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New! Drones in the Air for Construction
Technology is ramping up in the construction industry. Professionals are now using drones in aerial imagery to enhance planning and building. In fact, experts use drones for everything from accurate bidding to surveys, updates, and safety. Imagine the efficiency of a...
What’s It Mean When You Say Construction?
We know the word. We say the word and we understand the word. But when we say the word “construction,” what does it really mean? Not surprisingly, the root word of construction is “construct”. Construct means to build. Therefore, from sandcastles to a pillow fort, to...
The Importance of Commercial Excavation in Construction
Commercial excavation is more than clearing the land of trees and creating holes; it’s a science. When you cross a vacant lot, the ground might seem sturdy beneath your feet, but using large machinery to construct your commercial building is very different. Excavation...
Safety and Accessibility are Required for Buildings
When a building project is planned, it is essential to consider the codes and requirements for the area where you are building. Safety and accessibility are tantamount to every building plan and construction. Two important areas of codes are fire codes and ADA codes....
Want an Occupancy Permit? Comply with Codes
In construction, there are many code requirements that must be followed in order for your project to be legal. Specifically, there are occupancy, fire, and ADA requirements. It is important to realize that these codes may be slightly different depending on where the...
What Does Fire Safety Mean for Construction?
Fire codes and fire safety are necessary for every building project. In the event of a fire, people must be able to escape from a building independently. Construction experts at SCS Construction Services ensure fire protection using complex security concepts when...
In the End, It’s All Punch List!
At some point every project must come to an end. When it does, it’s not enough to simply watch it fade away through the rearview mirror. Finally, you must make sure all the i’s have been dotted and all the t’s have been crossed. For the most part, a construction punch...
Top 3 Problems with Commercial Roofs
Problems with commercial roofs on industrial buildings are common. The roof should be a sturdy structure that protects you and your employees, and it becomes a dangerous liability when it doesn't do its job. Here are three of the biggest problems with commercial roofs...
Kountry Kitchen starts rebuilding restaurant after 2020 fire
by: Camila Fernandez and Aleah Hordges Posted: Jun 7, 2022 / 08:15 AM EST / Updated: Jun 7, 2022 / 08:40 PM EST INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — “I want the community to know and Indianapolis to know that we’re not going home,” said Isaac Wilson, a co-owner of Kountry Kitchen....
We Shouldn’t Take Drywall for Granted
Drywall is one of the most widely used and highly popular construction elements today. Without a doubt, it is an integral add-on to any home or commercial remodel and refinish. This building material is also known by many other names: wallboard, gypsum board,...
There’s Huge Choice in Commercial Roofing Materials
Commercial roofing comes in many forms, each built according to the building’s needs and the owner’s budget. Your commercial property’s roof plays an integral role in the overall health of the building and the roof’s longevity. With this in mind, if your commercial...
This is the Best Construction Project Sequence
The construction project sequence is quite interesting because it takes many specialists from different backgrounds to come together and share ideas. To be sure, it’s easy to watch a new building spring up seemingly out of nowhere and not think about the sequence of...
