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A General Overview of Land Surveys

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Have you been advised that you need a land survey and wondered what that entails? Here’s a general overview to help. What Is a Land Survey? A land survey defines the boundaries of a parcel of land. The surveyor will use equipment and software and go to a site to inspect a property. With the groundwork complete, they’ll write a report detailing what they’ve found with expert comments. A report also includes illustrations with measurements and other details. Read More»

Building Your Dream Home: The Benefits of Having a Custom Home Builder

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When it comes to building a dream house, working with a custom home builder can offer many benefits. Custom home builders are experienced professionals who specialise in creating unique and personalised homes tailored to the individual needs and preferences of the homeowner. Here are some of the benefits of having a custom home builder for your dream house.   Customised Design and Layout  One of the most significant benefits of working with a custom home builder is the ability to create a unique design and layout tailored specifically to your needs and lifestyle. Read More»

4 Reasons to Hire an Acoustic Consultant for Your Office

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Anyone who has ever worked in an office knows how much of a problem sound pollution can be. Unnecessary noise can impact productivity and drastically reduce employee satisfaction, so trying your best to keep things quiet is clearly a wise move. While you can take steps yourself to reduce sound pollution, it’s much smarter to hire an acoustic consultant instead. Here are just four reasons why. 1. Identifies Exact Problems   Read More»

4 Little Talked About Reasons To Carry Out A Land Survey

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Investing in land and the construction industry is an excellent idea. However, you also need a lot of money to invest in the sector. Any capital-intensive venture comes with its set of rules and regulations. In property, you should follow the rules and ensure you’re doing the right and legal thing to avoid liabilities and losses. Land surveyors exist to help you follow these rules. Here are the little talked about reasons people carry out a land survey. Read More»

3 Undeniable Benefits of Enlisting a Reputable Commercial Painter

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Whether you want to upgrade your current business space or give your new commercial building a facelift, you need to work with a professional commercial painting contractor. Commercial painters deal with extensive painting projects in commercial setups.  These professionals employ state-of-the-art equipment, highly-trained workers and high-quality paints that help achieve a dramatic visual and non-visual distinction in their projects. Any commercial business owner aims to woo prospective customers to their enterprise and convert them into actual return buyers. Read More»

Considerations When Hiring A Shopfitter

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A shopfitter helps you redesign your retail space to suit your business needs. For instance, it could be that you need to make the area spacious or install new displays. Regardless of your needs, you need to ensure the shopfitter is the best fit for the project. Read on for some shopfitter hiring insights.  Industry Specialisation  Check the shopfitter’s website or ask them for their portfolio to determine their previous engagements and specialisation. Read More»

Ready To Build On Your Property? How To Ensure Final Building Approval

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If you want to make some improvements on your property and the plans include a new building, it’s time to start thinking about the approval process. Whether you want to build a guest house, a workshop or a new patio, you’re going to need to go through the building approval process. Unfortunately, the process can be downright confusing and stressful, especially if you’re not sure what to do. If you’re confused about the building approval process, read the list provided below. Read More»

Could You Make Better Use of Glass?

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Are you considering renovating your home? If your home needs a refresh, there are lots of options you might consider. Do you enjoy the rustic appeal of wooden beams and the solidity they add to a home? Do you like rich, ornate fabric and the charm it can bring to your walls and floor? One material to which you may not have given enough thought is glass. You will be familiar with glass in windows and perhaps doors in your home, but there is much more you could do with glass. Read More»

How To Make Your Home Feel Like A Paradise This Summer

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Summertime is many Australian’s favourite season as it means more holidays and a better climate to enjoy the outdoors. However, you can’t always be out and about, and most of your time this summer will most likely still be spent at home, so why not make it a place that you want to be in and not just somewhere to sleep? One way to better incorporate summer this year (and beyond) is through the installation of skylight windows. Read More»

Are you concerned about vibration coming from your site?

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Considerate constructors care about their neighbours. If you are managing a construction project, you will be required to ensure that you keep those in neighbouring properties happy at every stage of the construction process. You must try to limit deliveries to times when they won’t block the road and cause long tailbacks for people trying to get to or from work. You should also be concerned about noise levels on your site and find ways to work that won’t interfere too much with anyone living or working nearby. Read More»