Construction

For the United States to meet its goals of having 80 percent clean electricity by 2030, a power sector that is 100 percent carbon-free by 2035, and nationwide net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by the middle of this century, all new housing construction must comply with green building standards. A LEED certification ensures that the house […]

The momentum of home renovations across the United States is going strong. According to data from a survey by Modernize, 41 percent of homeowners are finishing a home improvement project this June and already preparing to start a new project before July. A large majority or 71 percent of homeowners intend to spend $5,000 or

Be it a property that you’re planning to sell eventually or one that you’re intent on keeping for life, you need to think about the importance of safety and security. Homeownership doesn’t end with just buying a home and signing the dotted line. It involves a lot of maintenance and ensuring that your home is

Working from home has never been more convenient. Having a designated home office offers a relaxed and peaceful work environment, reduces time and money in daily commutes, and provides manageable working conditions that fit your taste. This allowed employees to become creative in their workstations and establish a comfortable routine that promotes productivity. Do a

As spring finally draws to an end, this only means one thing: summer is just around the corner. Warmer weather often reminds us of beach trips and the anticipation of free time outdoors, but for the average homeowner, summer means turning back on the cooling systems at home, including air-conditioning units. Although air conditioners give

Home renovations are economical solutions and a practical move compared to shifting houses every time a crack or fissure appears in its walls or the roof. Still, no matter how easy it may seem, renovating your home is as arduous as is finding and shifting into a new home. Ensure you have your entire renovation

With everything that’s been happening around us, it’s not uncommon to think that the present is just the continuation of an exhausting yesterday. Not only our work but the news and other factors seem to be taking a toll on us. Our daily lives seem to be just flashing before us as we keep on

It’s often said that a home will be the most expensive thing you buy in your life. And unless you become immensely wealthy one day, that places a significant amount of financial weight on your eventual decision in this matter. Do you really want to buy a house instead of paying rent indefinitely? What are

A lot of renovation happens during the pandemic. It cannot be helped; people spend more time at home, which is why a lot of them notice little things that need repairing in their home. This might be the case with your home, and the bathroom is one of the easiest to notice among the many

The built industry has a massive impact on our environment. Studies indicate that on a global scale, it accounts for about 30% of natural resources extracted and 25% of solid waste generation. Construction encompasses a wide variety of projects. They include roads, bridges, and other forms of infrastructure and commercial buildings and suburban developments. Thus,