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Low Cost and Easy Soundproofing Solution instead of Drywall and Resilient Channel: QuietRock

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 09:09:09 PST

The advent of high quality audio systems and home theaters has changed the building environment completely. Where hotels, motels, homes, condos, and apartments previously only needed to deal with isolating a neighbor's voice, we must now contend with loud movies coming from next door, even when the sound is simply coming from a good television.

The Impact of Hurricane Impact Windows - part 1 of 2

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 07:00:00 PST

1992 was the year that changed everything. That was the year Hurricane Andrew blew through South Florida and wreaked havoc to the tune of $25 billion. Building officials blamed much of the destruction on wind pressure leaking in through broken windows and doors, causing roofs to blow off and walls to collapse.

Maxwell Systems Introduces All-in-One Construction Business Management Software Solution

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 20:30:30 PST

ProContractorMX is a complete bid-to-cash solution that includes capabilities for estimating, job cost accounting, project management, and more in a single application.

House Plan Review

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 20:50:10 PST

A good set of house plan blueprints can prove to be invaluable during the process of building a house. A set of blueprints will have an affect on the planning, cost estimate, structure, and the actual overall outcome of the construction of the house. You will normally get what you pay for in a set of house blueprints.

Design Build Construction Comes of Age, By Default

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 21:18:42 PST

The delivery of Design/Build projects is growing because it reduces risk and cost for owners.

A Brief Overview of Dam Construction Using Roller Compacted Concrete

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:29:35 PST

Roller compacted concrete is the leading material used in dam construction projects. This article will discuss dam construction using roller compacted concrete, commonly known as RCC dams.

The Benefits of installing a Steel Door

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:22:18 PST

For the majority of new commercial premises steel doors are now specifying rather than the traditional wooden doors of the past, this is especially true for outside applications, so what are the benefits.

Recreate Craftsman Charm in Your Home

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 20:59:28 PST

Craftsman homes imbue warmth and simplicity, a getaway from today's hectic everyday life. The finishing touch: Craftsman or Mission style furniture is an important element in creating a simple, earthy environment in your home.