Rhonda Neal

  • Top Reasons for Asbestos Removal in Schools

    Given the benefits of asbestos when it was first introduced to the construction industry, most contractors went on to call it the magic material. Unfortunately, today's asbestos is a well-known carcinogenic material found in older buildings, and school-going children have borne the brunt. A 2019 audit on Australian schools revealed that more than 2000 institutions contain asbestos, which is a ticking time bomb. Consequently, it has led to significant debate on the management or removal of the asbestos.
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  • Three Phases Leading Up To Residential Land Development

    Once you have acquired a raw plot of land, the most logical step would be undertaking land development as soon as possible so that you can make the most of this lot. Whether you are developing it for personal use or as a rental for passive income, you are guaranteed that this step is going to be a lucrative endeavour. But the process of converting the raw real estate into a residence that can be occupied can seem complex to a newbie in land development.
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  • Follow These 3 Guidelines for an Excellent Retail Shop Fit-Out Project

    Branding is everything in retail. Brand strategy is what determines whether your business will thrive or not. The physical appearance of your stores and especially the interior design is the simplest and yet most effective ways to communicate your brand image.  When the interior design is handled perfectly, your retail outlets become the place where customers come to have a unique shopping experience. On the other hand, if it is mishandled, you might have a hard time earning yourself return clients.
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  • Ways To Animate An All-White Kitchen During Your Home Renovation

    One of the most-used rooms in the house is the kitchen, so when you're undergoing home renovations, it makes perfect sense to start with this area. You may love the crispness of all-white designs but feel that they can sometimes be uninspired. Here are several ways to animate white kitchens by adding texture and colour to the benchtop, splashback, accessories and flooring. Benchtop A neutral kitchen of pale hues provides an ideal backdrop for a stunning marble, granite or travertine benchtop.
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  • Major Steps Involved in the Custom Home Building Process

    Building a custom home is much more involved and takes significantly more time to complete than buying a production home. It's a major undertaking that involves a number of steps, requiring your participation from start to finish. While every custom home construction project is unique, the basic steps involved in building a custom home are the same. Read on to familiarise yourself with these steps. Design and Budgeting Every custom home is born out of a unique design.
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  • Understanding Land Titles and their Terms and Conditions

    One of the biggest parts of the Australian dream is owning property. Over time, the process of property ownership and transfer has been streamlined, and today, there are more than five different property ownership structures. These ownership structures are represented and made legal using different types of land titles. It is crucial for an aspiring property owner to understand the different types of deeds that exist and what property rights they give you as the holder of the title.
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  • What to Consider In a Skip Bin Hire Contractor?

    If you are renovating your home, moving from your current home or doing major foliage removal or gardening and need to dispose of a lot of waste, hiring a skip bin is the most efficient way to get rid of waste. Residential skip bin hire will offer you waste management solutions that help you sort multiple types of waste efficiently and in an environmentally friendly way. To rip the benefits of skip bin hire, you need to know which considerations to make when choosing a contractor.
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  • 3 Essential Factors to Consider When Designing Your Roof Trusses

    Traditionally, stick framing has been used to provide support for roofing materials, as well as give the roof its shape and slope. With the advent of roof trusses, builders and building owners alike are increasingly ditching stick framing for roof trusses.  There are numerous reasons someone may favour trusses over traditional stick framing. Trusses span greater distances without requiring support, are made in a controlled environment without interference from the vagaries of weather and can be installed much faster and with less labour requirement.
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  • Prepare for Summer with Double Glazed Windows & Doors to Enjoy the Benefits

    Double glazed windows and doors are made of uPVC (unplasticised polyvinyl chloride) frames featuring two glass panes with a gap between them. The space between the glass panes contains argon gas or air and is supported by a space bar. This design helps to prevent heat or air loss from the house, thus acting as an insulator.  Summer is almost here with us, and it's the perfect time to make preparations for the hot months that follow.
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  • Which commercial insulation option is right for your building?

    When you manage any commercial property, one issue that you will need to carefully consider is the value of appropriate commercial insulation. Without proper insulation, it becomes difficult to correctly regulate the building temperature because the lack of insulation leads to energy transfer through the ceiling and walls. When this happens, the building quickly becomes too hot or too cold for your employees to comfortably work in. Energy bills begin to climb ever higher as your heating or air-conditioning seeks to respond to changing outside temperatures.
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