Golden Gate Bridge district approves $1B in seismic retrofit work

Golden Gate Bridge district approves B in seismic retrofit work

A decades-long plan to reinforce the Golden Gate Bridge to withstand major earthquakes is moving into its final phase of construction. The board governing the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District, which manages the span, voted Friday to authorize about $1.01 billion in allocations toward the project, which has surged in cost. It is […]

Harmful chemicals found in sealants commonly used for construction and remodeling

Harmful chemicals found in sealants commonly used for construction and remodeling

Most people don’t spend a lot of time thinking about sealants, but they are used in every home, school, and workplace. And while you may not have noticed them in your day-to-day life, they can negatively impact indoor air quality and human health.  Sealants are used in building construction to close gaps and regulate airflow, […]