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Rav's Roof Repair Advice

Yo! I'm Rav. I live in Alice Springs with my two dogs. I live on an old farm which has seen better days. I do my best to keep the place in shape but it isn't always easy. One of the things that caused me the biggest problem has been the roof. We don't get much rain here in central Australia so I don't have to worry about leaks. However, holes in my roof provide the perfect way for pests to enter my home. I called in a roofer and he quickly sorted out the problem and gave me some fantastic tips.

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Understanding the risk of asbestos content in hospitals

Posted on September 28, 2018

Many hospitals in Australia are known for providing quality and innovative healthcare. However, since most of them were built before the 1980s, the risk of asbestos content remains significant. In the past, asbestos was one of the most popular building materials. It was used as a fire retardant, insulator, binding material, etc. Since the health risks of asbestos were discovered, dealing with this material in hospitals has been the ultimate challenge. [Read More]

Subtle Signs of Roof Damage that You Should Look Out For

Posted on May 30, 2018

You may be a diligent homeowner who regularly inspects their roof to ensure that it is in excellent condition. However, if you are like most people, you probably look out for the apparent signs of damage such as chipping paint on the exterior wall, sagging gutters and water stains on the ceiling. What you may not know is that there are subtle signs that are not common to the untrained eye. [Read More]

How to Prepare for a New Gutter Installation in Your Home

Posted on May 29, 2018

Replacing old gutters on your roof is one of the best decisions that you can make for your home. Old and worn gutters leak water which can cause the paint on your exterior walls to chip. Additionally, the leakage can also cause problems with your foundation. So replacing them does more than improve the aesthetics of your home—it preserves the structural integrity of your home's foundation as well. As you plan for the installation of your new gutters, take the following steps so that you can get the best value from the new gutters. [Read More]

School buildings that can benefit from roof trusses

Posted on May 25, 2018

Many people are aware of roof trusses. They see them in cathedrals, museums, and public buildings. While they stand out primarily for their aesthetic appeal, trusses are also useful for providing support to various structures. And recently, they have played an important role in adding energy efficiency to homes and buildings. Some of these buildings benefiting from trussing are school buildings. Certainly, school structures can benefit significantly from proper trussing. It is important to use trusses to reinforce school buildings and to reduce the energy costs incurred. [Read More]