Vincent Gaemers

Unravel the complexities of loadshedding solutions with our definitive guide, and use our decision maker tool to find the best option for you.

Here we'll detail some key features to look out for in a panic button as well provide a comparison of some of your options to choose from in the South African marketplace

As part of the home maintenance services at Home+, we’ve seen an increasing demand for garage door and gate battery replacements in the past year.

If you need help with home repairs or improvements, it’s important to hire a professional! Have a look below and you’ll know what all our Home+ heroes do, and how they can benefit you.

From gate motor installations to intrusion system maintenance, Home+ offers a range of access control services to meet your needs. In this article, we will discuss the most common tasks Home+ does with access control.

Water boreholes are an excellent way to access groundwater, which is one of the largest components of freshwater on our planet. As part of the ways to practise Water Sustainability, here are the pros and cons of Borehole water systems for South African households.

As part of the various water-saving practices that your household can implement towards Water Sustainability, here is everything you need to know about rainwater tanks.

With proper treatment, greywater can be safely reused for non-potable purposes such as irrigation and toilet flushing. For households considering Water Sustainability, here are tips on how to recycle greywater effectively.

Water is a precious resource that has become increasingly scarce in South Africa due to changing climate patterns and growing population demands. This comprehensive guide will take you through the different water saving practices that you can adopt for your household.

Here’s a look at some options for clearing a blocked drain, and when you should call a plumber.

Let’s take a look at what you need to know about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant, to ensure you know exactly where you stand with your landlord.

Here’s what you need to know about the impact of scheduled outages on your appliances and gadgets.

In this blog post, we will explore eight signs that indicate you need to call a plumber. Whether it’s a slow drain or strange noises coming from your pipes, these are all warning signs that something is wrong and that you should take action before a problem turns into a disaster.

Let’s take a look at the gas geyser vs solar geyser debate, and weigh up the pros and cons of both, so you can decide which is the best alternative for your home to meet your hot water requirements.

In this blog post, we'll unravel the nuances of the handyman-contractor dichotomy, providing you with a clear roadmap to determine whether your project demands the finesse of a handyman or the expertise of a contractor.

If you need something built out of wood, chances are you need a carpenter. But why hire a professional carpenter instead of just doing it yourself? Read on to find out.

If you were wondering whether you need a plumber to install a gas geyser, you’d be correct. However, a plumber is not the only tradesperson required for this task. You’ll also need a qualified gas technician to install and connect the gas line.

We’ve put together this useful guide on what you need to know about staying on the right side of the electrical certificate of compliance regulations in South Africa.

What’s the deal with prepaid electricity in South Africa? How does it work? What’s fact, what’s fiction? Home+ takes a look at the top three most common misconceptions about how prepaid electricity meters work in South Africa.

A domestic electrician is often the person to call when your oven stops working, or your lights keep tripping. They can also be called if you want a new fuse box fitted, or if you’re looking for someone to set up a backup power solution in your home.

We all know how important it is to maintain our home, but sometimes it’s hard to remember everything that needs to be done. Here's a list of top 10 tips to keep your house in shape this summer.

Understand the main differences between these two types of appliances, which will make it easier to choose the right one to keep your home running when there is an Eskom-scheduled power outage.

In this blog post, we will explore what an emergency response is and how it works. We’ll also discuss some of the different types of emergencies that can occur and how best to respond to them.

As a homeowner, you might have a lot of questions about what an electrician can fix for you. What are the different types of electricians? How do I know which type is right for me?

There are some changes being made to prepaid electricity meters in South Africa in the coming months – here’s what you should know. Along with these important updates, we bring you these quick and simple tips to manage your electricity usage with a trusted brand like Home+.

Here are some great apps, appliances, gadgets and tips that will help you survive a power-less few hours without breaking the bank

We outline the benefits of prepaid electricity, and cover the basics on what you need to know about buying prepaid electricity, including when and where to buy from. We take a look at how prepaid meters work, and what you need to know about prepaid electricity meters in South Africa.

Which appliances use the most energy in your home? Before we can answer that question, we need to look at how energy usage is measured.

Join us in this blog post as we delve into the lesser-known aspects of geysers and explore just how much they can influence your monthly expenses.

With a long, cold winter still ahead of us and Eskom’s recent tariff increase, we’ve put together a list of practical, workable tips to help you keep your electricity consumption down and save money in the long run.

One of the most effective ways to reduce your energy consumption at home is to change the way you use your appliances. Upgrading to appliances that are Energy Star certified is the one of the simplest, most effective ways to bring about long-term energy savings.

Although 84.39% of South Africa’s population has access to electricity, many households struggle to pay their monthly electricity bills, making it difficult for utility companies to sustainably supply electricity.