Your building designer may choose to specify piles or have the soil compacted in case he or she discovers that the soil isn't capable of supporting the weight of the proposed building. Each of these options has its own advantages and disadvantages. This article discusses some situations when piling may be a better option than having the soil compacted. No Additional S
If you lived through one of the recent super storms, you may marvel at the power of nature and the sheer strength of Australian weather systems. However, you may also be more than a little agitated about the damage caused to your home. You may have been in the market for a roof replacement anyway, but now you have to go all out and do the job due to the damage incurre
Timber trusses are favoured in home construction because the design leaves an open space at the centre for the attic. This space can be used for living purposes or as storage room. In general, this exposed framework will provide long-term service after the initial construction. However, in some cases, the trusses might become weaker with time. For example, if the roof
With many different components of life being revolutionised by technology, the traditional door lock has not been left behind. The lock and key method that many people are used to is slowly being replaced by more modern locking mechanisms. These locks are capable of receiving instructions from mobile devices and computer applications in order to open or close when nec
Building any structure on a beachfront can be a tricky affair because beach soil is weak and it cannot support a spread foundation. For this reason, piling is essential for such structures. Therefore, if you want to add a structure to your compound such as a boat garage, then you need to accommodate piling as part of your construction plan. However, before you hire th