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WINT urges construction industry to tighten up water management processes amid UK JCoP regulation

Civil + Structural Engineer

The new water management standard enforces Mandatory Water Systems Management Plans, Active Automatic Flow Monitoring Shutoff (AAFMS), and coverage for temporary and permanent water systems. Equally, many insurers will require compliance with JCoP guidelines to provide coverage.

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A Case (Study) for Off-Site Construction in Home Building

The Pro Builder

Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction No Compromise With Prefab Housing Seeds of Change: Digital Models Aid Accuracy Daybreak’s collection of three- and four-bedroom, two-story attached townhomes is Hallmark’s first collaboration with Agorus. Overall, we’re very happy with the process.” What About Design?

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Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes

UK Construction Blog

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Examples include improperly installed plumbing, electrical wiring errors, and poor finishes.

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Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint

BDC Network

The increasing impacts of climate change are driving a global urgency for carbon neutrality. In facility ownership and management, it's essential to recognize the responsibilities and opportunities that come with this sense of urgency. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

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

UK Construction Blog

This suggests a major change in how people want to live. Container homes are great because you can change them easily. These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. Modern container homes’ Heat Recovery Ventilation System keeps 85% of thermal energy. billion by 2031. to AUD$56.57 per square foot.

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7 Critical Steps to Renovating Your House in the Right Order

UK Construction Blog

This step might not be the most exciting, but trust me, its the foundation for everything else. Inspect the foundation. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures. Flickering lights or outdated systems might need immediate attention. Fix these before considering any cosmetic changes.

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Adventures in Renovation: The Historic Courthouse and the Stair and Elevator Tower Conundrum

Civil + Structural Engineer

A significant number of MEP systems, some active and some abandoned, needed to be demolished and moved out of the footprint of the tower just under the second floor roof. New micropiles were drilled to support the tower foundations and massive structural steel columns were set in place to support the tall tower.