With the temperatures rising by the day, those of us blessed with AC systems in our offices and/or homes will be making use of them with pleasure. As with any other appliance we need to ensure regular upkeep of these systems, as major repairs & replacements can be costly. Here's how to avoid such issues and properly maintain your AC system: 

South African homes are built to embrace the longer summers we enjoy, opening up to the outdoors, indoors - and visa versa. With this through-flow between outdoors and indoors so flow the insects, such as mosquitos. Here are 5 greener ways to keep mosquitos at bay this summer.
 

With new water restrictions coming into play from the 1st November, we all need to ensure we take care in conserving this precious commodity, in the garden & around the home.
 

Herbs can be enjoyed in a multitude of dishes and salads, in fresh teas (hot or iced), or simply enjoyed for their scent in and around the home. They are also very easy to grow and look beautiful in the kitchen, given there is a sun lit patch to nourish them. 
 

This Autumn and Winter, ensure your home is dry & cosy, for optimal health and well-being!