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West Bank – Construction Costs Increase

Job Order Contracting

West Bank – Construction Costs Increase. Construction Cost Index (CCI), Road Cost Index (RCI), Water Networks Cost Index (WNCI) and Sewage Networks Cost Index (SNCI) in the West Bank* during September, 09/2021. The Construction Cost Index (CCI) for residential buildings in the West Bank* reached 114.21 of Statistics.

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Why Banks Won't Lend Money To Your Construction Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

Think of all the times: You loaned money to a friend or relative Provided labor and materials for somebody's home or business without a deposit check Did change order work that you never got paid for doing and never will Gave a subcontractor/employee an advance on their paycheck, and you never got paid back Multiply that by 100,000, and you will understand (..)

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African Seed Bank Built From Recycled Materials

Natural Building

“My idea is to pass the knowledge of natural building to the local people so that they can do the same using readily and locally available materials,” says Ms Cole. This particular building is a seed bank in the compound that hosts Seed Savers Network. See www.nation.co.ke to read the original article.

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How To Choose The Right Roofing Material For Your Home

Construction Marketing

If you’re looking for roofing materials for your current or future house, then the choice of materials can differentiate between a good and a bad home. Choosing a roofing material can determine the durability of the construction. It’s no doubt that choosing the right materials for your home can be a daunting task.

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Building Trends: An Old Material Becomes New Again

Viewpoint Construction Technology

In addition to changing technology, we may also be on the cusp of a shift in building materials. But the material under consideration might surprise you. At a time when the cost of building materials is on the rise , alternatives like this might be worth some extra attention. Is Wood the Future? What’s so great about wood?

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Why You Need Materials Financing in Your Back Pocket

Levelset

Even if you have enough cash today, financing your materials is a great solution to have in your back pocket for unexpected needs in the future. “We Now it is with Materials Financing.” – Joseph G., Taking on bigger jobs requires more cash flow to cover upfront material costs and overhead expenses within your business.

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How to Increase Cash Flow for Your Construction Business When You Can’t Get the Financing You Need From the Bank

Levelset

As a commercial specialty contractor, it can be frustrating to have the crew, time, and skills you need to take on construction projects but not enough cash to purchase materials. Add in being denied a bank loan, and the frustrations mount. Diversify supplier relationships to get materials cheaper and faster.