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Fibre optics are telecommunications cables that get installed underground. Light signals transfer broadband signals through the fibre optics cables to deliver data quickly. THB has a team of contractors who specialise in laying fibre optics for residential and commercial clients throughout the United Kingdom. Here is a breakdown of the steps we use to lay fibre optics for our clients: 1) Dig a Trench Our workers will dig a trench for the duct that eventually goes into the ground. It won’t be a significantly deep trench but deep enough to contain and secure the duct and fibre optics cables. In addition, we’ll attempt to make the trench as straight as possible. That will make it easier to blow the fibre optics later on.   2) Lay the Ducting The next step is to lay the ducting in the trench. Again, we’ll keep the ducting straight, so it can avoid getting impacted by sharp sticks or stones surrounding it. Orange ducting will be placed underground and connected to black ducting aboveground.   3) Blow the Fibre Optics Through the Ducting Now we must blow the fibre optics through the underground ducting by injecting compressed air into it. We can move the fibre optics cables a few hundred metres through the blowing process.   4) Install the Wall Panel Boxes A plastic panel box will get installed on the inside and outside of the property. The fibre optics cables will be allowed to enter the property through these boxes.   Contact Us Do you need THB to lay fibre optics on your property? Call us at 0800 0146 420 for more information.

THB offers comprehensive traffic management services approved by the National Highways Sector Scheme. It ensures we uphold the strict UK and local legal requirements for managing traffic while construction work takes place on road sites. Here is a breakdown of the steps involved in the traffic management process: 1) Early Consultation with the Contractors Our highly trained and experienced traffic managers will consult with your contractors and worksite team about the available options for managing on-site traffic. We’ll take photographs of the site and gather any other important documentation necessary to prepare for the job.   2) Design CAD Drawings of the Site Our advanced CAD technicians will create custom CAD drawings of the site based on the photographic and documentary evidence gathered. The CAD drawings will help us visualize the potential traffic management system that will get put in place.   3) Create a Plan Our project administrators will work with local authorities to gather the permits needed so that you can legally conduct your worksite project. A traffic management plan will get established and approved by the local authorities.   4) Implement the Plan The final step is to implement the plan. Our team of site operatives will go out to your worksite location and perform the traffic management service lawfully and safely. We’ll make sure everything stays within the confines of the law. That way, you won’t receive any fines or penalties from the local or national government.   Contact Us Do you need THB to provide traffic management services based on specific legal requirements? Call us at 0800 0146 420 for more information.

Laying tarmac is an effective way to improve the appearance and condition of your driveway or roads. THB uses a comprehensive process to lay down the various tarmac materials so that you end up with a strong and sturdy driveway for your vehicles. Here is a breakdown of the steps involved in this process: 1) Excavate the Ground The first step is to excavate the ground where the tarmac will get laid. The purpose of the excavation is to level the ground surface before the materials are applied.   2) Install the Edgings Edgings must be installed to secure the tarmac in a fixed location on the property. Otherwise, the edges of the tarmac could diminish and fall apart after parking your vehicle on it repeatedly.   3) Apply the Base Layer Our installers will lay down a base material made of a larger grade aggregate like a Geotextile woven membrane. We’ll use rollers to help compact the aggregate layer as much as possible. The base layer reduces the risk of sinking and weed growth coming through the tarmac.   4) Install Drainage Drainage areas will get installed to prevent excess water from accumulating in the driveway after the tarmac gets laid.   5) Lay the Tarmac Now the tarmac is ready to be laid on the surface. We usually add about two inches of tarmac on top of the base layer.   Contact Us Do you need a professional contractor to lay tarmac on your property in the United Kingdom? Call us at 0800 0146 420 for more information.

Putting colour back in to the community THB initially came up with the idea to start laying colourful patterned preform thermoplastic on road crossings as a way of enhancing the natural look of our roads. Since conception, THB have installed over 140 colourful shared spaces and crossings nationally – transferring the drab and dreary into something fun and colourful. Here is a breakdown of the steps involved in this process: 1) Get a Location and Design The first step is to create a desired design with a location in mind. Once we have received the design, dimensions and location, we can provide a drawing ready for printing. Bare in mind permits may need to be acquired beforehand for the works to take place.   2) Printing and delivery Once confirmed, the entire design is then printed directly onto thermoplastic sheets and packed into boxes. The install is then shipped and delivered to our depot.   3) Measure and Clean the Installation Area Once an installation date has been confirmed, we will ensure the area is ready and prepared for the works.  Often we may need to cleanse, dry, sweep or fix areas that have fallen into disrepair. A final measurement will be taken to ensure that the install will fit within the dimensions.   4) Apply Adhesive The operatives will then evenly apply a specialised primer in preparation for the thermoplastic sheets. This ensures adhesion to the road surface.   5) Installation The preformed thermoplastic sheets are then laid in the out in order to make the desired pattern/design. Once correctly laid out, the install is then bonded to the surface through heat. Typically, we use an industrial heater that evenly applies heat to the material and surface until adequately   Contact Us Do you want a colourful crossing/shared space installed in your local area? If so, contact THB at 0800 0146 420 for more information or to request an installation of our colourful installs.

Roads and forecourts are susceptible to all kinds of contaminant spills, including oil, fuel, dirt, chemicals, and other debris. These spills could damage the bitumen content or asphalt of a surface if not removed quickly. Hydroblasting is the best solution for removing spills and dirt from surfaces and cleaning them thoroughly. It doesn’t just have to be road spills and dirt, either. Our hydroblasting technology can clean industrial equipment, machinery, boilers, and other hard surfaces where waste deposits lie. THB has a team of professional hydroblasting technicians who possess all the necessary health and safety accreditations required to perform this work on highways, roads, and other worksites. We take care of the entire spill and dirt removal process from beginning to end.   Here are the six steps we use to remove spills and dirt with our hydroblaster technology. 1) Install Roadblocks and Safety Barriers Oil or chemical spills create hazards for the general public. For this reason, installing temporary roadblocks and safety barriers is imperative to keep motorists and pedestrians away from the spill sites. THB has a traffic management team that takes fast action in setting up these barriers to preserve public safety. We always comply with all environmental regulations before, during, and after the spill removal procedure is executed.   2) Traffic Management The traffic control safety officers will guide the traffic on the road away from the spillage site if necessary. Additional traffic safety measures may get put in place during the clean-up procedure, including road closures, stop & go systems, pedestrian management, slip road closures, and other diversionary measures.   3) Hydroblasting Hydroblasting to remove oil or chemical spills requires 98-degree hot water pumping out at 30 litres per minute. Our engineers will mix an environmentally friendly detergent and foam with the hot water to create a viable cleaning solution for public surfaces. After that, the hydroblasting technicians will blast the spills with high-pressure water and push the spills to the side of the road.   4) Cleansing The surfaces must get cleansed immediately. So, the hydroblasting technicians will blast the tarmac with clean filtered water to rinse any debris particles from its surface. The goal is to make the road sparkly clean again.   5) Vacuuming Now we extract the oil, chemical, and debris from the roadside with our high-powered vacuum unit. It is powerful enough to safely and thoroughly remove the worst messes and spills from any hard surface. Our technicians will work diligently to ensure every particle and droplet of the spill is extracted from the roadside.   6) Cleaning Up The final step is removing our equipment and traffic signage and restoring the road to the public. The entire hydroblasting process of removing spills shouldn’t take more than two hours, depending on the size of the spill.   Contact Us Do you need to remove spills or dirt from your surfaces? Contact THB at 0800 0146 420 to learn more about our hydroblasting services and how they can help you remove dangerous or stubborn spills and dirt from surfaces.

THB has a team of road line removal specialists that uses hydroblasting technology to remove line markings from hard surfaces, such as roads and hard surfaces. We have engineers well-trained and equipped with the latest innovative hydroblaster technology for removing line markings quickly and safely from surfaces. Our hydroblaster service comes in handy if you need to remove skid marks and painted markings from roads. During the hydroblasting process, there is minimum disruption to surrounding traffic, and all nearby pedestrians remain safe. In addition, no strange odours, fumes, smoke, or chemicals emit from the hydroblasting process because it is a 100% water-based line marking removal solution. Below are the top 5 steps of how we use our hydroblaster to remove line markings from roads and surfaces. 1) Prepare Equipment Our hydroblasting equipment consists of a filtered water tank, high-powered vacuum, high-pressure pump, and hydroblaster unit. First, the THB engineers prepare the high-pressure pump and hydroblaster to ensure they are set up correctly and fully operational. After that, the filtered water tank is connected to the pump and hydroblaster.   2) Set up Traffic Management Removing line markings from roads requires planning and traffic management because roadblocks and signs have to be temporarily installed to warn motorists on the road. THB has traffic management professionals who work alongside our hydroblasting technicians to keep the worksite safe for everybody. The traffic managers will take specific actions to divert traffic away from the hydroblasting location, including lane closures, road closures, pedestrian management, temporary pedestrian crossings, variable message signage, stop & go systems, and the use of traffic safety control officers.   3) Hydroblast the Line Markings Now our hydroblasting technicians are ready to get to work. They will turn on the high-pressure pump and perform a low-volume hydroblasting action on the line markings on the road. No hazardous fumes or chemicals are emitted because it is 100% water-based. The technicians ensure the high-pressure pump doesn’t use too much water pressure to preserve the condition of the asphalt and road surfaces. Instead, we use just enough water pressure to remove the polymer line markups without causing any damage to the surfaces.   4) Vacuum the Leftover Polymer and Thermoplastic Debris The hydroblasting loosens the polymer and thermoplastic debris from the road surfaces. The next step is removing these debris particles from the surfaces with a special vacuum device. The technicians will use a high-powered vacuum to extract the debris particles from the road safely. This saves our client the trouble of cleaning up the debris particles themselves.   5) Clean Up We’ll rinse off the road one last time after the debris particles are extracted and prepare to release the road back to the public. Our traffic managers will remove all the signage and other temporary traffic management items from the roads and roadsides. When we’re done cleaning and packing up our equipment, the roads will look spotless with no markups whatsoever.   Contact Us Do you need to request a hydroblasting service to remove line markings from your roads or surfaces? Contact us at 0800 0146 420 for more information or to submit your service request today.

High friction surfacing (Commonly referred to as anti-skid) is a material and installation process by which road surfaces become less prone to skidding and loss of friction. Through increasing skid resistance and reducing braking distance we can  reduce  the potential for accidents. Typical locations for high friction surfacing include – Road junctions Traffic Light approaches Pedestrian crossings Roundabouts Roads that have high accident levels Around ‘SLOW’ and speed roundels Pedestrianised areas Different surface colours can be used  to increase visibility for safety purposes. Since implementation, it has proven to be a highly successful method of road safety. Bold and bright colours are used to instruct or warn drivers when they need to slow down. HFS also possesses increased reflectivity over conventional road surfaces, allowing drivers and pedestrians to see the areas better at night. There are two types of high friction surfacing: hot applied and cold applied. Hot applied works by adhesion through heat application to the road surface whilst cold applied works by adhesion to the road through chemical bond. Although we provide both services, cold-applied systems are often preferred amongst local councils and authorities due to its increased hardwearing nature and resultant longevity. This is a more sustainable method as any excess material can be swept, collected, and used again. The cold-applied method uses a mixture of chemical components and one or more liquids to cover a surface. Another method that allows us to increase a road/surface anti skid properties is through retexturing. This is carried out through hydroblasting technology. Click here to see how we do this.   Certifications and Capabilities 60% of all our HFS operatives are accredited with Level 2 High Friction Surfacing qualifications. We also hold BBA certification which allows us to install high friction surfacing on all roads including highways. This allows clients to authenticate and specify suppliers for construction of their prospective projects. Being BBA certified ensures confidence for a client in the knowledge that we are not only  complying to UK standards but operating at the highest of standards when it comes to high friction installation.

Hydroblasting is a safe and effective way to remove lines and debris from roads and hard surfaces. It also comes in handy when you need to re-texture asphalt and deep clean surfaces to ensure all the dirt particles are removed from the pores and cracks. The hydroblasting process involves spraying high-pressure concentrated water onto surfaces to remove the line markings, dirt, and debris covering them. The technicians come equipped with filtered water and a high-pressure pump to spray the water at an accelerated rate. The high-speed impact of the water knocks the markings and debris off the surface within minutes. Do you need to clean up a roadway or some other asphalt surface? If so, you should consider using our hydroblasting services.   Below are the top five benefits of hydroblasting for your surface cleaning project. 1) Low Volume Action Don’t worry about any loud roaring motors running the high-pressure pump. The hydroblasting system has a low volume operation to ensure that your neighbours and the public are not disturbed. So feel free to request a hydroblasting service during the day because the low-volume operation won’t bother anyone.   2) Waste Materials Are Removed Hydroblasting loosens the debris on hard surfaces, but they don’t necessarily make them disappear. That is why our technicians use a high-powered vacuum to extract the loose waste materials from the surface after the hydroblaster loosens them. Then you won’t need to clean them up or have the wind blow them onto your property.   3) No Property Damage The high-pressure pump can cause the water pressure to go as high as 40,000 psi. However, the high-pressure blasting won’t damage or affect the surface material. Our technicians will use the proper water pressure amount to eliminate all the line markings and debris from your surfaces without causing damage or residual effects.   4) No Dangerous or Hazardous Fumes Our modern hydroblasting system has an environmentally friendly design. As a result, no dangerous or hazardous fumes are produced or emitted during the hydroblasting operation. In addition, hydroblasting doesn’t produce any smoke either. If you need to hydroblast a road at night time, you can do so without endangering any of the surrounding drivers or pedestrians.   5) Filtered Water Good quality water is essential to use during the hydroblasting process. When you hire our professional hydroblasting service, your surfaces will get cleaned with 100% filtered water. That way, no contamination will get spread around and cause environmental problems. Filtered water is one more way hydroblasting is environmentally friendly. Your surfaces will be left looking spotless without any grime or residue left behind.    Contact a Professional Hydroblasting Service Provider Do you need to request a professional hydroblasting service in the United Kingdom? Call us at 0800 0146 420 to request a hydroblasting service today. THB serves clients in every county, whether you’re a local public official, commercial property owner, or residential property owner. Our technicians work fast and efficiently to deliver exemplary results to our clients. We know you will not be disappointed.

THB is one of the largest and most reputable contractors in the United Kingdom. We offer a wide range of construction and property maintenance services, including civil engineering, road lining, road marking, surfacing, hydroblasting, telecoms, railways, drainage, and crack & joint sealing. We know there are many other contractors to choose from in the UK. However, THB is different because we have over 20 years of diverse experience in the industry. As a result, our range of specialties and skills is unmatched by our local and national competitors.   High-Quality Equipment High-quality maintenance services require the use of high-quality equipment. Our advanced equipment and specialised training make us the perfect company to maintain car parks, warehouses, factories, sports stadiums, playgrounds, estate roads, airfields, and any other location with hard surfaces. We have a large fleet of specialist vehicles, construction plants, paint applicators, and paint sprayers. Our professional workshops maintain this equipment and resources to ensure they are reliable for our work. We strive to achieve client satisfaction by utilising the best skills and equipment to perform each job.   No Outsourcing Our dedicated team of contractors never outsources to third-party companies or subcontractors. Instead, all of the contracting work performed comes from workers of our own company. Not only does this guarantee better-quality results, but it also allows us to keep our prices low too. So you can enjoy the benefits of receiving high-quality services at affordable prices.   Accredited All our THB operatives possess a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card, which required them to undergo specialised training and a qualification verification scheme to ensure their skills and credentials. In addition, we are an accredited company that upholds industry standards of excellence and customer satisfaction.   Continuous Training The training of our workers never stops. We continue to receive regular training to stay updated on the latest advancements and regulations regarding Quality Awareness, Health & Safety, and Traffic Management. That is why we’re the national leaders of the industry because we continuously invest in new training, research, technology, and materials to be the most competitive company in the United Kingdom.   Outstanding Reputation THB has spent more than 20 years building an exemplary reputation in the industry. We have established several long-term contracts and business relationships with numerous types of clients across the UK. These relationships wouldn’t exist without building trust and demonstrating the highest degree of professionalism possible every time we serve our clients. We always strive to go above and beyond the industry standards to ensure our clients are 100% satisfied every single time. No other construction company can match our reputation and high customer satisfaction rate.   24/7 Availability THB offers 24/7 availability to our clients across the UK. Since some construction and maintenance projects are better to be performed at night time, we like to keep a 24/7 schedule open to accommodate the most convenient times for our clients. Our THB headquarters is located in London, but we have operational depots in major cities nationwide. Call us at 0800 0146 420 if you need an emergency call-out service or urgent assistance somewhere in the UK.