2017

How to plan your timber deliveries

Construction & Contractors Blog

Arranging a timber delivery to your home is the easiest way to ensure that the wood you need will reach it's destination on time and in the best possible condition. Your supplier will be help you to find the perfect date so you can be sure you won't be left waiting around wondering what has happened to your expected delivery. What you will need to do is to give some thought to how the delivery will actually take place.

6 December 2017

Career in Metal Roofing—Three Ways Roofing Software Apps Can Help You Be the Best

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If you're considering a career as a metal roofing specialist, you probably know that this is a growing market being boosted by an increase in construction and a move towards sustainable materials. If you're serious about entering the field, you'll want to get as much work as you can and be at the top of your game. Using a roofing software app will allow you to work efficiently and quickly as well as make the job easier.

30 November 2017

Designing a Daydream: Style Inspiration for Building Your Own Home

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If you've ever fantasised about constructing your own perfect dream house, then you're in good company.  Few people haven't dreamed about what their ideal abode would look like, and how it would feel to live there â€“ but even fewer actually go through with having it built.  Whether this is due to financial constraints, a desire to dodge the potential stress of overseeing construction, or a simple lack of drive, it's entirely possible to surmount all these obstacles and actually do it.

27 October 2017

Pipework installation improves the functioning of your systems

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Pipework installation is an important part of your home or building's heating system. Without the proper pipes, your HVAC system would not function correctly. The pipes are the pathway through which air and fluids flow as they travel back and forth from the broiler and the radiator. Having a good understand how your HVAC works can enable you to make the right choices when selecting pipes and personnel to install them.

21 September 2017

5 Things You Need to Know If You Want to Modify Your Roof to a Vaulted Ceiling

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If you want to remodel your home so you have a vaulted ceiling, you may need to make adjustments to your current roof trusses. Before you get started, here's what you need to know. 1. Roof Design Software Can Help To guide you along the way, you may want to check out some roof design software. With that, you can put in the specifications of your roof, but instead of replicating your current design, you can let the software know that you plan to create a vaulted ceiling.

17 May 2017

When Is It Best to Repair or Replace CNC Machinery?

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The introduction of computer numerical controlled (CNC) machinery has changed the way things are done in the industrial world for the better. This is because parts/products made using these machines are of superior quality, thanks to the greater level of accuracy and precision associated with deployment of the machinery.  As expected, CNC machines do not come by cheaply. Hence, it is no surprise that many CNC machine users or operators are usually torn between repairing and replacing their malfunctioning machinery.

16 May 2017

Key Considerations When Contemplating Tennis Court Construction

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If you are looking to make your yard more functional, tennis court construction would be a great option to consider. Whether you are a veteran player or are simply looking to exercise more, a tennis court would be a practical addition to your fitness regime. However, choosing to construct a tennis court is not merely about having the budget and space for it. Here are some of the other key considerations to bear in mind when considering the construction of a tennis court on your property.

2 May 2017

Top Considerations When You Are Selecting Bi-fold Doors for Your Newly Built Home

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Bi-fold doors comprise a minimum of two panels that fold onto themselves to open. The panels are often all linked together using hinges. Bi-fold doors are not created equal, and there are a lot of things that you should consider if you are thinking about installing these doors in your newly constructed home. Here are some of the top considerations you should make.  Number of panels: As already mentioned earlier, bi-folds are made up of at least two panels, meaning you can find bi-fold doors with three, four, five, six or more panels all connected together.

24 April 2017

Two common mistakes to avoid when renovating your bathroom

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Renovating your bathroom is a great way to add value to your property and make this frequently-visited part of the home more enjoyable to use. If you're thinking about taking on this type of project, here are two very common mistakes which you should try to avoid making. Doing your own waterproofing Waterproofing is a crucial step that must be undertaken during any bathroom renovation project; this process involves the adding a protective barrier to the floors and walls of a bathroom, in order to prevent moisture produced in this area from seeping into and damaging other parts of the property.

18 April 2017

Residential Construction and the Design Process

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With advancements in construction technology, design software, and even architectural preferences, residential constructions have become more and more dynamic. Gone are the days of the mundane box-like structures many people opted for in building designs for a home. Today, shopping for building designs is as easy as the click of a button, or the choice of a photo online from multiple design styles. Whereas these advancements have made the building design step of residential construction quicker and far more dynamic than ever, it is also becoming quite a slippery slope that can leave many with regretted choices.

28 March 2017