UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The post Loft Conversion Planning: The Critical Role of Technical Drawings and Structural Assessment appeared first on UK Construction Blog. However, successful loft conversion projects require meticulous planning, precise technical documentation, and thorough structural assessment from the outset.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The post Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. What Are Light Steel Frame Systems? Light steel frame systems are innovative construction methods that utilize thin sheets of steel, known as cold-formed steel, for building structures.

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Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

The first crucial step is project planning, which is both time-consuming and requires a high level of skill. In this guide, we’ll break down the planning process step-by-step and figure out how construction management software tools help in creating a realistic and flexible plan. A builder starts planning.

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BDC Network

OCTOBER 15, 2024

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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Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The ability to transform vast amounts of data into actionable insights is crucial for enhancing project management and driving business growth. As construction projects become more complex and data-driven , the demand for effective data visualization tools continues to rise.

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Roads Online

JULY 2, 2025

Image: Major Road Projects Victoria Duncan Elliott, Chief Executive Officer – Major Road Projects Victoria North East Link has become the first infrastructure project in Australia to receive the internationally recognised PAS2080 certification – a global standard that focuses on the management of carbon emissions in infrastructure projects.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This includes expert utilization of advanced plumbing systems to enhance building performance. Stay ahead of the competition by introducing these superior advanced plumbing solutions into your commercial construction projects. These buildings require complex plumbing systems.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

These geological phenomena, often overshadowed by more visible risks, pose significant threats to the stability and longevity of buildings. These issues can lead to costly repairs, compromised safety, and long-term structural damage without proactive measures.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Construction Industry App Development: Transform Your Projects with Digital Solutions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Today’s technology offers streamlined solutions that tackle communication breakdowns, enhance productivity, and significantly improve project management across all stages of development.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Building a strong sales enablement program in the construction sector is essential for driving long-term growth, enhancing client relationships, and optimizing project outcomes. Building Radar’s solutions enable early project identification using AI technology, which helps contractors stay ahead of their competitors.

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iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Reading Time: 4 minutes In the world of construction where every project required coordinated efforts, jobsite management software supports seamless operations and drives projects toward successful completion. Legacy safety management like manual inspections and paper-based checklists are not adequate.

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Buildern

JUNE 24, 2025

The difference between a project that moves forward and one that derails often comes down to who is involved and how well they’ve worked together. Here’s what effective construction networking looks like, and how to manage construction collaboration , build relationships that make the job easier and more profitable.

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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.

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Building Radar

DECEMBER 2, 2024

In an industry where projects are complex and involve multiple stakeholders, mastering communication techniques can significantly enhance project outcomes and business growth. It involves building strong relationships, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that every team member is aligned with the project goals.

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iField Smart

MAY 4, 2025

Reading Time: 4 minutes As-built documentation holds high significance for construction projects of any size or complexity. It provides an accurate and in-depth record of the final build. As-Built documentation delivers an accurate view of the finished project, while documenting as-built reality.

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Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Over the past 20+ years, Englewood has completed over 2500 commercial construction projects in the retail, restaurant, hospitality, senior living, industrial, cannabis, and automotive sectors. From financial overruns to project delays, unexpected risks can impact budgets, timelines, and overall project success.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. 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.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Effective training materials not only enhance sales performance but also foster a culture of continuous learning within your organization. These challenges include staying updated with the latest market trends , mastering sales techniques , and effectively utilizing customer relationship management systems.

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Buildern

MAY 20, 2025

Whether you’re pricing your next project or evaluating your companys financial health, understanding this distinction is critical. Profit margin vs. markup are two fundamental ways to measure profitability in construction, but they are not interchangeable. Table of Contents Whats the Difference Between Profit Margin and Markup?

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 13, 2025

Ensuring health and safety compliance goes beyond meeting regulatory requirements; it is essential for protecting workers, maintaining project timelines, reducing costs, and preventing legal and reputational damage. This system is a structured approach that outlines how safety will be managed on a construction site.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Measure the entire garage space including height, width, and depth using a tape measure. You’re not alone.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2025

In the evolving landscape of commercial construction , implementing professional basement waterproofing and moisture control systems has become a cornerstone of building longevity. Modern Approaches to Moisture Management Construction professionals are seeing unprecedented returns on investment through early intervention.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 30, 2025

By implementing the right supply chain visibility software , companies can transform how they manage their end to end supply chain process, ensuring accuracy, speed, and resilience. Siloed Data and Reactive Decision-Making Disconnected systems across departments and partners make it difficult to get a holistic view of operations.

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Buildern

JUNE 30, 2025

Planning a construction marketing strategy that builds trust and a strong reputation. The focus must be on the proper positioning of services and highlighting the value through testimonials, case studies , and transparent reporting using construction management software tools. Polished text rarely wins over a skeptical client.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 7, 2025

An IGCE (also in construction related service an IGE) is a cost estimate developed by the Government Requiring Activity, based on the requirements of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) or Statement of Work (SOW). Direct labor is the labor directly applied to the performance of the contract requirements. How was the estimate made?

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Wrecking balls generate 110-130 decibels during building destruction. Concrete breakers produce sustained noise above 100 decibels for hours during structural removal work. Compressed air systems contribute persistent noise throughout construction projects. Pneumatic drills create 95-105 decibels during masonry work.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

This innovative sustainable insulation solution transforms yesterday’s newspapers into tomorrow’s energy-efficient homes, delivering exceptional thermal performance while significantly reducing environmental impact. The manufacturing process involves several critical stages that ensure both performance and safety.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. Build or purchase a bench 36-40 inches high with a solid hardwood or metal top that can withstand heavy tools and parts. Install wall-mounted pegboards or slatwall systems to hang frequently used tools within easy reach.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2025

This complete guide examines necessary elements related to garage door service within the while providing construction professionals valuable information to improve their project results and client satisfaction. billion in 2023 while projecting a compound annual growth rate of 5.2% through to the year 2029.

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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. Net-zero is the primary objective necessary for climate management.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 29, 2025

If youve spent time on a construction site, youve likely met some brilliant builders the kind of people who can read a plan, solve problems on the fly, and bring a structure to life with skill and precision. Building and estimating are simply two different skill sets. It turns hands-on knowledge into structured, scalable systems.

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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. Every breath you take matters.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2025

Effective damp proofing in 2025 is essential for maintaining a dry, healthy home, preventing costly structural damage, and ensuring long-term property value. With clear, practical strategies and expert advice, this guide aims to simplify damp proofing and provide actionable steps for tackling common moisture problems in any building.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

The post Digital Marketing for Construction Companies: Building Your Online Presence in 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The firms that embrace comprehensive digital strategies are capturing increasing market share, whilst those that resist online marketing find themselves struggling to compete for the most profitable projects.

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ENR Construction

JULY 14, 2025

FEMA added Camp Mystic to its 100-year flood hazard maps in 2011 but subsequently removed many campground structures from the maps at the request of camp owners, according to an Associated Press investigation. AP Photo/Joshua A. Inclusion in the maps limits future construction and requires higher premiums on flood insurance.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By Josh Rayburn Unpiloted systems continue transforming civil and structural engineering by improving efficiency, accuracy, and safety while empowering civil and structural engineers to control costs. Modern unpiloted systems include robotics with sensors that can be deployed on a schedule and a specific path.

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