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Browning Group will be replacing this poorly-constructed wall soon. What do you think the ultimate demise of this wall was? If you guessed “drainage,” you are correct! Part of our rebuild process will include the complete excavation of soil behind wall up-to 4 feet from the wall. Opening this up, we will be able to install proper drainage, install permeable fabric to keep soil separated from stone, and utilize geo-grid to stabilize and integrate the retaining wall into the soil behind it. If you have a wall failure on your commercial or residential property, Browning Group can assess the problem and find you a suitable solution. 937-902-0305

Asphalt and mortar sales drop to 10-year low https://lnkd.in/d2AE9EUE New figures from the Mineral Products Association (MPA) highlight the plight of a depressed British construction industry. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

#Conlifornia bearing ration The California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test is a standardized penetration test that measures the strength of soil and other materials used in road construction. It's used to determine the thickness of materials needed for road construction projects. https://lnkd.in/erPyUEqF

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Why Sharp Sand Filling is Crucial Before Piling and Construction? Before starting a construction project, filling the land with sharp sand is a key step in ensuring a strong, stable foundation. Here’s why sharp sand is essential: 1. Improved Drainage Sharp sand allows water to flow through quickly, preventing waterlogging and reducing the risk of foundation issues caused by excess moisture. 2. Enhanced Stability The sand helps stabilize the soil, reducing the likelihood of erosion and providing a solid base for piling and foundation work. 3. Increased Load-Bearing Capacity Sharp sand compacts well, increasing the ground’s ability to support the weight of the structure, minimizing the risk of settlement or shifting over time. 4. Supports Piling Process By creating a level and stable surface, sharp sand ensures piles are driven evenly, enhancing the effectiveness of the piling process. 5. Cost-Effective and Readily Available Sharp sand is affordable, widely available, and easy to transport, making it a practical and cost-efficient choice for site preparation. In summary, sharp sand is vital for improving drainage, stability, and load-bearing capacity, all of which contribute to a safer and more durable construction project. #SharpSand #SitePreparation #ConstructionTips #FoundationWork #ConstructionMaterials #BuildingFoundation #SoilStabilization #DrainageSolutions #Piling #BuildingStrong #ConstructionLife #FoundationBuilding #ConstructionSafety #36yearsStrong #BuildingSuccessSince1988 #BuildYourDreamWithUs

MASS TIMBER FUTURES? Having put to bed some silly allegations about a 'massive spread' between wood frame and concrete construction, let's chat about Mass Timber! One of the biggest impediments to it's wider application is cost, supply and trades uncertainty. Is it a 5% premium over concrete or a 10% premium? There's room here for our local QS industry to contribute. Perhaps a line in the Altus 2025 Cost Guide? Or an option in the Butterfield online construction cost calculator? @altusgroup https://lnkd.in/guDsnkCe

What special conditions does your area of operations require? Far away from the expansive clays of the western Rockies we build coastal homes that must be prepared for scour and high flood and receding waters. Break away walls and tie beams are the rule! Many times enlisting the help of Frangible concrete methods! Amazing how much is the same in construction from one region to another yet even more amazing how different our Structures are. What special conditions do you face in your regions?

Residential inspection services give a realistic and accurate assessment of a home or building's foundation. In fact, the certified findings include a list of any and all problems and how to address them. This can include, cracks in the foundation, weak soil, weak concrete, and more.

Apart from the relavent technical points which Ian Jonew has made, there is an event more crucial aspect, which is market acceptance. Notwithstanding all of the technical arguments as to the safety of wood, the fundamental fear of humans to fire will be a major impediment to sales or rentals. Using discounts would be counter productive as the proforma would soon become uneconomic. Remember the developers and project lenders are risk averse and they would have to be very brave to use wood rather than concrete.