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Design and Construction Solutions for Commercial Building Efficiency

Wolgast Corporation

Building an efficient and sustainable commercial building can be perceived to be costly and complicated, but it does not have to be. Working with an experienced Design-Build Contractor can save you money and provide guidance for savings from sustainable and long-lasting material investments.

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Proactive Water Management: Best Practices for Buildings of the Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Yaron Dycian, Chief Product and Strategy Officer, WINT Water Intelligence Building and operating a modern commercial property or industrial facility requires a major ongoing investment of resources. Unfortunately, inefficiency and mismanagement of water resources remain among the most significant threats to a building’s performance.

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Materials to Deter Cockroaches: Guide to Pest-Resistant Builds

CCR Magazine

In the battle against urban pests, prevention through strategic material selection offers a powerful first line of defense. While many property owners focus on post-infestation treatments, the choice of building materials during construction can significantly reduce or even prevent cockroach problems before they begin.

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Why I Chose a Tiny Container Home Over a Tiny House (Real Costs Revealed)

UK Construction Blog

This made me look for different ways to build a home. These containers come pre-built, which cuts down on labour costs and wastes less material. These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. The best part is that container homes take less time to build. Container homes need less space to build.

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10 Effective Ways to Reduce Commercial Energy Consumption on Construction Sites

UK Construction Blog

Construction firms can lower commercial energy costs by replacing outdated machinery and using innovative monitoring systems while improving operational performance and sustainability. These systems both find operational shortcomings and stop ineffective energy loss while providing guidance to solve performance problems.

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Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Lessons From The New American Home 2023

The Pro Builder

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

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The Desert Comfort Idea Home: a True Desert Oasis

The Pro Builder

The project is the brainchild—and now the personal home—of Mark LaLiberte , a renowned building science expert and co-founder and president of Construction Instruction , a consultancy and training facility based in Denver. There is a very limited labor force, especially when you’re doing something really state-of-the-art,” Leavitt says. “It