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5 Electrical Safety Tips Every Kathmandu Home Should Follow
5 Electrical Safety Tips Every Kathmandu Home Should Follow

Loose wiring and overloaded sockets cause most home electrical accidents. Learn how to spot warning signs like flickering lights and warm switchboards, why an MCB matters during load-shedding season, and when to stop DIY and call a verified electrician through SewaGhar.

Monsoon Is Coming: Waterproof Your Roof Before the Rain Does the Damage
Monsoon Is Coming: Waterproof Your Roof Before the Rain Does the Damage

Damp patches on the ceiling always look small — until the monsoon arrives. This guide covers early leak detection, terrace waterproofing options and honest cost estimates per square foot in Kathmandu valley, so you can fix it once and fix it right.

How Much Should You Pay a Plumber in Kathmandu? Real Rates Explained
How Much Should You Pay a Plumber in Kathmandu? Real Rates Explained

From tap replacement to full bathroom fitting, we break down the fair per-hour rates professionals charge in 2026, what affects the price, and how booking a rated plumber online protects you from overpaying.

Deep Cleaning vs Regular Cleaning: What Your Home Actually Needs
Deep Cleaning vs Regular Cleaning: What Your Home Actually Needs

A regular sweep keeps dust away, but kitchens and bathrooms need a proper deep clean every few months. Here is what a professional deep-cleaning visit includes, how long it takes for a typical flat, and how to prepare your home before the team arrives.

Why Your AC Needs Servicing Before Summer Peaks
Why Your AC Needs Servicing Before Summer Peaks

A dirty filter can raise your electricity bill by 15% and cut cooling in half. We explain the simple maintenance schedule that doubles the life of your AC, the signs your gas needs a refill, and why annual servicing is cheaper than one big repair.

Termites Are Silent Destroyers: Protect Your Wooden Furniture Now
Termites Are Silent Destroyers: Protect Your Wooden Furniture Now

Termites eat from the inside — by the time you see the damage, it is already serious. Learn the early signs on door frames and furniture, how professional anti-termite treatment works, and how often Kathmandu homes should get inspected.

CCTV at Home: A Simple Guide for First-Time Buyers
CCTV at Home: A Simple Guide for First-Time Buyers

Thinking about home security? We compare camera types, night vision, and mobile-app viewing, explain what a basic 2-camera setup costs, and share placement tips that cover your gate, entrance and parking without wasting cameras.

Small Furniture Repairs That Save You From Buying New
Small Furniture Repairs That Save You From Buying New

A wobbly bed frame or a jammed drawer rarely needs replacement. Our carpenters share the five most common repairs they finish in under two hours, what they cost, and how regular tightening and polishing keeps furniture alive for decades.