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Do you know what condition your floors are in underneath your carpet or hardwood? 🤔 This is one thing people don't know or realize could be something that adds cost to a flooring renovation. The truth is - no one can trully tell what the condition of the subflooring is in until your existing floors are taken up. The concrete may need grinding, and bags of self leveler may be needed. 🛠️ At Floor Coverings International, we use a laser tool to help us visually identify potential level issues before taking up the flooring. But when the existing floor is carpet, it is way more difficult to tell, because the carpet pad and carpet itself conceal a lot of imperfections. This is something you should be aware of no matter who you use as your flooring specialist. 💠 👉 Have you had any nightmares when it comes to floor leveling - please let us know in the comments below. 👇 #flooringexpert #carpetright #floorcoveringinstaller

This photo shows a 2-tiered deck and how the top deck and lower deck meet each other. The builder of this deck was likely crossing his fingers and playing a game of "I hope there's never windy weather or an earthquake". There were only a few nails and bolts securing the framing of the top and lower decks together. A deck of this design should have been properly engineered and not simply one deck placed on top of the other. Jumping up and down on the upper deck caused it to rack side-to-side confirming poor design and inadequate connections to other framing members and to the earth. As you can see, the meeting points of the lateral beams below the upper deck were simply sitting (balancing, if you will) on 4x4 posts as well which is another bad idea. A really windy day could have caused each deck to fail. Ideally, the only real fix is a complete tear down and then proper engineering and rebuild with 6x6 posts, proper fasteners and brackets, etc. The home buyer of this home almost waived his inspection but, lucky for him and his family, decided to have it done. #decks #diydeck #badengineering #baddeckdesign #poordeck #unsafedeck #deckdesign #homebuyer #homemaintenance #homeowner #realestate #lancasterpa #homeinspection #safetyhazard #injuryhazard

Your next construction site probably won't be on a frozen lake or pond, but it will likely feature plenty of sensitive flooring. Computer tiling, vinyl, wood, or even carpet can become damaged by scissor lifts with high floor load pressures. Any damage done by this equipment creates rework, putting the project behind schedule. Hy-Brid Lifts feature the lightest floor load pressures in the industry, and can navigate over sensitive flooring without damage. Lighter is better, and Hy-Brid Lifts are the best of the best. #floorload #scissorlifts #construction #lightweight #floorload #rentalequipment #equipmentrental #winter #constructionequipment

Look for signs of foundation issues 1. Visible exterior cracks 2. Cracks/uneven driveway or sidewalk 3. Drainage not pointed away from the house 4. Unlevel facia boards 5. Yard slopes toward house 6. Large trees with roots close to foundation 7.Cracks in walls 8. Floors visibly not level 9. Window not square 10. Gaps on top of interior doors when closed 11. Doors jam/will not latch

Essential tips for a successful flooring installation: -Subfloor Preparation: This will ensure a solid base for the new floor and help prevent future issues. -Material Acclimatization: Allow the flooring material to acclimate to the room environment for at least 48 hours before installation to avoid contraction or expansion problems. -Installation Pattern: Plan the installation pattern in advance. -Finishing and Cleaning: Once the floor is installed, complete final touches such as installing moldings and thoroughly cleaning the area to enjoy a clean and professional final result. #construction #tips #miami #generalcontractor #floor

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When conducting a snag list for any facility, it is crucial to include the inspection of building envelope as a part in your checklist. In this context, understanding the significance of the term "building envelope" is essential. So, what exactly does "building envelope" refer to? 👉 "Building envelope" is a common term for the system that keeps the weather and noise out and the heat and cooling in. It generally includes elements such as facades, curtain walls, exterior walls, windows, skylights and roofs.  #facilitiesmanagement #buildingenvelope

This video highlights the damage caused by water ingress when both the design and construction of a building do not meet acceptable standards. The three contributing factors identified with the builder’s assessment were: Poor design: the inclusion of such window system in the shower area is generally considered poor design practice. Inadequate window sealing: the current window type (opening) cannot be effectively sealed, necessitating replacement with Fixed glazing system. Non-Compliant waterproofing & tile application: there are non-compliant practices in the application of waterproofing and tiles to the window reveal. This is an unnecessary expense and inconvenience to the apartment owner. In multi-storey developments, this type of leak can cause issues for the whole building, particularly to the wall framing structure and to the apartments below who often have water damage. All the timber studs in this case were rotten due to the long exposure to water draining down the wall cavity. For this reason, we recommend scheduled inspections of apartment buildings and the use of professional contractors to remedy these faults in a timely and professional manner. #buildinginspection #waterdamage #buildingremediation

Flooring work Flooring is the general term for a permanent covering of a floor, or for the work of installing such a floor covering. Floor covering is a term to generically describe any finish material applied over a floor structure to provide a walking surface. #civilengineering #practicalknowledge #hard60daychallenge #technicalSkill #CivilGuruji

Construction Tip: How to Effectively Level a Floor A level floor is essential for any construction or remodeling project. Here's a tip to help you level a floor effectively: The "Four Corners" Method: 1. Place four reference points at the corners of the floor, using nails or screws. 2. Connect the reference points with strings or cables, forming a square. 3. Measure the distance between the strings at the center of the square. If the distance is equal in all directions, the floor is level. 4. If the floor is not level, adjust the reference points and re-measure until you achieve perfect leveling. 5. Once leveled, you can start installing the final flooring, whether it's wood, ceramic, or any other material. This method is quick, easy, and effective for ensuring a level and secure floor. # #constructiontips #constructiontipsC #constructiontips101 #constructiontipstamil #constructiontipshacks #constructiontipsntricks #constructiontipsintelugu #constructiontipsandtricks #constructiontipsfromthepros #constructiontipswithlakshminarayan #FloorLeveling #PerfectConstruction"