Ground-up vs. Remodeling: What’s the Difference?
Whether you’re a developer, homeowner, or business owner, you may have heard the terms “ground-up construction” and “remodeling”. While some differences between these types of projects may be obvious, each has unique nuances that require different approaches during design and construction. If you’re familiar with ground-up construction but not remodeling, or vice versa, take the […]
What are the requirements of a good building construction estimator?
What is a building or construction cost estimator? A construction cost estimator estimates costs for everything from buildings to infrastructure by gathering and analyzing project data. They take into account everything including materials, equipment, labor, project size, and schedule of the project. Construction cost estimators work for construction and engineering firms and provide cost estimates […]
2019 California Construction Law
In 2019, California enacted several important laws surrounding construction. These deal with a variety of issues, ranging from structural hazards to licensing violations. Whether you are a homeowner or a construction industry professional, the new laws may impact your ongoing or planned projects. Check out our legislative digest below to find out more about all […]
Quality Assurance at Design Everest
To non-engineers, the idea of “quality” in structural drawings may seem intangible. Yet, quality in structural design is integral to a project’s safety and efficiency. In this post, we discuss Design Everest’s approach to quality assurance with the Director of Engineering, Matthew Burkert. Matthew is a licensed engineer who has worked on various projects in […]