A well-constructed building should have masonry that does its job of supporting the structure. Eventually, however, it may become less efficient at this, either because of extra stress put on it or just because of the effects of time. In such a case, the masonry may...
Whatever type of building you have, it's safe to assume that it involves concrete somewhere. Maybe concrete blocks form the main structure, or maybe concrete has been used for the foundations, the roof or for details of the building. Like any construction material, concrete needs maintenance...
London is just one of many parts of the country that's seen flooding recently, and there's likely to be more. After all, with weather events becoming more extreme and sea levels rising, lower-lying areas like London are going to be more at risk. Besides the effects...
If you find cracks in your home's foundations, it's essential to get them fixed. However, they're not all disastrous. This brief guide will give you an idea of which cracks can be repaired when it's convenient — and which need urgent action. 1. Horizontal Cracks Horizontal cracks...
Piling can be a valuable technique for your home to solve many different issues. Whether the piles are used in the original build, for an extension to your home, or to underpin the foundations in the case of subsidence, they can make the house you...
Piling, and especially mini piling, is a crucial tool for making the foundations of your home safe and secure. Whether you’re building a new house on weak or saturated soil, or whether you’re strengthening the foundations after subsidence or as part of an extension, mini...
Traditionally, piling was a construction method used for major projects, such as bridges or oil rigs. Over the past few decades, the development of mini piling has made it the technique of choice for foundations in domestic buildings. Piling for domestic use is sometimes associated with...
If you’re an experienced DIYer, there are home maintenance jobs you might prefer to do yourself, rather than paying for someone. Decorating, for instance, or repairing your guttering. However, there are many jobs that should only ever be left to the professionals — and underpinning...
The entire economy took a massive hit last year, due to soaring costs, problems moving materials and labour, and the effects of the war in Ukraine. While some of the problems have eased slightly this year, the economy remains problematic, and this is certainly hitting...
Have you considered building an extension for your home? You wouldn’t be alone. The cost of buying property is so high today that the most cost-effective way of upsizing is often to extend your current property, rather than moving. However, extending your home has to be...