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Bundle Propane Generators & Appliances for More Affordable & Resilient Protection

Construction Business Owner

For example, a 20-kW generator, which normally puts out 82 amps, can bump to as much as 125 amps to start an air conditioner, although it can’t sustain that. “If a generator overloads, it immediately will drop off the four biggest electric draws, then reapply them one at a time to make sure it doesn’t overload.

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What’s Behind the Softwood Lumber Price Spike?

Pro Builder

Lumber prices have increased more than 170% since mid-April, driving up housing costs and dampening residential construction’s contribution to an economic recovery. . Import tariffs and mills trying to play catch-up with demand has sent lumber prices soaring. are contributing to the record-high lumber prices. For more, visit nahb.org. .

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M?BITION MEDIUM-DUTY COMMERCIAL FAUCET | Faucets.

Contractor Magazine

Plumbing Commercial Plumbing. Residential Plumbing. Remodeling. Home > Bath/Kitchen > Faucets > M•BITION MEDIUM-DUTY COMMERCIAL FAUCET. M•BITION MEDIUM-DUTY COMMERCIAL FAUCET. THE M•BITION medium-duty commercial faucet is a single-handle faucet that features three flow-rate options: 1.5,

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Will We See More Seismic Retrofitting in the Construction Industry?

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The city council has specifically explored the need to upgrade unreinforced masonry buildings , which are likely to sustain significant damage during an earthquake. Currently, building owners in Oregon and Washington must address seismic upgrades when older buildings undergo major remodeling.

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Manufacturer Innovation Means Plenty of Siding Options for Builders

Pro Builder

As more modern looks trend upward, more brands are promoting panelized systems that bring a commercial look to the residential marketplace and smooth lap siding to suit the popular modern farmhouse aesthetic. Sustainable softwood siding. Even old standbys, such as wood and vinyl, are offering improved and updated options. .

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A career in plumbing can lead to many paths | Sustainably Speaking

Contractor Magazine

Plumbing Commercial Plumbing. Residential Plumbing. Remodeling. Home > Blogs > Sustainably Speaking > A career in plumbing can lead to many paths. Sustainably Speaking. by Candace Roulo in Sustainably Speaking. Whats Sustainably Speaking? Contact Us. Plumbing Contractor. Wastewater.

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Energy Innovation: Solar Energy Solutions Continue to Gain Momentum

Pro Builder

Solar trees at Florida's Babcock Ranch, where sustainability is built into the infrastructure. Sustainability. In some regions and climates, community solar is not in play and a combination of rooftop solar and natural gas continues to dominate home building and remodeling. . Photo: courtesy Babcock Ranch. . Energy Efficiency.