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  • Two tips for those who want to tear down and rebuild their house extension after a bout of heavy snow

    If you want to get a demolition contractor to tear down your house extension so that you can rebuild it, but it has been snowing heavily lately, you should follow the advice outlined here. Get the demolition contractor to remove most of the snow and icicles before they tear down the extension After bouts of heavy snowfall, it's common for the roofs of buildings to end up covered in thick blankets of snow, and for icicles to form on the bottom halves of their guttering and fascia.
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  • 3 Reasons to Add Head Restraints to Your Truck Seats

    If you've chosen truck seats without integrated head restraints, then your supplier may give you the option of buying add-on rests to fit the seats. There are some benefits to doing this. What are they? 1. Additional Protection in Accidents If your drivers use seats without head restraints, then they don't have full body protection in some accidents. For example, if a vehicle rear-ends them, then the force of the collision will push their head forward and back quickly.
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  • When And How To Organise Hot Water Repairs

    Having a hot shower or bath is one of life's little pleasures that people across Australia take for granted in the modern age. Unfortunately not everything always goes according to plan, and every now and then, hot water systems can break down. However, distinguishing between what is a hot water fault and what is a problem with other aspects of your plumbing or electrical system is not always so easy. If you don't know what to look out for, you may call the wrong person to fix your problem, so here are the things to look for when establishing what problem you have.
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  • The Phases of Land Subdivision

    Real estate is one of the most lucrative businesses in Australia. Land subdivision, in particular, provides individual citizens with an opportunity to profit from their parcels of land. Read the extract below to understand the various stages of land subdivision.  Phase 1: Market Survey The primary purpose of subdividing your land is to make a profit by selling smaller parcels of land. Since subdivision can be an expensive process, you need to be sure that the exercise will yield profit.
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  • How to Choose a Deck Builder

    A deck is one of the best return-on-investment projects you can conduct in your home. Not only does it improve the value of your home, but it is the perfect place to hold family events such as birthdays and anniversaries. The extract below discusses a few considerations to make when choosing a deck builder.  Reputation Work with a deck builder who is reputable for quality services. Some internet research or testimonials from previous clients may help you determine the professional's reputation.
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  • Unbeatable Pros of Choosing Helical Piles for Your Foundation's Underpinning

    If your foundation has acquired considerable damage, you may find the entire process of foundation repair daunting. Not only are you to locate the right damage contractors for your specific issue, but you should also learn about the different repair options available so that you can rest assured that you are making an informed decision. Fortunately, some types of repair can work for you irrespective of the foundation damage, and one such method is the use of steel helical piles to underpin the damaged foundation.
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  • Top Considerations When Planning Bulk Haulage

    Contractors often have to transport bulky goods such as bricks, conduits, reinforcing steel and plumbing pipes. In the extract below, you will learn the various considerations you should make when planning bulk haulage. Trucks The truck that you choose should be suitable to transport your load. For example, flat trailers are ideal in the transport of plant equipment such as excavators and bulldozers. On the other hand, a tipper is best suited for soil, sand or aggregate transport.
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  • How Professionals Deal with Some Health and Safety Hazards Associated with Concrete Coring

    Whether you need to drill holes for the installation of electrical and plumbing lines or to remove a section of concrete material for testing, concrete core drilling, also known simply as concrete coring, is an absolutely necessary process for a concrete structure.  One of the key reasons to hire a core drilling specialist is because specialised training, proper tools and the right amount of experience are required to do the job effectively.
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  • Ways to Maximise On the Value of Your New Home Build

    For most people who are planning to construct their first home, they tend to be concerned about the primary logistics, such as the supplies they want to be used, the number of bedrooms and so on. However, if you are intent on constructing a house that you will eventually re-sell for a profit, then you should be going about the process thinking of your end goal so that you can make the most money from the sale.
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  • What You Should Know Before Hiring Portable Toilet Trailers for an Event

    An increasingly popular option when using a portable toilet hire for outdoor events is to use a toilet trailer. You may already know the basics about this option. You may know they can service more of your guests, have private stalls, and have family options. There are several other key points you should know before using this type of portable option for your event. Flushing Options  A key thing to know about most high-end portable toilet trailers is the ability to flush the toilets.
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