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How to Choose Trusted Tiny Home Builders in Queensland: Expert Guide 2025

UK Construction Blog

Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements. Happy customers often praise: Construction detail work Professional communication On-time completion After-sale support Top builders offer detailed warranties from 1 to 2 years on general construction. Maximum height: 4.3m

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How to Hire Construction Workers: A Guide for General Contractors 

Buildern

This is a reality for any general contractor, whether it’s a small custom home builder or a commercial construction business. In a sense, a general contractor is also actively involved in the hiring process, in addition to bidding jobs and running crews. This depends on the state where the general contractor is operating.

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Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes

UK Construction Blog

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Examples include improperly installed plumbing, electrical wiring errors, and poor finishes.

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Profile – Drone Manager Nick Ross

Granger Construction

As luck would have it, he contracted to shoot aerial photography for one of Granger’s projects. Co ntractual obligations required Granger to provide 3D laser scans before each concrete slab pour, a service previously contracted to a third party. Shortly thereafter, Granger offered Nick a full-time position.

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How to Choose the Right Home Builders for Your Project

UK Construction Blog

building codes and standards vary by state and region, but the International Residential Code (IRC) is generally followed. This sets the foundation for things like structural integrity, plumbing, and electrical systems. Lastly, request a clear cost breakdown and contract. Canada, and Australia: In the U.S.,

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The three Ps of prefabricated EIFS: Preparation, production, placement

Construction Specifier

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

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Planning a House Extension? Here’s What to Expect From Start to Finish

UK Construction Blog

Contract Preparation Work with your architect or solicitor to prepare a comprehensive building contract that protects all parties. Standard industry contracts from organisations like HIA or Master Builders provide good frameworks, but ensure specific project requirements are documented.