Patricia's Construction and Contracting Blog: Tips for Novices to Experts

  • Whose Trash Is Your Skip Bin?

    22 June 2016

    Fortunately, a permit is all that you need in order to place a rental skip bin along the nearest footpath until you're done demolishing. The main problem with placing rental skips in public places is that it encourages the illegal dumping of trash. In this regard, here's what you need to know before you hire a skip bin and before you apply for that permit. Why Illegal Dumping Should Be A Concern

  • Interior Painters | 3 Actions To Prep Your Walls For Painting

    17 June 2016

    With the hourly rates of painters ranging from $18 to $40, you may want to do some of the wall prep work on your own if you're looking to save some money. Adding a fresh coat of paint infuses new energy into any room, so make sure you get the preparation right for an excellent finish. Use Dishwashing Liquid And Water To Clean Your Walls Your walls should be properly cleaned to help the paint hold well on the wall surface, while preventing underlying marks from showing through the new coats.

  • Tools you will need to drill into your wall

    25 May 2016

    Drilling into walls is something most people have to do at least once in their lives. For some types of walls, you might need to drill even if you're just hanging a painting. Drilling into walls is a slightly different procedure depending on what material your wall is made out of. However, what tools you need rarely changes regardless of what material your wall is made out of. Using the right tools is very important in order for you to do a good job drilling.

  • Understanding the Different Types of Permits When Setting Up a Building

    23 May 2016

    State authorities have to ensure that you comply with various regulations when constructing your building. A good way to do this is to issue a permit before you begin work on the building after ascertaining that you have met any prior requirements.  At the same time, permits are also important for ensuring that necessary inspection was done in preceding stages before you move to another stage. If you are looking to set up a new building for commercial or non-commercial use, here are some of the permits that you should seek from local authorities and the reason authorities issue them to you:

  • What Fields of Study are Available in Industrial Development

    23 May 2016

    As a potential student in the field of industrial development, you may be curious about what career paths are available. Instead of concentrating on the field as a whole, you may want to look into a specific area of concentration for your career choice. You may also be under the misconception that the only option is to go into construction. However, the truth is that there are several fields you can go into.

  • 4 Features to Consider When Buying a New Shed

    23 May 2016

    A shed may seem like a very simple structure in which you can store lawn care equipment, gardening supplies, items for your pets or livestock, and the like, but as simple as it is, it's good to take some time when shopping for a new shed so you choose the features you'll need the most. Note a few of those features here and remember them when you're in the market for a new shed so you ensure you get one that you're happy with for years to come.

  • How To Treat and Maintain Your New Teak Pergola

    20 May 2016

    Teak is an extremely popular construction material that's used for pergolas and other outdoor structures.  The teak used for pergola construction is typically fine-sanded and otherwise untreated.  This means that weathering can cause the wood to lose its original honey-golden colour over time, and the teak will fade to a silvery-grey.  Although your teak pergola will still be perfectly functional and durable, you may prefer the wood to retain its natural shade.