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    Contractors planning a commercial building upgrade

    Ways To Upgrade A Commercial Building

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Real estate is one of the best investments that a person or business can make. People will always need a place to live and work. If you are considering getting…

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    June 9, 2020
    Playground with a wide lane leading to the play structures

    Designing All-Inclusive Playgrounds

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    Children need to learn, grow, and play together side by side. Playgrounds create ideal environments for these activities to be actualized, and an all-inclusive playground makes this true regardless of…

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    June 3, 2020
    Project Delays

    Handling Unexpected Construction Delays

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Delays are always expected in a project cycle. The art of managing such delays is critical in enhancing the completion of the project. There are times where scheduled slips take…

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    May 29, 2020
    Stacks of wood, concrete blocks, and metal beams at a construction site.

    5 Sustainable Building Materials Appearing in 2020

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Sustainability has become a big deal in the construction field and is necessary for buildings to become “green”. In a finding by the USGBC, there is more than 35% of…

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    May 26, 2020
    Example of a school playground equipment installation in Austin TX

    Choosing Playground Equipment For Schools

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    School playground equipment is a set of recreational outdoor equipment children use. Playing is essential in the development of the physical, emotional, and cognitive capabilities of children. Therefore, school playground…

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    May 8, 2020
    General contractor overseeing Austin construction

    The Difference Between A General Contractor And A Subcontractor

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    If you have a construction project coming up, whether it is a remodel or a new build, commercial or residential, you will likely be looking for help to get it…

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    May 5, 2020
    A traffic signal indicating "go"

    Getting Started with Your Commercial Construction Project

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Next time you are in the market for a construction bid, break ground the right way on your next construction project. When it comes to commercial construction, you do not…

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    May 1, 2020
    Piping under commercial building

    How We Handle Piping & Plumbing Regulations

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Knowing the process by which construction companies follow and abide piping and plumbing codes can help you understand the scope and responsibilities a contracting company has. Whether completing a general…

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    April 28, 2020
    Child climbing on playground

    Types of Playground Climbing Equipment

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    Children love play time, and one of the most favorite things for them to do is to climb. This feature is the most popular in any playground. Climbing helps children…

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    March 31, 2020
    Different types of swings

    Types of Playground Swings

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    Playground swings offer a lot of entertainment to young children and adults. They’re enjoyed all year round from summer to winter and come in various types. Playground swings can be…

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    March 10, 2020
    Rain Construction

    Rain Safety on the Construction Site

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Being safe during the rain on the construction site is essential. Keeping warm by wearing waterproof work clothes and sturdy footwear is a good start to staying safe, but how…

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    March 9, 2020
    Construction hat worn by a General Contractor in Austin TX

    What A General Contractor Does For Your Project

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    A construction project may have many different contractors working to help complete it on schedule. For example, there may already be an old building on the site, which means a…

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    February 20, 2020
    Austin construction company worker following fall protection safety

    Fall Protection on Construction Sites

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Construction sites can often be seen as an unorganized and hazardous workplace however, experienced construction companies have systems in place to limit the hazards. Additionally, what may seem like unorganized…

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    January 28, 2020
    Shaded Playground

    Types of Playground Shade Structures

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    Many playground installation companies know the importance of constructing a child-safe, UV protectant playground equipment covered protective barriers that are safe for both kids and their parents. With skin cancer…

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    January 24, 2020
    Commercial Contractor

    Finding the Best Commercial Contractor

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Turning the dreams of your commercial building into a certainty takes trust, expenses, planning, and of course finding the best contractor that can handle the project and deliver it accurately…

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    January 14, 2020
    Construction Forklift

    Forklift Safety Checklist

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    If you are working in a warehouse or construction site, then you will most likely be very familiar with forklifts. Forklifts are an essential vehicle or tool to make the…

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    December 24, 2019
    Playground Instruments

    The Benefits of Playground Instruments

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    Music is one of the few truly global languages that nearly everyone can speak. From a lullaby we hear as a baby, to the time we first hit our spoons…

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    December 18, 2019
    Design-Build Construction

    Benefits of Design-Build Construction

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Professional contractors want to provide their customers with quality service. Unlike some other construction companies, our team at T.F. Harper & Associates have several years of experience with design build…

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    December 11, 2019
    Perfect Austin playground equipment & installation

    The Best Playground: Finding the Perfect Design

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    When it comes to designing a playground, there are a few factors to consider. For instance, there are numerous shapes and forms that need to be included into the design….

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    December 3, 2019
    Electrical Safety Sign installed by a construction company in Austin TX

    Electrical Safety Hazards

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has established electrical hazards as one of the “fatal four” elements that cause the majority of injuries and deaths on construction sites. Electrocutions…

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    November 26, 2019
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