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How to Increase the Size of Your Home

The moment my husband and I stepped into our house, we fell in love with the place. However, after we had lived in the property for a few months, we noticed that it didn't have enough living space. We sat down one day and worked out an improved layout for our home that would increase the amount of space available to us. We called in some contractors to complete the work and we are really pleased with how it turned out. I decided to start this blog to share our home construction journey with anyone who is considering enlarging their home.

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Home Construction: Choosing Between Wood and Steel Roof Trusses

16 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Roof trusses are critical features in the structure of a house. Basically, a roof truss refers to the framework which supports the roofing material and connects the space above the main house to the roof. Therefore, you must carefully evaluate your options before selecting the most suitable system to install during your construction project. One of the factors that you should consider when looking for roof trusses is the material. This will determine the durability, performance and ease of installation. Read More …

4 Reasons Prospective Buyers Should Consider Prefabricated Commercial Buildings

16 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Purchasing a commercial building is one of the most worthwhile investments that you can make in your lifetime. However, most conventional building designs often face challenges such as moisture, mildew, rot, and mold that stem from poor design and workmanship. Therefore, prefabricated buildings have become a popular alternative for buyers seeking well-designed units at an affordable rate. This article examines some reasons prospective buyers should consider prefabricated commercial buildings. Quality Control -- Almost all prefabricated buildings undergo rigorous design and engineering processes that leave nothing to chance. Read More …

Tips for adding agricultural sheds to your new farm

15 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you've just purchased a piece of farmland and are now looking to invest in some agricultural sheds, here are a couple of tips which may help you with this process. Consider your farm's needs when choosing shed types, dimensions and materials Before you seek out a construction firm for your project, think carefully about the kind of buildings you require for your particular farm. Rural sheds come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes; it's important that the ones you select are designed to cater to both the type and quantity of produce and livestock you will have on your land. Read More …

Driveway Construction: Various Benefits of Opting For Asphalt

13 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Due to high usage and the heavy loads that driveways are exposed to, they are bound to eventually succumb to wear and tear. However, if this wear and tear has become more frequent than usual, you may have to consider driveway reconstruction. There is an array of materials that you could choose to use for your new driveway. One of the more common materials used by households is concrete. If you would like to opt for something different, then you should consider asphalt driveways. Read More …

Home Insulation Tips You Should Know About

13 December 2016
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Home insulation helps to keep your home warm and comfortable all year round. Proper insulation is very important in keeping the flow of heat in your home. Apart from the major reasons of keeping the home warm, insulation can also be installed to reduce noise and save energy and money through reduction of electricity bills. There are several types of insulation that you can install to keep the house warmer during winter and cooler during summer. Read More …