Civil Engineering
- June 10, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Communication, Construction, Engineering, Projects, Safety, technology
Construction is a unique industry. There are many factors that can change the course of a project, its budget, and its completion. And if you’re unsure of the amount of labor needed, or have to change the number due to unexpected problems, you’re not going to have the flexibility needed to adjust in an instant. …
- May 13, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, General Construction, Projects, Uncategorized
Managing deadlines, supplies, and worker costs is the best way to execute a successful project. Controlling all aspects efficiently and effectively is the key to success while implementing realistic expectations, factors, and costs. For example the past year, maybe longer, has experienced a labor shortage in the construction industry with more opportunities and fields of…
- April 22, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering, Projects, Retention Ponds, Upgrades
As communities grow, a plan for diverting water becomes increasingly necessary. Stormwater runoff can overwhelm city sewers and can potentially damage local streams and rivers through erosion. Handling the stormwater near its source can eliminate community future costly repairs due to erosion or flooding. retention pond Retention ponds are used as a stormwater control structure…
- April 8, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, General Construction, House Renovation, Projects, Safety, Upgrades
Customers are looking for solutions, and the last thing a client wants to hear is “No”. In the long run, this does not impart much confidence nor credibility. Jerdon Enterprise, L.P. has been finding innovative ways to say “Yes!” to our clients, satisfying their needs consistently since 1984. Jerdon holds over 27 years of professional…
- March 11, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Communication, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, General Construction, Projects, Roads & Streets, Sidewalks, Uncategorized
During the month of February, a historic winter storm passed through Texas resulting in thousands going without power, water, and plumbing. This occurred due to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) declaring a statewide power generation shortfall and enacted rolling blackouts, even though customers complained there was no power for over 30 hours. construction…
- September 17, 2020
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, technology, Uncategorized, Upgrades
Over the years, technology has offered a variety of industries new advancements resulting in increased productivity, efficiency, and more. With a new decade starting to take place, there are talks of technology innovations within the construction industry defined as real game-changers. Here are a few advancements to look for when considering your next project. 3D…
- September 4, 2020
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering, General Construction, Pedestrian, Projects
The Lady of Lourdes originated as a story dating back to 1858. At a young age, St. Bernadette was traveling with her sister and friend to gather firewood. The young child felt a holy presence and tried to make the sign of the cross, but couldn’t due to her nerves. A lady appeared before her…
- August 20, 2020
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, General Construction
What should you be looking for when choosing the right company for your next construction project? Here are a few of the most important qualities in a contractor to help make the best decision for you: Years of Experience with References When choosing the right company for your next project, the process can become…
- August 6, 2020
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, General Construction
Reinforced concrete is a combination of traditional cement concrete with reinforcements (steel bar). This combination is made to use the compressive strength of concrete and tensile strength of steel at the same time, hence, work together to resist many types of loading. The term reinforced is used because the steel reinforces the concrete and makes it…
- July 24, 2020
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, General Construction
Summer is known to be the best season for construction due to the influx of seasonal workers and warm weather. Here are a few of the best practices to implement during the busy summer construction season: Scale Privileges based on Seasonal Workload As summer carries on and responsibilities increase, privileges should increase as well….