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Box Cribs & Modern Alternatives for Safety & Efficiency

Gary Koche

Learn about the benefits of using a box crib in construction projects, the materials needed, and how to construct one for increased safety and support. Find out about alternative methods too.

Stabilizing in Construction: Soils, Structures, & ENviros

Gary Koche

Learn the essentials of structure stabilization and soil stabilization in civil engineering. Explore methods, importance, and cost considerations in construction projects.

The Benefits of Leveling: A Blueprint for Stability

Gary Koche

Discover the cost, tools, benefits, and DIY vs. professional approach to site leveling. Uncover the process and expertise needed for effective land leveling.

Construction Basics: The Importance of Base Layers

Amy Hendrickson

Explore the significance of base and sub-base in construction, suitable materials, determining thickness, impacts of poor layers, and common problems faced.

High-Pressure Water Blasting: A Guide in Construction

Amy Hendrickson

Learn safety precautions, uses in construction, commercial applications, efficiency for surface prep, and costs of high-pressure water blasting services.

Flatwork Concrete: Your Critical Guide for Construction

Amy Hendrickson

Discover the basics of flatwork concrete, including installation steps and costs per square foot. Learn how to avoid common project pitfalls.

Flexural Strength: Key Guide for Construction Folks

Amy Hendrickson

Learn the definition of flexural strength in construction & what factors determine it. Discover how flexural strength is tested & why it's crucial in construction. Find out ways to boost a structure's flexural strength.

Feather Edge in Construction: A Very Simple Guide

Amy Hendrickson

Discover the ins and outs of feather edging in construction, including its implementation in plastering, material options, and key steps for building a feather edge fence.

Improper Material Segregation – How To avoid It?

Amy Hendrickson

Understanding the impact of segregation in construction projects, its causes, prevention methods, and potential costs for project managers.

Internal Curing in Construction – What The Heck Is It?

Amy Hendrickson

Discover the importance and process of Internal Curing in concrete construction. Learn about its differences from traditional methods, costs, benefits, and application challenges.