Tag: protect
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Car Shipping Safety Guide: How to Protect Your Vehicle
Shipping your car might seem a bit uncertain at first, but with the right auto transport company, it’s a safe and simple process. A professional car transport service will prioritize your vehicle’s safety. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to make sure your car stays secure and your experience is hassle-free. We’ll…
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How to Protect Your Home or Building From Water Damage
Imagine walking into your home one morning and finding water pooling on the floor or dripping from the ceiling. It’s one of those moments that instantly fills you with panic. Water damage can happen unexpectedly and spread faster than most people realize. From leaking roofs and burst pipes to flooded basements, moisture can seep into…
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How to waterproof plywood to protect against moisture and rot
Plywood is a versatile material that can be used almost anywhere in the home. However, waterproofing plywood takes it to the next level, making it ideal for both moisture-laden interiors and exteriors. It is made from layers bonded together, so any water that gets between the layers can weaken the wood. Introducing a sealant will…
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Lords push amendments to protect wildlife from new homes
The House of Lords is considering key amendments that would limit how new planning permissions can impact protected species like barn owls and otters. Under the proposed changes, housebuilders might be prevented from using broad environmental delivery plans (EDPs) to sidestep specific habitat protections. The debate raises urgent questions about how the Bill balances the…
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Protect Plumbing from Cold Weather Damage
Mr. Rooter® Plumbing, a Neighborly® company, is offering homeowners practical steps to prepare their plumbing for colder and freezing temperatures. Frozen and burst pipes are among the most common and costly winter plumbing problems, but proactive maintenance can help protect your home, save money and provide peace of mind. “As temperatures drop, a few simple precautions…
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Protect Plumbing from Cold Weather Damage
Mr. Rooter® Plumbing, a Neighborly® company, is offering homeowners practical steps to prepare their plumbing for colder and freezing temperatures. Frozen and burst pipes are among the most common and costly winter plumbing problems, but proactive maintenance can help protect your home, save money and provide peace of mind. “As temperatures drop, a few simple precautions…
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Protect Your Home This Winter with Retrofit Snow Guards
Before the first snows begin to fall, make sure to prepare your home to handle upcoming winter weather. A key step is to contact your roofer and arrange for retrofit installation of an efficient snow guard system to help prevent dangerous avalanching of snow from your roof. “It’s important to be proactive when it comes…
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Protect Your Home This Winter with Retrofit Snow Guards
Before the first snows begin to fall, make sure to prepare your home to handle upcoming winter weather. A key step is to contact your roofer and arrange for retrofit installation of an efficient snow guard system to help prevent dangerous avalanching of snow from your roof. “It’s important to be proactive when it comes…
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How to protect workers from winter burnout
With year-end pressures mounting, many construction teams face increasing fatigue and stress. Read on for practical guidance for leaders on how to protect workforce wellbeing. Supporting mental health must be a year-round priority if we are to truly look after our workforce. Our teams should never be left to suffer in silence Nicola Hodkinson, Seddon…
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Site Surveillance & Security – 5 Ways to Protect the Jobsite & Equipment Rental Lot
Adam Hawoth, Wireless CCTVWireless CCTVEquipment theft continues to be a challenge throughout the construction and equipment rental industry. Jeremy White of Pro-Vigil writes that experts expect tariffs on construction material and equipment to likely compound this issue. Many look to surveillance to help increase the security of the jobsite and the equipment yard. Adam Hawoth…