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How to Choose Trusted Tiny Home Builders in Queensland: Expert Guide 2025

UK Construction Blog

Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements. The Building Act 1975 applies to fixed tiny homes, and builders must follow the Building Code of Australia and plumbing regulations. Building codes and regulations Fixed tiny homes need building and plumbing approvals before installation.

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The three Ps of prefabricated EIFS: Preparation, production, placement

Construction Specifier

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

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Oregon architect’s HQ: Northwest’s first ‘all-wood’ mass timber project

Construction Specifier

The building represents a structure made almost entirely of wood with all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating, and cooling systems. The building also incorporates all-electric, refrigerant-free, hydronic heating and cooling systems. The layout of Mississippi establishes distinct zones for programming and services.

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Armstrong’s Fire Manager Boosts Intelligent Pumps

CCR Magazine

Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced the launch of Fire Manager, a cloud-based service that enables Active Performance Management in its industry-leading Design Envelope Fire Pumps.

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

UK Construction Blog

Bathroom Upgrades : Modernising a bathroom typically ranges from 5,000-10,000, including new sanitaryware, tiling, and plumbing updates. Plumbing Updates : Replacing outdated plumbing systems ranges from 2,000-6,000 depending on the property size.

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Alexandria City HS Redevelopment Features Rockfon Ceilings

CCR Magazine

The architectural team specified Rockfon acoustic stone wool ceiling systems to support the new high schools multiple performance requirements and to create a modern appearance aligned with 21st century educational facilities. The Minnie Howard Campus high school offers enhanced daylight, thermal comfort, acoustics and indoor air quality.

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Plan Ahead for Winter Weather Resilience

CCR Magazine

Consider installing energy-efficient windows and doors that meet local building code wind pressure requirements to avoid potential interior building water damage. Exposed plumbing is vulnerable to freezing in cold weather, potentially leading to burst pipes and significant harm to interior surfaces and stored items.