Construction Falls: Understanding And Ensuring Safety By. Thomas M Hester Falls from height (FFH) are the leading causes of serious and fatal injuries for construction workers. Almost all of these injuries and fatalities were preventable. There are many different factors that increase the risk of FFH injuries. Getting a underst... Read More
Upgrade outdated countertops with quartz countertops. They are extremely durable making them the perfect choice of material for family homes that are likely to see a bunch of wear and tear from young children. Choose black quartz countertops to help hide any messes kids might make. Or go for a clean sleek look in your kitchen with white quartz c... Read More
If you are thinking of getting a new roof, chances are you might have a lot of questions in your mind right now. As a homeowner, it is your responsibility to know how every component of your home works especially the materials that were used to build it. We’ve heard a lot of stories of homeowners spending thousands of dollars just because ... Read More
Forklifts are very useful pieces of equipment used in many industries to enhance productivity, protect the health and safety of employees and also to speed up the processes. This equipment can also be very costly to repair and extremely dangerous. Earning a forklift license is just the beginning of the learning process. To make the be... Read More
It can be easy to forget, with the mind-boggling array of technology and construction that surrounds us in the modern world, that human beings are as much a product of the natural world as any animal. We’ve built the world into something that our ancestors would never have dreamed of, but in doing so, have we lost touch with the natural wo... Read More
The cooler weather is coming, and that means that you’ll be spending more time in the kitchen cooking hearty soups and other fall favorites. You’ll also be getting ready to host holiday parties and dinners. So now is the time to get those kitchen upgrades done so that your home will be holiday ready and your family’s favorite p... Read More
When you’re in the process of building or remodeling your home, you want to make sure that the materials you choose to use are the right ones for your home. You need to take into consideration the sustainability you want, the weather conditions your home will face year after year, and the maintenance you’re willing to put into keep... Read More
With so many different glazing solutions on the market, it can be a bit of a challenge to get your head around what’s out there, what it does, and what it can be used for. With so many forward-thinking specialists finding ways to integrate new technology into construction materials, it’s important for contractors to be up to speed wi... Read More
If you work as a landscaper, then you know just how important it is to be aware of current design trends. In this article, you’re going to learn about some of the current trends in landscaping design that most contractors, for whatever reason, tend to miss or forget about. Perhaps, few of these trends will be applicable to you and your ... Read More
The world is in the midst of an unseasonable hot spell, and nowhere seems immune. Spain and Japan have been suffering from near 45°C (113°F) temperatures, while even Scotland is up in the mid 30s. As a result, businesses everywhere have to be aware of the risks of working in hot weather - and none more so than tradesmen and the construct... Read More
