Construction & Contractors Blog
Buying a large piece of land to construct a house on is a nice investment that can also come with downfalls if you are not careful. There are many hidden things that can come along with buying a large piece of land, such as the portion of land that you will actually own. Before determining if you want to buy a piece of land, hire a professional to perform a survey on it.
20 October 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
Your pets can have an affect on your home cooling system that can lead to damage to the air conditioner or discomfort for your family. Getting rid of the pets isn't an option as they are a member of your family after all. Instead, learn what the negative effects are so you can actively work to prevent problems. Clogged filters Most homeowners know they need to clean or replace the filters in their AC unit every couple of months during the cooling season.
29 July 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
If you have a property that needs to be demolished, you might have been under the impression that this is something that you are going to do on your own with the help of a few people. While it is true that you can technically conduct a demolition on your own, it is important to know that there are many reasons why hiring a professional to do the job is the better choice.
7 July 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
If you live in an area where radon is located in the soil content in high levels, you are most likely concerned about the possibility of it getting into your home. Radon is emitted from the decay of uranium in a gas form and puts those in its path at the risk of contracting lung cancer. Radon levels are higher in particular parts of the country; however, all states are known to have an exposure risk.
5 June 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
Everyone dreams of living close to the beach, but having a home near salt water is not without its disadvantages. Salt is a corrosive element that can cause building materials to deteriorate rapidly and result in increased costs due to more frequent repair and replacement of affected items. If your garage door is showing the negative effects of the salty beach air, here is what you should consider replacing it with.
5 June 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
If you just moved into a house with its own well, here are a few tips that will allow you to keep things running smoothly and safely. It is important to take steps to protect your well water so that you always have clean water to drink and use. #1 Keep Hazardous Materials Away From Your Well It may seem obvious that you should keep hazardous materials away from your well; however, it can be easy to overlook what in your well is really hazardous in your home.
5 June 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
There are a lot of different types of buildings that you can put up for your shop or for your extra building. While there are many different types of buildings that you can put up, there are many different reasons that you should install a steel building for your shop. Steel buildings are some of the longest lasting buildings that can be constructed, and they can be constructed rather quickly. Here are a few of the main reasons that a steel building makes such a great shop.
19 May 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
In areas where there is a lot of topographic relief, it is possible to have frequent landslides and rockfalls. These are a natural occurrence, but in areas that are being developed it is important that they do not happen. A landslide or a rockfall could be absolutely devastating to a neighborhood or a few homes. Depending on the scale of the landslide it can wipe out parts of an entire city.
19 May 2017
Construction & Contractors Articles
If your basement is always wet, then you should make sure that you deal with the water. Wet basements can lead to the deterioration of your foundation, the growth of mold in the space, and the creation of a humid space that can damage your heating system and water heater. One of the easiest ways to get rid of water is to install a sump pump. You do have many options when it comes to sump pumps and you should do your best to make sure that the device outputs the water correctly.
2 May 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
Building an apartment complex from the foundation up is quite the task to take on as a contractor. You have zoning laws to consider so you don't build units too close to neighboring houses or apartment complexes and need to make sure the foundation is sound enough to withstand the heavier pressure placed on it by having multiple plumbing lines and rooms built upon it. Hiring a contractor who specializes in civil works (and has a reputation with designing and outlining large structures such as skyscrapers or hospital buildings) can help make your project reach completion more successfully.
26 April 2017