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• Top 4 Water Drilling Methods You Should Know

  30 October 2018

  If you have a property that is not located near the municipal water system, you probably need to seek water bore drilling services to get your own water bore. Unfortunately, most customers don't really know the process of drilling water bores. This post will be sharing key water drilling methods the contractor may use when they come to drill a borehole in your residence or commercial property. Rotary drilling This is the most popular technique for digging water wells, and it uses a bit that's attached at the furthest end of a drill pipe.

• 3 Steps To Get Your Home Tested For Asbestos Before A Renovation

  30 October 2018

  If you're thinking of renovating your old home, then you may want to get it tested for asbestos, especially if it was built before 1990. Asbestos should never be taken lightly because of the immense health risks it poses if disturbed. While you need to hire an asbestos testing professional to get the job done, you will need to prepare yourself to ensure a thorough job is undertaken. Here are some steps to get your home tested for asbestos ahead of a renovation: 

• How to Improve the Impact of Offshore Construction Projects

  29 October 2018

  Offshore construction projects usually include the creation of structures such as platforms for oil mining, wind farms, sub-sea pipelines, and many others. Many benefits come from these projects, primarily when they are appropriately handled. These include boosted efficiency of the final product, provision of new jobs, minimum interference with the coastal environment and the possibility to quickly cool off the equipment used in the process. However, the method also comes with its own set of struggles.

• Two Ways To Use Concrete In Your New Kitchen

  26 October 2018

  Concrete is becoming increasingly popular in new kitchens; being so malleable, it can be moulded into any shape, fitting in with virtually any space. Two kitchen elements that are prime targets for a concrete makeover are countertops and floors. Concrete Benchtops The advantage of a concrete countertop is that you can customise it every step of the way. The concrete is either poured offsite into a precast mould or poured onsite at its final destination.

• 3 Great Ideas for Designing Your Custom Deck

  4 October 2018

  When it comes to designing a custom deck, paying attention to small things can lead to big rewards. While there is a whole raft of things that can be done, coming up with the right design ideas for a custom deck is essential to ensure deck builders build truly functional and aesthetic outdoor living spaces. Here are a few great design ideas for your custom deck. Deck railings Many people often overlook the value that railing can add to their decks.