UK Construction Blog

JULY 19, 2025

It’s a process that involves assessing structural integrity, rethinking logistics, and keeping your workforce and clients informed. Why Water Damage Is a Serious Business Risk When flooding hits a construction site, the impact is far more than cosmetic. How to Respond Immediately Before any rebuilding begins, safety must come first.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

From floors failing before substantial completion to skyrocketing change orders for never-ending densifier applications to the billions lost through delayed schedules, legal disputes, and contingency hemorrhaging, enough is enough. Owners and design teams are not protected by todays inadequate and vague polished concrete specifications.

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Buildern

JULY 14, 2025

When forecasting is done right, it turns raw data into reliable insight, helping builders manage risks and create more realistic and accurate estimates. Construction forecasting ties scope, budget, and schedule into a single manageable framework. Each type targets a specific area of project performance.

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Roads Online

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Sites are now contributing to a project’s Green Star Building accreditation, along with outgoing products having Environmental Product Declarations (EPD). “Our customers place a genuine value in landfill diversion services and materials that meet technical and sustainability requirements,” he says.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

The change represents more than environmental responsibility because it focuses on producing products that are durable and cost-efficient while meeting industrial requirements. By implementing these practices, manufacturers can reduce their environmental impact while improving their bottom line.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The most frequent storm damages that occur consist of the following types: Lifted or missing shingles Water infiltration points Structural weakening Debris impact damage Gutter system damage All of these problems need dedicated attention through targeted maintenance procedures to stop them from turning into major concerns. billion to $68.5

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

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. Within the AEC industry, research focuses on predicting and quantifying the impact of air leakage. By Matthew Ridgway, P.E.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In light of this market change selecting a provider that delivers dependable value and reliability becomes even more crucial. Cost Considerations and Value Assessment It is important to examine all potential charges when evaluating equipment rental costs instead of only focusing on the base rental rate. in 2024 to 3.6%

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

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.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Today’s technology offers streamlined solutions that tackle communication breakdowns, enhance productivity, and significantly improve project management across all stages of development. Current Industry Challenges Construction companies encounter numerous obstacles that directly impact profitability and project success.

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Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Boston’s rich history, environmental rules, and city-specific regulations make the licensing process more complex. The Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) manages this process. This includes environmental impact assessments and neighborhood compliance checks.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The commercial lodge market has proven highly profitable, with well-managed holiday lodges achieving annual returns of 8-15% depending on location and occupancy rates. Advantages of Timber Construction Sustainability : Responsibly sourced timber provides an environmentally conscious building option.

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Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

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. Early collaboration with architects, engineers, and even suppliers helps avoid costly changes later on. The contractor needs to understand these aspects beforehand.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Legal obligations require employers to assess, control, and review noise exposure under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, providing mandatory hearing protection at 80 dB and health surveillance for at-risk workers. Impact drivers create 85-100 decibels when fastening materials.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2025

The construction industry is one of the oldest and most important fields and has changed a lot over the years. Now, digital transformation is a big change that is even more significant than anything before. It changes how industries work and how they provide value to their customers.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2025

This is why smart, veteran managers use careful planning and robust workflows to improve their budgeting, employee onboarding, material and equipment purchases, and other operations. Assess Current Productivity You should always start by measuring the current productivity level. Efficiency also takes into account the quality.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2025

AFRY Management Consulting has prepared a comparative study on the carbon footprint of Metsä Wood’s Kerto® LVL (Laminated Veneer Lumber) product. The study compares load-bearing structures, excluding insulations or other materials, to ensure a fair assessment of primary structural components.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

Impact of Construction Defects Construction defects significantly affect buildings and their occupants. HVAC System Failures Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) defects impact comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality. These systems involve complex components that must work together seamlessly.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Brexit’s lasting impact compounds the crisis, with EU construction workers in London dropping from 42% to just 8% since 2018, creating wage inflation and project delays averaging 15% cost overruns. Digital twins and IoT integration are revolutionizing project management. The digital twin market, valued at £3.8

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Jonas Construction

JANUARY 30, 2024

Innovations, economic uncertainty, construction workforce shortages , and other factors have forced service and construction companies to change the way they work and deliver their projects. Drones can improve safety, efficiency, and cost savings by reducing the need for manual inspections and providing valuable data for project management.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Feasibility Assessment Before investing significant time and money, assess whether your extension dreams are feasible. Understanding the process from conception to completion helps manage expectations and achieve the best possible outcome. Experience, reliability, and quality workmanship often justify a higher price point.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

When traditional excavation methods struggle against hard materials like rock and reinforced concrete, drum cutters emerge as the precision solution that transforms challenging projects into manageable tasks. This continuous process produces consistent results without the shock loads associated with impact tools.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

The post The Role of Strata Managers in Post-Construction Building Maintenance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. This is where professional strata managers step in to make a difference. With their in-depth knowledge and expertise in property management, they play a vital role in sustaining building standards.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

The sanguine assessment counters a concerning stumble in Honolulu construction starts last year. That impact is also reflected in the Dodge data that show environmental public works starts are forecast to grow by almost 45% to tally $2.4 Rising sea levels also impact infrastructure near our coastlines. billion in 2024.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Assessing Your Garage Space and Planning Improvements Transforming your garage requires thorough preparation before any renovation work begins. A proper assessment helps identify both limitations and opportunities in your space. Smart Sorting Techniques Sort garage items by category to make organisation more manageable.

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Roads Online

JUNE 20, 2025

As we celebrate the progress made, we’re also looking ahead to the next wave of change. Quantifying sustainability gains Lifecycle carbon calculators and performance models have demonstrated the significant environmental benefits of in-situ stabilisation – reducing the need for haulage, virgin materials and greenhouse gas emissions.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

But beyond just cost savings, kit homes are changing the way Australians think about property ownership and development. With rising construction costs, labor shortages, and changing lifestyle demands, Kit homes Australia are positioned as a practical solution that can add real value—both financially and in everyday living.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 26, 2025

Fortunately, innovations in waterproofing technology—such as polyurethane sprayfoam and polyurea coatings—are revolutionizing the industry and transforming foundation waterproofing, focusing on the technical, economic, and environmental benefits.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

When triggered, they alert security teams, building management, and sometimes local law enforcement. Beyond security applications, these systems allow management to monitor operational efficiency, customer flow, and employee activities. For commercial applications, access control provides granular security management.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Innovative sustainable design features include a distinctive umbrella-like canopy with integrated solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and acoustic engineering to amplify crowd atmosphere whilst maintaining environmental responsibility. billion in annual UK economic contribution.

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Construction Dive

JULY 15, 2025

Editor’s note: This is the second article in a two-part HR Dive series about the effects of climate change on worker health. Part one covered analysts’ attempts to determine the cost of extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change on employer-sponsored health plans. Please let us know if you have feedback. Last months U.S.

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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. Net-zero is the primary objective necessary for climate management. By David Hutchinson and Chuck Bundrick Photos and illustrations courtesy Tremco CPG Inc.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Health impacts of air pollution are significant, with WHO identifying it as the top environmental health risk globally contributing to approximately 7 million premature deaths annually, with healthcare costs potentially reaching 1,275 billion by 2060. Every breath you take matters.

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Construction Dive

JULY 8, 2025

The California Legislature has rolled back provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act in an effort to spur housing construction and cut red tape for other types of projects, according to a June 30 news release from Gov. Ronald Reagan, is commonly referred to as a piece of landmark environmental legislation.

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ENR Construction

JULY 11, 2025

Photo by Molly Riley/The White House July 11, 2025 Several federal agencies have recently announced revisions to their procedures under the National Environmental Policy Act that officials say will streamline reviews for projects.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 14, 2025

However, the right cable type and organized management practices are just the beginning—working with experienced cabling installers at data centers can help you sidestep issues before they escalate. Assess Your Current Infrastructure Before diving into new cabling solutions, you’ll want to thoroughly assess your current infrastructure.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

Why Word-of-Mouth Marketing Is No Longer Sufficient The decline of traditional marketing effectiveness in construction reflects broader changes in client behaviour, market dynamics, and competitive pressures. Review management strategies directly impact local search rankings whilst influencing prospect decision-making.

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