Three Ways in Which Your Contractor Can Colour Your Concrete

Posted on 11 September 2023

Concrete is a very strong and versatile substance, but it can be drab in appearance. For this reason, many commercial and industrial premises prefer to have their concrete coloured when making new structures. There are three main ways in which this can be achieved. Pigments The first method is by directly adding pigments to the concrete mix before its application. They can be added in powdered form to the original concrete mixture, or in liquid form to the water that is used to mix it. [Read More]

What Do You Need to Know about Remedial Waterproofing If Your Business is Flooded?

Posted on 19 June 2023

Experiencing a flood in your business can be a devastating experience. The damages to property, equipment and inventory can be overwhelming. However, remedial waterproofing after a flood can help mitigate further damages and ensure that your business has a dry, safe environment to operate in. So, what do you need to know about remedial waterproofing if your business has been affected? Inspection and Assessment After the flood, your priority should be evaluating the extent of the damage. [Read More]

The Importance of Waterproofing as Part of the Entire Construction Process

Posted on 21 March 2023

Many factors determine the beauty, strength and durability of a structure. Unfortunately, moisture is an environmental factor that can wreak havoc on your construction. Therefore, you should ensure that right from the construction process, you put in place ideal measures to minimize the future possibility of water damage. The most common ways to create a moisture barrier inside a building include using elastomeric coatings, waterproof membranes and caulking. Here are some reasons why you should look into waterproofing your project. [Read More]

5 Reasons to Hire a Land Surveyor for Your New Build

Posted on 27 December 2022

Building a house is a significant investment and it is important to ensure that the process goes smoothly. One way to do this is to hire a land surveyor before beginning the construction process. A land surveyor is a professional who measures and maps land and property boundaries. Consider the following reasons why you should hire a qualified land surveyor before beginning your build: Establishing Boundaries It is important to know the exact boundaries of the property before beginning the construction process. [Read More]

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Yo! If you are planning to have extensive work carried out on your home, you will want to make sure that you understand the role that different contractors will play in the project. When I decided to have work carried out on my property, I didn't really understand when I would need the help of different contractors. Thankfully, I was able to ask my brother-in-law for help. He works as a project manager for a large construction company so he knows exactly what he is doing. I am really happy with the work so I decided I would like to start a blog to help others.

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