No Shock Blog

7 February 2023

There’s a certain time of year, for every property manager when a thorough inspection helps keep them in the good books with the property owner. We want to put our hands up to offer a service of an annual audit of rental properties to stop electrical fires before they happen. Why? Because we’ve seen what happens when you don’t. And at an average cost of $300 plus GST (which does depend on the house), we think it’s well worth doing. But don’t take our word for it – here’s the evidence.

14 December 2022

We have a pre-Christmas checklist for you to ensure your Christmas goes as smoothly and summerly as possible.

14 December 2022

Yay, winter is coming to an end! You’ve been smashing your heat pump over winter, but if you haven’t serviced your heat pump lately, chances are you could be breathing in somewhat questionable air. Now that we’re going from heating to cooling, it’s the perfect time to get your heat pump serviced.

11 October 2022

Don’t get us wrong, this wee piece of writing is not about why you should or shouldn’t have a property manager. In our opinion, they are worth their weight in gold. Properties are a million-dollar investment and not worth a cheap fix that could possibly cause issues down the track.

23 August 2022

Just ask Shamus – many homeowners and investors thought they could get away with smaller sizes. Turns out a small one must constantly do its job to meet the required needs. In the end, it just burns out.

23 November 2021

There was a time when most homes were built with one ceiling light and one powerpoint to a room – perhaps two of each in the lounge.

13 October 2021

Undertaking a residential building project of any scale always comes with an abundance of challenges. However, you can take measures to ensure that you are avoiding any costly pitfalls or disruptions. Engaging with a trusted electrician is one of them.

17 September 2021

Since the start of the pandemic, the assurance that businesses can run uninterrupted has become more essential than ever.

23 August 2021

When a tenant alerts a property manager to a problem, it’s the property manager’s responsibility to act. However, every property manager needs a team of reliable tradesmen behind them.