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Dec

Introduction  Stormwater runoff refers to the water from snowmelt or rainfall that flows over land. Generally, it includes runoff from natural drainage and storm drains serving residential, commercial, recreational, agricultural, industrial, and undeveloped lands. If uncontrolled, this water can cause erosion, pollution, and flooding problems.  This is where stormwater management comes in! In essence, any

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Dec

Introduction  As you’d have guessed, hydrology has something to do with water. Besides, ‘hydro’ is a Greek word that refers to water. With that in mind, water is an important resource, since it’s essential for supporting life on earth.  However, it plays a crucial role in civil engineering as well. For instance, engineers, architects, or

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Dec

Introduction When it rains, water falls on the roof and flows into the downspouts and gutters. Then it’s finally directed to the ground. Where this water flows from here will depend on the drainage plan design. So, a drainage plan refers to the proposed technique of controlling rainwater on your lot. This helps to prevent

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Dec

Introduction  In civil engineering, hydrology involves applying mathematic principles and scientific knowledge to solve water-related issues in society. This may include problems like mitigation of flood, water quantity, irrigation, control, and more. Also, hydrology reports may be concerned with controlling soil erosion/ river flooding and finding water supplies for irrigated farms or cities.  Whichever the

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Dec

Introduction  A topography survey is usually the 1st step in any development or construction project. For that, it’s done before the stakes are positioned or any other survey is conducted. Also, this type of survey offers a multi-dimensional illustration of a piece of land on a 2-dimensional drawing. Yet the information it contains is essential

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Nov

Introduction  Drainage is one of the most overlooked aspects of landscape design by contractors and homeowners. Instead, most people opt for lush green grass or a beautifully designed lawn. Unfortunately, such landscape designs cannot withstand the forces of nature if there’s no proper drainage system.  Another negative impact of poor drainage is that it may

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Nov

Introduction Most builders only focus on windows, roofs, and other openings to prevent water from getting into the home. But managing water flowing on the entire property is equally important. For that reason, it’s important for every construction project to include a grading plan. In essence, land grading is an activity that falls under the

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Nov

California has recently enacted legislation and various programs to promote the use of electric appliances in water heating and cooling existing and new structures. With the most recent energy code specification being the Building Decarbonisation Assessment. Otherwise known as JA13 (Joint Appendix 13). According to this specification that was published by the California Energy Commission

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Nov

Introduction The cultivation and use of Cannabis are becoming increasingly popular across the work. But law prohibiting its use are decreasing day by day. In the USA, for instance, various states including California have passed measures for Cannabis legalization. This popularity and legalization of Cannabis are either for medical use or recreational purposes. Either way,

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Nov

Grading Plan is an important phase in construction since it influences the project’s success. Besides, construction results can vary widely if grading isn’t done properly. It can cause improper drainage or cause the groundwater to create structural problems. All these factors will have negative impacts on the environment. Therefore, it’s important to create and implement

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Nov

Introduction HVAC systems play a very crucial role in ensuring the comfort of any residential or commercial building. So, if your home doesn’t have one, you should consider undertaking an improvement project. This may include; installing a new heat pump, boiler, furnace, or any other cooling & heating system. Unfortunately, undertaking such a significant project

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Nov

Introduction An MEP permit allows you to undertake any new Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing project. However, each of these components requires a separate permit. For instance, a mechanical permit allows the installation of equipment like kitchen hood systems or HVAC systems. While a plumbing permit authorizes the installation of sprinklers, refrigeration, and gas lines. Moreover,