Commercial construction has a significant impact on carbon emissions and can pollute the air and waterways. Our industry can do better. In this article, we’ll cover the negative impacts of construction. We don’t point out problems without providing solutions, though. Once you know how construction can impact the environment, we’ll take you through a number of methods that you can use (and that we’ve used) to make construction projects greener and more sustainable. There’s a lot to cover—let’s build our knowledge:  The negative impacts of construction The built environment [...]

ALBUQUERQUE, NM: Dub-L-EE Construction, an Albuquerque-based commercial contracting, plumbing, and remodeling company, is preparing to host its annual Safety Day. During this event, the entire company gathers to learn more about safe practices in the construction industry. Safety is always a priority in the commercial construction industry. Unsafe working conditions or hazardous practices can lead to bodily injury, customer dissatisfaction, and harm to a company’s reputation. Workplaces can avoid accidents and prevent dangerous issues through better training and education.  Safe work is an ongoing process in the construction industry [...]

With all the high-rises and tall buildings around us, you have to stop and wonder how they got that high. At one point or another, you’ve seen scaffolds erected on construction sites during a build. While many people are used to seeing the traditional scaffolding used to aid workers on a construction job, there are different types of scaffolds for specific purposes.  But how do you differentiate between other scaffolding types? Let’s have a look:  What Is a Scaffold? First, let’s go over what a scaffold is. According to [...]

When it comes to the success of a building, everything hinges on the foundation. It is a firm base for the rest of the construction process. However, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to the proper foundation. There are several different types to choose from, depending on the unique application.    How do you know which type of foundation your new building may need? Let’s take a closer look at the different types and when each one should be used to have a [...]

Is your business thinking about ways that it can minimize its impact on the environment? Making changes to your warehouse might be a great place to start if you’re determined to make a big difference quickly. Fortunately, there are a few very simple upgrades you can make in your warehouse and the way it runs if you want to be more eco-friendly.    What can you do to improve your warehouse and make it better for the environment? Here are six simple tips to help you get started!  Invest [...]

Is your commercial property in need of a major update? While a remodel can be great for you and your employees, it also holds a lot of promise when it comes to bringing in new customers. A simple remodel can be advertised to your customer base and may encourage more people to frequent your brick-and-mortar establishment.    For more ideas related to how remodeling can attract new customers, here’s what you should know:  More Economical Updates If you’ve had your property for a long time, chances are that you [...]

Take a closer look at the concrete exterior of your building. Do you see any cracks? You may be wondering if it’s just wearing down or if the issue runs deeper. You may be seeing signs of concrete cancer.  As durable as concrete structures are, the material relies on waterproofing. Water corrodes concrete. When moisture seeps into the concrete surface, it compromises the structural integrity of your building and causes concrete cancer. This issue is best fixed sooner than later. Left untreated, things will get much worse (and fast).  [...]