• What Are Geotechnical Services?

  18 November 2016

  Geotechnical services are often offered by specialist engineering firms and they have a range of separate, though often related, functions. Geotechnical engineering comes under the umbrella of civil engineering and is essentially concerned with how earth materials behave in the environment. By gaining a better understanding of the ground at a particular site, it is possible to determine what sort of buildings can be built there and at what cost. A big part of modern geotechnical services, therefore, is surveying land prior to architectural building plans being drawn up.

• Asbestos Control and Removal: Soil Remediation is Equally as Important

  9 November 2016

  When most people think about asbestos contamination, the areas that come to mind are buildings and their infrastructure. However, structures are not the only areas where asbestos can be found. Asbestos can occur in the soil and it poses the same health and environmental hazards as does asbestos that's found in building materials and infrastructure. Inspecting the soil around a building that's suspected to have asbestos fibers can help you to take the necessary remediation steps to protect the building occupants and the environment from the effects of asbestos.

• Why You Should Consider Finding a Temporary Labour Job

  28 July 2016

  If you are looking for a job in the general labour field, your two main options are to apply for available permanent positions or get temporary employment. Seeking temporary employment is often done through a labour hire agency, and it has quite a few advantages. Here are some reasons to choose the latter option. You Can Get a Job Quickly One of the top benefits to choosing a temporary labour job through an employment agency is that you can get a job fast.

• What to Look for When Inspecting the Breaker Panel

  19 July 2016

  It is advisable to check the electrical panel regularly for signs of defects that may threaten the safety of your home. This article discusses some of the things that you should look out for during that inspection. Corrosion Be on the look out for any signs of corrosion within the breaker panel. Any corrosion that you see may be an indicator of a moisture problem within the electrical panel. The moisture may be due to condensation.

• Why You Should Upgrade to Glass Tabletops

  22 February 2016

  Are you considering a home improvement project? Read on and discover why you should install glass tabletops for all the tables in your home.  Suitability for Most Styles Some homeowners cannot resist changing the style of the décor in their homes frequently. Such changes may require the homeowner to buy new furniture that suits each new style. For instance, stainless steel tabletops may look out of place in a home with an overall cottage style.

Search