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Fallon Solutions Team Talk CCTV With Channel 9

Published: November 15, 2018

Channel 9 News has spoken with our CCTV and automation expert Dean Westlake about what consumers should look for when deciding on the right security solution for their home and budget. The complete interview can be found here: https://twitter.com/9newsqueensland?lang=en In summary, the importan......

Christmas Lights Safety

Published: November 15, 2018

Christmas is almost here and one of the best ways of getting into the mood is to decorate your house by hanging up pretty lights. We’ve put together 6 things to consider before you start putting up those lights to avoid electrocution or fire. 1. Test your safety switch. If your Christmas li......

How You Can Prepare Your Drains for Storm Season

Published: October 16, 2018

We’re really getting a taste of the upcoming storm season; it’s been raining cats and dogs for days and may not let up until well into next week. While it is exactly what the farmers were hoping for, it can also mean trouble for your home if you’re not prepared. It’s not j......

How Home Automation Can Simplify Your Life

Published: October 15, 2018

Smart home technology is changing the way Queenslanders control the comfort, convenience and security in their homes. The right smart home automation will integrate your lights, air conditioning, garage door, security system and even your appliances, so you can make the most of your home with har......

Spring Into Your Garden - 10 Gardening Tips For Suburban SEQ

Published: October 15, 2018

As the days are getting longer and we kiss the chilly weather goodbye, now is the time to get your garden ready for summer. So grab a shovel, dig out your gumboots and get started with our 10 gardening tips for spring! Weed your Garden This is not a lot of fun, but if you do it thoroughly it ......

The link between the PCA & the WaterMark Scheme

Published: October 09, 2018

Our plumbing team, as are the whole of the plumbing industry in Australia, are guided by the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA). The PCA, among other things, states which products are certified and authorised to be used in the plumbing systems of your home or business. This ensures that the compone......

Riverfire is on this month – where to get the best view of the fireworks

Published: September 14, 2018

Sunsuper Riverfire is wrapping up the Brisbane Festival this month with jets, music and a big bang that will literally blow your mind. Queensland’s largest annual public celebration is taking place on Saturday, 29 th September at South Bank and is set to kick off at 7 pm. If you’re ......

Maintenance of Hot Water Systems

Published: September 14, 2018

No or not enough hot water, water dripping and puddling, your water heater makes strange gurgling noises or the water coming out of your tap is way too hot? Most of these troubles can be prevented by getting your Hot Water System maintained regularly. But according to an investigation by the QBCC......

5 precautions to stay safe from magpie attacks

Published: September 14, 2018

August to November is magpie swooping season with its peak being in September. Magpie attacks can cause serious injuries, but before we pull out a baseball bat whenever we see a magpie just looking at us, we should recall that: The male magpies are just like overprotective dads trying to defend t......