With all the activity involved in a construction site, it is not surprising to find the project managers overlooking minor things that could go a long way in making the site habitable for the construction workers. For instance, not having toilets may seem innocuous, as people will assume that the construction workers can just relieve themselves at whim. Nevertheless, the reality of the matter is without proper toilets in place, your construction site could be wasting both time and money.…
For almost any building you will need to use wall frames and trusses to maintain the rigidity of the structure. The question that needs to be answered is whether you should use steel or timber wall frames? There are advantages to be found by using both steel and timber frames, but on balance timber wall frames and timber trusses are the best choice. Here are some of the reasons that you should be using timber trusses for your next building project.…
As far as driveway surfacing materials go, concrete makes a lot of sense. It’s durable, fairly easy to use, and you can achieve a neat, smooth finish. But that’s not the only reason it’s such a popular choice.
The versatility of concrete means your driveway can be designed with a patterned, imprinted finish that looks as attractive as it is practical. This allows you to mimic the look of brick or stone without the length, complicated construction work or difficult maintenance.…
The explosion of the housing market, aging population and dampened economic growth forecast are defining the next surge of architectural trends in residential design. Our lives today have impacted the design of our residences, and this has created some unique trends in architecture and design.
Open-Plan Spaces
Open-plan spaces are geared towards connectivity and interaction. It caters to the growing trend of home interaction, as people are spending more time entertaining without leaving the house.…
Cooling towers that were made from metals can gradually start corroding once the protective coating on their surface degrades. Recoating the metal surfaces can help to prolong the service life of the cooling tower so that premature failure of the system is avoided. This article discusses some useful tips that you can implement during the recoating project.
Set the Schedule Carefully
Some coatings fail to adhere effectively because building owners rush to return the cooling tower to service when the coating hasn’t cured fully.…
Nationwide, 7 percent of new home builds are actually knock down rebuilds, and in some parts of the country, like New South Wales, the number is over 10 percent. A knock down rebuild can be a great alternative to a renovation or settling on “the wrong home” in your dream neighbourhood.
However, there are some key things you need to consider before you start tearing down an existing home and planning a new one.…
Core drilling contractors are the go-to tradespeople when you need to drill through hard, concrete surfaces like concrete walls, floors and ceilings. These professionals know how to get the job done quickly and efficiently, but more importantly, they are well-aware of the dangers related to the job, and what needs to be done to ensure the safety of workers.
There are many inherent health and safety hazards associated with concrete core drilling.…
As a residential property owner, you will have several times during your home ownership where land surveying may arise. Though you can usually use the deed to your property as a reference, there are some cases where this may not work or may not be valid for your purposes. You may also want to try getting the measurements of the property on your own. Before you do this, consider the times when you should use professional land surveyors and why:…
When you decide to purchase, rather than hire out, scaffolding for your worksite, you may be facing several choices. One of the choices that you will notice is the option to use aluminium scaffolding over steel or other metals. You may be wondering how this will benefit you in the long run. Here are a few of the benefits you should consider before making your choice.
Mobility Benefits
One of the leading benefits of aluminium scaffolding over other metals is the mobility.…
Construction sites often contain valuable equipment and building materials, much of which is left outside, where it can be accessed with relative ease. Sites are also usually left completely vacant at night and as such, are easier for thieves to break into than residential properties, which are almost always occupied by their owners after dark.
For these two reasons, professional thieves frequently target construction sites. If your site has been broken into, here are two steps you should take immediately afterwards.…
