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Long-Term Maintenance Tips for Storm-Damaged Roofs

CCR Magazine

Does your roof display evidence of storm damage? Recent data indicates that residential roofs are suffering unprecedented hurricane damage which carries major implications for extended maintenance and repair costs. Homes with older roofs experienced higher susceptibility to storm damage because of their age. The good news?

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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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Smart Construction Practices: Prioritizing Flood Risk Assessment For Project Success

UK Construction Blog

The post Smart Construction Practices: Prioritizing Flood Risk Assessment For Project Success appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Among the various factors that construction projects need to consider, one of the critical is the assessment of environmental risks.

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BIM Dimensions 101: 3D, 4D, 5D,6D, 7D, 8D, & Beyond

Autodesk Construction Cloud

It includes the structure's geometry, such as walls, floors, roofs, and other architectural elements, as well as their physical properties like materials and finishes. Sustainability 6D BIM integrates environmental data into the model. Essentially, 3D BIM lets you create and visualize the building's design. What is 6D BIM?:

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. Failure to follow local and federal environmental requirements can lead to significant financial penalties, civil action, and even criminal charges.

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The next destination: Passive design airports

BDC Network

It’s a push that is being endorsed by the members of the International Air and Transport Association (IATA) in its road map to Fly Net Zero by 2050. Airports are installing more energy efficient systems for heating, ventilation, cooling, and electrical power and lighting. But careful detailing and design can lessen their impact.

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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

Buildern

These guidelines cover everything from how structures are designed to the electrical systems, plumbing, fire safety measures, and even accessibility. Picture it like a super-detailed treasure map that shows every nook and cranny of a building before it’s even built. Permits ensure that your project plays by the rules.