Category: Featured
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HS2 tunnel reaches milestone following ‘serious challenges’
The realigned A361, which runs over one of the longest ‘cut-and-cover’ tunnels on the HS2 project, has been reopened. A short section of the road, which runs from Banbury to Daventry, was closed for 11 days to allow the carriageway to be safely realigned over the top of the first section of the tunnel. Set to…
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Tech in Concrete Construction Insights
At its core, concrete construction hasn’t changed much. If you excavate deep enough to the core of the work, there isn’t much of a difference between the concrete contractors do today versus what was done back in ancient Roman times. What has changed (and significantly, I might add) are the materials, methods, the science, the…
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How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Boosts Construction Equipment Investment and Tax Relief
According to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Foundation, 42% of businesses plan to increase their equipment and software investments this year, with 32% citing increasing labor costs and labor shortages as the primary reason. For construction companies navigating these pressures, the Trump Administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (P.L. 119-21) (“OBBBA”) can bring significant tax…
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The River House’s Cozy But Modern Dining Room Reveal!
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Welcome to the river house dining room reveal – such a warm and inviting landing spot with the prettiest views, a cozy fireplace, and a painting that my brother still doesn’t know if he’s into (but he hasn’t taken it down yet!!). It’s adjacent to the kitchen, with a shared color palette, and I layered…
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Can you have too many dehumidifiers? Experts advise
There are plenty of benefits to having a dehumidifier in your home – from preventing mould and mildew to improving overall air quality. With all these advantages, you might think it’s a good idea to collect as many as possible to maximise the effects – but can you actually have too many dehumidifiers? According to…
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CIOB report addresses construction’s ‘volatility’
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has published new research on the construction industry’s capacity to meet key targets, including the delivery of 1.5 million new homes by 2029. The report, Capacity Constraints in Construction: Rethinking the Business Environment, looks at some of the industry’s biggest challenges, including recruitment, training and retention. The research also considers…
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How to get rid of mice in your home: 6 expert tips that work
You’re not alone if you’re wondering how to get rid of mice in your home. As the weather gets colder, you might see an increase in unexpected visitors, including these furry little rodents. Whether you find them cute or not, mice can cause more problems than simply chewing up your furniture, wires and insulation; they…
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How to get rid of mice in your home: 6 expert tips that work
You’re not alone if you’re wondering how to get rid of mice in your home. As the weather gets colder, you might see an increase in unexpected visitors, including these furry little rodents. Whether you find them cute or not, mice can cause more problems than simply chewing up your furniture, wires and insulation; they…
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Will Labour’s planning bill widen the ‘green space gap’?
Britain’s race to fix its housing crisis is colliding with another national obsession – the deepening divide between those who live near nature and those who don’t. As Labour’s new Planning and Infrastructure Bill promises to “get Britain building” with fewer environmental hurdles, critics warn it could accelerate the loss of local green space and…
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BH24, Flexinova Drive Global Change in Spray Tech Innovation
BH24 Inc., in partnership with Flexinova Global Inc., is introducing a new standard in spray and bottle technology. With a global patent pending for a revolutionary multi-compartment spray mechanism, the companies are reshaping how industries across the world design, package, and use sprayable products. Founded in Miami, BH24 Inc. began as a startup with a…