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How to Increase the Size of Your Home

The moment my husband and I stepped into our house, we fell in love with the place. However, after we had lived in the property for a few months, we noticed that it didn't have enough living space. We sat down one day and worked out an improved layout for our home that would increase the amount of space available to us. We called in some contractors to complete the work and we are really pleased with how it turned out. I decided to start this blog to share our home construction journey with anyone who is considering enlarging their home.

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The Secret to A Successful House Painting in Cold Weather

28 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Painting your house is a simple task that doesn't necessarily require a professional, especially if you are a DIY enthusiast. However, there are some things that you still need to consider before you start your painting project and temperature is one of them. Temperatures affect the curing process of paint. In fact, manufacturers even recommend a standard range of temperature required for effective painting. Unfortunately, if you live in an extremely cold region or you've scheduled your painting in winter for various reasons, you may have a problem with the low temperatures. Read More …

How to Guarantee the Safety of a Gas Pipeline

21 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

In the engineering field, safety can never be an afterthought. You must consider it carefully throughout each step of the entire process. This is particularly true when dealing with substances with the potential of being extremely dangerous, like gas. Miles of mines and pipelines efficiently, reliably and quietly deliver natural gas daily for use by industrial, commercial and residential clients. Just like any other forms of energy, handlers of natural gas must handle it properly. Read More …

Why Bi-Fold Door Applications Are Smarter Than Sliding Doors On Patios

20 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

The decision between bi-fold and sliding doors for patios is dependent on a myriad of factors, which means that they are suited to some homeowners over others. If you find that any of these rationales make sense for your home, then bi-fold door applications are smarter choices over sliding doors on patios. Large Door Opening For Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Movement Some homeowners want the patio doors opened all the way till the end for an unbroken indoor-outdoor appearance, while others don't mind a smaller opening onto the patio. Read More …

Two things that can impede the progress of a house-building project

20 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Construction delays can be incredibly frustrating. If you're planning to build a house soon, it's important to be aware of the mistakes that could impede the progress of your project. Here are some of the most common blunders that can cause delays. Budgeting errors Budgeting mistakes are one of the main causes of construction project delays. They are usually the result of a lack of clear communication between the client and their building contractor. Read More …

Cooling Tower: Material Options for Structural Construction

20 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you are thinking about upgrading your industrial or commercial cooling systems, you should consider installing a cooling tower. This is an efficient heat-rejection device which is ideal for cooling general plant machinery and even improving the functionality of the HVAC. In general, there are multiple factors that you must evaluate before purchasing and installing a cooling tower because it is a significant investment. One of these critical aspects is the material used for constructing the outer casing. Read More …