Tag: avoid
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The 8 driveway mistakes to avoid at all costs
Your driveway plays a huge role in the overall kerb appeal of your home and, as such, you want to steer clear making any common driveway mistakes if you want it to help create a good first impression. At the same time as having the potential to enhance the appearance of your house, your driveway…
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Three track workers take evasive action in tunnel to avoid train
An investigation has been launched after three track workers were involved in a near miss of a train travelling at around 30mph (48km/h) in Bookham Tunnel, Surrey. The incident happened at around 11:44 on 29 April 2025, when the track workers were walking back to Bookham station through the tunnel after completing work on the…
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Patio mistakes – 10 of the most common errors to avoid
If you’re planning a new patio or thinking about refreshing an existing one you’ll want to have a clear idea of the patio mistakes to avoid. One of the biggest patio mistakes is not having a coordinated look that flows from indoors out to your garden. It’s so important your design fits with the look…
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Avoid these 4 utility room mistakes say the experts
Adding, renovating or reconfiguring your ground floor layout to include a utility room can be a valuable asset to your home, but what are the utility room mistakes to avoid if it will be part of your home build or renovation plans? After all, it’s often the case that your utility room design needs to…
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How Controlled Insurance Programs Help Large Construction Projects Avoid Failure
Large scale or “mega” construction projects routinely fail – and sometimes even small and mid-sized projects – costing project owners and governments billions of dollars and sometimes completing years after the expected completion date. In Toronto, the Eglinton Crosstown LRT is a particularly well known example, running at least five years behind schedule and costing millions more than initially…
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Top 5 Commercial Plumbing Problems and How to Avoid Them
As a business owner, plumbing problems are the last thing you want to deal with. They’re disruptive, often expensive, and can damage your reputation if they affect customers or staff. Whether you run a restaurant, manage an office building, or operate a retail store, keeping your plumbing in top shape is essential to daily operations.…
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Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Shipping from China
Many businesses rush into partnerships with Chinese suppliers without fully understanding the shipping process, documentation requirements, and common logistical challenges. What seems like a minor oversight during the planning phase can quickly escalate into expensive problems once your goods are in transit. Whether you’re a seasoned importer or new to sourcing from China, avoiding these…
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Hidden Costs of Home Remodeling and How to Avoid Them
Dreaming about a home remodel is the fun part — picturing the perfect kitchen where your family gathers, a bathroom that feels like a spa retreat, or a cozy living space that finally reflects your style. It’s a chance to reimagine your home and bring comfort, beauty, and function into your everyday life. But amid…
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8 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Masonry Contractor
Whether you are building or renovating a residential or a commercial property, or you perhaps need to have some landscaping work done, such as having a stone pathway or a patio paved in your yard, one thing is absolutely for sure. This is not something you will be able to do alone. Instead, you will…
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Why to avoid using mothballs to prevent pigeons on your roof
If you’ve noticed a constant cooing coming from above your ceiling, there’s a good chance pigeons have taken up residence on your roof. While they might seem harmless at first, these uninvited guests can quickly become a problem – damaging roofing materials, spreading disease through their droppings, and causing a racket, especially during breeding season.…