HOW TO SOLVE 3 COMMON ROOF PROBLEMS?

The roof of your home is your first line of defense against the elements. As such, any common roofing problems should be dealt with as a matter of urgency. However, it’s understandable that not all of us are roofing experts and it might be hard to know what’s wrong with your roof and how to fix it. Rest assured that in this article we’ll be listing some of the most common roofing issues to look out for as well as what you can do to solve them to prevent damage to your home from the weather and debris.

1.    POOR INSTALLATION: Not confident in your roof installation company? It’s likely that a roof which has been improperly installed will cause problems further down the line. Whether the tiles have been laid wrong, allowing water to enter the property, or the seals – using flashing – around joints hasn’t be applied correctly, you’ll be paying more for repairs than you might have saved using a cheap company.

Solution: Only use a reputable and reliable company (CIE Ltd) – this includes for roof maintenance and repairs if you’ve found a previous company that did a poor job.

2.    LEAKY ROOF: Rain, and general moisture collecting on your roof can easily make its way into your property, wreaking havoc if you have leaks in your roof. A leak may initially be hard to spot, but if it’s because of a nail which has been improperly hammered you might notice damp stains in the area.

Solution: Depending on your familiarity with roof repairs, it could be a simple task – but it’s always advisable to get a professional to take a look as there could be a wider issue on the outside of the roof even if you know when the leak is on the inside.

3.  GUTTER PROBLEMS: Gutters are important for diverting rainwater away from a property. Without this crucial addition to your roof, water would pour down your walls and even settle around your property, causing bigger problems for your home. Where guttering is not aligned properly, blocked or is missing the correct apron, you’ll find you have issues with water damage.

Solution: Regular maintenance of your gutter to clear our debris should help prevent blockages, but where damaged or poorly installed guttering is an issue, you may need to call on a professional for dedicated guttering services for your property.

No one wants to wrestle with damp problems,, or worse, structural issues. Having a company like Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd provide repairs and maintenance can help protect your home and will see it last longer than if you try to tackle complex tasks yourself – especially when it comes to emergency roofing repairs. 

If you have a questions about your roof or roofing materials, you can visit/call our Corinth (450-7247) Monchy (450-7248) Vide Bouteille (450-7246) or Babonneau (450-5759) branch, email us or visit us on Facebook.

 

Contract for Long Overdue Volet Bridge Project Micoud Signed

Within ten (10) months the resident of Volet in the quarter of Micoud are expected to witness the completion of a new state of the art bridge.

Participants at the Signing Ceremony

This was made possible at the signing ceremony which took place at the Financial Centre on January 26^th 2021 between the Government of St Lucia and Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd (CIE)

There to witness that signing ceremony were Hon Guy Joseph - Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Civil Aviation, Mr. Claudius Emmaneul- Permanent Secretary of Department of Economic Development, Transport and Civil Aviation, Ms. Cheryl Mathurin - Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Project (DVRP) project head and Mr. Rayneau Gajadhar - Team Leader, Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd (CIE) as well as members from both parties.

The bridge works which spans 15m is located at the intersection of the road to La Tille Falls and Garden – a tourist attraction site, entails: Piling, Sidewalks, and Asphalt pavement

The Volet Bridge Project is being done under Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Project by the Ministry of Economic Development, Transport and Civil Aviation. 

4 Signs that the Electrical System at Home Needs Updating

Many of us do not think about the electrical systems in our houses until we have to. Electric problems can lead to prolonged blackouts, equipment damage, and fires and this is when most people start wondering if their electrical systems and circuits are in top condition and if they need an upgrade. However, you don’t have to wonder anymore as a simple check can let you know the state of your electrical systems and help you decide if it is time for an update.

Flickering or Dimming Lights

Dimming lights are a great indicator that there is a problem with your electric circuits. Dimming lights can indicate that your circuits are bearing a heavier load then they were designed for. This often happens when you plug in a new appliance or switch one on.

Flickering lights indicate that your electric circuits have a problem, especially if you have this happening to multiple lights.

Warm, Discoloured or Sparking Sockets

Warm plug sockets indicate that they are bearing a heavy load or that the contact points are not connecting properly with the contacts on the plugs you are using. This leads to the discolouration you see on the socket or sparks that appear when you plug in or unplug an appliance.

Tripping Circuit Breakers

Tripping circuit breakers are an obvious sign there is a problem with your electric circuits. It may be that it is carrying a load it wasn’t designed for, or that there is a short circuit somewhere in the system. To eliminate all problems and ensure solving the circuit in one part of the house does not cause problems in another part, it is a good idea to add extra circuits or simply upgrade your wiring.

There are too many Appliances Plugged in

When you run out of sockets, it is tempting to buy cords and strips so that you can power all your appliances. If you are running out of sockets and find yourself opting for strips and cords, it is time for an upgrade.

It is also important to remember that if you  no longer have enough sockets, it is likely that your electricity consumption has also gone up. This means there is a lot of strain elsewhere in your electric circuits, which makes a strong case for an update.

It is important to keep an eye on your electric circuits, so you know when they are being tasked with doing more than they were designed to handle. If you have any issues with your electric circuits or if they are quite old, it is better to upgrade the whole system than to carry out smaller repairs as those can add up over time.

For all your electrical products for this much needed update, shop Rayneau at the Corinth (450-7247) Monchy (450-7248) Vide Bouteille (450-7246) or Babonneau (450-5759) branch; our most friendly and knowledgeable customer service representatives  are always ready to serve you.

 

CIE Ltd and OECC Sign Contract for the Union Hill Road Realignment Project.

Left to Right: Ps Mr Ivor Daniel, Team leader, Mr Rayneau Gajadhar, and Representative of OECC

Team Rayneau is pleased to be associated with the Overseas Engineering Construction Company LTDA.S.A St Lucia Branch, who saw the competence and professionalism of Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd and the latter’s ability to deliver work on schedule and at a superb standard.

On Friday, January 22^nd, 2021 a team from CIE Ltd met with the Ministry of Infrastructure, Ports, Energy and Labor and the Overseas Engineering Construction Company to sign a contract for a road development project called the Postlewaite (Union Hill) Road Realignment  project – The Government of St Lucia being the beneficiary

According to the engineers at CIE Ltd, the Postlewaite Road project (Union Hill)  scope entails the construction of 438M  of a new two-lane asphalt road pavement to provide a significantly improved road alignment to the existing multiple and poorly aligned bends in the same location. This area is very accident prone and presently cannot be easily traversed by heavy vehicles. The planned intervention will change all of this.

The works include:  

• Site clearance  
• Construction of drains 
• Construction of concrete and mechanically stabilized earth retaining walls 
• Construction of pre-cast Concrete barriers
• Construction of sidewalks

A Round the table discussion

Present at the signing ceremony were The Permanent Secretary of The Ministry of Infrastructure, Ports, Energy and Labor, Mr Ivor Daniel, Mr Rayneau Gajadhar, Team leader of Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd (CIE) and a representative from the Overseas Engineering Construction Company  (OECC).

RAYNEAU RENTALS AND SALES FOR YOUR DIY HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

DIY projects are a great way to improve your home! You can completely transform a room in your home with an inexpensive and simple project. You have probably been browsing online and found the perfect project for your home, and you are excited to get started until you learn that it will cost a small fortune to buy all the equipment to do the project.  Most people don’t know that you can get exactly what you need with equipment rentals.

Rayneau Rentals and Sales equipment rentals will save you a lot of money. Plus, you will not have to find a place to store all the equipment after you use it.  Equipment rentals also ensure that you get equipment that is high quality and in great working condition. You can use name brand equipment without paying name brand prices.

So, what kind of equipment rentals are available to you? Well, you can rent almost anything. If you are putting in flooring, you can rent saws, flooring tools, sanders, and other equipment to make the install go quickly and smoothly. You can rent compressors that work with a variety of tools, such as nail guns, to make projects that involve nailing a breeze. Tile saws can be rented for any tile project to make tile cutting easy and efficient.  You can have your project look like a professional did it, if you have the right equipment.

Call us today at Rayneau Rentals & Sales (1758-450-7368) for all your equipment rentals. Our trained technicians can help you pick out the best equipment for the project you are working on, and they will show you how to safely and efficiently use all the equipment. Let us help you get started on your home improvement project today!

To inquire, email saleslc@rayneau.org or call/send us a message on WhatsApp at 1 758 714 7368

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5 EASY INDOOR HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IDEAS TO DO OVER A WEEKEND.

Here are some great indoor home improvement project ideas that will keep you busy during the first quarter of the New Year. These simple projects will bring about positive changes and upgrades in your home that can increase the property value and save in your energy costs.

1. Paint– Paint is the easiest way to transform a room or just freshen it up. A quality paint job with the right color will help the rooms in your home look new, clean, and up to date. Whether you know exactly what color and finish you want or don’t know where to start, we can certainly help. Our paint team offers expert guidance and advice. 

2. Change Out Light Bulbs– It’s a great time to replace light bulbs that have burned out. You should consider switching to LED bulbs. Typically you can save over 80% in energy costs by using LED bulbs- they consume a lot less energy and last for up to 20 years before you would have to replace them so they are virtually maintenance free.

3. De-clutter & Organize– Make sure all the items in your home have their place in a neatly stored and labeled container. This helps make your life easier and saves you so much time when you need to access these items. There are common areas in the home which tend to serve as storage and become overly stuffed and disorganized such as garages, and closets. These are typically the catchall places for an assortment of household goods. However with some shelving, storage totes, and an organization plan, these areas of your home will be in order and function much better for you.

4. Install A Kitchen Backsplash-A kitchen backsplash can bring color and texture into your design and accent your countertops and cabinets. Or if your kitchen is already full of color, a neutral kitchen backsplash can bring a sleek and elegant look to the room.

5. Update Your Bathroom-Making small changes in our bathroom can have a huge impact. Update your faucet and shower fixtures to something a bit more modern. Paint your bathroom with soothing softer colors like (blue, muted pink, grey, white) to create a relaxing, peaceful atmosphere. Change your bathroom accessories (rug, towels, trashcan, etc) to a new colour also.

If you have a question about any of these projects, you can visit our  Corinth (450-7247) Monchy (450-7248) Vide Bouteille (450-7246) or Babonneau (450-5759) branch, email us or visit us on Facebook.

CIE Ltd Nearing Completion of the Citizenship-by-Investment-Funded Marigot Hospital

Construction on the anticipated Marigot Hospital in the Commonwealth of Dominica is more than halfway through. With Mr Rayneau Gajadhar’s Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd (CIE) as the contractor, the construction of the Dominica Marigot Hospital continues to move at warp speed (See video below).The Prime Minister says that the construction of the Marigot Hospital "is progressing at a quick pace", having begun in January 2020. 

The construction of Dominica's Marigot Hospital will be completed in April, 2021, occupying 55,800 square feet. With a 75-bed capacity, the state-of-the-art hospital will feature an operation theatre, in-patient wards, X-ray services, A&E facilities, ICU, lab services, a dialysis unit, and staff quarters, among other services.

The construction of the hospital is fully funded by the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme, Dominica’s lifeline for Building Back Better.

                                                                                Updated Progress on the Dominica  Marigot Hospital

Meanwhile, the US $5-million grant from the Government of Mexico will be used to help meet the cost of equipping the hospital.

CIE Ltd while implanting its footprints on the island has been of great assistance to local construction companies sharing its expertise and knowledge to enable their growth and development.

"BE BETTER IN 2021" - MESSAGE FROM RAYNEAU

Mr Rayneau Gajadhar, CEO/Team Leader of Rayneau Group of Companies recalls that last year was a challenging yet prosperous  year; he extends thanks to his teams for their effort, energy, resilience and commitment.  '"It’s hard to believe that 2020 is over, and we are into 2021, with new goals, and new partnerships," he reiterates.

Our Team Leader believes that in spite of the CoronaVirus Pandemic which has affected many businesses locally as well as regionally, that, as we start this New Year with greater clarity, a greater determination to succeed and a renewed commitment to provide exceptional customer service, we must ask just one thing from each of us as employees – BE BETTER.

• Be better in our work – think creatively, efficiently and get the details right.
• Be better with our customers – in how we prepare, how we communicate and how we add value.
• Be better with our teammates – in how we support each other, how we communicate and how we care about them as people.
• Be better in our community – in how we give of our time and effort to make our town, city, village or neighborhood a great place to live.
• Be better with our planet – in how we recycle, minimize our footprint, and how we appreciate the natural beauty around us.
• Be better in our relationships out of the office – in how we communicate, encourage and support.
• Be better to ourselves – in our self-talk, in our personal expectations and in our commitment to being all that we can be.

Mr Gajadhar is convinced that we control how we approach our days in and out of the office or work site. He also thinks we must commit to being better every day, learn more, be more responsive, be more connected, be more aware, be tougher, be more resilient, be more creative and be more present.  In short, we should just be better.

The leader extends thanks to every member of his team for their loyalty and effort; he looks forward to a great, productive and successful New Year.