UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

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. Examples include improperly installed plumbing, electrical wiring errors, and poor finishes.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Then after architect consult with a structural engineer and MEP engineer for details of the reinforcements and other detail for use, how deep your foundation will be, the size of gravel to be used, column width, electrical, plumbing, etc. Once the project is complete and handover into the owner, the contractor specifies a warranty period.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Plumbing Systems Masonry 98

OmTrak

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Their project includes the construction of a state-of-the-art cancer center and research hub, designed with an innovative suspended radiation therapy bunker on the second floor. This ensures the facility maintains the highest environmental standards while delivering exceptional healthcare and a seamless handover process.

Sustainability 84

Sustainability Green Building Energy Conservation Facility Management 84

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 24, 2023

Planning for the handover of this data needs to start during preconstruction to ensure the model has both the geometry and properties required by the owner to effectively operate and maintain the asset on day one after handover. 2.

Facility Management 52

Facility Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Handover Plumbing Systems 52

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems 40

HVAC Systems Building Information Modeling (BIM) HVAC System Installation Construction Equipment 40

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Open information exchange of Heating, Ventilating and Cooling systems (HVACie), released by the Engineer Research and Development Center for public review. HVACie extends the existing Industry Foundation Class Coordination View including equipment and system information streamlining construction shop drawing and fabrication.

HVAC Systems 40

HVAC Systems Building Information Modeling (BIM) HVAC System Installation Construction Equipment 40