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Why Demo When You Can Deconstruct?

Pro Builder

Why Demo When You Can Deconstruct? Finding new life for used building materials might be gaining momentum, but there are challenges for the salvaged materials market such as scaling up for large commercial projects and growing from niche to massive. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 10:51.

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In-building pipe rehabilitation: convenient and cost-effective repair method

Construction Specifier

By Ryan Graham The average commercial building in the U.S. is approximately 53 years old, 1 and considering the average performance lifespan of a building plumbing system is approximately 30 years, there are thousands of commercial buildings with pipes suffering from age-related build-up and blockage, rust, cracks, and leaks.

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CRE Construction Project Site Selection: 3 Tips for Finding the Perfect Match

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When it comes to choosing a site for a commercial construction or CRE project, finding the perfect match between a brand or concept and an available space is one of the most important steps in the planning process. What will it take to build out the space? Will any “unbranding” be necessary?

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Top construction events and trade shows to attend in Europe for 2023-2024

Lets Build

A growing demand for infrastructural development, urban housing, and energy-efficient renovations is driving the construction market across Europe. Supported by hundreds of partners and sponsors, professionals from every construction sector will find demos and events helpful to their organisation at UKCW Birmingham.

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Top construction events and trade shows to attend in Europe for 2023-2024

Lets Build

A growing demand for infrastructural development, urban housing, and energy-efficient renovations is driving the construction market across Europe. Supported by hundreds of partners and sponsors, professionals from every construction sector will find demos and events helpful to their organisation at UKCW Birmingham.

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What to Look for in Construction Design Software

Lets Build

Many in the industry consider AutoCAD to be the best construction drafting software to create blueprints for everything from residential homes to large-scale commercial projects. Construction professionals worldwide have used AutoCAD construction design software since the ‘80s for 2D and 3D drafting.

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Building Owners Know Your Asbestos & Lead Survey Requirements

Wolgast Corporation

Michigan OSHA (MIOSHA) requires owners of “All public commercial buildings constructed prior to 1980 are required to have a [PQL or NESHAP] asbestos survey on hand,” says authority John Rehkopf, President of Northern Analytical Services, LLC. Alternatively, lead is not regulated the same as asbestos in commercial structures in Michigan.