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Dealing with Plumbing Issues

Posted in: Plumbing
Plumbing problems are some of the most common issues in almost every household making it necessary to ensure that everything is done correctly during the plumbing setup. However, if occurrences of problems are not prevented despite all efforts, then hiring a professional plumber should be a primary concern.

Winter: A Great Time to Inspect Your Home's Foundation

Posted in: Tech Notes
Winter is an ideal time for homeowners to do an annual maintenance check on their home's foundation. The following checklist will help them assess the structural stability of their homes.

One Hour Fire Rated Wall Systems by Panel Built

Posted in: Architecture & Design
Many government and industry standards specify that wall systems be rated "one hour fire resistant."

Modular Office on Mezzanine Serves Unique Purpose

Posted in: Architecture & Design
Around the clock inspectors at the mill needed a safe and comfortable environment to check steel sheeting for imperfections, with minimal disruption to the line. Panel Built designed a unique solution that maintained production flow while allowing every inch of the steel to be examined.

Powdercoating Makes Ordinary Mezzanines Extraordinary

Posted in: Architecture & Design
Function is typically the primary consideration in the design of an industrial mezzanine. That's what makes this pair of free-standing mezzanine structures in Waikoloa, Hawaii, so special. Manufactured by Panel Buit, Inc. and constructed for the West Hawaii Sewer Company in the summer 2009, these two units are both functional and attractive.

Roofing and Roof Repairs

Posted in: Tech Notes
Roof repair on a residence or commercial property is critical when it comes to safety.

The Impact of Hurricane Impact Windows - part 1 of 2

Posted in: House Building
1992 was the year that changed everything. That was the year Hurricane Andrew blew through South Florida and wreaked havoc to the tune of $25 billion. Building officials blamed much of the destruction on wind pressure leaking in through broken windows and doors, causing roofs to blow off and walls to collapse.

House Plan Review

Posted in: House Building
A good set of house plan blueprints can prove to be invaluable during the process of building a house. A set of blueprints will have an affect on the planning, cost estimate, structure, and the actual overall outcome of the construction of the house. You will normally get what you pay for in a set of house blueprints.


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