Bob’s Building Blog

Posted on: 3 April 2017
If your home's foundation is unstable, you may need to hire someone to do underpinning to strengthen the foundation so it's sturdy enough to hold up your home. There are a number of situations in which underpinning may be essential, but subsidence, changes to the elevation of the land, can definitely require you to need underpinning. If you're worried about subsidence, there are several things you may want to investigate. All of the issues below are potential signs that your area may have an increased risk of subsidence, and as a result, you may want to set up a savings account in case subsidence occurs and you need to put underpinning on your home.
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Posted on: 30 March 2017
Flooring made of concrete slabs is exactly as tough and durable as you would expect, but even these incredibly redoubtable floors can become damaged in certain circumstances. The edges of your slabs are particularly vulnerable, as forklifts and other heavy vehicles and loads passing over these edges can cause them to crack and crumble without suitable reinforcement. The gaps between concrete slabs can also pose a problem if left unprotected, allowing rain and moisture to penetrate the floor and dramatically undermine its strength and stability.
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Posted on: 30 March 2017
Commercial buildings rely heavily on electricity for powering general office equipment, special appliances, devices and even industrial machinery. The proper functionality and optimal performance of pertinent electrical systems ensures consistent productivity and good profits. On the other hand, there are significant hazards associated with electricity in workplaces, including electrical shock and fires. These risks are particularly high because of the heavy power demands and the multiple users. Consider using these simple guidelines to enhance electrical safety in your workplace.
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Posted on: 27 March 2017
When it comes to vehicle shelter, garages are the most common structure that individuals think of. Nonetheless, not all homeowners will have the luxury of owning a garage to park their vehicle in. Perhaps your house simply did not have this included into its design or maybe you are using your garage for other applications, thus ending up parking your vehicle on the street. However, the street is no place for your car as it becomes highly susceptible to damage on its body due to the changing weather and even from pedestrians.
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