Construction insights and technical guides
Practical guidance from the CGS Construction team on helical screw piles, light gauge steel framing, sustainability and modern construction methods.
Sustainability ·
Reducing Embodied Carbon in Foundations: Five Practical Strategies
Foundations can account for up to 20% of a building's embodied carbon. Here are five practical strategies to bring that figure down on real UK projects.
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Technical Guide ·
Light Gauge Steel Framing (LGSF) Explained: A UK Developer's Guide for 2026
What LGSF actually is, where it earns its place over timber and traditional steel, and what UK developers should specify to get the best result.
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Technical Guide ·
Helical Screw Piles vs Concrete Foundations: A 2026 Comparison Guide
When does a helical screw pile beat a poured concrete pad — and when does concrete still win? A practical comparison from the CGS Construction team.
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