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Construction Project Forecasting for Better Budgeting and Scheduling

Buildern

When forecasting is done right, it turns raw data into reliable insight, helping builders manage risks and create more realistic and accurate estimates. Without real-time forecasting, even minor fluctuations in material prices (now stabilizing after pandemic volatility) can lead to cash crunches or schedule delays. And in the U.S.,

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Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint

BDC Network

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

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Construction Project Planning: A Step-by-Step Guide for General Contractors

Buildern

Table of Contents Preconstruction Kickoff Construction Budget Planning Sending Bid Requests Creating an Accurate Project Estimate Preparing a Proposal Risk Management in Construction Project Planning Step 1: Preconstruction Kickoff The first step in the construction project planning is a meeting with the client and the design team.

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Long-Term Maintenance Tips for Storm-Damaged Roofs

CCR Magazine

Buildings with roofs that are more than 20 years old receive claims that are between 50% to 100% more severe compared to those with recent roof installations. million squares of residential roofing material. The huge demand for roofing materials indicates why you should maintain your roof before big storms arrive.

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Mass Timber Buildings: Sustainable Path to Net Zero Goals

CCR Magazine

With public and private support for this renewable resource, experts believe mass timber could challenge steel and concrete as favored construction materials. It is also estimated that forests in the U.S. It is also estimated that forests in the U.S. and Canada can regrow the equivalent wood volume in four minutes.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

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

UK Construction Blog

For many UK homeowners, this decision represents a significant crossroads that impacts not just your living space but also your budget, lifestyle, and property value. Each approach comes with unique benefits, challenges, and environmental implications that must be carefully evaluated before making your decision. You’re not alone.