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Prefab ADUs: A Rising Trend in Affordable Housing and Off-Site Construction Solutions

The Pro Builder

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Additionally, building in a controlled setting can reduce material waste, providing both environmental and cost benefits.

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Renovate or Extend? How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs

UK Construction Blog

But, your specific approach mattersa homeowner who extends but salvages and recycles materials may create less environmental impact than someone who remodels and sends all waste to landfill. New Flooring : Quality flooring installation ranges from 25-100 per square metre depending on materials chosen.

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Save Time & Money on Construction Projects with Drone Mapping

CCR Magazine

Drone mapping has become a valuable tool in construction, changing how projects are planned and carried out. By taking high-quality images of the land and site conditions, drone mapping helps identify and address potential problems early in the project. Switching from manual surveys to drone mapping greatly improves efficiency.

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Article 4 Direction: What Property Owners Need to Know Before Converting

UK Construction Blog

This special planning regulation gives local planning authorities extra control by restricting permitted development rights in specific areas or for particular types of development. To determine if your property is subject to an Article 4 Direction, check with your local planning authority or review their interactive maps online.

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Essential Temporary Infrastructure for Large Commercial Projects

CCR Magazine

Key Notes Temporary offices double as secure document storage and climate-controlled team hubs. Strategic fencing protects equipment and meets OSHA regulations for weather-resistant materials. Temporary Construction Fencing Safety and security are priorities on any job site. Temporary fencing regulations are set by OSHA.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

In construction, environmental regulations generally focus on stormwater, waste disposal, hazardous waste handling, and air quality. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) is a federal law that governs the generation, transportation, treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. View the ESA species list here.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.