Christopher Owens

About Me
Colin's Construction Blog: Building a House

Hi, there! My name is Colin. Last year, I finally completed some construction work on my home. For many years, I had been meaning to do lots of jobs around the place. I wanted to install a new bathroom downstairs. However, I had no idea how to do this so I avoided everything. My wife continued to complain about the lack of progress so I eventually contacted a team of contractors. A plumber, an electrician and a construction team visited my home and completed the work. As they did so, they taught me an awful lot about the best way to complete the job. I hope you find my blog useful.

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Three Reasons To Consider Skylight Windows

24 January 2022
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Could your property benefit from skylight windows? Perhaps you have never thought about that question, but there are several ways that you could incorporate skylight windows into your building that could help you to maximize the use of the building and make it a more pleasant place to live or work. Here are three reasons that could persuade you to add one or more skylight windows to your building. Better ventilation Read More …

Safety Measures When Demolishing Your Home

18 November 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Safety is at the heart of any home demolition project since slight errors could lead to fatal accidents. As a homeowner, you may not know the safety measures that the contractor should observe at the site. Below is an exhaustive excerpt on home demolition safety. Its primary purpose is to ensure you keep your contractor on their toes as they demolish the building.  Preliminary Assessment The contractor should conduct a preliminary assessment to establish the best way to pull down the building. Read More …

4 Special Considerations Every Urban Planner Must Keep in Mind During Town Planning Projects

4 October 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Is your city or town easier to navigate? If so, you can thank the town planning contractors. These contractors work with local government officials and residents to determine what the city requires presently and in the future. However, planning for all the necessary adjustments can be pretty challenging.  Town planners must therefore consider various aspects, including the following factors during urban planning and development:  The Local Environment  The environment of an urban centre might vary from one location to the next. Read More …

Why You Might Need the Services of a House Underpinning Contractor

18 August 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Contractors spend a lot of time in the design phase of construction and invest much in the process. Their primary goal is to create a structure that will stand the test of time and withstand the harsh external elements. However, changes in the soil water content and age can weaken the foundation of your building and lead to partial settling. If your home has reached this point, you should hire a foundation contractor to assess the state of the structure. Read More …

Two Precautions to Take When Doing a DIY House-Building Project

19 July 2021
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you're doing a DIY house-building project, here are some precautions to take. Inspect the wall frames just before you install them Prior to erecting the wall frames, you should inspect each stud. When doing this, you should be on the lookout for things like holes that might be a sign of a termite attack, as well as cracks. It's particularly crucial to do this if you bought the wall frame materials a few weeks or months ago and they've been in storage, as it's possible that they could have been damaged during this period. Read More …