In 2018, the construction industry had 1,008 worker fatalities in the private industry (or 21.1 percent of all fatalities in the private industry). According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, construction’s “Fatal Four” — falls, struck by an object, electrocution, and caught-in/between — were responsible for more than half (58.6 percent) of construction worker deaths in 2018.Read more
In mid-2019, 20/20 Plumbing & Heating (20/20) began using Procore, software designed to support construction professionals, to manage its single family, multi-family, commercial and hospitality projects across California and Nevada. The benefits of Procore have well-exceeded the initial investment and 20/20 is excited to discuss how the technology has improved the company’s overall performance.
Every commercial building has unique HVAC needs, based on its size, how it is constructed and what types of businesses it will house. When considering which HVAC system to install, builders should consider the following questions:
The quality of a residential new construction project hinges on the expertise and capabilities of contractors, including plumbers. When searching for a residential new construction plumbing company, home builders should take into consideration the following five points.
Whether you’ve got a single-family, multi-family or commercial construction project on your hands, you need a plumbing contractor you can trust. But how do you find someone who’ll be a good fit? When searching for a professional new construction plumbing contractor, here are five things to check for.
Plumbing leaks are just about the same as flushing cash down the toilet. Consider this: fifty-seven percent of homeowners who filed a water leak claim in the past few years spent more than $5,000 on cleanup costs; 15% of homeowners spent $20,000 or more. Read more
As the design of workplaces continues to change, plumbing systems will need to accommodate the evolving needs of workers and organizations. New construction plumbing contractors should be prepared for the following ways commercial design will change in 2020 and impact commercial plumbing systems.
Hotel plumbing differs from plumbing for commercial or residential new construction projects in a number of ways. When scheduling new construction hospitality plumbing services, keep in mind the following steps a plumbing contractor may take.
Heating and air conditioning have come a long way since fireplaces and window air conditioners. Today, HVAC units are more efficient and some models are very eco-friendly.
In the near future, plumbing will be just about as digital as your smartphone. New construction plumbing contractors will work with screens that tell them exactly where to install pipes and how to configure the entire system.
