2017

  • Some Common Concrete Issues In Residential Buildings

    Concrete has been in common use in many residential dwellings for centuries, meaning that nearly anyone hoping to renovate and restore their property will need to contend with its upkeep and maintenance at some point or another. Read on to learn a little more about some of the problems you're most likely to encounter as you deal with the concrete in your property and about what you can do to resolve those issues.
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  • Waste Management Systems: Choosing Your Garbage Disposal System

    A garbage disposal system is a convenient way to handle your food wastes without clogging your drains. However, the garbage disposal system will only be as effective as the type you choose to invest in. There are a variety of garbage disposal systems, which means your decision to choose one will require you to consider a few factors. To help you find the perfect garbage disposal system, here are key things you should have in mind when selecting one.
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  • New Home Build: Design Considerations to Bear in Mind

    Embarking on a new home build can be an exciting endeavour. However, with the amount of work that has to go into planning and execution, some homeowners tend to leave the entire project in the hands of their architect and building contractor. The reality, though, is that the potential homeowners cannot conduct a new home build passively. You need to put in your input in an array of decisions to ensure that you are getting your dream residence.
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  • The All-inclusive Guideline for First-time Builders Working with Asbestos-Contaminated Soil

    What is asbestos? It is a fibrous form of silicate minerals resulting from rocks such as amosite, actinolite, chrysotile and tremolite among others. For several decades, asbestos has been used in different types of construction materials to provide strength and other qualities like fire resistance. The sad part, however, is that asbestos is very harmful to human health and It can be linked to several medical conditions including cancer. This is why you should be very careful when you are dealing with soil that has been contaminated by asbestos-based construction materials.
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