Double Garage Division

Isabelle from Ballarat

We have a double garage that is under the main house roof and would like to create more living space. Do we need a permit to cut the garage in half and make it into another bedroom and kids play ... continue reading

Bamboo Flooring

Tim from Somerville

I am looking at putting new flooring through some rooms in my house that i am renovating at the moment. I would like timber but i have heard about Bamboo Flooring? Could you tell me a little bit ... continue reading

Heating Alternatives

Brad from Mt Eliza

Our home is quite cold and damp so we are looking at heating options. We know a little bit about Gas fires and we have heard about pellet fires, can you tell us more and do you have companies that ... continue reading

High Gloss Laminates

Sharon from Rosebud

I want to replace the Laminate Benchtop and cupboards in my kitchen, but i would like to know if i can have a high gloss finish, or is that still not suitable for a ... continue reading

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E-View Real Estate have a new listing

posted 12 hours, 54 minutes ago

117/ Lot 12 Hade Ave, Bass, 3991 is now on the market! This stylish new home is positioned at the gateway to Phillip Island, Inverlock & Wilsons Prom and ideal for new home buyers, investors and for ... continue reading

Queues to be green at Peninsula tips

posted 3 weeks, 8 hours, 51 minutes ago

A RECORD amount of green waste was dumped at Mornington Peninsula tips on April 21-22 as residents took advantage of a no-charge weekend. ... continue reading

Is Your Building Inspector Qualified?

posted 3 weeks, 9 hours, 17 minutes ago

Issues surrounding the Building Commission and the use of unregistered inspectors have received a lot of media attention in recent ... continue reading

Freedom Tower officially NYC’ tallest building

posted 3 weeks, 9 hours, 40 minutes ago

The Empire State Building has been pipped by a very large post making Freedom Tower the tallest building in ... continue reading

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THE Home Building Seminar

Saturday 1:00 pm, 2nd June 2012

Here from peak body experts in the field speak about the latest trends and ... continue reading

Owner Builder - 3hr Workshop

Saturday 1:00 pm, 9th June 2012

Learn about 'doing it yourself' in this informative FREE ... continue reading

Building Network Breakfast

Wednesday 7:15 am, 20th June 2012

Join the leaders in the industry to discuss the reasons behind the massive shift by the major retailers and companies to the Mornington Peninsula. What is the attraction? ... continue reading

Green Design - 3hr Workshop

Saturday 1:00 pm, 23rd June 2012

Learn about how you can have a Energy Efficient Home in this informative FREE ... continue reading

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Solar Power - Renae from Bittern

Question

We are building a new home and want it to be as environmentally friendly as possible. We are looking at having Solar Power, can you help us?

Answer

Solar Power is a clean, silent energy alternative, which helps the environment by preventing greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere. Having a Solar Engergizer system installed is a great way to meet the building energy efficiency standards. Solar Panels can be rooftop mounted, ground mounted or intergrated into the building. Solar Systems are generating electricity from the sun and feeding the power back to the electricity grid, saving customers money in the long run & adding value to the property.By having Solar power, you will avoid being disturbed by power black outs. To Help increase cunsumer uptake of renewable energy, the Victorian Government Administration has a rebate program to support the installation of Solar Products. This varies between products.

HIDC Exhibitor(s) who specialise in this area;

AAE Solar Hot Water

EnviroGroup