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Gateway of opportunity: Vertical-stacking doors in modern spaces

Construction Specifier

Offering updated looks, as well as space savings and energy efficiency, todays sectional doors inspire fresh, innovative uses in commercial spaces. The positive effects of this design include a sleeker appearance and a clear adjacent ceiling area for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing fixtures. m (4 ft) to 4.2

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Mass Timber Buildings: Sustainable Path to Net Zero Goals

CCR Magazine

For example, at Northlake Commons, the utilization of mass timber estimates 1,990 metric tons of avoided CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent) emissions, with a total carbon benefit of 2,920 metric tons; this is equivalent to removing 558 cars from the road or to the energy required to operate 249 homes for an entire year.

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

UK Construction Blog

Updated kitchens, modern bathrooms, and energy-efficient improvements typically offer strong returns on investment, with some projects adding up to 10% to your property’s value. Plumbing Updates : Replacing outdated plumbing systems ranges from 2,000-6,000 depending on the property size.

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Expert Roofers Norwich: Trusted Local Roof Repairs & Installation Services

UK Construction Blog

You’ll find expertise in both traditional and cutting-edge systems suitable for extensions, garages, and commercial buildings. Norwich contractors assess existing structures and recommend appropriate solutions, from simple repairs to full system upgrades with improved insulation and drainage.

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Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits

The Pro Builder

Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. In 2018, Brandon Weiss, a third-generation U.S. bath homes of 3,957 sf that start at $1.05

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13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023

BDC Network

This will lead to reduced costs, increased quality control, and the potential for improved energy efficiency and decarbonization. — Mike Lawless, Senior Director of Innovation 2. Geospatial data analysis Geographic information systems (GIS), subsurface utility engineering (S.U.E.), Shanna Olson, Architectural Lighting Leader 3.

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New IBC rules for insulation in unvented enclosed roof framing assemblies

Construction Specifier

Low-slope and steep-slope unvented roof systems ( i.e. insulation and air barrier are applied directly to the underside of the roof deck) are common in applications where designers are seeking cost-effective and energy-efficient roof assemblies. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com. by Anthony J. Nicastro, PE, and Megan A. Toumanios, PE.