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Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%. HVAC System Failures Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) defects impact comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality.

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Construction Cost Optimization

Job Order Contracting

Guide to Construction Cost Optimization provides a road map for applying best management practices necessary to drive financial visibility and transparency. Introduction Objective, verifiable, and locally researched detailed line-item unit price construction data provides the highest level of cost visibility and cost management capability.

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No Pressure: How Will JCoP Help Construction Companies Keep Their Water Locked Away?

UK Construction Blog

Dan Simmons, Managing Director and founder, Quensus If insurers were asked to rank what they see as the most costly damages they could incur, you would expect factors like weather, fire and theft to sit high up the table. Smart valves allow companies to monitor and manage all aspects of water anywhere, anytime.

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AI fuels data center demand: Can precast concrete keep up?

Construction Specifier

Since precast concrete components are manufactured offsite, they can be procured and fabricated prior to the site being disturbed, and the precast can be scheduled to be erected at a specific time once the foundations are in place, says Corey Greika, vice president/general manager of Coreslab Structures in Indianapolis. Take our quiz!

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

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. Exposure limitations, such as UV, wind, or rain sensitivity, must be managed carefully during installation to prevent premature failure.

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Opinion: How to fix the Building Safety Regulator

The Construction Index

Moreover, every detail of the design’s quality assurance evidence must be listed in what is called the ‘golden thread QA document’ – the third gateway. However, while the BSA is welcome in principle, the underprepared implementation has been causing significant challenges for the industry.

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DIY Electrical Repairs vs. Hiring a Licensed Professional

CCR Magazine

With an abundance of online tutorials, instructional videos, and step-by-step guides, tackling minor electrical repairs may seem manageable. Professional electricians provide warranties for their services, guaranteeing quality workmanship. DIY repairs, in contrast, do not offer such assurances.