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.

Building Code Compliance

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

Legal liability for defects typically extends 6-10 years for major structural issues and 2-7 years for workmanship problems, with standard homeowner’s insurance often excluding coverage for poor workmanship. Impact of Construction Defects Construction defects significantly affect buildings and their occupants.

Electrical Wiring Installation

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.

Building Design

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. The project may also involve consultants who provide solutions to structural, environmental, legal, or geotechnical issues.

Risk Management

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Feasibility Assessment Before investing significant time and money, assess whether your extension dreams are feasible. This documentation is essential for insurance purposes and future property sales. Understanding the process from conception to completion helps manage expectations and achieve the best possible outcome.

Painting/finishing

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.

Environmental Impact Assessment

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Financing and Insurance Challenges Financing a kit home can sometimes be more complex than a traditional build, especially if the kit is considered a “manufactured” or “transportable” home. Future Trends: Sustainability and Smart Features As environmental concerns grow, kit homes are increasingly designed with sustainability in mind.

Building Code Compliance

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

When triggered, they alert security teams, building management, and sometimes local law enforcement. Many insurance companies offer reduced premiums for businesses with certified alarm systems, providing additional ROI beyond security benefits. For commercial applications, access control provides granular security management.

Cost Control

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2025

Setting the stage for energy conservation and reduction Designated as a global emergency by the United Nations, the pollution from GHG emissions, which include CO2, methane, and other harmful gases, have led to substantial, often irreversible, environmental damage. Net-zero is the primary objective necessary for climate management.

Sustainability

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Most reputable manufacturers craft their kits from green or seasoned oak, alongside Douglas fir, sourced from responsibly managed forests to emphasize sustainability and eco-conscious construction practices. Optional glazed oak lanterns represent premium additions that dramatically enhance both natural lighting and architectural impact.

Fire Protection System Installation

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Facilities Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), while critical to reducing rampant environmental and financial waste, is rarely practiced to mature levels capable of delivering signficant improvement. Identify factors that impact TCO. How to demonstrate cost impacts over time. How to quantify requirements and costs.

Environmental Impact Assessment

UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2025

Understanding Damp Damp affects buildings by allowing unwanted moisture to enter structural elements, leading to material decay and potential health impacts for occupants. Non-compliance carries risks such as refusal of completion certificates, higher insurance costs, and latent defects in the building.

Wall Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

Mobile optimisation proves critical, as many construction searches occur on smartphones, often from project sites or during initial property assessments. Professional photography, detailed testimonials, insurance verification, and clear company information build confidence that encourages initial contact.

Building Performance Measurement

UK Construction Blog

JULY 12, 2025

Assess Your Business’s Cleaning Needs Every business is unique, and so are its cleaning requirements. Industry Certifications: Look for certifications from recognized organizations like ISSA (Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association) or CIMS (Cleaning Industry Management Standard).

Insurance Management

Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Businesses have to analyze and assess multiple suppliers to find the most compatible ones, and they often require their vendors to have certain licenses, qualifications, and certifications. For contractors, these come in the form of a process known as prequalification and contractor management. What is Contractor Management?

Health Regulations

Safety Services Company

JULY 30, 2024

The company prides itself on a culture of “passion, partnership, and performance,” which has earned it the title of US Best Managed Company for three consecutive years. ISNetworld helps companies like Coke Florida manage contractor safety, insurance, and regulatory information.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Buildern

MARCH 6, 2025

The answer lies in the construction site inspection checklist, which is a powerful tool to monitor progress, assess if it complies with local regulations, and ensure that everything is carried out according to the highest standards. Insurance Inspections Third-party inspectors usually conduct insurance inspections.

Inspection

Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

At the same time, the built environment must adapt to the impacts of an already-changing climate by optimizing the resiliency of structural systems. Moreover, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides guidance on designing buildings to mitigate the impact of severe weather. Millions of properties across the U.S.

Sustainability

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Climate change is impacting businesses worldwide, with commercial properties facing risks from extreme weather and rising sea levels. A commercial property insurance broker can help identify vulnerabilities and secure the right coverage. Conducting a comprehensive risk assessment is essential.

Disaster Preparedness

Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

Understanding Zoning Laws and Permits Zoning Laws Zoning laws in Texas dictate how land can be used in different areas, impacting the type of construction permitted. This often involves conducting an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) to evaluate potential effects on local ecosystems, water sources, and air quality.

Building Code Compliance

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

The asset information model is a maintained information model used to manage, control, and operate a respective asset. AIM is required to support an organization’s asset management system. A BIM execution plan manages the status, timeline, delivery, and completion of a project. Life-Cycle Assessment. BIM Execution Plan.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

The impact of artificial intelligence is incredibly profound, which is why AI in the construction market is expected to be worth $151.1 AI applications may include advanced project management tools, predictive analytics for risk assessment, and optimization of construction processes. billion by 2032.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

It offers significant environmental benefits because of its reduced carbon footprint, and its biophilic design elements which bring a natural, warm aesthetic that can support cognitive performance, physical health, and psychological well-being. You must also factor how to minimize risk to the timber during the construction process and beyond.

Building Performance Measurement

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

This guide will help you understand how this process adds value to your project by saving costs, adhering to environmental standards, and simplifying the renovation journey. Established safety measures, based on detailed risk assessments conducted well in advance, are deployed to ensure increased safety.

Environmental Impact Assessment

PN - Project Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

​ Risk management and insurance Risk management and insurance should always be part of transporting heavy construction equipment overseas. Construction companies must assess and mitigate potential risks associated with the process, such as damage, loss, or delays!

Construction Equipment

CivilJungle

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Information of Construction Risk Management. Construction risk management is a long steep process, in which we have to calculate the all-possible risk and determine the process by which we can reduce this type of risk. Construction risk management system keeps the detailed document of all-possible risks for easy to address them.

Risk Management

CCR Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

Strategic Planning and Feasibility Assessment Before starting any renovation project, it’s important to carefully plan and assess feasibility. Budgeting and Cost Management Effective budgeting is key to avoiding financial surprises and ensuring profitability.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Rabbet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

This focus on social impact distinguishes it from traditional financing, which is primarily profit-oriented, catering to a broader range of commercial ventures without specific emphasis on affordability or community development. HUD financing is mission-driven, designed to promote and support affordable housing and community development.

Real Estate Development

CCR Magazine

JULY 15, 2024

Whether you’re downsizing, moving, or simply looking to declutter your home, self-storage units offer a versatile and convenient option for managing your belongings. Check if your homeowners or renters insurance covers items in storage, or inquire about storage insurance options offered by the facility.

Material Storage

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, construction risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. Environmental Risks.

Risk Management

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. . With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. What is Construction Risk Management?

Risk Management

CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

In today’s competitive commercial real estate market, property managers are discovering that scheduled interlock repair services deliver far more value than simple visual enhancements. The Safety Imperative That Drives ROI Let’s be honest most facility managers don’t wake up excited about pavement maintenance.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2025

impacting both coastal and inland regions. lies in ruins after Hurricane Milton’s devastating impact. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), flooding accounted for more than $200 billion in damages between 2010 and 2019, impacting approximately 90 percent of all natural disasters in the U.S.

Building Resilience

Construction Specifier

MARCH 20, 2020

According to the research paper, “Shades of Florence Nightingale: Potential Impact of Noise Stress on Wound Healing,” “Noise has long been recognized as an environmental stressor that causes physiological, psychological, and behavioral changes in healthy subjects. Impact of noise on patients and staff. Hagerman, G. Rasmanis, V.

Environmental Impact Assessment

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Location and Community Impact Communities shape lifestyle choices and daily experiences for homeowners. Property taxes, insurance costs, and maintenance expenses factor into monthly budgeting. Interest rate fluctuations impact purchasing power and financing choices. Sustainable community initiatives enhance neighborhood appeal.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Buildern

JANUARY 15, 2025

Builders who actively manage construction costs can save a lot of money while keeping quality high. If effectively managing construction costs is your top priority, then reading this article is worth your attention. Overhead costs, such as permits, insurance, etc. Table of Contents What Are the Expenses of Professional Builders?

Cost Control

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Donating unwanted commercial real estate and other types of property to charity is an impactful way to contribute to society while also benefiting from significant tax advantages. The charity will then manage any further processes related to the property. Ensure that your property does not carry such liabilities.

Property Management