Aug
21
How to hire hardwood floor installer or floor contractor?
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Rafal Maleszyk asked:
How to hire hardwood floor installer or floor contractor?
Flooring installation like every trade in construction requires knowledge and experience. Most states say New York, California, Hawaii has a strict regulations, and contractor has to be licensed in order to conduct business as a wood floor installer and/or refinish hardwood floor. When you looking for a professional floor installer find the licensed one, make sure to check the status of his license. License can be active, suspended, can have fines. Make sure contractor is insured, most companies provide $1,000,000 liability insurance that covers damages that contractor has caused but remember this insurance doesn’t guarantee or covers bad work. All flooring contractors should be bonded, check the status of the bond as well. Find at least two floor contractors that are licensed and insured and call them up for an estimate, ask about experience and maybe before you invite them to your house check the web site.
You should visit local hardwood floor showrooms so you can get the idea what are the options. Remember you will have to choose from a lot of different kinds of products, you should educate yourself so you have a basic idea what is solid hardwood floors, what engineered floors, what is the difference between prefinished and unfinished floors, floating and nail down. You should make a research about eco-friendly floors as well, the most popular are bamboo and cork but there is a lot more. If you care about our planet sustainable hardwood floor may be a great floor for you. If you educate yourself before calling up flooring contractor you can ask more questions and easily will find out if he is experienced and knowledgeable.
You can find licensed contractors in the local yellow pages, local classifieds newspaper; in Hawaii and California there is a whole section under FLOOR. Notice how punctual is the floor contractor, if he shows up on time, most likely he will start the job on time and finish as planned. Ask him about the recent projects, and references so you can call his clients. You will find out quickly how flexible he is, knowledgeable and if you feel you can communicate with him well this might be the right person for installation of your hardwood floors. Remember you are changing floor for the next 10 or maybe 20 years so take your time and do not hesitate to ask a lot of questions. What options you have as far as the species, hardness, and durability. You might contact an architect who can advise you what will suit the best your home. Good hardwood floor contractor should be able to advise you what’s good for your house you. If you want to refinish hardwood floors or getting unfinished floor this will require sanding, ask if the contractor has the dustless system. Sanding and finishing floors is a long and complicated process, so make sure the contractor uses tools with dust collectors.Make sure you receive written estimate. It is very important to have it written even if the project seems simple and clear. Even if you are changing carpet to an oak floor in one bedroom and all contractors tells you this is very easy project. Make sure everything in the estimate is clear, it has the name of the business, date, license number and address.
This could be an example of simple but correct floor estimate:
OAK HARDWOOD FLOORS
17 King Street
Kailua, Hawaii 99999
808.888.8888
Lic#22222 November 16, 2011
CONTRACT
Oak hardwood floors will provide following services on the house at:
14 Main Street in Honolulu, HI
1. Provide and install hardwood floor.
3. Finish the job in a timely manner.
In consideration of the performance of these services, oak hardwood floor will charge you:
$2100
It will be paid in the installments .The first installment shall be $100 upon signing of
a contract next payment of $1000 when I deliver the wood. Remaining installments as the
project progress.
Contractor signature
Client signature
This is an hardwood floor estimate that contain everything important.
1. Name of the business and address.
2. License number (remember check the status)
3. What services will be provided.
4. How much will this cost and very important part, how will you pay for it.
5. Print it and have it ready to sign if you accept the terms.
You can always make changes and ask the floor contractor if he accepts the new conditions.
Ask about references and call the previous clients, make sure to ask about the skills of the workers, if they were on time if the contractor was on the job site if not if he was available on the phone. This is important to hire floor contractor that is on the job site most of the time or readily available on the phone.
Here is the short checklist of the important things before you hire hardwood floor contractor.
1.Check the license status of the color contractor.
2.Ask about insurance.
3.Call references.
4.Check the estimate very well both sign it.
ROYAL
How to hire hardwood floor installer or floor contractor?
Flooring installation like every trade in construction requires knowledge and experience. Most states say New York, California, Hawaii has a strict regulations, and contractor has to be licensed in order to conduct business as a wood floor installer and/or refinish hardwood floor. When you looking for a professional floor installer find the licensed one, make sure to check the status of his license. License can be active, suspended, can have fines. Make sure contractor is insured, most companies provide $1,000,000 liability insurance that covers damages that contractor has caused but remember this insurance doesn’t guarantee or covers bad work. All flooring contractors should be bonded, check the status of the bond as well. Find at least two floor contractors that are licensed and insured and call them up for an estimate, ask about experience and maybe before you invite them to your house check the web site.
You should visit local hardwood floor showrooms so you can get the idea what are the options. Remember you will have to choose from a lot of different kinds of products, you should educate yourself so you have a basic idea what is solid hardwood floors, what engineered floors, what is the difference between prefinished and unfinished floors, floating and nail down. You should make a research about eco-friendly floors as well, the most popular are bamboo and cork but there is a lot more. If you care about our planet sustainable hardwood floor may be a great floor for you. If you educate yourself before calling up flooring contractor you can ask more questions and easily will find out if he is experienced and knowledgeable.
You can find licensed contractors in the local yellow pages, local classifieds newspaper; in Hawaii and California there is a whole section under FLOOR. Notice how punctual is the floor contractor, if he shows up on time, most likely he will start the job on time and finish as planned. Ask him about the recent projects, and references so you can call his clients. You will find out quickly how flexible he is, knowledgeable and if you feel you can communicate with him well this might be the right person for installation of your hardwood floors. Remember you are changing floor for the next 10 or maybe 20 years so take your time and do not hesitate to ask a lot of questions. What options you have as far as the species, hardness, and durability. You might contact an architect who can advise you what will suit the best your home. Good hardwood floor contractor should be able to advise you what’s good for your house you. If you want to refinish hardwood floors or getting unfinished floor this will require sanding, ask if the contractor has the dustless system. Sanding and finishing floors is a long and complicated process, so make sure the contractor uses tools with dust collectors.Make sure you receive written estimate. It is very important to have it written even if the project seems simple and clear. Even if you are changing carpet to an oak floor in one bedroom and all contractors tells you this is very easy project. Make sure everything in the estimate is clear, it has the name of the business, date, license number and address.
This could be an example of simple but correct floor estimate:
OAK HARDWOOD FLOORS
17 King Street
Kailua, Hawaii 99999
808.888.8888
Lic#22222 November 16, 2011
CONTRACT
Oak hardwood floors will provide following services on the house at:
14 Main Street in Honolulu, HI
1. Provide and install hardwood floor.
________________________________________________________________________
3. Finish the job in a timely manner.
In consideration of the performance of these services, oak hardwood floor will charge you:
$2100
It will be paid in the installments .The first installment shall be $100 upon signing of
a contract next payment of $1000 when I deliver the wood. Remaining installments as the
project progress.
Contractor signature
Client signature
This is an hardwood floor estimate that contain everything important.
1. Name of the business and address.
2. License number (remember check the status)
3. What services will be provided.
4. How much will this cost and very important part, how will you pay for it.
5. Print it and have it ready to sign if you accept the terms.
You can always make changes and ask the floor contractor if he accepts the new conditions.
Ask about references and call the previous clients, make sure to ask about the skills of the workers, if they were on time if the contractor was on the job site if not if he was available on the phone. This is important to hire floor contractor that is on the job site most of the time or readily available on the phone.
Here is the short checklist of the important things before you hire hardwood floor contractor.
1.Check the license status of the color contractor.
2.Ask about insurance.
3.Call references.
4.Check the estimate very well both sign it.
ROYAL
May
30
Edwin Brown asked:
Hiring a plaster contractor may be the wisest choice when you decide to repair and renovate your old plaster walls and ceilings.
• when you don’t have the time to do it yourself
• when you want a plaster contractor to just come in and do it fast
But … be prepared to spend some money. Professionals can provide convenience but they
don’t come cheap. Depending on where you live (US), you can spend anywhere from 35 to 65 dollars an hour or more (‘07) on your plaster contractor, depending on the kind of work you need done.
That being the case, might you be interested in some tips to help you get those old plaster walls and ceilings done for less money? Sure you would!
As a plaster repair and renovation expert myself, I love it when my client does things to get ready for me. That way, I can get into the part that I am specialized to do right away, without spending valuable time doing prep things he could just as easily do.
So here is what I suggest. When you make first contact with your (potential) plaster contractor, ask him - what can I do by way of preparation to make your job go easier? And … will this save me money?
When I have a client eager to help, here are some things I tell them to do.
• empty the room of all furnishings, pictures, etc. (if this is an extensive project).
• cover the floors well with flattened cardboard. (important if old plaster will be removed).
• wash all areas to be repaired to remove dust, grease, fingerprints, cleaning agent residues, etc.
These may seem like common sense things, but you might be surprised at how many people don’t even think of these things - until maybe after I have arrived.
I will cover the cardboard myself with my drop materials, but the cardboard protects a hardwood floor. Old paneling or plywood will work even better.. When removing old plaster from wood lath, it is very easy to have chunks fall to the floor and they can really dent that fine hardwood. The cardboard helps prevent damage.
Anything like dirt, grease, etc. will interfere with the adhesion of new plaster materials to the old painted surfaces. So we need to get it off.
If the old plaster is to receive a new veneer coat, any plaster contractor worth his salt will put on a bonding agent first. He will roll or spray it on. This provides that extra “stickum,” as I call it - insurance for getting a good bond.
If this is the case with your project, ask your prospective contractor if he would give you a break in price if you roll on the bonding agent yourself. He will want to furnish it, but you save him time if you can do the application. It’s easy - just roll on like paint.
If your plastering project is quite extensive, involving taking off all the old plaster down to the wood lath, your plaster contractor will probably be quite pleased to offload that task to you. And if you are also responsible for all the debris removal and cleanup, he will be ecstatic.
You will want to investigate local contractors and get estimates. You can talk to building contractors and see who they like to use for their plastering projects.
For real convenience, you can go online at my website and use my free service to get free, no obligation bids from plaster contractors in your area. See the author’s information below.
How far you can go in helping your plaster contractor will depend on his cooperation and your available time. But with these basic tips, the potential for saving a nice amount of money on your plaster repair and renovation project is there. It’s up to you to be proactive and see how far you can (or want) to go.
DUDLEY
Hiring a plaster contractor may be the wisest choice when you decide to repair and renovate your old plaster walls and ceilings.
________________________________________________________________________
• when you don’t have the time to do it yourself
• when you want a plaster contractor to just come in and do it fast
But … be prepared to spend some money. Professionals can provide convenience but they
don’t come cheap. Depending on where you live (US), you can spend anywhere from 35 to 65 dollars an hour or more (‘07) on your plaster contractor, depending on the kind of work you need done.
That being the case, might you be interested in some tips to help you get those old plaster walls and ceilings done for less money? Sure you would!
As a plaster repair and renovation expert myself, I love it when my client does things to get ready for me. That way, I can get into the part that I am specialized to do right away, without spending valuable time doing prep things he could just as easily do.
So here is what I suggest. When you make first contact with your (potential) plaster contractor, ask him - what can I do by way of preparation to make your job go easier? And … will this save me money?
When I have a client eager to help, here are some things I tell them to do.
• empty the room of all furnishings, pictures, etc. (if this is an extensive project).
• cover the floors well with flattened cardboard. (important if old plaster will be removed).
• wash all areas to be repaired to remove dust, grease, fingerprints, cleaning agent residues, etc.
These may seem like common sense things, but you might be surprised at how many people don’t even think of these things - until maybe after I have arrived.
I will cover the cardboard myself with my drop materials, but the cardboard protects a hardwood floor. Old paneling or plywood will work even better.. When removing old plaster from wood lath, it is very easy to have chunks fall to the floor and they can really dent that fine hardwood. The cardboard helps prevent damage.
Anything like dirt, grease, etc. will interfere with the adhesion of new plaster materials to the old painted surfaces. So we need to get it off.
If the old plaster is to receive a new veneer coat, any plaster contractor worth his salt will put on a bonding agent first. He will roll or spray it on. This provides that extra “stickum,” as I call it - insurance for getting a good bond.
If this is the case with your project, ask your prospective contractor if he would give you a break in price if you roll on the bonding agent yourself. He will want to furnish it, but you save him time if you can do the application. It’s easy - just roll on like paint.
If your plastering project is quite extensive, involving taking off all the old plaster down to the wood lath, your plaster contractor will probably be quite pleased to offload that task to you. And if you are also responsible for all the debris removal and cleanup, he will be ecstatic.
You will want to investigate local contractors and get estimates. You can talk to building contractors and see who they like to use for their plastering projects.
For real convenience, you can go online at my website and use my free service to get free, no obligation bids from plaster contractors in your area. See the author’s information below.
How far you can go in helping your plaster contractor will depend on his cooperation and your available time. But with these basic tips, the potential for saving a nice amount of money on your plaster repair and renovation project is there. It’s up to you to be proactive and see how far you can (or want) to go.
DUDLEY
Apr
13
Steps to Building a Deck
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Edward Villarreal asked:
http://www.TexDecks.com 210-849-1005
Steps To Building A Deck
Provided by: TexDecks
http://www.TexDecks.com
Step 1: Select What Type of Work You Need
What kind of project are you considering?
Repair a porch or deck
Clean and seal a porch or deck
Build or replace a porch or deck
Approximately what size deck do want?
Small: Less than 200 sq. ft.
Medium: 300-400 sq. ft.
Large: More than 500 sq. ft.
What materials would you like to use?
Redwood
Cedar
Pressure treated pine
Composite or synthetic wood
Vinyl
Would like recommendation
What functions will the deck serve? (check all that apply)
Entertaining guests
Dining outside
Front or rear entry to home
Children’s activities
Storage
Deck adjacent to existing swimming pool
Outdoor extension of room of your home
What features are you planning? (check all that apply)
Hot tub or spa
Multi-level deck
Awning
Screen enclosures
Built-in barbeque
Planters and landscaping
Drip irrigation system
Outdoor lighting and electricity
Decorative/custom railings or columns
Other
Which best describes the terrain?
Flat
Gentle slope
Steep slope
How high above the ground will the deck be built?
3 feet or less
3-7 feet
7-18 feet
18 feet or more
At what stage are you in the project?
Have basic idea or sketches
Have professional drawings and plans
Have current permit for the project
None of the above
When would you like to begin construction?
Within the month
Within 3 months
Longer than 3 months from now
Step 2: Know What is Important To You
Before You Hire Someone
Finding a contractor you work well with is much easier if you decide what is important to you.
Here are some factors to consider:
Scope
For many porch and deck jobs, a contractor can handle both design and installation. However, if
you have an extensive job, you may want to hire an architect to create the plans and a contractor
to execute them. If you hire an architect, consider using a contractor that your architect
recommends and has worked with in the past.
Qualifications
Make sure you get someone to do a quality job. The best contractor is somebody who can
complete the job as you have specified it, for the agreed price at the agreed time.
How long in business
http://www.TexDecks.com 210-849-1005 Page 3
You want someone that has been working in the deck/porch business for at least 5 years. Ask
how many times they have performed the type of work you are looking for.
References
Talk directly to at least 3 recent (last 2 years) customers. Make sure the customers had similar
work done and ask to view one or two of the projects.
Better Business Bureau
Make sure there is not a history of complaints or unresolved complaints for your contractor.
Having one or two resolved complaints may be acceptable.
Price
You should have a clear budget for your project and make sure that the contractor can work
within your budget. If a prospective contractor implies that you are not spending enough money
on the project or that this will be a small project compared to his other projects, it may be an
indicator that he will not take your job seriously. On the other hand, if most or all of the
contractors you interview indicate that your budget is too low for the project, this is important
feedback.
Payment Terms
It is best to hold back 20-50% of the total payment until the job is completed to your satisfaction
and you should make sure the contractor will work with those terms.
Timing
Make sure they can complete the work by the time you need it done. If timing is important,
build a financial performance incentive for finishing early and a penalty for finishing late.
Style
Make sure they build in the style that you want and like. Ask each contractor how he
communicates with his clients to insure they approve of the design. At what point will you get to
review and sign off on plans? To what degree will he involve you in the selection of materials,
finishes, and features like lights?
Safety
The contractor and his staff are going to be around you and your family while operating
dangerous equipment so make sure you feel comfortable with them. Ask each contractor you
interview if he has safety procedures he uses during the construction process. You may want to ask specifically about safety procedures to protect your family, and procedures to protect his workers.
Cleanliness Contractors vary in their level of cleanliness and organization. It will take several days to several weeks to complete your project, you want a contractor who leaves the work area somewhat clean and organized at the end of each day. If cleanliness is important to you pick a contractor that takes it seriously.
Communications
Try their cell phone number several times at different times of the day and see if/how fast they
call you back. Hire someone that takes communications seriously if it is important to you.
Step 3: Find a Good Contractor
Online Networks
There are several good networks of service contractors. For decks and porches we recommend
doing a simple Google, Yahoo or MSN search.
Yellow Pages
The yellow pages is still a good place to go to find a contractor. Look up decks in the yellow
pages and you will find a number of local contractors listed.
Friend’s Recommendations
This is often an excellent source for finding a contractor because your friends often have the
same standards for quality of work that you do. The contractor will be incentivized to do a good
job because he has you and your friends’ future business and recommendation at stake.
Brand Service Network
Once you select major products (composite decking, deck lighting) for your landscape project,
you can call the brand manufacturer to recommend a local contractor who is in their dealer
network. Service providers are often certified to be in the brand network so the quality of these
contractors is usually pretty high.
http://www.TexDecks.com 210-849-1005
Step 4: Get Good Estimates From Several
Contractors
Always get multiple good estimates from several qualified contractors before you start any
project. This is the best way to know that you are getting a fair price for the work you need.
Make sure it is a binding estimate and that your contractor is not going to charge you more as the
project progresses. Keep in mind that the more certain you are about what work you want done,
the more accurate the price quote you will receive.
Receive free, no obligation quotes for your deck project from qualified local contractors.
Step 5: Get it in Writing
For a job of almost any size over a few hundred dollars, it is usually important to have a written
contract. Here are some factors to consider as you get ready to hire your contractor:
Contract terms
Most states have standard contract language that your contractor will be using for a simple
contract between you and them. Read the contract carefully to make sure everything looks in
order. If you have any questions, ask the contractor for clarification or your lawyer for guidance.
Permits
Make sure your contractor knows which permits they will need for the work you need done and
then make sure they get any and all permits for your work. Do not under any circumstances let
them talk you into skipping the permit step. There will be significant liability for you if you do
this, especially when you decide to sell your house.
Step 6: Manage the Project
This is the most important step of all. You must manage contractors as if they work for you
because they do. The good news is that if you have followed the previous five steps, the chances
are you have selected a competent and agreeable contractor, and that you and he have already
communicated extensively about your expectations. If you don’t like the way something is done,
let them know and discuss how it can be fixed or redone. If they understand that you are
managing the project carefully and that you care about quality they will be far less likely to cut
corners.
http://www.TexDecks.com
CURT
http://www.TexDecks.com 210-849-1005
Steps To Building A Deck
Provided by: TexDecks
http://www.TexDecks.com
Step 1: Select What Type of Work You Need
What kind of project are you considering?
Repair a porch or deck
Clean and seal a porch or deck
Build or replace a porch or deck
Approximately what size deck do want?
Small: Less than 200 sq. ft.
Medium: 300-400 sq. ft.
Large: More than 500 sq. ft.
What materials would you like to use?
Redwood
Cedar
Pressure treated pine
Composite or synthetic wood
Vinyl
Would like recommendation
What functions will the deck serve? (check all that apply)
Entertaining guests
Dining outside
Front or rear entry to home
Children’s activities
Storage
Deck adjacent to existing swimming pool
Outdoor extension of room of your home
What features are you planning? (check all that apply)
Hot tub or spa
Multi-level deck
Awning
Screen enclosures
Built-in barbeque
Planters and landscaping
Drip irrigation system
Outdoor lighting and electricity
Decorative/custom railings or columns
Other
Which best describes the terrain?
Flat
Gentle slope
Steep slope
How high above the ground will the deck be built?
3 feet or less
3-7 feet
7-18 feet
18 feet or more
At what stage are you in the project?
Have basic idea or sketches
Have professional drawings and plans
________________________________________________________________________
Have current permit for the project
None of the above
When would you like to begin construction?
Within the month
Within 3 months
Longer than 3 months from now
Step 2: Know What is Important To You
Before You Hire Someone
Finding a contractor you work well with is much easier if you decide what is important to you.
Here are some factors to consider:
Scope
For many porch and deck jobs, a contractor can handle both design and installation. However, if
you have an extensive job, you may want to hire an architect to create the plans and a contractor
to execute them. If you hire an architect, consider using a contractor that your architect
recommends and has worked with in the past.
Qualifications
Make sure you get someone to do a quality job. The best contractor is somebody who can
complete the job as you have specified it, for the agreed price at the agreed time.
How long in business
http://www.TexDecks.com 210-849-1005 Page 3
You want someone that has been working in the deck/porch business for at least 5 years. Ask
how many times they have performed the type of work you are looking for.
References
Talk directly to at least 3 recent (last 2 years) customers. Make sure the customers had similar
work done and ask to view one or two of the projects.
Better Business Bureau
Make sure there is not a history of complaints or unresolved complaints for your contractor.
Having one or two resolved complaints may be acceptable.
Price
You should have a clear budget for your project and make sure that the contractor can work
within your budget. If a prospective contractor implies that you are not spending enough money
on the project or that this will be a small project compared to his other projects, it may be an
indicator that he will not take your job seriously. On the other hand, if most or all of the
contractors you interview indicate that your budget is too low for the project, this is important
feedback.
Payment Terms
It is best to hold back 20-50% of the total payment until the job is completed to your satisfaction
and you should make sure the contractor will work with those terms.
Timing
Make sure they can complete the work by the time you need it done. If timing is important,
build a financial performance incentive for finishing early and a penalty for finishing late.
Style
Make sure they build in the style that you want and like. Ask each contractor how he
communicates with his clients to insure they approve of the design. At what point will you get to
review and sign off on plans? To what degree will he involve you in the selection of materials,
finishes, and features like lights?
Safety
The contractor and his staff are going to be around you and your family while operating
dangerous equipment so make sure you feel comfortable with them. Ask each contractor you
interview if he has safety procedures he uses during the construction process. You may want to ask specifically about safety procedures to protect your family, and procedures to protect his workers.
Cleanliness Contractors vary in their level of cleanliness and organization. It will take several days to several weeks to complete your project, you want a contractor who leaves the work area somewhat clean and organized at the end of each day. If cleanliness is important to you pick a contractor that takes it seriously.
Communications
Try their cell phone number several times at different times of the day and see if/how fast they
call you back. Hire someone that takes communications seriously if it is important to you.
Step 3: Find a Good Contractor
Online Networks
There are several good networks of service contractors. For decks and porches we recommend
doing a simple Google, Yahoo or MSN search.
Yellow Pages
The yellow pages is still a good place to go to find a contractor. Look up decks in the yellow
pages and you will find a number of local contractors listed.
Friend’s Recommendations
This is often an excellent source for finding a contractor because your friends often have the
same standards for quality of work that you do. The contractor will be incentivized to do a good
job because he has you and your friends’ future business and recommendation at stake.
Brand Service Network
Once you select major products (composite decking, deck lighting) for your landscape project,
you can call the brand manufacturer to recommend a local contractor who is in their dealer
network. Service providers are often certified to be in the brand network so the quality of these
contractors is usually pretty high.
http://www.TexDecks.com 210-849-1005
Step 4: Get Good Estimates From Several
Contractors
Always get multiple good estimates from several qualified contractors before you start any
project. This is the best way to know that you are getting a fair price for the work you need.
Make sure it is a binding estimate and that your contractor is not going to charge you more as the
project progresses. Keep in mind that the more certain you are about what work you want done,
the more accurate the price quote you will receive.
Receive free, no obligation quotes for your deck project from qualified local contractors.
Step 5: Get it in Writing
For a job of almost any size over a few hundred dollars, it is usually important to have a written
contract. Here are some factors to consider as you get ready to hire your contractor:
Contract terms
Most states have standard contract language that your contractor will be using for a simple
contract between you and them. Read the contract carefully to make sure everything looks in
order. If you have any questions, ask the contractor for clarification or your lawyer for guidance.
Permits
Make sure your contractor knows which permits they will need for the work you need done and
then make sure they get any and all permits for your work. Do not under any circumstances let
them talk you into skipping the permit step. There will be significant liability for you if you do
this, especially when you decide to sell your house.
Step 6: Manage the Project
This is the most important step of all. You must manage contractors as if they work for you
because they do. The good news is that if you have followed the previous five steps, the chances
are you have selected a competent and agreeable contractor, and that you and he have already
communicated extensively about your expectations. If you don’t like the way something is done,
let them know and discuss how it can be fixed or redone. If they understand that you are
managing the project carefully and that you care about quality they will be far less likely to cut
corners.
http://www.TexDecks.com
CURT
Feb
12
Gen Wright asked:
tructing a building the awareness of building code and fire labeling requirements facilitates that you label the fire exit in a building.When it comes to fire you never know when it will start therefore for safety measures it’s advisable that you put a sign so that incase of the fire outbreak you know where to run to. We have had many cases where many people have been seriously injured and even lost their lives simply because they did not know where the fire exit is. The first thing you should look for immediately you enter a building is the fire exit.Fire exit labels are needed on the following doors: Doors leading to corridors in residential places, Doors leading from smoke proof enclosures to stairwells, Doors leading from smoke proof enclosures from corridors, Doors in horizontal exits, Laundry room doors, Doors in exit passageways, Doors leading to enclosed exit stairways and on Doors to mechanical equipment/ electrical rooms.On all these doors it is required that you put the labels, however not all doors can be labeled, you should never label the doors under the following conditions:Magnetic door holders that are connected to the buildings fire alarm system, this is because when magnetic holders are actuated by the alarm system it automatically closes.The doors to students’ room in residential places that open to the corridors do not require labels because they are normally closed. The doors that open into exit closures or exit passageways must have labels.Areas that are always shut do not require labels. Areas like security doors or office doors which open into corridors.The positioning of your labels plays a big role. The labels are to be placed in a position that is seen by everyone when the door is open. Place it at 1/8″ above or below the door features. In this manner everyone will be able to view/see it. Install the label straight and in a manner that is acceptable. Ensure also that you place the stickers above the centre of panic hardware and note that before you place the sticker on a decorated or historic door please contract the building contractor.A fire exit is meant to provide a rapid exit from a building incase of emergency therefore it should be kept clear all the time. Should be easily opened and if it has a lock the lock should be easy to open. The doors should be adequately marked and those fitted with secondary devices allow the door to open when required offering a suitable working solution to the problem of fire doors being wedged open and should be considered when constructing new buildings.You can manage to provide an alternative means of escape through taking the appropriate measures and precautions. Drawings can be accompanied with words just to be sure that every person gets the message. Emergency doors are mostly locked during working hours thus endangering the lives of the people working there. For safety purposes ensure all fire exits are labeled and easily accessible. With all these you will help save lives!
JODY
tructing a building the awareness of building code and fire labeling requirements facilitates that you label the fire exit in a building.When it comes to fire you never know when it will start therefore for safety measures it’s advisable that you put a sign so that incase of the fire outbreak you know where to run to. We have had many cases where many people have been seriously injured and even lost their lives simply because they did not know where the fire exit is. The first thing you should look for immediately you enter a building is the fire exit.Fire exit labels are needed on the following doors: Doors leading to corridors in residential places, Doors leading from smoke proof enclosures to stairwells, Doors leading from smoke proof enclosures from corridors, Doors in horizontal exits, Laundry room doors, Doors in exit passageways, Doors leading to enclosed exit stairways and on Doors to mechanical equipment/ electrical rooms.On all these doors it is required that you put the labels, however not all doors can be labeled, you should never label the doors under the following conditions:Magnetic door holders that are connected to the buildings fire alarm system, this is because when magnetic holders are actuated by the alarm system it automatically closes.The doors to students’ room in residential places that open to the corridors do not require labels because they are normally closed. The doors that open into exit closures or exit passageways must have labels.Areas that are always shut do not require labels. Areas like security doors or office doors which open into corridors.The positioning of your labels plays a big role. The labels are to be placed in a position that is seen by everyone when the door is open. Place it at 1/8″ above or below the door features. In this manner everyone will be able to view/see it. Install the label straight and in a manner that is acceptable. Ensure also that you place the stickers above the centre of panic hardware and note that before you place the sticker on a decorated or historic door please contract the building contractor.A fire exit is meant to provide a rapid exit from a building incase of emergency therefore it should be kept clear all the time. Should be easily opened and if it has a lock the lock should be easy to open. The doors should be adequately marked and those fitted with secondary devices allow the door to open when required offering a suitable working solution to the problem of fire doors being wedged open and should be considered when constructing new buildings.You can manage to provide an alternative means of escape through taking the appropriate measures and precautions. Drawings can be accompanied with words just to be sure that every person gets the message. Emergency doors are mostly locked during working hours thus endangering the lives of the people working there. For safety purposes ensure all fire exits are labeled and easily accessible. With all these you will help save lives!
JODY