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Managing moisture in construction: Effective strategies for durable roofing systems

Construction Specifier

By Chadwick Collins Photo and illustrations courtesy Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) An often-overlooked issue during new construction or a commercial renovation project is the addition of unwanted moisture into the structure. Typically, water vapor or moisture movement—called diffusion—travels from warm humid (i.e.

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10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home

The Pro Builder

Department of Energy’s Home Energy Score (HES) , which assesses the energy efficiency of a home based on its structure and heating, cooling, and hot-water systems, has a greater influence on home sale prices across the country. RELATED Why Pay Attention to HVAC Faults? 15 asphalt felt. 15 asphalt felt.

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Renovated historic site gets structural and mechanical overhaul

Construction Specifier

Renovation work included significant reinforcement of the original structure, restoration of historic interior trim, and upgrading modern mechanical and fire safety systems through original masonry walls. Many of the original doors have been restored and fixed in place on unit walls and throughout hallways.

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Robust Facilities Sustainment Solution

Job Order Contracting

to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. Implement a robust physical asset facilities maintenance process integrating scheduled, unscheduled repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks. #3.

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Top Repairs or Replacements to Take Care of Before Winter Arrives

CCR Magazine

Get Your HVAC System Checked, Including the Furnace In Stow, where winters can be bitterly cold, having a fully functional heating system is a necessity. Your HVAC system , particularly your furnace, plays a vital role in keeping your home comfortable throughout the winter.

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The Desert Comfort Idea Home: a True Desert Oasis

The Pro Builder

To do so, he combined and optimized several commercially available materials, products, systems, and practices—including insulated concrete forms (ICFs), structural insulated panels (SIPs), and a “plug-and-play” ducting system—that currently live outside the mainstream of the housing industry.

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Vaisala HQ excels in sustainability with S-5! solar solutions.

CCR Magazine

a global leader in metal roof attachments, helped them to achieve their goals. Among these are a state-of-the-art, 492-panel rooftop solar array, a highly efficient VRF mechanical system (HVAC), and a striking, vertical, double-skin curtain wall facade, all meticulously orchestrated to minimize energy consumption.