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Energy Retrofits Offer a Practical Way for the Remodeling Sector to Practice Sustainability

Pro Builder

Energy Retrofits Offer a Practical Way for the Remodeling Sector to Practice Sustainability. Energy retrofits for existing homes are increasingly attainable, but their implementation relies on a fragmented and slightly antiquated remodeling sector. roof replacement, kitchen remodel, etc.) Remodeling.

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Colors, Character, and Open Living—Here Are the Top 2023 Kitchen Design Trends

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It's out with the old and in with the new for homeowners updating their kitchen spaces, and along with an increased focus in health and sustainability, new remodels are breathing color and character into all-white interiors.

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8 essential steps for effective project cost estimation and budgeting

Fieldwire

For example, focusing on green projects in your county where recycled and carbon-neutral materials are paramount can make you the local authority in sustainability. Construction project stakeholders expect you to self-regulate and reflect on whether you’re up to the task. On average, remodelers net 4.7% before taxes.

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Products That Raise the Bar on Home Water Savings and Efficiency

Pro Builder

Push-to-connect pipe fittings by Uponor Designed for use with PEX, PE-RT, CPVC, and copper piping systems, TotalFit is Uponor ’s newest engineered polymer (EP), push-to-connect fitting solution ideal for service repair, maintenance, remodels, and retrofits for potable hot-water and cold-water distribution piping systems.

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Five strategic trends for construction in EMEA in 2023

Autodesk Construction Cloud

While there are undoubtedly difficult times ahead, 2023 could also be time to thrive for construction businesses and contractors that can focus on sustainability, work smarter and harness the latest technologies to do more with less. Sustainability is not just about constructing green buildings and using low-impact materials.

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FEATURE STORY: High-Tech Hubs Are Moving To Their Markets

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

The remodeled facility is slated to start mass production during the second half of 2013, mainly producing 28-nm system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for tablets and smartphones. We have built this community to be sustainable at every level. Samsung’s total investment in Austin now exceeds $13 billion. Rick Perry in a statement.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Check throw regulator and spring assembly for tightness. This standard is intended to be used to ensure ponds sustain effective removal of a variety of pollutants in accordance with local jurisdiction and requirements. Examine the list for any omissions due to renovation, remodel, program changes, and newly added equipment.