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Bird's-Eye View: The Science Behind Construction And Contracting

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Bird's-Eye View: The Science Behind Construction And Contracting

Hi! I'm AJ and I have an unusual hobby. I love abseiling down buildings - legally, of course. It is a growing tourist activity and I have been lucky enough to try it in many parts of the world. When you are on top of a building and then making your descent, you really have time to admire the overall construction and materials used. It is actually mind-boggling to think about the builders and machines who have put together such amazing architecture. I've been reading quite a few books lately about construction techniques and I'm quite in awe of the science involved. I hope that you find the science behind construction as fascinating as I do. Thank you for your time.

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A Guide On Residential Underpinning

7 December 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Does your house have foundation problems? If it does, you probably need to underpin the foundation. Underpinning is a foundation strengthening technique that repairs damaged foundations without demolishing the entire house. This guide will shed some insights into how underpinning works.  Reasons To Underpin Your Home Foundation damage is the main reason to underpin your home. However, understanding the causes of foundation damage can go a long in helping you determine if your home needs underpinning work. Read More 

When House Piled Underpinning Is Necessary

20 October 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Residential underpinning is a form of construction work that is carried out to strengthen and stabilise house foundations that have been weakened by subsidence or other factors. Although many underpinning methods can be used on residential projects, they involve either excavating the soil underneath a house and replacing it with filler material or installing piles into the ground. Each house underpinning option has its own advantages and disadvantages that need to be considered in determining which one is best for repairing your home's foundation. Read More 

Reasons To Build a Timber Frame House

8 September 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Are you planning to build your dream home? One of the most crucial decisions you will have to make is choosing your construction materials. Generally, houses can be built from a wide range of materials, and your choice of material is vital because it can affect your home's structural integrity, energy efficiency and costs, including upfront costs and maintenance costs over the long haul. Therefore, you must choose materials for your home carefully. Read More 

Why Screw Piling Is Ideal for Commercial Foundations

23 July 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

You might be working on your commercial building project from the ground up, and one of the first and most important decisions that you have to make is about the type of foundation you want. Screw piling is typically ideal for commercial foundations, although it's commonly used for residential building projects and other building projects, too. If you would like to know more about why screw piling is typically considered an ideal option for commercial foundations, consider the points below. Read More 

3 Things to Do Before Hiring a Technician to Maintain or Repair Your Air Conditioner

14 June 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Your home can become uncomfortable when the indoor temperatures become overly high. For that reason, you should have a functional air conditioning unit, more so in the hot summer months. Keep in mind that as your system works hard to keep you and your loved ones comfortable in the hot season, it gets exposed to potential breakdowns.  When it comes to the air conditioning system, only a professional HVAC contractor can diagnose and fix the problem correctly. Read More