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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. Bathroom Upgrades : Modernising a bathroom typically ranges from 5,000-10,000, including new sanitaryware, tiling, and plumbing updates.

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Loft Conversion Planning: The Critical Role of Technical Drawings and Structural Assessment

UK Construction Blog

The updated Building Regulations, particularly Part L (Conservation of fuel and power) and Part M (Access to and use of buildings), demand precise specification of insulation values, ventilation strategies, and accessibility provisions. Steel beam installation often becomes necessary to redistribute loads effectively.

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Backflow Prevention’s New Role in Water Stewardship and Sustainable Building

The Contractor Magazine

In an era where sustainability is shaping nearly every facet of construction and infrastructure planning, water systems are no exception. Viewed chiefly as a safety mechanism, backflow preventers have long played a critical role in protecting potable water supplies from contamination. Vas Gnanadoss Aug.

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IFS renovates two historic buildings into mixed-use lofts

CCR Magazine

IFS provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $9.6 Image Courtesy of Advantes Group IFS also provided design/build HVAC, fire protection and plumbing services as part of the $14 million Greeley Lofts renovation. Located in the 600 block of N.

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Continuous insulation performance

Construction Specifier

The goals of building fire safety and energy efficiency are compatible when industry stakeholders work together to make sure proper assemblies are designed, the correct materials are specified, and installers have the experience to combine the building design and materials properly in the field. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

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5 Genius Building Techniques to Reduce Home Maintenance Costs for Life

UK Construction Blog

It’s made from a mixture of cement, sand, and cellulose fibres, resulting in a product resistant to rot, pests, and fire. Metal roofs are also resistant to wind, fire, and impact damage, reducing the need for repairs and replacements. Smart Thermostats Install a smart thermostat to optimize your home’s heating and cooling.