Establishing new rules seems counterproductive to any business venture and may be viewed as “red tape.”…
SWPPP vs. SWQMP: Meeting Different Regulations
In order to meet the standards set forth by the Clean Water Act, states, municipalities, and commercial businesses have had to adopt strategic controls to reduce the amount of pollution generated from wastewater.…
RESNET/ACCA Standard 310: What Businesses Need to Know
The Home Energy Rating System (HERS) was established in the 1990s by the energy-efficiency non-profit RESNET to help builders create energy-efficient homes.…
Using ENERGY STAR 3.1 to Obtain the 45L Builder Tax Credit
The 45L Builder Tax Credit is a federal tax incentive designed to promote the construction of energy-efficient homes.…
The Stormwater Inspection Checklist: Essentials for Compliance
Frequent stormwater inspections are critical to the federal and local compliance of your SWPPP. …
12 Tips to Build an Energy-Efficient Home
Building an energy-efficient home saves homeowners money on their monthly utility bills and increases the resale value of that home.…
9 Tips for Managing Construction Zones During the Rainy Season
As advanced as our civilization grows technologically, we will always be subordinate to the whims of nature.…
15 Construction Safety Management Tips: Improve Worksite Safety
Workplace safety is a constant iterative process, which always needs to be updated and monitored to ensure proper compliance.…
Combatting Heat Stress on the Worksite | 9 Prevention Tips
While deaths from heat stress remain thankfully low in the US, a total of 43 work-related deaths in 2019 occurred because of heat exposure. …
5 Benefits of a Quality Assurance Inspection to Improve Construction
Quality Assurance (QA) is an essential aspect of any construction planning process. …