Revealing The Cost of Concrete Slabs in Australia

Concrete slab

Price, price, price! The first question on everybody’s mind at the moment is the price. Whether it’s your weekly grocery shop or the cost of fuel, we’re all seeking better rates. Therefore, if you’re currently working on a construction project, it comes as no surprise when you ask – how much does a concrete slab […]

What You Need to Know: 10 Tremendous Advantages of Waffle Slabs in Construction

Waffle slab construction

Waffle slabs – if you’re unfamiliar with the term, you might think – what are we waffling on about? Let us explain. Waffle slabs, also known as waffle pods or grid slabs, were first developed in the 1980s. As the construction industry evolves, waffle slabs are becoming the go-to choice for construction projects. There are […]

The Next Big Thing in Construction: 3 Trends to Watch Out For

Construction trends

2024, and it finally feels like the construction industry is emerging in a positive light after the challenges COVID-19 brought in its wake. As we settle into the new norm, we also look ahead to the biggest construction industry trends 2024 has to offer – so you can keep up to speed with all the […]

Revealing The Best 3 Concrete and Excavation Articles Of 2023

Concrete and excavation articles

2024 is fast upon us. And as we all slowly wind down and take a moment to reflect on the year gone by (seriously, where did 2023 go?!), here at NextGen, there’s no doubt that we’ve had a big year filled with a lot of firsts including some of the following. Speaking of blogs, as […]

5 Reasons Why Concrete Temperature Is Important

measuring concrete temperature

We love concrete! Why? Because it’s strong, durable, low maintenance, and simple to use. But here’s the thing – when you add temperature into the equation, it’s a tricky relationship – one, like most relationships, requires a fine balance. In an ideal world, the concrete temperature before pouring should be between 23 to 35 degrees […]

Revealing The Top 3 Advantages of Concrete Slabs You Need to Know

Team laying concrete slabs

Picture this – you build two houses with decks of cards. The first one you construct on a solid, flat foundation. The second one, you attempt to build on an uneven, softer foundation. Which one do you think will stand? And which will collapse? You guessed it, the second will collapse. In the same way, […]

Build a strong foundation with site cuts and excavation

excavator on construction site

Before building a house or commercial property, it’s essential that the ground that we lay the foundation upon is perfect. After all, you want the property to stand tall, stable, and proud for many years to come.  This is where site cuts and excavation come into play. Laying that perfect foundation means getting rid of […]

Pouring Concrete in Different Weather Conditions: What You Need to Know.

Laying concrete in different weather

There’s no denying we love concrete. It’s strong, durable, low maintenance, simple to use, and can fit any size or shape – it’s one of the most versatile construction materials available. But, while all is perfect, one unpredictable and uncontrollable variable can affect the quality, pourability, and curing time of concrete – the weather.  So, […]

Concrete And Cement: The Big Differences Explained

concrete and cement

Hands up if you think cement and concrete are the same thing. Not sure? Here’s the answer. While most people will use the terms interchangeably and are often confused for being the same thing – they are two very different things.  So, now that you know the difference between the two and can confidently select […]