HardHatChat
APRIL 20, 2010
Reusable elements should include: Steel and concrete – save as much of the physical shell as you can. The base structure – no need to pour a new foundation. Roof systems – depending on their age and how they work into the new plan. Concrete slabs – only cut as needed to accommodate tenants.
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 18, 2021
Also, read: IS 516:1959 Most Important Point (Method of Tests For Strength of Concrete). After the foundation work is completed, ground beam formwork preparation has been started and poured with concrete. Prepare Construction Site and Pour Foundation. Complete Rough Plumbing, Electrical HVAC. Building Permits.
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Construction Daily News
MAY 16, 2023
Interior concrete flooring always needs a solid barrier underneath it to prevent moisture from seeping up from the ground. A concrete flooring moisture barrier prevents cracking, curling, efflorescence and air quality problems, and it may even be a requirement in building codes and warranties. It can also lead to floor discoloration.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 28, 2024
Consider factors such as size, style, layout, number of rooms, and special features like outdoor spaces, basements, or energy-saving systems. In addition to your contractor, you may need to work with an architect, an engineer, and subcontractors specializing in plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC systems.
Construction Specifier
JULY 25, 2024
The construction process and various finishing activities, such as pouring concrete, or dry wall finishing, can generate large amounts of moisture. Left unaddressed, this moisture can migrate into various areas of the structure, including into the roofing system, leaving materials wet and deteriorating. A 102-mm (4-in.)-thick
Commercial Construction Blog
JULY 28, 2017
For example, depending on a site’s soil makeup, timber piles may need to be driven into the ground or concrete caissons poured to support a building’s foundation. Likewise, although expensive infrastructure like refrigeration and HVAC are in place, they could possibly be at the end of their life expectancy or require maintenance.
BDC Network
MARCH 29, 2024
And replacing older inefficient fossil-fuel heating equipment with electric heat pump systems may lower energy costs and will improve employee comfort through effective heating and cooling. Any cost increase for more efficient energy systems should be evaluated through the lens of economic savings, ease of maintenance, and durability.
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