The Friendly Contractor’s Blog

Posted on: 9 June 2022

If you own commercial property, the foundation is one of the most important parts since it holds everything up. If you start seeing the following red flags in this part of your building, be sure to follow up with an inspection by a foundation repair contractor.  Floor Cracks If you start to notice floor cracks happening around the inside of your building, then that's usually because of a foundation issue. The soil underneath may be shifting and thus causing the foundation to move.
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Posted on: 26 May 2022

Did you know that a wood deck needs maintenance? Wood can rot, bow, and warp when moisture gets inside, but you can stop these things from occurring. You'll protect your wood deck with the proper maintenance, extending its life. How do you do this, you might wonder? One option is through deck coating. Deck coating is the process of sealing the wood, and here are the reasons you should seal yours.
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Posted on: 16 May 2022

If you're ready to change the flooring in your home, and you've decided to approach it as a do-it-yourself project, it's time to rethink that decision. This is especially important where the installation is concerned. Installing a new floor might seem like a simple project, but that's not necessarily the case, especially if you want to get the job done right. If you've never installed a floor before, there are a lot of things that can go wrong.
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Posted on: 25 April 2022

When you work in construction, your income is reliant on the costs of supplies and equipment, along with your overhead and other costs. You want to stay competitive in your field, but larger projects require larger investments from your clients, and you want to make your bids as pleasing as possible while still coming out with a profit. What do you do then? You make sure you have the right connections with your distributors, from your window glass to your steel.
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