Construction 2024, April

During the laying of highways in wetlands and under water, special attention is paid to such a stage as pipeline ballasting. What is this process, what tasks does it solve and what installation methods exist?

Construction services are always popular. Therefore, it is not surprising that many professionals employed in this field prefer to work independently rather than for hire. However, such activities entail the need to search for orders. The more of them, the more stable the financial position of the specialist

Obtaining a building permit is considered an obligatory step for those who plan the further construction of any objects, including an individual residential building. This requirement is put forward by the Urban Planning Code

If there is a desire to build a building of high quality (no matter which one), then one has to meet with various conditions and restrictions. For example, without good planning and design, the chances of success are greatly reduced. And there are both the requirements of common sense and building codes. Only private houses with an area of less than 300 square meters can do without the latter

LCD "Nevsky" near the "Water Stadium" - a modern residential complex located in the Northern Administrative District of Moscow. It consists of five monolithic tower houses, around which there is no infrastructure. Buyers are offered to purchase apartments and apartments. The developer is the Krost company, which specializes in business and comfort class housing

Prefabricated reinforced concrete foundation is a rather practical and high-quality structure that has been used in construction not so long ago. It is a monolith in which iron blocks are mounted. Using this technology in construction, you will noticeably save not only installation time, but also money. In our article, we will try to tell everything about what a reinforced concrete structure is, what types it is, where it is used, and so on

In recent years in Russia, at the state level, the idea that quarterly development should supplant microdistrict development has been actively promoted. Due to the fact that it is considered not only more modern, but also more convenient for residents. Let's find out what are its features

The current pace of development of the construction industry requires market participants to erect buildings in record time. Prefabricated buildings and structures help to meet the established time frame without sacrificing the quality of buildings

Starting a conversation about how to join the SRO, you should start with a definition. What is hidden behind this mysterious abbreviation? So, this is a self-regulatory organization, which in its essence is a non-profit association. It consists of entities united by one common type of activity or profession. So, knowing the definition, you can decide whether to join the SRO

A reliable foundation is an important attribute of any building. The house will be strong and safe only if all work processes are correctly and accurately performed. One of the most important stages is the zero cycle of construction. These are works on soil preparation, its excavation, installation of engineering networks, construction of the foundation itself

The foundation is the basis of any building. It takes on the total load from the wall, ceiling, floor and roof. The service life of the building will depend on its strength. The cost of its construction can reach 40% of the cost of the building. Pile foundation will help reduce construction costs. Installation of piles with a grillage is an excellent replacement for the classic strip foundation

Substation is one of the most important and widespread components in power delivery and distribution systems. With its help, the functions of current control, its conversion and reception are implemented. The quality of these and other tasks will depend on how competently the construction of the substation was completed, as well as its connection to the power line

In an effort to make the living space cozy, comfortable and beautiful, we pay close attention to the design of the walls. The most common and inexpensive way to finish is wallpaper. There are a huge number of brands offering decorative coatings on the modern market. A lot of good reviews about Erismann wallpapers. What is the peculiarity of these products, and what to choose for your home?

A beautiful porch is a good addition to any country house. What is the best material to build it from? What design solution to choose?

We decided to build a house, when the question immediately arises: "Which house project to choose, how to plan the surrounding area, how to organize the design of the premises and decorate the rooms." A home needs to be both comfortable and beautiful. What ideas are there?

The load-bearing wall is the main structural element in the construction of a building according to a frameless structural scheme. In order for the whole structure to work correctly and be reliable, it is necessary to choose the right wall parameters and materials for them

Column is a very important load-bearing element, especially when it comes to an industrial building. And no less important is the correctly selected foundation for it - after all, the reliability and stability of the future structure depends on it

Strip-pile foundation is the best solution if you are not sure about the reliability of the bearing capacity of the soil. With such a base, you do not have to worry about your design even in the most extreme conditions

It is impossible to imagine almost any building without a expansion joint, especially when it comes to large-sized structures. After all, a temperature, anti-seismic or sedimentary seam is, in fact, a guarantee of the strength of the building and its steadfastness in the most difficult operating conditions

To make your home not just a home for you, but a real fortress in which you will feel secure and comfortable, it is important to lay every brick, every detail with attention and responsibility. And laying the foundation is one of the most important stages of construction

Do you want to have a quality, beautiful, reliable and durable home? The whole secret lies in the right building materials. Brickwork - a great option for a cozy cottage

Metal siding is made in the form of panels with a wide variety of sizes, but the length can only be 3.4 and 5 meters. It should be chosen based on the parameters of the building to be sheathed. Metal siding is selected strictly in accordance with the geometry of the structure

Wooden construction is always in great demand, so the lumber market is constantly updated with new offers. With such an abundance of wood, it is easy to get confused, especially for a person who has not previously encountered this issue

Stove heating not only saves money on heating a country dwelling, but is also a colorful addition to interior decoration. The stone oven is chosen by owners who have good taste and we alth. For the construction of such a system, of course, it is better to invite a specialist. But many owners decide to design a stone oven with their own hands. How to deal with this, what knowledge, materials, etc. are required? Read about all this in the article

The installation of sanitary communications in an apartment or cottage inevitably entails the purchase of new plumbing materials. If the owner of the living space is going to entrust the work to hired specialists, he will not have to understand the intricacies and features. In this case, the purchase of materials will be handled by professionals. However, to carry out repairs with your own hands or to control the work of the involved craftsmen, you need to carefully study the possible options

Designing a home in accordance with one's tastes and needs is one of the ways a person expresses himself. Both the interior finish and the choice of materials must match the chosen design solution

It should be understood that cosmetic repairs must be made only from high-quality materials using the latest technologies. This will affect the final result and determine the cost of finishing work

It is the fine finish that creates the appropriate style and design for each new home. But in order to reach the fine finish, the craftsmen have to go through another important stage - preparing the walls of the building for their fine finish, that is, roughing. The work of the rough finish of the building includes the preparation of the floor for the final flooring, and rough plaster, and the processes of insulation and soundproofing

A double front door is installed in a non-standard opening (most often wide). This option has a lot of advantages and noticeably decorates the design of the house

Heating gas country houses, of course, has a lot of advantages. The only drawback of such systems is the high cost of installation. But the blue fuel itself is very inexpensive. In addition, such systems are considered very convenient to use

Conversion of electrical energy into thermal energy is considered the most convenient method of heating a home. The only problem is that at the end of the month the owner of the apartment or house gets huge bills. But to draw premature conclusions, as well as to abandon the attractive technology of the aforementioned type, is not worth it. Cheap heating of the house with electricity is still possible

Varieties of heat-resistant tiles for stoves and fireplaces. Features of facing with their help and choice. How to properly tile

The thickness of drywall for the ceiling is of great importance when choosing this building material. Working at height, the heaviness of the sheet, the desire to embody bold design ideas - these are the criteria that must be considered before buying

Project declaration is the fundamental document required to start construction. It contains all information about the developer, the construction site and other important data intended for disclosure of information to potential home buyers

Is a log house better or worse than a brick (frame) structure? Excellent thermal conductivity, environmentally friendly wall material, long service life - this distinguishes such houses from their stone counterparts. And in appearance, the tree is much more beautiful than gray stone

The canopy over the porch is not only an excellent protection of the front door from the weather, but also a stylish decoration of the facade of the house. Properly chosen form will significantly decorate the overall appearance of the building. And modern materials will reliably protect from strong wind, rain or snow

Warming a house from a bar is a crucial step in its construction or repair. The right choice of materials, high-quality and error-free installation is the key to a long service life of the house, a comfortable life in it and the absence of the need to redo everything again in a short time

Sliding gates for summer cottages are an excellent solution that fits into any interior of the site, providing comfortable use of the locking device, reliability, durability and safety of property. You just need to choose the right accessories and enjoy the comfort

Premises designed to store raw materials or finished products must meet a large number of requirements. One of these is warehouse lighting. This is especially true for buildings with a large area and high ceilings. Here, the installation of conventional lamps is not possible, since special calculations are required

Since ancient times, a wooden structure has been the main type of housing. If you look at the hut, which was built over a hundred years ago, it is significantly different from today's buildings. One of the characteristic features is the presence of a large number of carved elements decorating a wooden house. Each part has a name and carries a specific meaning. One of such decorations of the wooden facade is the prichelina. What it is, you can find out if you turn to the old building technology