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Build a House in a Week for Hurricane Evacuees

The "Hammerin' Irish" -- 50 alumni from the University of Notre Dame -- are joining forces in Shreveport, La., to build a house in less than a week for a hurricane evacuee family. Part of the "Build...

20 Jun 2006

Flawed Lumber Pact Would Harm Canadian Companies and Workers

U.S. home builders told Canadian lawmakers today that a proposed managed trade softwood lumber agreement would distort the marketplace, harm Canadian companies and workers, and force American consumers to explore the use...

20 Jun 2006

Low-Cost Hurricane Resistant Housing from Global Portable Building

As 2006 hurricane season kicks into gear, Global Portable Buildings, Inc. (GPB) of Santa Rosa, California is poised with the capacity to produce thousands of low-cost, transportable, hurricane-resistant housing units for...

20 Jun 2006

UK Government Action to Transform Home Buying and Selling

Government is taking action to transform home buying and selling in England and Wales and boost consumer rights and benefits, Ministers announced today. On the day the Government unveiled the detailed contents of Hom...

16 Jun 2006

WCA Awarded Contract for the Demolition and Excavation Project Near US Capitol

Wrecking Corporation of America (WCA), which has helped pave the way for the future of the DC area through numerous high-profile demolition projects, has been awarded a contract for the demolition of a 6-level garage, bu...

16 Jun 2006

Job-Site Installation Offers Total Customization

Your home is a reflection of your own unique style and personality, but customizing your home goes beyond the color you paint the walls and the furniture you buy. Your floors are a big part of your home decor as well, an...

16 Jun 2006

New Website Launched for Stained Concrete for Industrial and Residential Needs

Unique Crete launched its new website www.UniqueCrete.com for potential customers can view online the outstanding and creative work they do in decorative concrete. Unique Crete specialize in architectural concrete staini...

16 Jun 2006

Concrete Network's Online Water Feature Photo Gallery

The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information, offers an online concrete water features photo gallery featuring design ideas for creating artificial rocks and boulders from conc...

16 Jun 2006

California Residents Encouraged to Prevent Fire Destruction

Fire season is here and California residents are encouraged to take preventive measures against the cyclical threat of fire destruction. Cutting back brush and limiting outdoor fires are critical, yet does not ensure tha...

16 Jun 2006

Polyurethane Moulding and Millwork Offered by Timeless Architectural Reproductions Inc

Timeless Architectural Reproductions, Inc., the premier manufacturer and resource for high-quality handcrafted and finished architectural items, announced that it is adding polyurethane moulding and millwork from two lea...

15 Jun 2006

Optimised Thermal Insulation Glazing to Save Energy

The number one topic: Reducing energy consumption / Thermal insulation glazing “iplus E” saves even more energy / Multifunctional glazing also provides safety and quietness These days, house builders and owners are f...

15 Jun 2006

L.B. Foster Help form a Rejuvenated Bridge Grid Flooring Manufacturers Association

Pittsburgh-based L.B. Foster Company (Nasdaq: FSTR) announced that it will help form a rejuvenated Bridge Grid Flooring Manufacturers Association ("BGFMA"), along with Interlocking Deck Systems International, ...

15 Jun 2006

BASF's New Service Package for the Construction Industry

Plastics are maintenance-free, they are durable and afford freedom of design – these are the reasons why they are replacing traditional construction materials such as stone, wood, clay or metal. And whenever materi...

14 Jun 2006

UK Government Announce Energy Ratings for Homes

Energy ratings similar to consumer-friendly fridge ratings will have to be produced for every home bought and sold in England and Wales from next June, the Government announced today. Housing Minister Yvette Cooper t...

14 Jun 2006

Safety Events Targeted at those Working in the Building and Construction Industry

The HSE and Lichfield District Council is hosting two safety events in Lichfield targeted at those working in the building and construction trades on Monday 19 June and Tuesday 27 June. Walter Tipper Builders Merchan...

14 Jun 2006