Taking on an apprentice can deliver benefits for your business. So how do you make sure things go smoothly? According to Australian Apprenticeships Ambassador, Alan Waldron a simple focus on attracting, training and retaining apprentices will make the difference for building companies looking to grow a sustainable business. Alan, who is also the National Training Manager at
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As the residential construction industry becomes increasingly competitive, standing out from the pack can mean the difference between nabbing that much needed extra project or falling off the market radar. Exceptional customer service, based on open and clear communication, cooperation and collaboration underscores the success of many businesses across all industries. A deliberate focus on
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Choosing door hardware is quite often overlooked in the design elements of a home, yet is an extension of a home’s personality, helping to complete the look. One of the most used touch points in a home, functionality and design are both important factors to consider when selecting door hardware. Here are just a few
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The quality of every building product that you select for your construction projects is vital to ensuring the safety of your staff, contractors and of course the final building owner/resident. Dahlsens understands the important role product quality plays in building both your business’ success and reputation. That’s why you can count on us to source
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From his first role as a bricklaying apprentice at age 15, to the founder of HeartyHomes, Kevin Vanderkley has forged a solid reputation for producing exceptional, quality homes. “I began my career as a bricklaying apprentice and slowly grew from there,” recalls Kevin. “Initially, I founded my own bricklaying business but, after building my own
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When everything goes to plan, taking on an apprentice can help your building business grow and thrive. Yet training up a young, and most likely inexperienced employee can also present challenges. According to General Manager at Apprenticeships Support Australia, James Moran, the following simple strategies can help ensure that taking on an apprentice turns out
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Family owned and operated, Swanbuild’s commitment to innovation, integrity and exceptional customer service is at the heart of its growth and success. A company philosophy that embraces a positive and caring working environment for both team members and clients has helped retain quality staff while building a strong reputation in the building industry through word-of-mouth.
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Discover the Qikpanel floor cassette system Qikpanel by Qikfit Floors is a low profile, prefabricated timber floor cassette. Qikfit Floors are designed specifically to provide a cost and speed advantage over the conventional flooring systems used for large spans and second storey floor installations. At Dahlsens our experienced team understands exactly what it takes to ensure
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In Victoria there has been a wave of legislative reform over the past couple of years. As a result, the Housing Industry Association (HIA) has been required to update its contracts on a regular basis. What does this mean for builders? The new legislation and updates to the contracts mean that builders using older versions
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At Dahlsens our supply partners are central to our ability to provide a premium service to each of our clients, so we make sure we only work with the best. The Claytons Group is no exception. As one of our standout suppliers, their continued collaboration with Dahlsens underpins our seamless, hassle-free joinery and stone delivery and
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Ezipier’s adjustable steel piers and stumps are making an impact on the Australian flooring market. So what is Ezipier and why is it proving so popular? The back story Originating in Sydney in 1991, Spantec conceptualised and started manufacturing adjustable steel piers to be used under sub-floors. Spantec are now the leaders in steel flooring systems
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Wall panelling can reinvent the look and feel of the interior of a home. With multiple design choices, in a range of materials and finishes, there are numerous options available to choose from. ClevaClic ClevaClic features the unique and worldwide patented Uniclic® system which makes the panels very easy to hook into each other and click
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