Tag: avoid
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12 flooring mistakes to avoid in a self-build or renovation
Regardless of the type of flooring you chose to cover the ground in your home, you’ll be keen to avoid costly and time consuming flooring mistakes. Not only can they result in you going over-budget, but can also add time and stress to your build or renovations. But, with such a wide variety of flooring…
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Trust Litigation & Real Estate Holdings: Avoid Costly Disputes
Trust litigation involving commercial real estate can be tricky. Construction companies often place valuable properties in trusts, ensuring smoother management or protecting assets. When disagreements arise, ownership disputes, management challenges, or conflicts over liquidation can grind progress to a halt. Legal issues not only delay projects but also drain financial resources. These disputes can spiral…
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Worst places to install a heat pump – 6 areas to avoid
Knowing the worst places to install a heat pump is key if you want to make sure you find the best spot for it so it functions as efficiently as possible. Air source heat pumps tend not to be the most attractive of items to have stuck to the outside of your home, but it…
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3 DEI approaches employers must reconsider to avoid federal ire
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. On July 29, the Department of Justice (via the Office of the Attorney General) issued a lengthy memo to federal agencies providing “guidance” on what may constitute unlawful discrimination by recipients of federal financial assistance. While the…
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The HVAC mistakes to avoid to keep your home comfortable
Understanding the most common HVAC mistakes made by both installers as well as homeowners will mean that the money you spend isn’t wasted, allowing you to enjoy all of the many benefits that come with heating, ventilation and air conditioning – aka HVAC – systems. Errors range from those made during the selection process to…
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What makes a renovation look cheap? 5 things to avoid
When you’re renovating, it’s vital to achieve the best finish you can for your investment, whatever your budget. The median spend on a home renovation is hitting record levels right now, up by more than a quarter (26 per cent) to £21,440, in the year from 2023, when it was £17,000, according to Houzz, the…
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How to avoid drilling into wires: Our guide
Drilling into a concealed cable is always a nasty shock – and it’s seriously dangerous if the wire is live. Electrocution can result when a live cable is damaged and makes contact with the drill, forming a circuit through the user’s body. Another danger is fire risk resulting from damage to wiring. If you drill…
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Most Common Web Design Mistakes to Avoid
Web design pitfalls to be avoided are crucial for Selma businesses. Long load times and inadequate mobile responsiveness can repel users and impair performance. Expert web design services in Selma from Texas Web Design help ensure fast, user-friendly, and polished websites. Having a robust web presence is paramount in smaller cities. The following section identifies…
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Lawn Equipment Safety: 6 Common Risks and How to Avoid Them
If you’re doing construction renovations, you’re probably doing it to make the building look more attractive. But in order to do so, you also need to take care of the landscape – starting with the lawn. String trimmers and mowers make yard work faster and easier, but if they aren’t used properly, they can also…
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4 Common Forecasting Mistakes Construction Companies Should Avoid
Few industries are so sensitive to the whims of the economy as construction. Supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, inflation and regulation have left many businesses feeling as though they just can’t keep up. How can anyone make meaningful, actionable projections when every month brings a new and unforeseen change? The answer is that a good…