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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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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. Impact of Construction Defects Construction defects significantly affect buildings and their occupants.

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Roof Requirements for Home Insurance: Coverage Insights and Contractor Tips

CCR Magazine

When it comes to protecting your home, the roof plays a crucial role, not only in safeguarding against the elements but also in influencing your home insurance coverage and premiums. What are the Key Roof Requirements for Home Insurance Coverage? How do roof materials affect insurance premiums?

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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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Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success

Construction Specifier

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Design-assist is a popular procurement method for curtain wall systems in today’s commercial market, intended to help resolve these challenges, particularly for custom curtain walls with unique performance requirements and/or unique material configurations.

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Top tips for reducing warehouse maintenance costs

GCP Applied Technologies

Here are several ways to do so: Carefully assess the aisle width. DUCTILCRETE® engineered slab systems significantly reduce control joints and curling. Verify that the HVAC systems are sited properly. Speak to a specialist about using DUCTILCRETE® engineered slab systems on your next project. Consider lighting needs.

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Leveraging Local Marketplaces for Efficient Home Building

UK Construction Blog

In this article, well explore how leveraging local marketplaces can make your home-building journey more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly, while ensuring you get the right materials for your specific needs. Be sure to check the manufacturers warranty for added peace of mind.