House demolition
A lot of people these days are opting to buy blocks with existing (perhaps fairly run-down) houses on them, and then to demolish them...
Stump removal and grubbing
If stumps, roots or other organic materials are left in the soil, they'll eventually disintegrate in the soil, possibly causing it to settle and...
What is land surveying?
Land surveying is a critical first step in almost every building or renovation project. It involves measuring and mapping land to determine boundaries, topography, structures and other physical features of a site. Whether you're building a new home, extending an existing one or subdividing land, a licensed surveyor provides the information you and your builder need to plan, design and build with accuracy.
Chemical termite barriers
One option in dealing with termites is to create a chemical termite barrier using termiticides before the concrete slab foundation is installed. Whether you...
Soil testing and geotechnical reports
Geotechnical engineering reports are required to determine how reactive the soil on a construction site is (i.e. how much it will move). This is...
Temporary fencing or hoarding
Temporary fencing is normally erected around construction sites, both for security and safety reasons. Learn more about why fencing is necessary, what sort of...
Planning permits and consulting neighbours
Depending on your plans, you may need to consult neighbours before council approvals are granted for you to build your home. This will largely...
Sediment controls and erosion controls
Most construction sites are cleared before work starts. For this reason, erosion can be a big problem and sediment running off construction sites can...
Construction waste management and disposal
Managing, disposing of or recycling construction waste is a concern on any construction site - and is set to become much more important as...
Storage for tools and materials
One of the biggest problems on construction sites is that expensive tools and materials often get stolen. Learn more about how expensive equipment is...