Construction Soil Testing: Common Contaminants to Consider

When building your new home, there are different aspects that you must evaluate before the official construction commences. One of these critical factors is the quality of the soil on which your home will be built. You should commission testing of the soil material to ensure that there are no harmful compounds or elements in the land. Basically, soil contamination occurs as a result of manmade activities such as improper hazardous waste disposal, the use of agricultural chemicals and even general industrial operations. Read More 

Considerations You Should Make Before Picking a House Underpinning Method

House underpinning refers to the process of repairing a foundation so that existing problems (such as foundation settling) are solved. Many house-underpinning methods exist, such as mud jacking and using helical piles. This article discusses some key considerations that you should have in mind as you select a house underpinning method for your home. Extent of Access Some underpinning methods (such as the use of precast piers) require the use of heavy machinery. Read More 

When To Call a Commercial Electrician To Your Business, Even If You Have Electricity

Even if your business has electricity and you're not experiencing a brownout or blackouts of any sort, you might still want to call a commercial electrician for upgrades and wiring replacement. There are many reasons why it's good to have them look at your wiring, even if the electricity is still functioning in your building; note a few of these here so you know when it's good to call such a professional. Read More 

What to look for in a concrete core drill

Concrete core drilling isn't something that you generally have the need to perform on your own, as it is a complicated procedure that rarely needs to be done in domestic environments. However, if you're about to build a furnace, or if you need to put the weight of a house further down into the ground, you need to use a core drill. If you aren't a professional core driller, it might be hard to know what equipment you need. Read More 

What to think about to avoid water damage in your outdoor concrete structures

Concrete is a common material for many outdoor structures in many homes. Concrete is a durable material that can withstand force and that can last over a long time. However, one negative aspect of concrete when it's being used for outdoor purposes is that it doesn't withstand moisture very well. If concrete gets cracked and moisture penetrates the structure, the whole structure might be ruined. Moisture can affect the iron mesh inside the concrete and cause further cracking, or the concrete itself can absorb the moisture, become porous and start to break apart. Read More