• What to Look for When Inspecting the Breaker Panel

  19 July 2016

  It is advisable to check the electrical panel regularly for signs of defects that may threaten the safety of your home. This article discusses some of the things that you should look out for during that inspection. Corrosion Be on the look out for any signs of corrosion within the breaker panel. Any corrosion that you see may be an indicator of a moisture problem within the electrical panel. The moisture may be due to condensation.

• Why You Should Upgrade to Glass Tabletops

  22 February 2016

  Are you considering a home improvement project? Read on and discover why you should install glass tabletops for all the tables in your home.  Suitability for Most Styles Some homeowners cannot resist changing the style of the décor in their homes frequently. Such changes may require the homeowner to buy new furniture that suits each new style. For instance, stainless steel tabletops may look out of place in a home with an overall cottage style.

• How to Perform Excavation Safely

  8 February 2016

  If you are planning on excavating or trenching, you need to be sure it is done safely. Whether it is something that is your responsibility or you are managing employees doing excavation, be sure everyone follows these important safety precautions. Inspect the Site Before Beginning Each and every day, make sure you or a foreman on the job site is inspecting the excavation area before any workers enter. While this is more important following a storm from the previous night, it is important to do regardless of the weather conditions.

• The Best Ways of Forming Tilt-Up Panels

  22 January 2016

  There are a number of different ways through which you can form tilt up panels. Each method has its own advantages. This article will highlight the different methods of forming individual tilt up panels and consequent advantages of each. The Standard Practice First of all, it is important to understand the standard method of laying out tilt up panels before going to the details of individual panels. You need to first make chalk lines on the floor slab to indicate the panel perimeters.

• Why Pre-Demolition Site Inspections Are Important

  14 January 2016

  Safety is key when you need to have a residential structure torn down, be it partially or completely. Unfortunately, guaranteeing site safety during residential demolition projects is not something that most budding DIYers can easily achieve. Instead of exposing yourself and the public to safety hazards by doing the job yourself, you should let demolition experts do work for you. A demolition contractor will often perform a pre-demolition site inspection to assess the safety risks involved in tearing down your residential structures.

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