Construction Space: Let’s Talk About Building And Contractors

Posted on: 10 December 2019

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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Posted on: 20 November 2019

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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Posted on: 30 September 2019

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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Posted on: 30 September 2019

Few people have the luxury of being able to afford a custom designer home. They may dream about having as much space as they like and being able to configure each room according to their family's needs, but in the cold light of day, they may have to make do with something 'off the shelf'. If you moved into a particular house because it was strategically located or it was as much as your budget could afford, then you may feel as if you have to make do with some aspects.
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