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On Point Contracting Uses Free Services from Rocky Mountain Snow Guards

CCR Magazine

During the past four years, On Point Contracting has used the free layout and quote services at Rocky Mountain Snow Guards at least once or twice a week. The solar panels had to be repositioned from a portrait to landscape orientation while its racking system was also transposed. Thats at least 200 times since 2021.

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MBCEA Announces 2024 Building of the Year Winners

Civil + Structural Engineer

It includes a total of seven buildings erected together to create an all-in-one complex with a standing seam metal roof and insulated metal wall panels. was the metal building systems provider. was the metal building systems provider. Chief Buildings was the metal building manufacturer and provided the metal roof.

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Western Specialty Contractors Restoring Minneapolis’ Historic Wesley Church

Civil + Structural Engineer

The church is located adjacent to the Minneapolis Convention Center and was once connected to a recreation center via a skyway system, which has long since been removed. Substance Church contracted with Western in May 2023 to restore the building’s façade.

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Carbon emission concerns are rapidly changing delivery requirements for construction projects

Civil + Structural Engineer

The proposed enhancements will expand the facility’s footprint, boost inspection capabilities, reorganize traffic flow through improved lane systems, enhance lighting, install canopy systems and ensure the provision of a secure detention area. The facility’s exterior is deteriorating, and its old building systems must be replaced.

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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. These systems run throughout buildings, making repairs particularly invasive and expensive.

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Granular Local Market Cost Data is Essential for Construction Cost Visibility & Management

Job Order Contracting

Conclusion: Relying on national cost data plus a location factor creates systemic cost visibility and management failures , leading to 30%-40% errors, increased change orders, and loss of cost control. Difficulties in contract negotiations due to unreliable cost baselines. adjustment factor estimates a roofing project at $25 per SF.

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No Pressure: How Will JCoP Help Construction Companies Keep Their Water Locked Away?

UK Construction Blog

Without a system that can monitor water flow in real time, sites are highly vulnerable to these risks and weve found that two in every three sites without such a system will report water damages. This system enables automatic water flow monitoring and the ability to shut off the supply. Clearly, its a major problem.