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IBHS Guide Offers Tips to Prevent Winter Property Damage

CCR Magazine

When it’s cold outside, interior water damage becomes a concern, with frozen pipes and leaky roofs remaining among the most common causes of losses resulting in insurance claims. In areas that are typically warmer, including much of the Southern United States, plumbing along exterior walls is prevalent.

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Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes

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. Examples include improperly installed plumbing, electrical wiring errors, and poor finishes.

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7 Critical Steps to Renovating Your House in the Right Order

UK Construction Blog

Heres how you can do it right: Check the Structure Look for cracks in the walls or ceilings. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures. Flickering lights or outdated systems might need immediate attention. These might seem small but could point to bigger structural issues.

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Why I Chose a Tiny Container Home Over a Tiny House (Real Costs Revealed)

UK Construction Blog

These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. Modern container homes’ Heat Recovery Ventilation System keeps 85% of thermal energy. The flat roofs might sag under heavy snow or rain if you don’t reinforce them properly. The ceiling height starts at 2.39m but drops to about 2.2m to AUD$56.57

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

UK Construction Blog

Bathroom Upgrades : Modernising a bathroom typically ranges from 5,000-10,000, including new sanitaryware, tiling, and plumbing updates. Plumbing Updates : Replacing outdated plumbing systems ranges from 2,000-6,000 depending on the property size.

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Bright ideas ahead: The skylight edge

Construction Specifier

Well-designed skylights can take maximum advantage of solar heat gain co-efficient (SHGC) in winter to reduce energy consumption, as well as reduce lighting heat load on cooling systems in summer. However, the very nature of a skylight—being a penetration through the roof—introduces a potential vulnerability: water leakage.

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The Ultimate Guide to Damp Proofing: Prevention, Diagnosis & Treatment in 2025 for Homeowners and Professionals

UK Construction Blog

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.