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Essential Fire Risk Assessment Tips for Construction Sites

UK Construction Blog

These include flammable materials like fuels, gases, and chemicals. Sparks from tools or machines can easily ignite these materials if proper safety steps aren’t taken. Store and Handle Flammable Materials Safely Keeping flammable items safe is key to fire prevention. Another big hazard is poor electrical wiring.

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Essential Tips for Securely Storing Construction Materials

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"Poor storage of construction materials can result in the materials being damaged or stolen." ​Ensuring the safety and integrity of the construction materials needed to complete a build is a huge priority. After all, securely storing construction materials is a logistical necessity and crucial to project success!

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Best Practices for Ensuring Clean Drinking Water on Construction Sites

UK Construction Blog

Site operators risk contaminating drinking water if waste is not properly handled. Wastewater generated during construction activities must be managed in line with the Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016, as well as the relevant Water Industry Act 1991 provisions.

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7 Critical Steps to Renovating Your House in the Right Order

UK Construction Blog

Make sure to get all the necessary permits before starting work. Take Stock of Storage Walk through closets, cabinets, and storage spaces. Think about areas where additional storage could be added, like under the stairs or in unused corners. Add stylish touches like modern light fixtures or sleek cabinet handles.

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15 Tips For Starting Your Own Roof and Guttering Business

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There are all sorts of equipment and materials needed to start a roofing and guttering business. Setting up your office and setting a storage area at home will do while you’re beginning. You’ll also require the following: Vehicle that can handle transport of materials. Roofing equipment and materials.

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Transform Your Garage: 10 Simple DIY Upgrades for a More Functional Home Space

UK Construction Blog

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Determine what you want to use the garage fora workshop, a gym, storage, or perhaps a multifunctional space.

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Gateway of opportunity: Vertical-stacking doors in modern spaces

Construction Specifier

When compared to swinging or sliding doors, vertical-stacking sectional doors free up space on the floor and along the wall that can be used to maximize seating, add display space, or expand storage. When open, these doors add space to accommodate clientele outdoors when weather permits.