UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Budget Planning Establish a realistic budget early, accounting for construction costs, professional fees, permits, potential temporary accommodation, and a contingency fund of at least 10-15% for unexpected expenses. Conclusion Home extensions represent significant investments of time, money, and emotional energy.

Painting/finishing

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 17, 2025

This isn’t an afterthought: it’s a strategic design move that needs precision from permits to jets. But here’s the catch: drop it in wrong, and you’ve bought yourself a structural nightmare wrapped in a plumbing disaster. Now’s the time to get smart. Let’s break down what it really takes to turn a hot tub into a hot ticket.

Plumbing Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

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. Modern loft conversions must navigate increasingly complex regulatory requirements.

Fire Protection System Installation

ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Powered by geothermal and solar energy systems, the Tryba-designed building is targeting LEED Gold, LEED Zero and WELL certifications to reflect the district’s investment in sustainable and future-ready infrastructure, according to a statement from AC Development, the entity behind the Clayworks District.

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Additionally, traditional construction methods consume less energy than steel or brick alternatives, reducing the overall environmental impact of your extension project. Careful evaluation of glazing specifications becomes crucial for balancing energy efficiency with security requirements.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

This knowledge proves essential when working on conservation areas or listed properties, where material choices and installation methods require specific approvals. Properties in conservation areas may require special permissions that add time and expense. Concrete alternatives deliver similar protection at reduced cost.

Roofing Systems

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

In this role, Stantec will work with the Washington County Water Conservancy District, City of St. As Owner’s Advisor, Stantec will help implement the program including preliminary design, environmental permitting, state agency permitting support, and project set-up and coordination.

Energy Conservation

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

By Ken MacDonald, Regional Director of Environmental Permitting and Compliance with UES First, a secret is only a secret if one doesn’t know it. There are lessons learned, hints discovered, and tips earned through permitting and compliance for tens of thousands of acres of solar energy facilities. What are the potential effects?

Permits

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2023

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

Building Resilience

BD+C

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Utah became the latest state to update its commercial building energy efficiency code from the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) to the 2018 IECC in July. The new code permits the use of the ASHRAE/IES 90.1-2016 2016 standard, giving building owners and design teams an alternative compliance path.

Energy Conservation

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 2, 2023

DexBender works with private and public clients to provide services such as protected species assessment, wetland mitigation, preserve monitoring and compliance, state and federal wetland permitting, and other environmental services. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Environmental Consulting

Construction Daily News

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Of course, there’s plenty to do to prepare a home for demolition, including hiring a reputable contractor, picking out finishes and obtaining the necessary permits. Permits are required for just about any major home renovation, from updating the kitchen to adding extra square footage to taking down a load-bearing wall.

Permits

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Additionally, retrofitting the pond to provide higher quality water treatment helps the county comply with the municipal separate storm sewer system permit and contributes to restoring the Chesapeake Bay. Environmentally, Exploration Green, of the 153 acres of natural habitat, 14 acres is dedicated wetlands.

Sustainability

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

The development of novel materials and reef design is aimed at enabling the use of low-cost, interlocking reef modules that are adaptable to different conditions and can be arranged to minimize any wave energy reaching the shoreline. Although the teams are not collaborating directly, they are connected through federal permitting.

Engineering

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Go For Green Building Certifications Securing Green Building Certifications, such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) or BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method), serves as a testament to a construction project’s commitment to sustainability. What qualifies as eco-friendly materials?

Sustainability

Levelset

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. NPDES permits are issued by states that have obtained EPA approval to issue permits or by EPA Regions in states without such approval.

Environmental Impact Assessment

BDC Network

APRIL 20, 2023

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. In healthcare, updated FGI standards now require noise abatement in very specific fashion for state permits. Shanna Olson, Architectural Lighting Leader 3.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Strong Tie

MAY 19, 2023

These are the building officials, building inspectors, plans examiners, permit technicians, and fire marshals who, working with the builder, designer, and occupants, help ensure that buildings are constructed and maintained to be safe.

Disaster Preparedness

Stok

AUGUST 28, 2019

This directly translates to building energy codes. In the United States, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning (ASHRAE) and International Code Council (ICC) primarily lead the efforts to develop energy codes, with help from the U.S. And, the result of this baseline?

Building Code Compliance

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Go For Green Building Certifications Securing Green Building Certifications, such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) or BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method), serves as a testament to a construction project’s commitment to sustainability. What qualifies as eco-friendly materials?

Sustainability

NH Construction Law

JUNE 24, 2018

On June 12, 2018, Governor Sununu signed into law House Bill 1472 , repealing the state code for energy conservation in new construction ( RSA 155-D ) effective August 7, 2018. Section 103.1 ” Upon repeal of RSA 155-D, New Hampshire has no such statute.

Building Code Compliance

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2024

IoT devices also permit remote monitoring and management, allowing you to oversee operations from any location at any time. This capability not only improves responsiveness but also aids in energy conservation and environmental stewardship by enabling precise adjustments to lighting, heating, and cooling systems based on live data.

Maintenance

CCR Magazine

JULY 8, 2024

Benefits of Solar Power for Businesses Understanding the following benefits of commercial solar power is crucial in raising employee awareness about this renewable energy. Traditional energy costs are volatile and often escalate over time, impacting the bottom line. Solar power provides a hedge against these fluctuations.

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

MAY 16, 2025

Introduction For many UK homeowners, especially those living in period properties or conservation areas, upgrading old windows can be a real challenge. Full window replacements might not be permitted or might simply be too costly. Lower energy bills and a warmer, more comfortable home especially during the colder months.

Energy Conservation

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Metal Scraps: Recycled into new products, conserving resources and energy. Benefits of Recycling Environmental Conservation: Reduces landfill use and resource extraction. Obtain Necessary Permits: Ensure permits are secured for on-site dumpsters or roll-off containers.

Construction Management

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

The building’s stepped facade helps it conform to contextual scale and attain energy and water conservation, as well as occupant health and wellness. The building is slated to consume one-third of the amount of energy of a benchmark project of comparable size. Additionally, Thornton Tomasetti provided energy modeling.

Energy Conservation

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

The building’s stepped facade helps it conform to contextual scale and attain energy and water conservation, as well as occupant health and wellness. The building is slated to consume one-third of the amount of energy of a benchmark project of comparable size. Additionally, Thornton Tomasetti provided energy modeling.

Energy Conservation

Natural Building

MARCH 8, 2010

Small Cob Buildings without Permits! However, some initiatives that target a completely new, green infrastructure have gone unnoticed but are essential to competitiveness, long term sustainability, job growth, energy independence and national security. A large proportion of energy is lost through cracks in walls and ceilings.

Green Building

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Energy-efficient and customizable aesthetics. Energy Efficient – Designed with insulated panels and reflective coatings to reduce heating and cooling costs. Energy conserving too. May need permits approved beforehand. Factor proper permits and inspections into the timeline. Quick to assemble too.

Fire Protection System Installation

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2024

Such ecosystem-friendly initiatives coupled with energy-efficient technologies significantly improve the building’s environmental credentials. It enhances water quality, conservation efforts, operational efficiency, long-term cost savings and even reputation among real estate developers and potential tenants. What is Expert Plumbing?

Plumbing

Construction Specifier

JULY 2, 2020

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. insulation on the floor of the attic (Figure 1). Section 1203.3

Roofing Systems

Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

million to the University of Maryland to create a green energy research center. The goal of the Green Energy Institute—a collaboration between the University of Maryland Energy Research Center (UMERC) at the A. The new green energy research facility is the centerpiece of Gov.

Energy Conservation

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2023

According to the Home Improvement Trends Report 2023, the top UK house improvement trends are as follows: Sustainable And Eco-Friendly Improvements Realizing the impact of daily utilization of resources for both construction and energy, the architecture, design, and construction field is also moving towards adopting sustainable practices.

Energy Efficiency

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2024

Optimal material selection: Prioritize durable, energy-efficient materials that offer long-term value and minimize maintenance costs. Stick to an efficient schedule: Get permits and inspections lined up ahead of time so you don’t get bogged down with delays. This will help optimize energy consumption and reduce utility bills.

Energy Efficiency

Construction Specifier

JUNE 5, 2024

By Karine Galla Air and water-resistive barrier systems play a crucial role in the longevity and performance of commercial buildings, and safeguarding against issues such as excessive energy consumption and moisture-related damage. provides guidelines for energy efficiency and indoor air quality (IAQ) across the construction industry.

Building Code Compliance

NH Construction Law

AUGUST 11, 2019

If you will be applying for a building permit between now and September 15 in a town that has no published guidance on this issue, make a phone call and ask. The ICC updates its proposed codes every three years (there is already a 2018 version published), and New Hampshire is finally catching up to other New England states. Section 107.3.2

Building Codes

CivilJungle

AUGUST 2, 2022

Why Are Energy-Efficient Homes Necessary? We are staying in a production where regular energy root will apply at a fast speed. More time will use at the house, and by constructing energy-efficient homes, these standard energy roots can also decrease, or irregular processes will occupy. Energy-Efficient House Lighting.

Energy Efficiency