Is Asbestos Dangerous to Dogs?

Posted on: 7 August 2019

Although the use of asbestos was banned in Australia in 2003, it continues to claim the lives of Australians to this day. Sadly, asbestos causes the deaths of 13 Australians every week. But did you know that dogs are also at risk from asbestos exposure? Asbestos-Related Cancer Develops in Dogs Too When a human breathes in microscopic asbestos fibres, those fibres could lodge inside their lungs. Although at first there are no symptoms, there is a chance of that person developing asbestos-related lung cancer, or mesothelioma.
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Important Things to Note About House Restumping

Posted on: 6 May 2019

When renovating a home, the first consideration you need to make is to determine if house restumping is necessary. The foundation of your home is crucial because, without it, you will be wasting your time in doing any work for your home. This is why you need to start working from the bottom and continue from there. Before you choose a restumping company, there are a couple of important things you should consider to avoid making a mistake with your choice.
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Can You Fix a Roller Shutter Door That Won't Fully Open Yourself?

Posted on: 19 June 2018

Putting a roller shutter on your shop's door gives you an added level of security when the store is closed. When you open up each day, you can simply roll up the shutter and get ready for business as usual. However, while roller shutters are generally easy to use and reliable, things can go wrong, leaving you and your customers stuck outside. For example, you may get to work one day and find that the shutter won't open up all the way or that it'll move up on one side but not the other.
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3 Home Design Issues That May Explain Frequent Foundation Damage

Posted on: 20 September 2017

Some homes may sustain periodic foundation problems that keep recurring despite frequent repairs being undertaken. Such homes may have been designed in a way that makes them prone to foundation damage. This article discusses some of the design elements that may explain why your home may be susceptible to foundation damage. Use this information to discuss the best foundation repair method with your chosen contractor. Deep Foundations Many homeowners prefer to construct homes with deep foundations so that the basements can have high ceilings.
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