Tutorial
Apr 2, 2026
Build a Construction Cost Estimator with the Substrata API
A hands-on Node.js walkthrough — fetch categories, search products by category, read price_min/price_max fields, and wire up a script that takes room dimensions and material selections and outputs a cost estimate. ~50 lines of code.
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Technical
Mar 16, 2026
Building Product Specifications API — Query SEER, R-Value, U-Value Data Programmatically
Building product specs are locked in manufacturer PDFs with no unified API. Here's how to query SEER ratings, R-values, U-values, compressive strength, and fire resistance data programmatically — with working code examples.
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Comparison
Mar 15, 2026
Substrata vs RSMeans vs 1build: Construction Data APIs Compared (2026)
The construction data landscape is fragmented — no single source covers specs, pricing, sustainability, and logistics. We compared five platforms across API access, data types, pricing, and developer experience so you don't have to.
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