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Style Meets Safety with Fire Rated Glass Fences

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Style Meets Safety with Fire Rated Glass Fences 1 kcichowicz Thu, 09/21/2023 - 12:53 SAFTI FIRST For homes and developments built near or in wildland-urban interface (WUI) areas and designated fire zones, fire rated glass fences introduce a remarkable innovation that seamlessly combines safety and aesthetics.

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Are mass-timber buildings a fire safety risk?

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Architects enthusiastic about mass timber must improve their understanding of fire safety or risk disaster, experts tell Dezeen as part of the Timber Revolution series. No consensus has been reached across different building code jurisdictions about the safety limitations of building with wood, and the rules vary wildly between countries.

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Making the Most of Strata Building Insurance: Strategies for Secure and Peaceful Living

The Architecture Designs

Having strata building insurance is essential for secure and peaceful living, but did you know there are ways to maximize the coverage and benefits you receive? Understanding the various strategies available can help you make the most of your strata building insurance and ensure you have the protection and peace of mind you need.

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Ultimate Guide to Home Electrical Safety

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Make sure you stay safe at home with these simple electrical safety tips! Over time we’ve added safety features to appliances and outlets and adopted electrical wiring standards that keep us safe. The Real Deal on Electrical Safety in Your Home. Electrical Safety Tips. But it’s also a safety measure.

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Do Small Firm Architects Need Professional Liability Insurance?

EntreArchitect

Professional Liability Insurance for Architects. As licensed professionals we are legally responsible for the health, safety and welfare of the people using the structures we design. We must be diligent and we must limit our exposure to action with a comprehensive professional liability insurance policy.

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Revitalize Your Space: A Comprehensive Guide to Planning Your Home Renovation

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In this comprehensive guide, we’ll navigate through the essential steps of home renovation, culminating in a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of financial safeguarding through understanding your home insurance policy, including the nuances of subrogation claims. Look for licensed, insured, and highly recommended professionals.

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How to properly assess structural wind damage

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The assessment of wind damage is important for both property owners and insurers because it helps to identify the extent of damage, necessary repairs, potential safety hazards, and facilitates progress toward eventual remediation. For example, the TWIA has specific requirements for the design and installation of replacement roofs.