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Using a Contractor to Improve Your Home

Hello, my name is Tony and I live in New South Wales with my wife and three lovely kids. We recently inherited some money and decided to finally carry out some renovation and remodelling work on our home. We have lived in the property since 1999 and have never really carried out any major work on it. I didn't really know where to start so I got in touch with my friend who works in construction. He was a big help. He put me in touch with some great construction contractors who were able to carry out the work. I decided to start this blog to encourage others who are planning to have work carried out on their homes.

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Experiencing a Burst Water Pipe? Here's How to Handle It
The pipes that supply clean water to your home may burst at some point. Some of the likely reasons why this may happen include freezing of the pipes during winter or corrosion that occurs over the years.  No matter the reason why your water pipes may burst, you'll need to act quickly to stop the pouring water from going to waste -- and possibly damaging your home and household possessions.

Reasons for Startup Custom Home Builders to Have an In-House Design Department
Contracting other professionals to assist with the development of custom homes is considered normal in the custom homes segment. It can be attributed to the fact that some home builders prefer to focus their efforts on the actual construction of custom homes. For instance, if you are a startup builder, then it might seem like a good idea to stick with an experienced designer rather than do the designing in-house. While the above strategy will allow you enough time to create a name for yourself, it is a good idea to explore the design aspects of customising homes.

2 tips for those who need to renovate a dilapidated commercial building
If you need to renovate a dilapidated commercial building, you may find the advice below to be quite helpful. 1. Replace any fire doors that are cracked or splintered  Most commercial buildings feature fire doors. This type of door is made in such a way that, when a fire occurs, it will expand and help to reduce the speed with which the flames and smoke on one side of it spread to the other side.

3 Top Reasons to Adopt Micropile Technology in your Foundation Repair Business
If you are new to the foundation repair industry, it is essential to know that technology continues to set contractors apart. Typically, foundation repair contractors that can keep up with the latest developments in the niche are guaranteed growth in customer base. One such knowhow that has taken the foundation repair business by storm over the past few years is the micropile technology. Although the expertise has been utilised in foundation underpinning for some time, the unique capabilities of micropiles have made the technology a much better option compared to traditional foundation underpinning techniques.

3 Home Renovation Tips for Frugal Homeowners
When it is time to renovate your abode, you will want to undertake projects that will deliver the best return on your investment. But with so many home renovations needed and limited funds available, deciding how to handle your renovation can be a daunting task. If it's any consolation, you're not alone – many homeowners face this conundrum when they want to remodel their abode.  Here are a few tips that can help you to successfully renovate your home on a tight budget.

Reasons to Install a Floating Dock on Your Commercial Property
If you have recently purchased a seafront commercial property, you may be wondering how best to develop the site for maximum use. And if you plan on running a business that will accommodate customers, such as a restaurant or a bar, an excellent inclusion will be a dock. However, choosing the right dock can be tricky if you have never had any experience with this type of construction before. While there is a myriad of dock options to select from, one category that poses a host of benefits is a floating dock.

Grinding your concrete floor: Do it yourself or hire a professional?
When you want to grind your concrete floor for polishing, you have the option of doing it yourself, or hiring professionals. However, before making the decision on which direction to take, you need to be fully informed about what each option entails. You need to be fully aware of both their advantages and disadvantages. This article highlights all the pros and cons of grinding your floor by yourself or hiring professionals to do it for you.

3 Issues to Address Before Demolishing a House
Demolition is an important step in any construction project. If you have a piece of property with an old house that is no longer appealing, you have to pull it down and create room for a new structure. That said, there is more to a demolition project than what many homeowners think. Before the demolition contractors come to your house and start the project, there is a lot that will go into the preparation process.

Can Decorative Concrete Kerbing Help Your Business Look Good?
While you may think that running a successful business is all about the work you do, you also need to think about how your business looks to the outside world. For example, external areas of your premises often give people their first impression of your company. Areas like drives, car parks, lawns and landscaped flower beds can make a good impression if they are kept neat, tidy and attractive. Alternatively, they can have a negative effect if they don't look so good.

Timber Framing: Three Practical Tips for Building Reliable Walls
If you are building your home or remodelling the structure, you should think about installing timber wall frames. This type of framing is favourable because it is flexible. In simple terms, timber can be cut, modified and joined in different ways to create the desired effect in the building. Also, timber frames are cost effective because the installation of this framing does not require a lot of labour. Also, you can find fairly inexpensive materials on the market.