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5 Steps to Cracking the Code for a High-Performance Home

The Pro Builder

For the past 14 years, an overarching objective of The New American Home (TNAH) program has been to achieve superior levels of energy and water savings, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort without sacrificing aesthetics or livability—or making the home’s occupants expend too much effort in maintaining that high performance.

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Sustainability and Preventive Maintenance = Environmental Stewardship

Job Order Contracting

Upgrades and Replacements : Regular inspections can identify opportunities for upgrading to more energy-efficient models or implementing energy-saving technologies. Upgrades and Replacements : Regular inspections can identify opportunities for upgrading to more energy-efficient models or implementing energy-saving technologies.

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Elevating Education: the E.S. Witchger School of Engineering

Civil + Structural Engineer

The result was an innovative structure that was able to provide these rich and comfortable learning environments in a manner that is highly energy efficient. In turn, this contributes to reduced energy consumption and leads to a more eco-friendly environment.

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Planning a House Extension? Here’s What to Expect From Start to Finish

UK Construction Blog

Best practices include: Obtaining at least 3-5 detailed quotes based on identical documentation Checking builder credentials, licenses, and insurance Reviewing previous projects and speaking with past clients Assessing communication style and compatibility Remember that the lowest quote isn’t always the best value.

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LAX’s concourse project to incorporate brise soleil for energy efficiency

Construction Specifier

The brise soleil system, found in modernist L.A. Los Angeles International Airport’s (LAX’s) project, Midfield Satellite Concourse (MSC) South, will feature brise soleil—a solar shading feature on the concourse’s facade—which will help it achieve passive cooling and energy conservation.

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

UK Construction Blog

Being clear about these differences helps when communicating with contractors and affects how potential buyers view your property if you decide to sell. 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.

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Plumbing Revolution in Commercial Construction

CCR Magazine

Commercial plumbing is a complex and multifaceted field. The information here will help you go deeper into various aspects of expert plumbing, and how superior plumbing skills and innovation can transform the way modern buildings are constructed and maintained. What is Expert Plumbing?