As we become more aware of the importance of being eco-friendly in all aspects of our lives and want to reduce our energy consumption there is a growing interest in using more traditional building materials in house construction. One of the most eco-friendly construction materials for a home is recycled…
Self-build timber framed homes made possible
Timber frame houses are becoming an increasingly common sight among self-builders in the UK, and it is easy to see why they are becoming so popular. They are not only a quicker method of construction but the flexibility of timber framed construction to be either traditional or contemporary makes it…
Will construction vehicles become electric?
Electric vehicles are the future. Many manufactures have pledged to only make electric vehicles and do away with petrol and diesel within the next ten years. This move is to help towards the environment and to ensure that cars become more sustainable. Construction vehicles are often diesel and therefore produce…
Cranes used in the construction industry
Cranes are probably the most commonly used plant when lifting heavy weights on a construction site. There are many different types of crane the one that we are all used to seeing on the skyline are the huge tower cranes that are used in the construction of tower blocks and…
Training to work in the construction industry
In these tough times of high unemployment some young job seekers are turning their attention to the construction industry and thinking of undertaking an apprenticeship. The construction sector has been one of the areas least affected by restrictions as the need for new houses is still present and most of…