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Choosing the Right Material For a Construction Project

  • Two reasons to create a generous contingency fund when renovating an older property

    If you plan to renovate an older property, it's important to set up a larger-than-average contingency fund. Read on to find out why. There may be asbestos Many of the houses that were built during the 20th century were constructed with asbestos, a substance which has since been discovered to cause serious lung diseases in people who are exposed to it.  If during the course of the renovation work, your contractor comes across features which they suspect may contain asbestos, you will need to address this problem before the renovation work can continue.

  • 4 unexpected projects a civil engineer can do

    You might think that civil engineers have a pretty restricted role on your construction site, they just design highways and make sure that buildings do not fall down, right? Civil engineers take on many years of advanced training, picking up hundreds of useful skills, hours of experience and additional knowledge along the way. If you have hired a civil engineering firm just to do the basics, keep your architect from getting too creative or just to make sure you are meeting regulations, you are wasting a valuable and untapped talent on your project.

  • Experiencing Problems with Your Gas Hot Water Heater?

    To supply hot water to homes throughout Australia, most properties use a gas water heater. The heater generates and stores hot water for uses such as showering, laundry and cleaning. In some cases, you may find that your gas water heater is not functioning properly. Typical problems may include not having hot water, not having enough hot water, or having issues with the pilot light. If you experience trouble with your water heater, a plumber can diagnose and fix the problem in a reasonable timeframe.

  • 3 Reasons To Account For Insulation When Designing Your Home

    Many people are usually excited about the design of their dream homes and fail to consider the issue of insulation. As such, they will end up getting a contractor to make costly modifications in their homes to cater for insulation purposes. Below are reasons why you should account for insulation in the process of designing your house.   It prevents unnecessary modifications. If you consider the issue of insulation, your house will be built with different features that make proper insulation possible.

  • Answering Your Questions About Waterproofing a Bathroom

    Every home should be constructed with a vapour barrier or some sort in order to block excess humidity and moisture from being absorbed by the home's framework, causing water damage and mould. The bathrooms of the home may need even more waterproofing to prevent steam from the shower from settling on the walls and floors and causing even more damage to the tiles and other building materials. If you've been told that your bathroom needs new waterproofing, or if you are renovating the bathroom and want to ensure you protect the building materials properly, note a few questions you might have about waterproofing this room, and then discuss your options with a contractor at a company like Westside Sealants Pty Ltd as needed.

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Choosing the Right Material For a Construction Project

If you are planning to start a new construction project, you may be wondering about the best type of materials to use. About 6 months ago, I decided to carry out an extensive renovation of my home. This would involve demolishing one wall, extending the kitchen and the construction of a new patio area. I really wasn't sure which materials would be best. I consulted with a contractor and he explained the pros and cons of each material. In the end, I opted for wood and steel. I am really pleased with the end results. I hope this blog helps you to plan your construction project.

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