Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Promote to rotator No. Rotator Image. Status of webinar Upcoming. Join this webinar to learn best practices for companies looking to ditch pen, paper and excel sheets for more streamlined communication. Thu, 10/20/2022 - 12:00. 1:00 p.m. CDT. Outdated processes can cost you in more ways than one. Every minute field crews and supervisors spend on paperwork or manual workflows is a minute that could be spent elsewhere.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

There are a few different methods that employers use to pay their employees, and while they may have similarities, they each also have implications for your construction business and employees. On top of that, there may be a blended model at play, in which you offer two types of compensation at once, such as a wage and bonuses. When paying employees, laws and the IRS have made the payroll function a time-consuming nightmare for the small business owner.

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Compensation IRS Construction Employment 101

Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

How Much Does New Home Construction Cost in 2022? Here’s a Full Breakdown. ldeakins. Fri, 09/16/2022 - 10:49. It's no surprise that new-home construction costs surged amid a supply-chain storm and a labor shortage mid-pandemic, but just how pricey are new residential projects? The average cost to build a house in 2022 is $300,000, but that price tag varies state by state depending on availability of labor and materials, Forbes reports.

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Civiconcepts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

What Do You Mean By Thermal Insulation? The process of heat reduction and heat transfer between the thermal object within the range of radioactive influence, it’s called a process of … Thermal Insulation | Thermal Insulation Materials In Buildings | Best Thermal Insulation In Buildings Read More ».

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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The Return of the Butler’s Pantry—Why Homeowners Are Prioritizing Second Kitchens. ldeakins. Fri, 09/16/2022 - 10:36. Homeowners are revamping their kitchen spaces with supersized pantries meant to keep cooking messes out of sight . The back kitchen is becoming an increasingly popular feature in new construction and in existing home remodels as homeowners look for new ways to keep clutter out of open concept living spaces.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

All-Cash Purchases Made Up One-Third of Home Sales in July. ldeakins. Fri, 09/16/2022 - 10:28. The share of U.S. homes bought with all cash is still above pre-pandemic levels after a surge in all-cash purchases during a two-year housing boom. Around one-third of all U.S. home purchases were paid for with all cash in July, down slightly from the eight-year high reached in February, but still a historically high year-over-year gain of 27.5%, according to Redfin.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The U.S. Dept. of Transportation has awarded $1.5 billion for 26 freight and highway infrastructure projects in the latest round of its seven-year-old Infrastructure for Rebuilding America grants program.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Who pays for damages caused by faulty work or materials? If a contractor’s work fails after a project is complete, completed operations insurance can help cover some of the expenses. It is sold as an extension to your general liability insurance policy and may be required by the state you work in or the project owner. In this article, we’ll explain how completed operations coverage works, and how it protects contractors and subcontractors.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Steve Demetriou will stay on board as executive chair of the $14B industry giant as President and COO Bob Pragada steps up to the chief executive role.

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Industrial 78

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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

By Gary Madaras, PhD, INCE, ASA, CAA, Assoc AIA. Photos courtesy Rockfon. Building design standards and guidelines contain requirements for maximum permissible background noise levels in rooms due to the mechanical systems. 1 A suspended acoustic ceiling is typically the only element between the noise-generating devices in the plenum and the people in the room below.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Lucien LaGrange, a hospitalty and residential designer responsible for some of Chicago's most well-known hotels and condominium towers, is merging his studio with the Lamar Johnson Collaborative.

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Chicago Residential Design 73

Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

California, New Jersey, and Illinois Top List of Markets Most Vulnerable to a Downturn. ldeakins. Fri, 09/16/2022 - 10:20. Several regional markets in California, New Jersey, and Illinois are at risk of a downturn as the housing market cools off from a mid-pandemic buying frenzy . A recently released Special Housing Report from real estate data firm ATTOM reveals that New Jersey, Illinois, and inland California continued to have the highest concentrations of the most-at-risk markets in the secon

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The 7.8-mile toll road, in private hands since 2005, could soon have Australian toll road operator Atlas Arteria as majority owner.

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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Has Home Price Growth Already Peaked? ldeakins. Fri, 09/16/2022 - 10:44. Home prices are still rising across the U.S., but housing experts say they're losing steam as buyer demand drops and home sales slow. Home sales are slowing across the nation as prices continue to register double-digit growth on an annual basis, but according to Realtor.com, runaway real estate inflation may finally be slowing.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

U.S. embassy compound project in Turkmenistan violated a local rule, causing lengthy delays and $131-million cost overrun, lawmaker says.

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Civiconcepts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

One of the essential pieces of furniture for everyone’s bedroom is the wardrobe, which is essential to house not only clothes but also other personal items such as shoes, scarves, beauty … How to Choose the Perfect Wardrobe for a Small Apartment Bedroom Read More ».

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Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

I am posting this mainly because I think the design and execution of this large dome home is very nicely done. It is obviously not a geodesic dome, but rather one created with curved wall framing. The simple shingled exterior looks rustic and effective in shedding water. The wood paneled interior has nice warmth, and the long strips of glazing bring in lots of light and views of the natural surrounding.

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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The life of a contractor is a hectic one with most of the time spent on a jobsite — and a lot of places in between. With the amount of money you invest in tools and equipment, it’s crucial to protect those assets no matter where you go. Your base insurance policy may offer some coverage for unexpected damage to some business property, but making assumptions about the extent of coverage could lead to some financial distress. .

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Learn Civil Engineering

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

What Is Transportation of Concrete? Transportation of concrete means the transferring or moving of concrete from the place of mixing to the construction site. The concrete is mixed in the construction site or away from the construction site depending upon the type of the construction process as well as the amount of concrete required. Also […].

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The CHIPS and Science Act aims to bolster U.S. leadership in innovation and technology. For some Top 100 sustainable design firms like Flad Architects, it’s an opportunity to expand into science and technology markets.

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Certification Green Innovation Sustainability 45

ExactHire - Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Recently released on ExactHire’s website is a comprehensive overview of applicant tracking systems. We have a detailed account of features provided, the cost of the software, important integrations, and the overall importance of the product. This guide breaks down the components that make up an applicant tracking system and explains each of them in detail.

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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Port of Long Beach officials estimate dredging operations for the channel widening project could begin by 2026.

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