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Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%. Impact of Construction Defects Construction defects significantly affect buildings and their occupants.

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Why a High-Quality Plaster Finish Is the Unsung Hero of Every Construction Project: Unveiling Its Essential Role

UK Construction Blog

The post Why a High-Quality Plaster Finish Is the Unsung Hero of Every Construction Project: Unveiling Its Essential Role appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A high-quality plaster finish not only enhances the visual appeal of a space but plays a crucial role in its durability and functionality.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Within the AEC industry, research focuses on predicting and quantifying the impact of air leakage. By Matthew Ridgway, P.E.

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Zweig Group’s 2024 Rising Stars In the AEC Industry

Civil + Structural Engineer

By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms. For me, Rising Stars is the perfect way to start the awards season.

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The Complete Guide to Project Commissioning

Autodesk Construction Cloud

As a quality assurance test, it starts in design and continues through operations. Today’s owners are looking to build more sustainable and energy-efficient buildings in order to cut costs, and OPRs might include sustainable goals like those outlined by Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards.

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Using High-Strength TC Bolts With Certifications In Residential Buildings

CCR Magazine

This discusses the importance and application of torque-controlled bolts in residential construction. Torque-controlled bolts provide reliable connections in construction. Quality Assurance: Guarantees that the materials and manufacturing processes meet industry standards.

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Mind the gap: Minimizing embodied carbon overages

Construction Specifier

As green building practices evolve and a growing number of buy clean government policies are introduced to markets across North America, construction materials are under increasing scrutiny concerning their impact on embodied carbon.