Field Notes.
Equipment guides, site prep tips, and notes on Bahamian construction from the TNB yard.
How to spec base course for a concrete slab in Nassau
Soil conditions in New Providence vary by location. Here's what to order, how much to order, and how to time the delivery before you pour.
CAT 330L or CAT 450E: picking the right machine
Both are on the yard and both will dig your site. Here's when each earns its day rate — and when speccing the wrong one costs you.
Mobilization fees: what goes into the cost
Every machine on the rate sheet carries a mob fee. It's not padding — here's exactly what it covers and how to think about it when you're planning a job.
Topsoil vs fill dirt: when to use which
They look similar coming off the truck. Their use cases don't overlap. Using the wrong one under a slab is a common and expensive mistake.
Renting vs buying: the math for Nassau contractors
The break-even depends on utilization. For most New Providence contractors, the number is higher than people expect.
When to add a concrete pump to your truck order
The Mack truck handles most Nassau pours fine. Here's the job profile that makes a pump worth the add-on.
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