INSULATION OPTIONS: For contractors who either do foam insulation work or outsource it when the need arises, the IMC code has become a little more flexible. It now recognizes polyurethane for use in ...

When building owners want their building systems to be designed for resiliency, the discussion between the owner and the engineers typically includes redundancy and temporary HVAC systems that can ...

Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems and equipment are often included in residential and light commercial building damage loss claims or forensic property assessments, especially those ...

HVAC – heating, ventilation, and air conditioning – can account for a huge amount of energy usage of a building, whether it’s residential or industrial. Often it’s the majority energy consumer, ...

In many ways, 2020 was an extraordinary year. For many professionals, there was a shift in working from the office to working from home. And so, interest in functional HVAC systems with improvements ...

The 2026 HVAC and IECC code updates are reshaping how contractors design, size, and install systems. Stricter efficiency, ventilation, and documentation requirements mean old shortcuts can now cost ...

When it starts: The 2025 California Building Standards Code applies to projects with permit applications filed on or after January 1, 2026. What’s changing: Key updates include ASCE 7-22 structural ...