Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The Share of Women in Construction Rose Sharply in 2021. The number of women working construction jobs climbed to a record high in 2021, and according to NAHB, that share is still going up. million in 2021. million in 2021. Tue, 09/13/2022 - 10:16. of the such occupations. Women in Construction. Labor + Trade Relations.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Labor and Material Shortages Delay Home Construction. Tue, 10/26/2021 - 09:51. million by June 2021, a jump of 36.4% While skilled labor shortages are making it harder to build and renovate homes, wait times for materials are also causing delays. Building Materials. The supply deficit increased to 5.24

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Pro Builder

APRIL 14, 2022

Prices for Building Materials Continue to Rise. gain since September 2021. On the contrary, prices for steel products and ready-mix concrete declined in March, but remain elevated after months of consecutive increases during the pandemic. Year-over-year, building materials prices increased 20.4% Building Materials.

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Pro Builder

JULY 26, 2022

Builders Turn To Alternative Materials Amid Supply Chain Disruptions and Labor Shortages. Labor and supply chain issues have created substantial hurdles for builders over the last several years, but alternative products and materials offer a cost-friendly solution . Building Materials. Building Materials.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Job Order Contracting 2021 is a competitively bid, firm, fixed-price, indefinite quantity contract, and integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery program for as-needed construction services. The post Job Order Contracting 2021 and Beyond appeared first on 4BT. LEAN Principles, Tools, and Support Services.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Prices for Lumber, Steel Mill Products Fall For Second Consecutive Month. Building materials prices fell for the second consecutive month in October since peaking during the first and second quarters of the year. Building materials prices fell 0.2% Steel mill products prices declined 6.6% Building Materials.

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Pro Builder

MAY 3, 2021

Material Shortages Plaguing More Than Just Home Building. Mon, 05/03/2021 - 09:37. Material shortages are a widespread concern for an array of U.S. contractor told The New York Times that costs for materials such as drywall, aluminum, and steel have increased by 10% to 20%. Building Materials. cbroderick.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 18, 2021

Residential Building Materials Prices Up 23%. Fri, 06/18/2021 - 09:13. compared to one year ago, with specific material prices advancing nearly 90%. Building materials alone increased 9.4% Building materials alone increased 9.4% Steel products posted a 2.4% Building Materials. Building Materials.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 7, 2020

A locally researched cost database, also referred to as a unit price book (UPB), describes the technical aspects of construction tasks (required labor, crew composition, productivity, material, and equipment) as well as associated granular cost data. The post Collaborative Construction Cost Estimating 2021 appeared first on 4BT.

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BD+C

MARCH 19, 2024

3 reasons to consider green products for your next building project rcassidy Tue, 03/19/2024 - 14:13 Casey Smyth Building Enclosure Systems Green Building Products Moisture Protection Moisture Control/Building Envelope In recent years, there has been a sharp focus on creating a more sustainable building industry.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 18, 2021

High-Performance Features That Set The New American Home 2021 Apart. Thu, 03/18/2021 - 07:00. The New American Home 2021 , built annually in the host city of the International Builders' Show, is not only a beautiful home in the heart of downtown Winter Park, Fla., Sign of the Times: The New American Home 2021.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Residential Construction Inputs Continue to Rise at the End of 2021. Mon, 12/20/2021 - 10:23. Steel mill products, ready-mix concrete, and paint prices all rose in November, though gypsum products declined for only the second time in 2021 at a rate of -0.2% Steel mill products prices rose 2.4% in October.

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Pro Builder

JULY 25, 2022

Wood Framing Remained Most Dominant Construction Method in 2021 Despite Lumber Volatility. increased in 2021 even as lumber prices soared to record highs. On a count basis, there were 895,000 wood-framed homes completed in 2021. In 2021, concrete-framed homes made up 13% of all homes completed in the South.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 6, 2022

New and Innovative Building Products Seen at IBS/KBIS 2022. The 2022 International Builders’ Show showcased hundreds of innovative, functional, and design-forward products making waves in the residential construction industry. New Releases: 17 Building Products to See at the 2022 International Builders’ Show. Fi-Foil Co.’s

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

5 Insulation Products for a More Energy-Efficient Home . Mon, 11/08/2021 - 07:00. When it comes to home insulation products, much of the focus today relates to an increasing demand for energy efficiency and sustainability, taking into consideration the product’s global warming potential (GWP) and ozone depletion potential (ODP).

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

JULY 12, 2022

This represents a 2.23% quarterly increase from the first quarter 2022 and an 8.09% yearly increase from the second quarter 2021. The cost index is determined by several factors considered on a nationwide basis, including labor rates and productivity, material prices and the competitive condition.

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Pro Builder

JULY 19, 2022

June PPI Report Highlights Record-Setting Volatility for Lumber and Other Building Materials. Building materials prices have been prone to near-constant volatility throughout the pandemic, and the latest increases are no exception. Building materials prices have increased 4.8% The PPI for gypsum products increased 0.1%

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 10, 2021

University of Michigan Discovers 55 Harmful Chemicals in Building Materials. Fri, 12/10/2021 - 10:14. Many chemical-product combinations used in building materials pose a significant health concern for inhabitants, especially those who move in shortly after construction when chemical exposure is still relatively high. .

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Pro Builder

MARCH 5, 2021

Standout Green Products from IBSx. Fri, 03/05/2021 - 09:15. Despite technical difficulties, manufacturers were able to show off their new product releases outside of IBSx and KBIS, and many new offerings feature hygienic, efficient, and safety features. It also took home the title of “most innovative building material.”

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Pro Builder 2021 Forty Under 40 Nomination Form. The award celebrates leadership skills, productivity, innovation, professional growth and achievement, creative problem-solving, personal integrity, community outreach/volunteer work, and a passion for excellence. . Wed, 10/07/2020 - 11:56. . There is no fee to enter. 23, 2020. .

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Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Even When Adjusted for Inflation, Lumber Prices Set Record Highs in 2020 and 2021. The average price of framing lumber in 2021 was the highest since 1996, and more volatility could be on the way. Even when adjusting for inflation, lumber prices smashed decades-old records in both 2020 and 2021. . Building Materials.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 16, 2022

Building Materials Prices Increased in July After Large Gains for Ready-Mix Concrete. Inflated building materials prices are showing no signs of slowing, especially after prices for concrete products reached a three-decade high in July. Building materials prices rose 0.4% Building materials prices rose 0.4%

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Pro Builder

MARCH 6, 2021

Roofing Products: Asphalt Is Tops, But Metal Grows in Popularity. Sat, 03/06/2021 - 06:00. Selecting roofing involves a range of considerations about material, cost, durability, and maintenance, not to mention style and curb appeal. Asphalt is the top-ranking roofing material in the U.S. Asphalt Still Ranks No.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 30, 2021

Better Wood: Overcoming the Limitations of Structural Wood Products. Fri, 04/30/2021 - 11:17. With its high strength-to-weight ratio, wood makes for an awesome structural material. By processing woody material and separating the cellulose, the result is hard crystals that are so small they’re measured in nanometers.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

6 Decking Products That Deliver. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 07:00. And, as natural decking materials, namely cedar and redwood, become increasingly scarce and costly, engineered decking, which is typically a combination of wood fibers and polymers—and now includes PVC alternatives—has emerged to offer beautiful, durable, and workable solutions.

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Pro Builder

MAY 14, 2021

Steel Mill Building Product Prices Jump 18.4% Fri, 05/14/2021 - 10:42. Building materials prices have been on an upward trajectory since December 2019 and are now 12.4% Steel mill products are experiencing a price volatility greater now than it has since the Great Recession with prices increasing 17.6% Building Materials.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 29, 2021

As the end of 2021 fast approaches, we have begun to look back on another challenging – but exciting – 12 months in construction. . Despite this, 2021 also demonstrated that layering product and solutions on top of each other without a clear strategy can lead to systems fatigue for end-users.”.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2021

16 Smart, Stylish Product Options for Surfaces. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 06:00. Other surfacing options are made from innovative materials—sugar palm, recycled glass, thermo-setting resins. This extended version of the article that appeared in the March/April 2021 issue contains additional products coverage.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 12, 2021

Choosing the Right Air Barrier Material for Your Project. Thu, 08/12/2021 - 10:14. While there are a variety of materials on the market aimed at increasing energy efficiency, few are as effective as selecting the right weather resistant barrier, also known as a building wrap. kcichowicz. Case Study Image. Energy Efficiency.

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BD+C

JUNE 22, 2023

How to Specify Engineered Wood Products 1 kcichowicz Thu, 06/22/2023 - 10:58 APA – The Engineered Wood Association offers guidance on the properties and applications of engineered wood products and how to correctly specify them in accordance with the IBC. APA members commit to a rigorous program of quality inspection and testing.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

With hundreds of products to choose from, there is a formidable QUANTITY of data to evaluate to make a thorough investigation. Unfortunately, there did not appear to be a standard methodology for making product selections, which is especially daunting for THOSE with limited personal experience. Limitations.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 22, 2021

10 New Siding Products You Should Know About. Mon, 03/22/2021 - 10:52. At the 2019 International Builders’ Show, LP Building Solutions expanded its portfolio of engineered wood siding products to include SmartSide Smooth. Building Materials. Building Envelope.

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Jobsite with Procore

APRIL 22, 2022

The National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) says 90% of builders reported delays and materials shortages in 2021, while the U.S. Supply chain problems and staffing shortages are two of the biggest obstacles currently facing specialty contractors.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 7, 2022

Inadequate lumber production is halting construction projects as demand rises across the U.S. Low mortgage interest rates and new generations of homebuyers are boosting demand for new construction, but insufficient lumber production in the U.S. year-over-year in September, but 2021 rates were just 1.6% Building Materials.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

If you haven’t heard, registration for Autodesk University 2021 (AU) is now open! AU 2021 has been crafted to help you connect your processes, automate workflows, and unlock highly valuable insights—all of which give you significantly more confidence in decision-making. Autodesk University starts October 5.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 6, 2021

2021 Pro Builder Top 100 Products. Fri, 08/06/2021 - 07:00. The Top 100 is Pro Builder 's annual recap of the building products readers wanted to know more about during the past year. From windows to water generators, these 100 products and building materials piqued reader interest for a range of reasons.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Fri, 10/15/2021 - 09:57. in September, the first decline since January 2021. As Congress continues to work on an infrastructure package, the Construction Materials index is particularly salient. Lumber and Concrete Prices Fall in September. What the latest PPI report means for construction goods. The index for RMC has risen 3.0%

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