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15 Tips For Starting Your Own Roof and Guttering Business

Construction Marketing

There are all sorts of equipment and materials needed to start a roofing and guttering business. You’ll also require the following: Vehicle that can handle transport of materials. Roofing equipment and materials. Roofing equipment and materials. 3) Equipment and materials. 12) Licenses and permits.

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Above Ground Pump Stations: The Growing Common-Sense Trend

Civil + Structural Engineer

It’s common sense that relocating pumps above ground, away from constant exposure to corrosive and hazardous sewage, safeguards the mechanical and electrical components of the pumps, as well as the workers who handle them. Yet, dry-pit solids-handling wastewater pumps tend to be more efficient than typical wet-pit or submersible pumps.

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How To Set Up Solar Panels In A Commercial Building

Construction Marketing

If you have a commercial building, consider installing a solar power system. One of the best ways of installing solar panels in a commercial building is by placing them in an open area. You may install them on your building’s roof or the roof of a carport if there isn’t any adjacent clear, open ground.

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Essential Tips for Securely Storing Construction Materials

PN - Project Management

"Poor storage of construction materials can result in the materials being damaged or stolen." ​Ensuring the safety and integrity of the construction materials needed to complete a build is a huge priority. After all, securely storing construction materials is a logistical necessity and crucial to project success!

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Top Mistakes to Avoid During Home Renovation

CCR Magazine

This plan should include everything from the overall design to the materials you will use. Many homeowners get so focused on the design aspects that they forget to account for all the associated costs, such as labour, materials, and permits. A clear plan will prevent costly changes midway through the renovation. </p>

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10 Essential Types of Construction Documents

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction documents have several purposes, including covering daily information, keeping track of a project and documenting changes, inventory tracking, permit applications, and others. However, there are usually several core documents that you’ll come across regardless of the type of project you’re handling. . 5: Drawings.

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Demystifying fire-retardant treated wood specifications

Construction Specifier

The building and fire codes require FRTW to be impregnated with chemicals. Impregnation refers to a technique for treating absorbent materials with chemicals. Impregnating wood materials with fire retardants changes the chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of the wood, resulting in a complex new material.