Category: Featured
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How Mallory Created A Renter-Friendly Built-In Bookcase For Only $600
My main goal in life has always been to have a custom built-in bookcase in my living room. You know the ones – they’re all over Pinterest and Instagram. They instantly make a space look super elevated and cozy. Bookcases and built-ins are among the most high-impact design elements, and they can take a boring…
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‘Help! Our employer’s agent is favouring the contractor’
This month’s contract clinic question comes from a construction client worried the employer’s agent is siding with the late-running contractor. Hakan Ozsoy responds. Image: Dreamstime The question We are the employer on a small residential development. We believe our employer’s agent (EA) is failing to deliver his duties and favouring the views of the contractor,…
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How to keep spiders out of your house
If you’ve ever wondered how to keep spiders out of your house, the first step is understanding why they come in in the first place. As the seasons change, these eight-legged visitors start seeking out warmth, shelter and food sources, and our homes provide the perfect environment. Let’s be honest, spiders may play a useful…
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How to keep spiders out of your house
If you’ve ever wondered how to keep spiders out of your house, the first step is understanding why they come in in the first place. As the seasons change, these eight-legged visitors start seeking out warmth, shelter and food sources, and our homes provide the perfect environment. Let’s be honest, spiders may play a useful…
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How to keep spiders out of your house
If you’ve ever wondered how to keep spiders out of your house, the first step is understanding why they come in in the first place. As the seasons change, these eight-legged visitors start seeking out warmth, shelter and food sources, and our homes provide the perfect environment. Let’s be honest, spiders may play a useful…
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New tax could add £24,000 to the cost of a new home
The UK government is considering significant changes to landfill tax that could substantially increase costs for the construction sector. While officials argue the reforms will support environmental goals, industry leaders warn of potential negative impacts on housing affordability. Experts estimate the proposed changes could add tens of thousands of pounds to the cost of building…
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Northern Arizona Univ Wins First Place in Big Beam Contest
Northern Arizona University won the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute’s PCI) 2025 Big Beam Competition, a nationwide challenge that encourages college students to demonstrate excellence in structural design, teamwork, and innovation using precast, prestressed concrete. The winning Northern Arizona University team was led by faculty advisor Ben Dymond with support from PCI producer TPAC. Team members include Payton Correia, Zachary…
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76 FENCE Expands to Douglasville and Newnan Locations
76 FENCE is expanding its footprint in Georgia with new franchise locations opening in Douglasville and Newnan, marking the brand’s continued growth across the state. The West Georgia territories will be owned and operated by longtime Douglasville resident and business leader Matthew Skuodas. Skuodas brings more than 30 years of global experience in corporate BPO…
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Exploring 8 Pieces of Equipment That Build Success
No matter the industry, be it construction, warehousing, manufacturing, or logistics, the right equipment can transform operations, streamline efficiency, and fuel growth. These eight essential pieces of equipment are cornerstones of dependable, effective, and scalable success. Forklifts: The Backbone of Efficient Material Handling Forklifts are indispensable in warehouses, factories, and distribution centers. Whether you’re loading…
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LATICRETE Launches HYDRO BAN 1 and MULTIMAX 1 Products
LATICRETE, a manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, officially announces the launch of two category-redefining products: HYDRO BAN® industry, officially announces the launch of two category-redefining products: HYDRO BAN® 1, a single coat, trowel-applied waterproofing and crack isolation solution, and MULTIMAX™ 1, a premium-grade pre-mixed thin set and large and heavy tile (LHT)…