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03 Sep

Working Safely on Scaffolding – The Do’s and Don’ts

Falls are one of the leading causes of death at building sites and a high percentage of these fatalities are attributed to scaffold related falls and accidents.

The main issue with safety when working on scaffolding is all down to whether the scaffolding structure is completely safe to work on. This means working on scaffolding which has been erected by trained professionals under the supervision of a competent person and that the scaffold has been correctly inspected before use. It’s […]

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23 Aug

4 Tips for Finding a Reliable Roofing Contractor

Installing a new roof or doing repairs and maintenance to an existing one is a huge project and thus you should do a good job when hiring a contractor. The roof plays a big role in protecting your interiors. If the job is not done well, you not only end up with a bad roof but you could also end up ruining your entire home. Roofing is also a risky job considering the height and thus it ought to […]

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05 Aug

How Risky is Construction Work and What Should You Do If You Get Hurt?

The construction industry is a risky place to work. There’s no doubting this fact because it’s borne out by the health and safety statistics. It’s a high paying profession for skilled workers but it’s also true that it comes with additional safety concerns for workers. Also, it’s perhaps a greater worry that older construction workers are more at risk than younger ones, but hopefully most of older employees are in management by the 30s or 40s and ostensibly are […]

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30 Jul

Pros and Cons of Velux Windows

Velux windows are growing increasingly popular, especially at this time of year, as the trend for interiors become more abstract and natural lighting takes a forefront in home design. However, are Velux windows worth the investment and time, or will they end up becoming the bane of your life?
Pros
Maximise natural lighting in your home
With the addition of Velux windows, you enable the space to be filled with as much natural light as possible. Due to the placement of Velux […]

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22 Jul

A Guide to Prefabricated Steel Construction Materials

There are two ways of looking at prefabricated steel construction materials; prefabricated steel reinforcing and prefabricated steel structures. The prefabricated steel reinforcing is reinforcing that has already been designed and all the loose and shaped steel have been welded or tied together to form a cage, that can easily be placed before concrete is poured. Prefabricated steel structures are modularised and panelised steel structures used to create bigger structures like commercial and industrial warehouses, sheds and aeroplane hangars.
Why use […]

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08 Jul

How to pack 7 of the most awkwardly-shaped items for your house move

As a professional removal company, we have been faced with an enormous variety of items to pack, move and store from one person’s home to another. Mostly these items box easily or are robust enough to cope with having other items stacked on top of them. So what do you do when you have awkward, fragile or expensive items to pack?

Here are some of our favourite packing challenges – once you know the tips you’ll be packing like a […]

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08 Jul

Do you need scaffolding to paint a house? Answered!

Painting a standard two or three-storey house can be a difficult task if you’re doing it yourself. For many, it can be challenging and also risky job due to working at height. Before you begin painting your house though you need to make a decision on whether you’ll go down the route of using scaffolding or a ladder to paint your house.

When you’re painting the exterior walls of your house, using a scaffolding structure to get the job done […]

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08 Jul

What Are The Benefits of a Home Heat Recovery System?

With environmentalism becoming an increasingly prominent issue, many people are now looking for ways that they can reduce their own carbon footprint and, in the process, also reduce the amount of money that they spend on energy and other bills. Adding a home heat recovery system to your home is an ideal way of accomplishing both objectives.

But the benefits of a heat recovery system don’t end there. There are plenty of reasons that adding a heat recovery system to […]

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06 Jun

5 Advantages to using a scaffold tower over a ladder

Scaffolding towers have several advantages of ladders for a whole range of jobs that need completing around the house or in the garden. This blog aims to provide a handy group of reasons why a BPS Access Solutions scaffold tower may be more capable and effective than a ladder and provide more safety and a more practical approach to working at height.
Safety
Scaffolding towers are considerably safer than ladders as they have a wider surface area and are supported on four […]

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31 May

The Ultimate Checklist for Maintaining a Safe and Healthy Home

Owning a home comes with a big responsibility.

That’s why to navigate everything smoothly, and it’s essential that you seek out expert advice. It is also advisable to at least have a maintenance checklist.

Having a regular home maintenance schedule is essential for your house’s upkeep and well-being.

According to Maid Sailors Home Cleaning, “Constantly checking your house’s exterior, appliances, plumbing, security, heating, cooling, and electrical systems will help keep your place in good condition. You’re also sure that it’s looking at […]

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