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How Basement Underpinning Can Improve Your Home’s Plumbing System

Construction Placements

How Basement Underpinning Can Improve Your Home’s Plumbing System Explore the transformative power of basement underpinning in this insightful guide. Uncover how it not only reinforces your home's foundation but also revolutionizes your plumbing system, bringing efficiency, safety, and added value to your living space.

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La Nube STEAM Discovery Center opens in El Paso with a focus on transformative learning experiences

Civil + Structural Engineer

In partnership with Gyroscope and Jordan Foster Construction, Arup, Exigo, and Snøhetta provided architecture and engineering services for La Nube, which is located in Downtown El Paso’s Arts District and was designed to engage visitors of all ages. We are honored to contribute to such a significant project for our community.

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New specification for polypropylene piping to provide updated standards

Construction Specifier

(PPI) The Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) has launched an innovative Model Specification, revolutionizing the selection and installation of polypropylene plastic piping in plumbing and mechanical projects. Notably, polypropylene systems leverage heat fusion for leak-free connections without open flames.

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Everything You Need to Know About Building Your Own Home

CCR Magazine

Consider factors such as size, style, layout, number of rooms, and special features like outdoor spaces, basements, or energy-saving systems. You’ll need to factor in costs for land purchase, permits, fees, architectural and engineering services, and potential landscaping. Budgeting Setting a realistic budget is critical.

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Home Repairs That Are Best Left To The Experts

CCR Magazine

Plumbing Repairs Plumbing issues can range from minor leaks to major pipe bursts, and attempting to rectify them without proper training can exacerbate the problem. Plumbing repairs often entail working with water supply, sewage, and gas lines, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of plumbing systems and building codes.

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Housing the Future within the Past: The Transformation of University Hall at the University of Alabama

Civil + Structural Engineer

To tackle this acoustic challenge, Provost and his team went on a walkthrough at the same time as the architecture and engineering team. One of the major challenges stemmed from the site’s adjacency to a main campus entry point, which introduced noise via the major pedestrian thoroughfare and a dumpster pickup spot.

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What is a ‘Construction Defect’: Identifying and Addressing Issues

Building Radar

Design defects occur when the architectural plans or engineering calculations are faulty, leading to structural or performance issues. Some common examples include: Foundation cracks : These are often caused by poor soil preparation or faulty foundation design, leading to uneven settling and structural weaknesses.