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Steel Fixers: The Reinforcing Heroes of Construction

17 May 2023
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

When it comes to construction projects, the role of a steel fixer is of paramount importance. These skilled professionals play a crucial role in reinforcing concrete structures, ensuring their strength, stability and longevity. This article will explore the significance of steel fixers, their responsibilities and the services they offer to ensure a successful construction project. Reinforcing Concrete Structures One of the primary responsibilities of a steel fixer is to reinforce concrete structures by installing steel bars, commonly known as reinforcement bars or rebars. Read More

Building a Strong Foundation: The Role of Retaining Wall and Concrete Sleeper Wall Contractors in Landscape Design

15 March 2023
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Retaining walls are structures designed to prevent erosion and to hold back soil. They can be made of various materials such as wood, stone, brick, or concrete. Retaining wall contractors and concrete sleeper wall contractors are professionals who specialise in the installation, repair, and maintenance of retaining walls. When and Why They're Needed A retaining wall contractor may be needed if you have sloping land that is prone to erosion or if you want to create a level area for a patio, driveway, or garden. Read More

Top Reasons Commercial Business Owners Must Hire Professional Asbestos Abatement Contractors

29 November 2022
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Do you own a commercial premise built or renovated before 1990? If the answer is yes, it might contain traces of asbestos. Once a popular additive for various construction materials, the use, sale or import of asbestos was abolished in 2003 by the Australian government because of the life-threatening risks it poses to human health. Long-term exposure to asbestos fibres can cause lung cancer, asbestosis and mesothelioma. Proper identification, removal and disposal of asbestosis are paramount to prevent these problems. Read More

3 Responsibilities Carried Out By A Competent Mining Engineer

30 September 2022
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Mining and construction are some of the significant sectors of the economy. If you want to invest in them or have already made an investment, you should ensure all your activities run smoothly. Also, avoid accidents that could lead to financial and legal liabilities. You can achieve this by hiring experts in the field to handle all processes. For example, a mining engineer has the skills and training to manage multiple facets of the mining project and deliver excellent results. Read More

Why Install Tinted Windows in Your Store’s Shopfront?

26 July 2022
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

While many store owners install regular glass in their shopfront windows, you can also install tinted glass. This glass has some benefits over clear glass. What are they? Protect the Interior of Your Store If the sun beats down on your store's windows, then UV rays will filter in through the glass. These rays can do some damage to the interior of your store and the products you have on display. Read More

About Me

Hello, my name is Wendy and this is my construction blog. I do not work in the construction industry myself, but I have spent the last 7 months of my life with construction workers and contractors as they designed and built an extension to my property. I had always dreamed of extending my home so we could enlarge the kitchen and have an additional bedroom on the second-floor. My husband always objected, but when I won some money on the lotto, he couldn't stop me. The contractors were really great and I got a real insight into the industry so I decided to start this blog.