CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Builders now prioritize materials and systems designed to last longer, reduce maintenance needs, and perform under extreme conditions. Whether you’re designing new spaces or upgrading old ones, knowing your options helps you invest wisely. Their durability ensures long-term savings alongside reduced environmental impact.

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Roofing Systems Structural Systems Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Installing these windows can effectively block out disruptive sounds such as traffic, construction work, and loud neighbors. Complying with Noise Regulations Many cities enforce strict noise regulations as part of their building codes to ensure a healthy living and working environment.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Energy Efficiency Building Code Compliance Health Regulations 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

In the realm of light commercial buildings—such as small offices, retail spaces, restaurants, and clinics—efficient and reliable heating is critical for both comfort and productivity. A duct heater is installed within an air duct to provide heated air to a space.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC Systems Building Code Compliance 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The idea of maintaining a high-rise building might seem daunting, but it’s a crucial aspect of ensuring safety and longevity. By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs.

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Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

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

Construction Daily News

JULY 3, 2025

After 15 years building standard homes in Sonoma County, he landed his first luxury project—a $2.8 Bay Area homes selling for over $1,000 per square foot justify premium suppliers that standard builds can’t support. million custom home in Santa Rosa’s Fountaingrove neighborhood. Standard jobs use unit pricing.

Building Standards 52

Building Standards HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems HVAC Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2025

Builders are accepting eco-friendly materials and focusing on energy-efficient designs. Technologies like solar panels and geothermal systems are also being adopted widely. Most Popular Eco-Friendly Materials and Designs The most popular eco-friendly materials include Bamboo, reclaimed wood, and recycled steel.

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Real Estate Development Government Works HVAC System Installation Energy Efficiency 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

When you think of high-rise buildings, you might imagine impressive city skylines, luxurious apartments, or bustling office spaces. However, behind the scenes, theres a network of intricate plumbing systems that keep everything running smoothly. It presents unique challenges that require creativity, expertise, and careful planning.

Plumbing 40

Plumbing Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems Piping Installation 40

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 27, 2025

The post Best Practices for Collaborating with Contractors on Complex Interior Design Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Effective collaboration is the backbone of interior design. Why Contractor-Designer Collaboration is Important When designers and contractors work well together, everything runs more smoothly.

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Collaboration HVAC System Installation Ceiling Systems Cost Control 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2025

Participants learned about the barriers to adopting high-performing fenestration in both non-residential and multi-family buildings, as well as a blueprint for market transformation, at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida. Project design is often HVAC driven.

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HVAC System Installation Building Codes HVAC Systems Wall Systems 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

In commercial construction , mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems are one of the most complex yet crucial aspects of project planning. These three systems form the basis of any modern building, offering functionality, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Building Code Compliance Plumbing Systems HVAC Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

With rising material costs, environmental concerns, and increasing regulations, contractors and developers are searching for ways to build cost-effective yet durable structures. These materials come from demolished buildings and are repurposed for new construction, reducing waste and cutting material costs.

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Masonry Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 24, 2025

The National Electrical Code (NEC) sets the rules for electrical work in commercial buildings across the United States. For instance, recent electrical standards now require energy audits for commercial buildings. The use of energy-efficient systems, such as LED lighting and advanced HVAC setups, has become a requirement.

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Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance 40

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Glass facades are key design elements in modern architecture. Composed of multiple layers of high-performance glass, this type of facade system offers transparency and a clean design. In fact, these glass solutions help environmentally sustainable and energy-efficient buildings.

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Architecture HVAC System Installation Energy Efficiency Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 7, 2025

Look for a company that exclusively focuses on commercial and industrial roofing systems. Make sure their expertise spans buildings like warehouses, retail stores, office complexes, and manufacturing plants, or other properties in line with your specific roofing needs. Ideally, your contractor should offer both. </p>

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Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Warranty HVAC System Installation 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

Sustainable design is now essential for businesses aiming to thrive. This technology improves design accuracy and client satisfaction by bringing ideas to life. The use of renewable materials is also gaining momentum, reducing waste and improving building performance.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Energy Efficiency Painting/finishing 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

In commercial construction , mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems are one of the most complex yet crucial aspects of project planning. These three systems form the basis of any modern building, offering functionality, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

HVAC System Installation 40

HVAC System Installation Building Code Compliance Plumbing Systems HVAC Systems 40

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the launch of the NSW8000 Series Wireless Network Sensor for Metasys building automation systems (BAS) and FX series programmable controllers.

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HVAC System Installation Building Controls Cost Control HVAC Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Container homes provide more design flexibility and start from 24 square metres of living space. This made me look for different ways to build a home. These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. The best part is that container homes take less time to build. Container homes need less space to build.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems HVAC System Installation 52

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Construction firms can lower commercial energy costs by replacing outdated machinery and using innovative monitoring systems while improving operational performance and sustainability. Special designs of LED floodlights plus rechargeable units allow users to increase their operational flexibility.

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Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 27, 2025

This weeks quiz is from From LEED to WELL: Certifying healthy, resilient, and sustainable buildings. In modern building design, structural strength and aesthetics are no longer enoughhealth, sustainability, and resilience now shape the foundation of high-performance spaces. Filtration systems rated below MERV 8 C.

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Building Resilience Sustainability HVAC System Installation Building Performance Measurement 64

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

Benefits of a Preplanned Lighting Layout Lighting plans that are engineered ahead of the projects commencement date consolidate duplicate installation efforts and allow construction managers to repurpose light fixtures for the completed project. This solution is expensive in labor, materials, and time.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Zoning Site Planning Ceiling Systems 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

This support will help her in her pursuit of an HVAC certification at Texas Technical Trade School. While I have enjoyed the work I have done so far, I know there is much more to learn, especially in specialized fields like HVAC, said Quintanilla. This scholarship gives me that opportunity, and I am very grateful. Made in the U.S.A.,

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Roofing Systems Energy Efficiency 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Commercial buildings must enhance the comfort, enjoyment, and/or productivity of each occupant. The good news is that there are numerous building materials and design concepts that can provide a leg up in the process. Explore handrail design options and make sure that all restrooms, walkways, and stairwells have robust railings.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Quality Control Building Controls Building Performance Measurement 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2025

Garage door installations and maintenance serve as essential elements for successful residential and commercial construction ventures in today’s dynamic construction environment. Home automation networks have prompted a substantial increase in demand for garage door systems that connect and integrate with smart technology.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Building Performance Measurement Building Codes 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

Perkins Eastman designed the new school with a concentrated focus on creating an equitable, inclusive, innovative, energy-efficient learning environment. Aligned with Alexandrias Green Building Policy, ACHS Minnie Howard Campus is targeting Net-Zero Energy and LEED Gold Certification through the U.S. Green Building Council.

Ceiling Systems 40

Ceiling Systems Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Fire Protection System Installation 40

UK Construction Blog

MAY 7, 2025

The post Building Smarter: Essential Tools and Services for Modern Construction Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. With growing demand for efficiency, safety, and sustainability, the way we build has evolved significantly. Thats why more project managers are turning to high-efficiency chemical mixing tank systems.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Building Code Compliance Electrical Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 10, 2025

Because changing tiles or layouts mid-build won’t just break your budget it also slows progress. So if you’re planning for an energy system upgrade, don’t skip on the smartest investments: energy-efficient systems. And with today’s tools, contractors can right-size systems to avoid costly overspecs.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Budgeting 52

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2025

As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions.

Sustainability 59

Sustainability Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement 59

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Key Takeaways Air quality monitoring is the continuous measurement of pollutants that provides crucial data for detecting harmful contaminants, with systems tracking parameters including humidity, temperature, CO2, VOCs and formaldehyde across diverse environments. Even more concerning are PM2.5

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 4, 2025

Just as ships must be designed and maintained to endure the relentless ocean, suburban homes must be built and cared for to withstand the constant assault of nature. Similarly, home design should focus on environmental resilience to cut maintenance costs and enhance durability.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems HVAC System Installation Building Resilience Structural Systems 52

Procore

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

“The Groundbreaker Awards honor the incredible individuals and teams who are transforming the way we build, and the communities in which we live”,” said Tooey Courtemanche, President, Founder, and CEO of Procore. facility designed to accelerate advancements in precision medicine, informatics, and data sciences.

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HVAC System Installation Building Products Distribution Piping Installation Building Performance Measurement 69

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Why Pay Attention to HVAC Faults? But while the efficiency of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment has improved across the board, improper installation or commissioning can result in HVAC system faults that compromise HVAC performance and reduce energy efficiency.

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HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

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.

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Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Sustainability HVAC Systems 246

The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

When it’s time to consider building or expanding a cold storage space, facility managers for large-scale food processors, distributors and local grocers alike need contractors to understand some important considerations specific to these critical facilities. Obviously, the lifeblood of any cold storage warehouse is its HVAC system.

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HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Material Storage HVAC Systems 48

The Pro Builder

MAY 2, 2023

Department of Energy (DOE) announced six finalists in the Equitable and Affordable Solutions to Electrification (EAS-E) Prize , which awards innovative solutions that advance electrification retrofits across various residential building types and geographies with $2.4 million in cash prizes and technical assistance. Milwaukie, Ore.)

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Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Building Controls 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 10, 2024

However, these structures must also meet present-day needs, necessitating upgrades aligned with modern technology, building codes, and energy requirements. Renovations were carried out with the utmost respect for the original design and materials, ensuring that any changes blended seamlessly with the existing structure.

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Historic Preservation Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Structural Systems 189