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Should you be using structural steel?

31 January 2022
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Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you are designing a new structure or building, what material will you use to provide the structural support and ensure that it is stable and can bear the required weight? You might opt for concrete, or, for a more traditional building, you could think that timber is the best option. In some cases, you will want to use a combination of all three, along with other materials. While each of these materials has advantages, there are good reasons to opt for structural steel in many areas of a new structure.
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Could You Benefit From the Services of a Land Surveyor?

1 December 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Have you recently inherited some land? Maybe, land has been in your family for generations, and you have never really taken the time to explore the boundaries of the property or to familiarise yourself with the topography? If you own vacant land, and you would like to develop it for housing or build on it for your purposes, you must understand more about the land. You must be clear on the location of the boundaries, and understand what gradients are present, and what features exist on the land.
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Non-Destructive Digging: A Step-by-Step Guide

15 October 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Non-destructive digging is a technique that can be used to dig deep holes in soil without damaging the ground. While it is an effective technique for tunnelling through soft ground, it can also be used to excavate foundations, sinkholes and trench lines. Contractors use suction to remove soil and debris from the dig site. Using this technique reduces the chance that pipes or other subterranean structures will be damaged during the dig.
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Have you found a mining engineering company yet?

27 August 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you feel that your property could be a good place to start a mine, you can't just start digging and hope for the best. You must have a plan to follow. You must be sure that your site has the potential to be a successful mine before you start investing in machinery and infrastructure and begin to assemble your team. To gather the information you need, speak to a mining engineering company.
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A Guide On Building Surveys And Approvals

20 July 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you intend to buy or construct a property in Australia, you will probably hear your contractor or conveyancer talking about a building survey or approval. Many people underestimate the benefits of building approvals. However, they are a critical aspect of your property purchase or construction. So, what are building approvals? Read the extract below to learn more about building surveys.  What Are Building Approvals?  Simply put, a building survey or approval is an assessment of the construction works.
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Planning Contractors and Construction Work

If you are planning to carry out construction work on the interior or exterior of your home, you should first take professional advice. My home is located on quite a steep hill and I decided that I would like to build an extension. Not only would this involve digging a new foundation, it would also involve backfilling some areas of land so the new extension would be properly supported. I decided to call my friend who works as a contractor for a construction company. He offered me lots of great advice and thanks to him the job was a complete success.

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