Buildern

JULY 30, 2025

Whether you’re checking cost breakdowns or tracking approvals, you’re working with clarity. When choosing the right one, your end goal shouldn’t be adding more tools to the workflow, but investing in one system that covers the core steps from estimating to sending the final client invoice. A built-in portal makes this easier.

Schedule Management

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Load bearing walls carry structural loads from floors, ceilings, and roofs above. The process requires qualified structural engineers who calculate existing loads, design appropriate beam systems, and specify installation procedures. Some contractors assume party wall procedures can run parallel with other approvals.

Wall Systems

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

Prefabrication

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

Look at the following elements: Exterior Materials : What materials are used for the siding, roofing, and trim? Roof Shape : Is your roof gabled, hipped, or flat? Roofing : Match the roofing material, color, and pitch. Consider the Roof Design The roof is a key element in making your addition look like it belongs.

Roofing Systems

West Shore Construction

MAY 20, 2025

Cons: Not HVHZ Approved : Polypropylene doesnt meet the standards for High Velocity Hurricane Zones like Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. This helps prevent interior damage and reduces the risk of roof lift due to interior pressurization during high winds. DIY Friendly : Lightweight and easy to install with minimal tools.

Insurance Management

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Phase 3: Approvals and Permits (1-3 Months) Development Application (DA) Most substantial extensions require council approval through a Development Application process. Phase 3: Approvals and Permits (1-3 Months) Development Application (DA) Most substantial extensions require council approval through a Development Application process.

Painting/finishing

Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

Project blueprints and drawings : This is a detailed plan that consists of the floor plan, foundation plan, elevations, roof plan, electrical layouts, and more. The subs or vendors receive an email without the need to log into the system. A contractor can add an e-signature section where a client signs and approves the proposal.

Risk Management

CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

He reviewed the 2020 and 2023 backstop calculations and discuss the implications on building enclosure designs with a focus on impacts to fenestration system design and use. Windows need to get better overall for a project to be approved when it comes to thermal bridging/back stop calculation, he said. </p>

Building Codes

Buildern

JULY 16, 2025

Project manager keeps everyone aligned within the system. When choosing a date, the system will show at what phase the inventory will be needed. Even if stored under a roof, the doors can warp because of humidity. Transparent tracking, real-time updates, and online approvals in one platform.

Construction Management

Buildern

JUNE 24, 2025

Delays Become Less Damaging Reliable partnerships offer built-in support systems. These construction networking events gather general contractors, project managers, suppliers, and consultants under one roof, offering insight into emerging trends, local regulations, and technology updates.

Building Performance Measurement

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. These systems run throughout buildings, making repairs particularly invasive and expensive.

Electrical Wiring Installation

Buildern

JUNE 20, 2025

Delayed Draw Approvals and Slow Payment Processing The issue: Lenders and clients often hold off on releasing draw funds due to admin bottlenecks like missing paperwork, required inspections, or just manual processes. Digital submission portal lets stakeholders review and approve instantly, cutting traditional wait times.

Schedule Management

ENR Construction

AUGUST 5, 2025

Roof construction is also underway with installation of glulam purlins with two layers of plywood fabricated and installed by StructureCraft crews in early summer. The flex gym buildings are similar with gable walls and purlin-plywood roof panels, and the amenity/lobby building feature a mix of light wood frame walls and glulam framing.

Steel Fabrication

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements. This is a big deal as it means that established builders use better materials and add premium features like extra insulation and 25-year roof warranties. Quality construction also needs good ventilation systems and smart utility placement.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

In non-emergency situations, the Secretary of State’s approval may be required before the direction can be formally confirmed. Without an Article 4 Direction, this change wouldn’t require planning permission, but with one active, you must submit a planning application and receive approval before proceeding with the conversion.

Building Permits

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

Structural and Infrastructural Improvements These renovations address the core systems and structural elements of your home: Rewiring : Complete electrical rewiring of a three-bedroom house costs approximately 3,000-5,000. Plumbing Updates : Replacing outdated plumbing systems ranges from 2,000-6,000 depending on the property size.

Budgeting

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

With planning approval secured and spades ready to hit the ground in 2025, Power Court represents everything modern football stadiums should be: accessible, iconic, and built for Premier League ambitions. Compact dimensions create an intimate environment, but the surrounding buildings prevent sound from carrying effectively around the ground.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Construction Specifier

APRIL 9, 2025

To allow crews to get on the slab quickly, the concrete supplier adjusted the admixture by minimizing the amount of water reducer and using a superplasticizer and a viscosity modifierproducing an admixture that met the approval of the projects finishers. The design called for lighter, whiter concrete for the structure.

Energy Efficiency

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Panelised Homes: Walls and roofs are pre-fabricated in panels, speeding up onsite construction. Lenders will want to see: Detailed contracts with manufacturers Evidence of council approvals Clear timelines for construction and completion Tips for Navigating Finance Securing a construction loan or mortgage requires careful planning.

Building Code Compliance

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

These systems benefit enormously from early-stage architectural input that accommodates precision manufacturing. Their involvement from the feasibility stage to project completion helps ensure that architectural excellence is maintained, even when navigating complex approval processes or tight site conditions.

Architecture

Contractors Liability Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2024

electrical, plumbing, HVAC roofing). Health and Cleanliness Rules for Hotels and Restaurants Special rules for hotel, casino, and restaurant projects involving pipes or air systems. Extra paperwork and systems required. Wait for Approval and Licensing The NSCB completes application processing in 30 to 60 days.

Building Permits

Specification Product Update

APRIL 2, 2025

Kingspan Insulated Panels is excited to introduce PowerPanel, an integrated roofing and photovoltaic (PV) solution designed for pitched roofs. PowerPanel is one of the first systems globally to earn the FM Approved mark to FM 4478, meeting rigorous performance tests for fire, hail, wind uplift, and snow loading.

Renewable Energy Systems

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

a leader in high-quality engineered metal building envelope systems, is proud to announce an expansion of its ICC approvals to include its innovative roof panels. This achievement makes it easier for our customers to trust and specify our systems with complete confidence. IMETCO (Innovative Metals Company, Inc.),

Building Code Compliance

ENR Construction

JUNE 11, 2025

Since buying 1,095 acres of land in 2023 for $43 million , Great Gulf’s goal has been to develop a community that includes “immersive year-round events and amenities,” including a swimming pool with an indoor/outdoor roof, a fitness facility/spa and conveniences to be found along walking and mountain biking trails.

Land Use Regulations

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

Technical drawings must capture these requirements with millimetre accuracy to avoid costly delays during the approval process. Original roof structures were typically designed to support only the roof covering and wind loads, not the additional dead and live loads associated with habitable spaces.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

These comprehensive systems include all structural oak components and joinery required to construct a traditional orangery, engineered for assembly by homeowners or their chosen contractors. Roof style selection significantly influences both external appearance and internal atmosphere.

Fire Protection System Installation

Specification Product Update

JANUARY 2, 2025

Having removed the old mineral wool fire barriers which no longer conform to the Building Regulations, Approved Document B, our team of five operatives set about erecting the FIREFLY Apollo Lite barriers to divide the roof space into three separate compartments, with a protected zone, using the Apollo Lite to wrap the timber rafters.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Innovative sustainable design features include a distinctive umbrella-like canopy with integrated solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and acoustic engineering to amplify crowd atmosphere whilst maintaining environmental responsibility. The project promises significant economic benefits with Oxford Economics projecting £7.3

Environmental Impact Assessment

Specification Product Update

APRIL 16, 2025

The new Thermal Eaves Batt, Party Wall Head Cap System and Therma Soffit add to Mayplas comprehensive portfolio of products for timber and masonry frame applications. The batt is suitable for roof pitches up to 45. The new Party Wall Head System provides fire protection compartmentation at the party wall junction.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2025

Penetrating Damp: Rainwater or groundwater gets through defects in roofs, walls, or window frames. This form of damp is localised and often linked to external faults, such as missing roof tiles or cracked brickwork. Poor building maintenance contributes significantly, especially when gutters, downpipes, or roofs have leaks.

Wall Systems

Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Having removed the old mineral wool fire barriers which no longer conform to the Building Regulations, Approved Document B, our team of five operatives set about erecting the FIREFLY Apollo Lite barriers to divide the roof space into three separate compartments, with a protected zone, using the Apollo Lite to wrap the timber rafters.

Fire Protection System Installation

The Construction Index

JUNE 11, 2025

Muir Timber Systems recently secured a contract with SIM Building Group for 22 affordable homes at Whitehill Court in East Dunbartonshire A survey of more than 80 UK timber frame manufacturers that build homes and schools reveals “a sector with growing pressure on its shoulders and diminishing clarity about how to meet it”, according to its authors.

Building Materials Manufacturing

Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Example: On a senior living facility project, Englewoods collaboration with the architect led to the re-evaluation of roofing materials. Example: Englewood proposed adjustments to HVAC system specifications for a cannabis dispensary project. Permitting Strategy: Navigating local regulations early ensures a smoother approval process.

Building Code Compliance

Specification Product Update

JUNE 12, 2025

Appearing as a single-storey pitched roof bungalow from the front, the steeply sloping landscape allowed for the properties to have a lower ground floor, providing the two-storeys the client desired. The CUPACLAD® 101 series is designed with an invisible fixing system to ensure that the natural slate is the main feature of a façade.

Roofing Systems

ENR Construction

AUGUST 7, 2025

Approval clears construction to start later this year, with the line energized in phases through 2029. The approval clears the way for construction later this year on 380 miles of 345-kilovolt transmission lines, three new substations and upgrades to five existing substations across 13 counties as part of a $1.6-billion

Green Building

The Construction Index

JULY 20, 2025

She said last week that the potential scale of non-compliant solid wall insulation (SWI) installed under the Energy Company Obligation 4 (ECO4) scheme and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) “points to a systemic failure with these schemes”. This scale of non-compliance is unacceptable and consumers will understandably be concerned.”

Wall Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

The post Expert Roofers Norwich: Trusted Local Roof Repairs & Installation Services appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Roofing costs vary significantly by material and property size, ranging from £40-£180 per square metre, with complete replacements typically costing £3,500-£10,600 depending on house size and complexity.

Roofing Systems