UK Construction Blog
MARCH 26, 2025
Examples include improperly installed plumbing, electrical wiring errors, and poor finishes. Impact of Construction Defects Construction defects significantly affect buildings and their occupants. HVAC System Failures Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) defects impact comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
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. When designed and installed correctly, air barriers contribute to the long-term durability of a building. By Matthew Ridgway, P.E.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 12, 2024
HDPE Pipe Now Carries Clean Potable Water To Rural Montana Communities HARLOWTON, Mont.- Served by a variety of surface and groundwater sources, including a well drilled into an abandoned mine shaft, residents experienced firsthand the impact of water laden with minerals, total dissolved solids (TDS), and metals such as iron and manganese.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2024
He was monitoring the federally threatened bird – the Piping Plover ( Charadrius melodus ), one of several environmental conservation measures performed by the agency on all coastal restoration projects to ensure wildlife is not harmed. In addition, 10 existing storm water outfall pipe extensions were lengthened.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs. Structural Integrity Assessment To ensure a building’s safety, examining its structural integrity is essential. In plumbing, focus on leak detection and proper function of pipes and fixtures, using camera inspections when needed.
CCR Magazine
JULY 18, 2024
Initial Assessment and Consultation The inspection begins with an initial assessment and consultation. Inconsistent or low water pressure can indicate underlying issues like pipe blockages or leaks that need attention. This includes checking both interior and exterior pipes.
CK Power
DECEMBER 15, 2020
A successful project requires direct communication between the general contractor, architect and engineering firms to understand the intricacies of the healthcare facility and how to meet all of its power requirements without interfering with critical care during installation. Budgeting is everything. Then there’s the fuel line to consider.
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