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What Every Homeowner Should Know Before Their Next Renovation

UK Construction Blog

Between 2020 and 2023, median spend jumped 60%, from $15,000 to $24,000. So if you’re planning for an energy system upgrade, don’t skip on the smartest investments: energy-efficient systems. These include high-efficiency HVACs, heat-pump water heaters, and smart thermostats that can already cut your energy bill by 20-40%.

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Queens Chamber of Commerce Honors Nichiren Shoshu Temple Upgrade

CCR Magazine

New HVAC, electrical systems and structural steel framing were installed. On the exterior, BR Construction dressed the building with a new stucco façade, slate roofing, architectural copper trim, architectural windows, and glass doors—all with an aesthetic faithful to and inclusive of many elements of the religion’s Japanese origins.

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Current Conditions of America’s Schools

Job Order Contracting

Source: 2020, GAO Report – K-12 EDUCATION School Districts Frequently Identified Multiple Building Systems Needing Updates or Replacement GAO-20-494). In nearly all districts GAO visited, security also had become a top priority, with some districts prioritizing security updates over replacing building systems, such as HVAC.

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Construction Material Outlook Q1 2024

The MCP Group

Construction Material Outlook – Q1 2024 Lumber: Trending up In 2023, lumber prices experienced an overall decline following the spikes observed in 2020. Advanced commercial roofing solutions are growing more popular as they are perceived to have a lower environmental impact. To address workforce demand that drives the U.S.

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The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future

BD+C

K-12 Schools Healthcare Facilities Office Buildings Public Health Labs Regulations Energy-Efficient Design Green Specifications Insulation Energy Efficient Roofing Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion.

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BubblyNet’s Human-Centered Approach Boosts Productivity, Reduces Stress

CCR Magazine

4) Better mental health: Dynamic lighting systems can boost mood by reducing fatigue and improving mental health. (5) 5) The Hidden Cost of Poor Air Quality: High CO2 Levels Slash Productivity Similarly, ventilation and temperature control systems can automatically respond to high carbon dioxide (CO2) levels and rising heat.

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Chase Center LEED Gold Certification: Q&A with Sustainability Team

Stok

The Chase Center officially achieved LEED Gold certification in July 2020, joining only four other NBA arenas that have achieved LEED Gold or higher to date. The water travels through an on-site water treatment system before being pumped back into each buildings’ restroom flush fixtures.