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Value Engineering Survey Shows Downside to Cost Driven Decisions

Feb. 7, 2013
A recent survey of plumbing engineers found that 73% of value engineering changes have had a negative contribution to the quality of the finished project.

CHARLOTTE, NC – February 7, 2013 – A recent survey of plumbing engineers found that 73% of value engineering changes have had a negative contribution to the quality of the finished project. This finding, along with others highlighted below, show the risks attached to value engineering decisions that are cost driven. 

As a manufacturer of both cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings,  Charlotte Pipe has created resources to assist engineers, contractors and building owners with choosing the right material for the right application. These resources can be found at charlottepipe.com/value_engineering or by calling 800/438-6091.

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