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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

These stricter regulations aim to reduce energy consumption and enhance overall building performance, making air barriers a key element in todays construction practices. By preventing uncontrolled air movement between conditioned and unconditioned spaces, they help regulate indoor temperatures, control moisture, and improve energy efficiency.

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Adapting to Regulatory Changes: Navigating New Building Codes in 2025

Construction Daily News

Expect to see greater energy efficiency, fire resistance, structural resilience, ADA accessibility, and technology integration woven into local building codes in 2025. Foundation Waterproofing and Utility Insulation Retrofitting and/or rehabilitating historical structures is one of the top trends in modern construction.

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How to Choose Trusted Tiny Home Builders in Queensland: Expert Guide 2025

UK Construction Blog

Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements. Builders must follow fire safety regulations that cover smoke alarm installation and emergency service access. Non-sewered areas require extra certifications for on-site wastewater treatment systems. Maximum height: 4.3m

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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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PODCAST: Episode 5 – Building envelope training and expertise

GCP Applied Technologies

Fire proofing. Fire protection. Liquid waterproofing. Waterproofing. Energy efficient solutions. Basement waterproofing. Cold applied waterproofing. Fluid applied waterproofing. Liquid applied waterproofing. Sheet applied waterproofing. Waterproofing accessories.

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Project briefcases

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproofing, fireproofing, concrete admixtures and more combined to protect and preserve these important landmarks. World-class combined waterproofing solution seals Doha Metro Red Line Sth. In addition, the tight construction schedule necessitated a system with a rapid application speed and cure time. read more. .

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Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success

Construction Specifier

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The architectural design of curtain walls must be developed alongside increasing demand for high-performing, energy-efficient solutions. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.