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Style Meets Safety with Fire Rated Glass Fences

BD+C

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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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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Are mass-timber buildings a fire safety risk?

Deezen

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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Easy Guide to Choosing a Spray Foam Insulation Contractor

The Architecture Designs

Insurance Some people might not consider this important, but it is very important. Never hire a professional who doesn’t have insurance. If you hire someone without insurance, you’ll be liable for damage and injury that might occur when they install the spray foam in your home. Do not hire a contractor without online reviews.

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Easy Guide to Choosing a Spray Foam Insulation Contractor

The Architecture Designs

Insurance Some people might not consider this important, but it is very important. Never hire a professional who doesn’t have insurance. If you hire someone without insurance, you’ll be liable for damage and injury that might occur when they install the spray foam in your home. Do not hire a contractor without online reviews.

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Ultimate Guide to Home Electrical Safety

Modern Architecture Concept

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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Injured In a Demolition Accident? You May Be Eligible for Compensation

DesignRulz

Almost all employers must carry workers’ compensation insurance in New York. Not carrying workers’ compensation insurance can result in hefty fines and possibly shutting the construction project down. Workers’ compensation follows a no-fault insurance system. If you’re wondering about the exceptions.