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    Fundamental Requirements of a General Contractor in Austin, TX

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    The role of a general contractor can be both exciting and challenging because they are tasked to oversee many aspects of a construction project. A general contractor has no special…

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    January 26, 2021
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    Playground Trends To Expect In 2021

    By TF HarperParks & Playgrounds

    With 2021 upon us, it is now more important than ever to understand how playgrounds will be affected by the current crisis. Although the playground industry looks to be returning…

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    January 13, 2021
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    Construction Industry Trends to Look Out for in 2021

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    In the year 2020, the COVID-19 Global pandemic brought with it so much disruption in very many sectors. The construction industry was not spared either. Because of the pandemic, some…

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    January 7, 2021
    A New Austin playground installation

    How to Have a New Playground Built for Your Community

    By TF HarperParks & Playgrounds

    When we think of community social amenities, several things come to mind. The most common ones are typically schools, health centers, transportation, entertainment venues and shopping malls. More often than…

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    December 28, 2020
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    Construction 101: What Is a Project Schedule?

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Maintaining a schedule when working with a construction project is essential to ensure the project is completed on time and professionally. Scheduling should be a major part of the construction…

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    December 16, 2020
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    Building a More Sustainable Playground

    By TF HarperParks & Playgrounds

    Sustainability is a topic that’s becoming more critical by the day. People are thinking about the environment more than ever before. That influences all sorts of important construction decisions, including…

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    December 10, 2020
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    Reducing Costs in a Construction Business

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    The main objective of every business is to reduce its operating costs and maximize profits. The same applies to the construction industry. Although the term “cost-cutting” is often viewed as…

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    December 3, 2020
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    Choosing the Best Slide for Your Playground Installation in Austin, Tx

    By TF HarperParks & Playgrounds

    Slides are among the favorite pieces of play equipment for kids. If you’re planning a playground construction project in Austin or need to upgrade/get maintenance on your existing playground equipment,…

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    November 12, 2020
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    What Happens During a Commercial Building Inspection

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Most states set up laws that dictate that how often building inspections should occur as well as the various aspects of a business that needs to be inspected. The primary…

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    November 6, 2020
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    Commercial Building Security Systems

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    There are many reasons for you to install commercial building security systems. The system makes it easy to monitor the business from different locations. People will be reluctant to vandalize…

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    October 28, 2020
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    Making Your Outdoor Playground Safer During COVID-19

    By TF HarperParks & Playgrounds

    No matter their age, children must get regular exercise and remain active physically. Being outside in the fresh air with regularity supports proper mental and physical health. Recently, it has…

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    October 20, 2020
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    Improving Construction Quality Management

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Construction companies must keep checklists or inventories to improve construction quality management at their various projects. Quality control and lists go hand in hand, similar to grocery shopping, except that…

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    October 5, 2020
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    Fundraising Ideas for School Playground Equipment

    By TF HarperParks & Playgrounds

    An excellent and properly equipped school playground is essential, as it provides a place for kids to engage in unstructured play. When children are active, there is reduced childhood obesity,…

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    September 25, 2020
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    How Wearable Technology Is Improving Construction Safety

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    While wearable technology is gaining more popularity on the consumer edge, it might surprise you that even the construction sector has endorsed it for safety purposes. Construction sites often expose…

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    September 16, 2020
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    Preparing a Construction Site for a Hurricane

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    This year’s hurricane season is shaping up to be one of the most devastating seasons on record in modern history. More named hurricanes have made landfall in the southeastern United…

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    September 3, 2020
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    Incorporating Nature into a Playground Design

    By TF HarperParks & Playgrounds

    Nature is one of the most beautiful and breathtaking phenomenons in our world. Humans have always indulged in nature in many ways, especially by playing in it. In order to…

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    August 27, 2020
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    Safety Measures for Construction Workers During Summer

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Summer is an ideal time for construction but a challenging moment for construction workers. Working in scorching conditions poses a significant risk to any individual, but the risk tends to…

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    August 26, 2020
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    Top 5 Must-Have Accessories in Your Playground

    By TF HarperParks & Playgrounds

    Do you need your playground to attract school, families, parent groups, or daycare groups with children of all ages? Well, the best way to guarantee this is by installing the…

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    August 1, 2020
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    Pre-Construction For Commercial Buildings

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    There are many phases to any construction project, and building a commercial structure is definitely no exception to the rule. Not only are there dozens of necessary steps to go…

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    July 31, 2020
    Commercial construction company in Austin TX studying the new playground blueprints.

    Designing a Commercial Playground: A Step-By-Step Guide

    By TF HarperParks & Playgrounds

    Deciding to install a commercial playground is a big decision. That’s why it’s vital to ensure that the equipment you purchase meets the needs and vision for their future use….

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    July 22, 2020
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