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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. These defects range from minor aesthetic issues like cracked tiles to serious structural problems that compromise safety.

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

UK Construction Blog

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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Essential Tips for Securely Storing Construction Materials

PN - Project Management

"Poor storage of construction materials can result in the materials being damaged or stolen." ​Ensuring the safety and integrity of the construction materials needed to complete a build is a huge priority. Assessing storage needs Assessing storage needs is the first step in securely storing construction materials.

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Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success

Construction Specifier

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Design-assist is a popular procurement method for curtain wall systems in today’s commercial market, intended to help resolve these challenges, particularly for custom curtain walls with unique performance requirements and/or unique material configurations.

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Securing the future: Electrification of doors and hardware

Construction Specifier

These systems combine convenience with cutting-edge security, reshaping how people interact with their surroundings. The demand for secure and scalable solutions requires industry professionals to stay informed on emerging trends, fire protection standards, and product certification requirements.

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Skipping a Measured Building Survey: Risks for Your Office

CCR Magazine

Meeting health and safety regulations, ensuring proper ventilation, and maintaining emergency exit routes all require accurate spatial planning. This can disrupt business operations, delaying office occupancy and impacting overall productivity.

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Timber Frame External Wall Construction Details UK: A Comprehensive Guide

UK Construction Blog

Ensure structural elements like wall ties are installed correctly with a reputable supplier for long term performance. These layers play a crucial role in controlling moisture and air movement within the wall system, protecting the insulation and timber frame structure.