Light gauge steel construction has become an increasingly popular choice for builders and developers. Its speed, precision, and durability make it ideal for a whole range of projects. But while the steel frame itself has a lot to recommend it, it still needs the right foundations to give it strength. And that’s where helical screw […]
Timber frame homes appeal to people for so many reasons. They’re not just beautiful but also sustainable, fast to build, and offer a huge amount of flexibility when it comes to design. But foundations are often a puzzle, especially to those who want to continue along the sustainability path. Concrete is simply terrible for the […]
Screw piles are already known as a versatile and efficient deep foundation solution for contemporary civil engineering. They’re easy to install, have minimal environmental impact, while providing highly reliable load-bearing capabilities. All of which makes them an attractive alternative to traditional foundation solutions. So, as a civil engineer, what do you need to know about […]
Building responsibly is now essential. It’s required by consumers as well as regulators. And when you’re building in places that are naturally beautiful, the impetus becomes even greater. Whether it’s a woodland holiday cabin, a visitor centre, a countryside retreat, or eco-conscious homes, it stops being merely a question of compliance and becomes a matter […]
Trees are great. But building near them can be uniquely challenging. Whether you’re working in a Root Protection Area (RPA), somewhere that has a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) in place, or simply on a project for a client who values all that trees can bring to a site, there are multiple problems to be overcome. […]