With property prices at an all-time high, land development projects for residential purposes have proven to be lucrative investments. So it is not surprising that if you are looking to put your money into a venture that is bound to reap benefits for you in the long term, you could have already acquired a block of land and are now in the process of hiring a construction contractor to start the building process.

Trusses are critical structural components of a roof system, which support the weight of the roofing materials. Therefore, the importance of the proper installation of roof trusses cannot be overstated. Poor configuration can cause a roof to be overwhelmed by various forces, such as wind and lateral strain, causing the structure to crumble. This article highlights essential aspects to bear in mind when working with timber roof trusses. Avoid Unnecessary Modifications  

When designing commercial buildings, the needs of would-be clients supersede the interests of the designer and developer. Read this extract to understand the various factors that influence commercial building design. Space People no longer want to be confined in small spaces. As such, most clients are willing to pay top-dollar for spacious offices and retail space. Reduce the number of walls inside the building to give clients the freedom to customise their spaces.

A knockdown rebuild is a popular type of construction across Australia and often occurs when the value of the land itself is much more than the structures built on top of it. In these cases, simply knocking down the house or business and then building a new, upgraded variant often makes the most sense financially. However, to do this you need specialist contractors and construction managers who are capable of not just creating something new but demolishing the old structure as well.

A key is a precious item that gives the holder access to your home, car or property. This is why many people assume that they should have as few copies of their keys as possible for security purposes. However, it's important to have a set of spare or duplicate keys in your house. Here are five important reasons to always have a spare key in your home.  Spare Keys Save Money and Time

Proper planning for excavation is crucial when planning to build a residential structure. In general, your excavation efforts will determine the stability, durability and quality of the house foundation. Therefore, if your digging is poorly executed, the base of the building will be unreliable. This could lead to foundational problems such as cracking, movement and fast settling in the future. In addition, poor planning for the work could result in decreased personal safety.

The very notion of home extensions is rather broad. A grandiose, big-budget extension can significantly alter the look of your home while adding a great deal of floor space. But you might have a few limitations when it comes to your own home extension plans, and this can be both the amount of space you have to work with, and your budget. A home extension doesn't have to be on a large scale, and sometimes it's the smaller transformations that can make a big difference.

What do homebuyers want? Homebuilders grapple with this question all the time. Ideally, emerging trends -- such as smart homes and composite materials homes -- are considered the main driving force behind a property market. However, the ever-changing tastes and preferences of customers make it difficult for homebuilders to sit pretty. Therefore, you cannot afford to sit on your laurels, hoping that trendy home features are enough to meet homebuyers' needs.

Everyone wants to know how they can get the most out of their property when looking to sell. Whether it is doing up their house really nicely, adding in some new features like a pool or even totally remodelling, there are many ways you can add value to your property. However, there are also ways to add value to your property with much less work. These are especially useful for properties on the larger side, which can make a whole lot of money through a process called subdivision.

Property owners can be stubborn; therefore, if you are nearing the end of your lease and are looking forward to moving, then you need to impress them. The only way to achieve this is to conduct end-of-lease cleaning. It involves a thorough cleaning of the property from the kitchen to the lawn and everything in between. The effort allows the property manager to offer the place to another tenant. Unfortunately, most tenants make simple mistakes during the end-of-lease cleaning, which can affect the agreement with their property manager.