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Anyone using both an ERV and a ducted dehumidifier in the same home? - GreenBuildingAdvisor
Residential

Anyone using both an ERV and a ducted dehumidifier in the same home? - GreenBuildingAdvisor

A user seeks advice on integrating an ERV and ducted dehumidifier in homes, particularly in humid climates, to address ventilation and humidity challenges.

Green Building Advisor · 3 min ·
Project Management

I tested how good are Gaussian Splats for construction progress monitoring?

The article discusses the effectiveness of Gaussian Splats for monitoring construction progress, based on a three-week testing period usi...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Renovation of the Old Riverside House / Ref Architects + 0.5m Studio | ArchDaily
Infrastructure

Renovation of the Old Riverside House / Ref Architects + 0.5m Studio | ArchDaily

The article discusses the renovation of the Old Riverside House in Lishui, China, transforming an abandoned historical site into a commun...

ArchDaily · 2 min ·
Building Codes

Thoughts on gap under mudsill?

The Reddit discussion explores opinions on the gap under mudsills in construction, focusing on its implications for structural integrity ...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Infrastructure

Bore job done with a TBM.

A Reddit post discusses the successful completion of a bore job using an Akkerman Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), highlighting challenges fa...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Safety

What happened to the ceiling of my newly purchased house?

A homeowner discovers significant cracks in the ceiling of their newly purchased 1940 ranch house after leaving it unattended over winter...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Safety

Trades: Anyone else feel like they can’t properly step away from the business?

A plumbing business owner shares challenges in stepping away from daily operations, highlighting dependence on personal involvement for b...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Materials

Is Self Leveler suitable to flatten/level a 6'' Wide Perimeter on which to place walls for Walk In Cooler Structure?

The discussion explores the suitability of self-leveling compounds for creating a flat perimeter for a walk-in cooler, addressing practic...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Smart Buildings

31M looking for side hustle ideas

A 31-year-old Ontario government employee seeks side hustle ideas after his wife’s layoff and impending baby, highlighting financial pres...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Heavy Equipment

Who’s running a D100x140?

This Reddit thread discusses the D100x140 heavy equipment model, inviting users to share their experiences and insights on its performanc...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Project Management

Would you use a DOT bid data benchmarking tool?

A Reddit user proposes a DOT bid data benchmarking tool to help contractors analyze bid prices by state and region, seeking feedback befo...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Safety

In minority communities, why is it so hard to find legal jobs where we don’t have to fight for minimum wage and the protections we are already legally entitled to?

The article discusses the challenges faced by minority communities in securing legal jobs that offer fair wages and protections, highligh...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Materials

What the . . . ?

A Reddit post discusses the unusual construction method where weight is supported by a single piece of rebar, prompting questions about i...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Safety

Hard work leaves a mark… sometimes literally

The article discusses the physical toll of hard work in construction, highlighting how labor can leave lasting marks on workers.

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Can anyone point me to a resource who has direct knowledge about moisture management in old slabs with no sill gaskets under base plates? - GreenBuildingAdvisor
Residential

Can anyone point me to a resource who has direct knowledge about moisture management in old slabs with no sill gaskets under base plates? - GreenBuildingAdvisor

A user seeks practical advice on moisture management for a 1960s home with old slabs lacking sill gaskets, highlighting the challenges fa...

Green Building Advisor · 5 min ·
Aqqu Central Café  / AT interiors | ArchDaily
Sustainability

Aqqu Central Café / AT interiors | ArchDaily

Aqqu Central Café in Almaty, Kazakhstan, is a 2025 architectural regeneration project that revitalizes a 1960s landmark, blending modern ...

ArchDaily · 2 min ·
Safety

Which one of y'all is this?

A Reddit post discussing a construction scenario where safety equipment appears to be precariously holding someone in place, raising conc...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Materials

Customer thinks his DIY drill is about to conquer concrete

A Reddit user humorously shares his confidence in using a DIY drill for concrete work, highlighting the common misconceptions about tool ...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Infrastructure

How is it legal for flaggers to not to get paid for putting up and taking down zones (the most dangerous parts of the job)?

The article discusses the legalities surrounding flaggers in construction who are not compensated for pre- and post-shift duties, highlig...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·
Materials

Installed these louvre panels last week

A Reddit user shares their experience installing powder-coated aluminum louvre panels at a new casino for the Miwok Tribe in Plymouth, CA...

Reddit - Construction · 1 min ·