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3 Additions Which Will Make Your Rural Shed A More Comfortable Workspace

22 February 2017
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you've recently purchased a rural property, then you are most likely planning on investing in a quintessential Australian structure, the rural shed. Rural sheds serve many purposes on country properties, from housing livestock to storing machinery and animal feed. Another popular use for sheds is creating a cost-effective and practical structure to use as a workspace such as a wood-working shop, studio or office. If you intend to use your shed for a workspace, then your shed may need a few additions to make it a comfortable and practical place to work in.
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Civil Engineering Consultants: Opening your Own Consultancy Firm

22 February 2017
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you are a civil engineer, opening a consultancy firm is one option for your career. Of course, you must first have the prerequisite academic and industry qualifications. These are some of the key factors that your future clients will be looking at before they hire your firm. If you have been in the industry for many years and do not want to retire, opening a consultancy firm is one way of ensuring your skills and experience is put into good use as you become your own boss.
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Gutters: Routine Inspections to Carry Out

22 February 2017
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Not many homeowners will pay any mind to their gutters. Nevertheless, they play a vital role for both your roof as well as your structure as a whole. As the gutters direct water away from your roofing, they ensure that your foundation is not compromised by water damage. Moreover, functional gutters that are clean can also be a great way to harvest rainwater. However, just as other structural elements of your home, your gutters may acquire damage over time.
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Driveways: What Are The Causes And Symptoms of Concrete Cancer?

21 February 2017
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Granted, concrete is one of the most durable building materials that you could use for your construction needs. However, if not cared for appropriately or installed incorrectly, this material becomes susceptible to concrete cancer. This is when the steel reinforcements within the concrete begin to rust. As this goes on undeterred, it leads to the concrete expanding and eventually having its entire structural integrity compromised through flaking, breakage and more. The following is an outline of some of the things you need to know about concrete cancer.
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Not Just a Pretty Face: 4 Reasons Why Glass Splashbacks Are A Practical Addition To Your New Kitchen

21 February 2017
 Categories: , Blog

Glass splashbacks are an increasingly popular addition to modern kitchen design. It's easy to see why, they're sleek, beautiful, and add extra light to any kitchen. If you're considering installing glass splashbacks in your kitchen renovation project, you'll be pleased to know that they're also an extremely practical material for use in the kitchen. Here are four reasons why glass splashbacks are more than just a pretty face.  1. They're tough
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About Me
The Benefits of Using Contractors Around Your Home

When my husband and I bought our house, we didn't realise we would eventually have such as large family. First, we had a little girl, followed by two little boys. Then, somewhat unexpectedly, I found myself pregnant with twins! We love our current property, so we didn't want to move. We decided instead to extend our home to add additional bedrooms and a playroom. We worked closely with various different construction contractors while the job was being completed, and we are really happy with the result. Since then we have used the same contractors to complete many other jobs around our home. This blog is a guide to the benefits of using construction contractors.

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