If your home needs restumping, then you have to choose a stump material. You don't necessarily have to go with the same type of stumps you have now. This is a good time to look at different materials to assess if you should switch to using different products. Read on to learn about the pros and cons of the three most common stumping options. The Pros and Cons of Timber Stumps
28 September 2022
The lack of upkeep for your commercial property will result in a decline in value. In simple terms, a worn out building will mean low interest from tenants, customers and investors. If you decide to sell the property, the potential returns will be poor. Other problems associated with bad maintenance include the high risk of accidents, more repair expenses and lawsuits due to accidents. Therefore, you should plan for the regular maintenance of your commercial property.
18 November 2021
Demolishing a house is a tough choice to make. However, no matter how much sentimental value a building holds for you, it wouldn't make any sense to keep spending money repairing and replacing damaged parts. Sometimes, the best thing to do is to bring down the building and start afresh. For example, if in addition to endless repairs and replacement, your building is creating legal problems for you because of the violations, demolition could be better than constant maintenance.
15 December 2020
Ever since Australia banned asbestos in December 2003, commercial facilities that were constructed with asbestos material have been on a mission to replace the material. If you fall into this category, then you need the services of an asbestos removal company. These firms specialise in the safe removal, handling and disposal of asbestos material. It is, however, essential that you understand the key requirements in the proper disposal of asbestos. Read on to find out more.
7 February 2020
Governments around the world are becoming increasingly worried about the effects of global warming, and many people feel that those effects are becoming quite profound in Australia. The country has always been somewhat arid but, in recent years, has been experiencing drought conditions like never before. This not only has a bearing on drinking supplies but also on the state of the ground beneath the feet. It's hardly surprising, therefore, that many homeowners are uncovering problems related to dry earth and are having to consider taking action to rectify.
29 March 2019
How is your plaster ceiling looking? Homes built before the 1960s were frequently fitted with lath and plaster ceilings while 1970s homes more commonly have plasterboard ceilings. More recently built properties will have Gyprock ceilings. No matter what type of ceiling you have in your home, problems can develop over time that require expert help in order to repair or restore the ceiling to its former glory. Here's what you need to know about repairing a damaged plaster ceiling.
29 March 2019
Without a sturdy foundation, the stability of your structure will be severely jeopardised. However, it is unfortunate that some homeowners do not pay particular attention to the state of their home's foundation, since it is out of their sight. No matter whether you moved into an old home or a newly constructed one, foundation repairs are something you may have to engage in at one point or another. The reason why these repairs would be prudent is that as the house settles and the soil decompresses, the foundation may shift in place, causing the onset of cracks.
9 January 2018
