation.
4. Future-proofing for new
technologies.
You can future proof your home by
designing in smart cabling systems that
act as conduits for future technologies
such as internet over the TV.
5. Family considerations.
Think about extending bedrooms
and having living spaces for study.
Also, factor in bedroom size: children
might be happy in single beds when
they are young, but there will come a
time when they want a double bed and
extra space that goes with it.
Autumn’s here...
clear the gutters
and keep them clean
Before clearing the gutter of any debris, it’s
best to securely block off the tops of any
downpipes with a large rag or old towel.
This prevents any of the collected sludge
being washed down and potential causing
a blocking. Beginning at one end, carefully
scoop out any leaves and sludge (either with
a purpose made gutter scoop or small plastic
trowel) and deposit the debris in a bucket.
Work your way along the length of each
section of guttering, emptying the bucket
as necessary. Once the guttering is clear of
mess, remove the rag or towel and sluice
the gutter with clean water, scrubbing (if
necessary) with a stiff-bristled brush.
Once you’re satisfied the inside of the gutter
is clear and clean, use a preparatory house
or paint wash (diluted with warm water to
the recommended ratio) to carefully scrub
the guttering and downpipes with a brush,
rinsing off any soapy residue with clean
water. For any really stubborn or unsightly
areas of mould, consider using a preparatory
moss and mould killer. While up the ladder,
do a routine check on the condition of the
guttering, ensuring that water runs away
freely and there are no splits, gaps in the
joints or broken brackets along each section.
Check also along the edge of the roof for any
potential maintenance issues as now is the
time to address any signs of rust or other
damage.
BLOCKED DRAINPIPES
Should the water not flow freely along the
guttering and exit via the downpipe, it
may be there’s a blockage in the downpipe
that will need clearing. Begin by carefully
feeding a garden hose down the top of
the drainpipe until it stops; then turn it on
full. This may be enough to dislodge the
blockage. Failing that, consider using a
length of strong wire or a thin rod to shift
the compacted debris. For truly stubborn
blockages, it may be necessary to remove
the downpipe completely. Beginning at the
bottom of the pipe, unscrew each bracket
and carefully remove the downpipe (or each
section, as necessary) and free the inside of
any blockage with a piece of garden stake
(or strong bamboo). sluice the pipe out
with running water. In extreme cases it may
be necessary to use a water blaster. Once
unblocked, replace the pipe, screwing back
the brackets in reverse order.
PREVENTION
Prevention is better than cure so consider
placing plastic netting or mesh over
guttering to act as a filter and stop leaves
and other large debris causing a problem.
There are also a number of other custommade
gutter products on the market
including brush-like ‘whiskers’ and other
‘gutter guards’. Remember, however, that
even with these gutter protectors you’ll
still need to check your guttering system
annually to ensure run-off flows freely. Small
particles of dust and dirt can still accumulate
underneath any gutter protector causing
a build-up of sludge, and inhibiting water
flow, both of which can lead to potential
damage. If in doubt, seek advice from your
building professional.
TOP TIPS
Instead of blocking downpipes with a
rag or towel, consider installing a water
diverter on each. This purpose made device
is simple to fit and readily diverts debris
from the downpipe by way of a plastic flap.
When not being used, the flap is clicked the
other way, and water will flow normally
through the pipe and into the drain.
SALE BY DEADLINES CLOSING
Your
Earthquake
damaged
home!
Talk to us if you are serious about
selling your “As is Where is” home.
We have sold over
150 “As is Where is”
homes and we have
a huge database of
qualified buyers.
Phil & Holly Jones
Ph 03-382-2230
Phil 027 435 7711
Holly 027 222 0220
holly.jones@raywhite.com
Licensed (REAA 2008) Results Realty Ltd
showhome open
39 sherborne st
Christchurch
We have achieved
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HALSWELL
Front Unit
2 Dble Bedrooms
This is a secure front
property, permanent
materials, across
from Halswell School,
close to buses, library,
healthcare and shops,
in a great location 15
minutes from central
Christchurch
Contact Brian Davidson
(03) 322 8739 or
021 0293 6712
Oamaru
8809397AA
THE ONE YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR!
YOU CAN’T GO WRONG HERE
A MASTERPIECE FROM YESTERYEAR
HANDY LOCATION, GOOD VALUE
Price: SBD BEO $409,000
Price: SBD BEO $269,000
Price: BEO $570,000
Price: BEO $259,000
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