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Six Ways to Control Rising Commercial Construction Costs

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The summer construction season often brings rising costs. Construction season is upon us, and you know what that means…rising commercial construction costs. The summer always brings more commercial construction activity, more bids, and, as a result, higher pricing. Don’t skimp on architects. Design Build Firms.

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Ohio Court Reforms Construction Contract to Correct “Manifest Absurdity” in Termination for Convenience Term

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BoMar) to construct a hotel in Columbus, OH. That would be a nonsensical result because it would allow the Owner to exceed the benefit of the bargain, which is not something [BoMar] would rationally agree to. Hanuman Chalisa, LLC v. BoMar Contr., 2022-Ohio-1111, 187 N.E.3d 3d 1108 (Ct.

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What Is a Construction Punch List (And How to Improve)

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6 Easy Ways to Improve Construction Punch Lists At some point, no matter how much of a joy (or hell) it’s been, every project must come to an end. But as most steps in construction, it’s easier said than done. What Is a Construction Punch List? The construction punch list, also known as a snag list in the U.K.,

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Client Relationships: 3 Reasons You Should Listen If Your Commercial Contractor Tells You No

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Working with a commercial contractor on a negotiated-bid basis, as Englewood Construction does with long-term client American Girl, can minimize the likelihood you’ll hear “no” from your GC during the bidding process. We want to please our clients and be a good partner to them plus everyone involved on a construction project.

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What Is a Construction Punch List (And How to Improve)

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When they do, it’s not enough to simply watch it fade away through the rearview mirror; you have to make sure all the i’s have been dotted and the t’s have been crossed—and that means a construction punch list. But as most steps in construction, it’s easier said than done. What Is a Construction Punch List?

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Fraud as an Exception to the Economic Loss Doctrine: Changing Trends in Colorado and Tennessee

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But two recent state-court decisions evidence a change in that trend: Both held that the Economic Loss Doctrine bars fraud claims because parties to a commercial contract — often sophisticated and represented by counsel — allocate risk, prescribe damages, and rely on the terms of the bargain. Commercial Painting Co.

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Huge Construction Company Profit Increases Are From Tiny Changes

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We are happy to be able to offer free Invoice templates, free Change Order templates and free estimate templates to construction contractors and other business owners to help them grow their sales and profits and have better lives for their families. Change Orders are a huge source of new profit. Click here.