If you live in a house that was built before 1980, the chances of your home having asbestos are high. This is because many of the construction materials that were used to build homes prior to 1980 contained asbestos, owing to its fire-resistant and insulating properties. It was mostly used in wall and ceiling plasters, tiles of the floor and ceiling, wallboards, certain vinyl floor backings, floor mastics and so on.
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Commercial buildings in the UK range from factories and warehouses to shops and restaurants, and even though they fall under different sectors, they all have one thing in common – the need to be properly insulated. For any business owner, managing the overhead expenses associated with owning a commercial building like, paying utilities is a major capital outlay. If the energy bills rise through the roof, it would demand a huge slice of the company finances. Besides energy bills, business owners are also concerned about the structural integrity of their commercial property. This is why Ecotite recommends spray foam insulation for commercial buildings.
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The biggest obstacles that homeowners face when searching for a contractor to replace or fix their roof is finding the right one for the job. After all, your roof is the highest part of your house and it protects everything that is beneath it. The roof plays a key role in keeping the natural elements out and making sure that you and the other residents live comfortably.
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Insulation is a topic that bores homebuyers more than any other construction topic. But, building professionals know better. The cooling and heating requirements of your home account for approximately half of the energy that you use. If you were not already aware, the right insulation can help make your house more comfortable and also save you money.
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