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6 Factor to Consider When Replacing Your Front Door

Construction Marketing

Replacing your front door is a big decision. Not only does the door serve as an entrance to your home, but it also contributes to its curb appeal. Before you decide to replace your front door, there are several factors you need to consider. Here are seven factors to think about when choosing a new front door. . Your Budget . One important consideration is your budget.

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2022 Construction Materials Costs

Job Order Contracting

Looking for locally researched current detailed construction cost data? www.4bt.us. The post 2022 Construction Materials Costs appeared first on 4BT.

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The Rise of the Modern Estimator

Autodesk Construction Cloud

What we in America call Estimators, and what the rest of the world calls Surveyors, have been around for thousands of years. Today, estimators are the unsung heroes of a project team. No matter where you go, they carry the most risk while getting the least amount of recognition for their success. Their success is a critical element of how a company continues operating at a profit for another day. .

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How Smart Builders Make Money Before They Ever Break Ground

Jobsite with Procore

According to researchers at Arizona State University, preconstruction costs can account for as much as 5% of a project’s total budget, depending on the type and complexity of the project. If we were to apply this number to the global construction market, which is expected to grow to $14 trillion by 2025, approximately $700 billion dollars could be spent annually on preconstruction by the end of 2025.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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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Economic Development Profile: Sweet As Sugar (Land)

Business Facilities

Elizabeth Huff, Director, Sugar Land Economic Development shares her thoughts on the Texas city’s comprehensive and proactive economic development strategy.

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Student Innovators Compete to Solve Global Water Issues

Contractor Magazine

High school and university students from 51 countries compete to claim the $20,000 prize purse in the Xylem Ignite Global Student Innovation Challenge.

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Messer Named Midwest Contractor of the Year

ENR Construction

With $1.1 billion in regional revenue in 2021, Cincinnati-based Messer Construction Co. maintained revenue while coping with the struggles of the pandemic, spurring innovation and increasing workforce diversity, contributing to ENR Midwest’s selection of Messer as the region’s Contractor of the Year.

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Wellness Design, Outdoor Living Features Trend In New Residential Design Survey

Pro Builder

Wellness Design, Outdoor Living Features Trend In New Residential Design Survey. ldeakins. Thu, 06/23/2022 - 11:31. Wellness-related design features and outdoor living amenities are still influencing purchasing decisions post-pandemic. Design and remodeling platform Houzz recently published its 2022 Summer Survey which measures popular search trends from the first quarter of the year to determine which homebuyer preferences are influencing purchasing decisions.

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GE Renewables Faces Wind Turbine Cost Hit In Court Patent Decision

ENR Construction

Verdict in federal suit by competitor Siemens Gamesa comes in accelerating US market, with feds issuing new environmental review of 1,100-MW New Jersey project and U.S.-state compact set to map out supply chain needs in manufacturing and workforce development.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

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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Monthly Mortgage Payments Outpace Rental Costs Nationwide

Pro Builder

Monthly Mortgage Payments Outpace Rental Costs Nationwide. ldeakins. Thu, 06/23/2022 - 11:48. Renting is becoming more affordable than buying a home in most metros across the U.S., but that could soon change as the market cools. A new report released by John Burns Real Estate Consulting earlier this month revealed that having a mortgage costs, on average, $839 more per month than having a lease, making renting the more affordable option for most Americans.

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Kiewit-Employed Pipefitter Dies on Calif. Wastewater Project Site

ENR Construction

Unidentified employee died from injuries sustained while removing large piping at the San Jose plant construction site on June 14.

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These Risky Real Estate Markets Could See a Downturn in the Coming Months

Pro Builder

These Risky Real Estate Markets Could See a Downturn in the Coming Months. ldeakins. Thu, 06/23/2022 - 11:54. The 50 most at-risk real estate markets across the U.S. are vulnerable to price declines beyond a minor correction in the final quarters of 2022. Eight counties in the Chicago metro area and six in New York made ATTOM’s recent list of the 50 most at-risk real estate markets in the nation, Realtor.com reports.

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Phoenix Airport Concourse Cruises to Completion

ENR Construction

Project team uses construction manager at-risk delivery to add eight gates and renovate existing terminal space at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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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Rising Mortgage Rates Cripple Homebuyer Confidence

Pro Builder

Rising Mortgage Rates Cripple Homebuyer Confidence. ldeakins. Thu, 06/23/2022 - 11:58. Prospective buyers are pulling out of the housing market in droves following the Fed's most recent rate hikes. The Federal Reserve initiated its largest rate increase since 1994 last week, a 75 basis point gain exceeding all market expectations, according to Zillow.

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$1B Upgrade to Central California Dam Begins Construction

ENR Construction

The B.F. Sisk Dam height will be increased by 12 feet as part of work to improve the 55-year-old structure's seismic resilience.

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Nonfarm Payroll Employment Is on the Rise Post-Pandemic

Pro Builder

Nonfarm Payroll Employment Is on the Rise Post-Pandemic. ldeakins. Thu, 06/23/2022 - 12:01. Total employment increased in over half of the country in May as the economy makes a strong post-pandemic recovery. Nonfarm payroll employment increased on a monthly basis in 32 states and the District of Columbia in May, while the number of jobs recovered since the pandemic-induced recession climbed to 6.5 million year-over-year, NAHB Eye on Housing reports.

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CA Court of Appeal Affirms Bar on Recovery of Licensed General Contractor for Work Performed by Its Unlicensed Subcontractor

Constructlaw

Most are familiar with California’s harsh penalty for unlicensed contractor work. California Business and Professions Code Section 7031 (Section 7031) bars any recovery for compensation for work performed by an unlicensed contractor under any theory of recovery “regardless of the merits of the cause of action.” Cal. Bus. and Prof. Code § 7031(a). It is well-established that subcontractors are covered by Section 7031 from recovering from owners and general contractors if not properly licensed.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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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GE Faces Offshore Wind Turbine Cost Hit in Court Patent Decision

ENR Construction

Verdict in a federal suit by competitor Siemens Gamesa comes amid an accelerating U.S. market for wind construction.

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Free Master Class for Project Managers: Best Practices for Project & Cost Management

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Everyone working on a project has the goal of delivering it on time and within budget, but few team members feel this quite as keenly as construction project managers. . As the project manager, you’re tasked with overseeing and facilitating the several moving parts of a project. You need to be there during the planning, design, and construction phase, and everything you do is about maximizing profitability by managing the project’s timeline, budget, and quality.

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Reno Tackles Major Traffic Hazard on I-80

ENR Construction

The first phase of rebuilding the city’s ‘Spaghetti Bowl’ interchange focuses on reconfiguring an intimidating stretch of highway.

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Complex Projects Drive Growth at DPR

ENR Construction

Contractor's Phoenix office is riding a wave of megaprojects, bolstered by its knack for prefabrication and self-performed work.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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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Gillette Stadium Requires More Upgrades to Host 2026 World Cup

ENR Construction

Gillette Stadium and other NFL facilities need to accommodate wider field specifications for the 2026 World Cup.

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June 2022 Southwest Snapshot

ENR Construction

Photographs chosen by our editors from submissions to ENR.com/southwest/photos.

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Southwest People: June 2022

ENR Construction

Updates about construction professionals in Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico.

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Southwest City Scoop June 2022: Las Cruces

ENR Construction

Dodge offers data on projected 2022 construction starts in the Phoenix area.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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Southwest On the Scene: June 2022

ENR Construction

Reports from key industry events across the Southwest region.

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Southwest Industry News for June 2022

ENR Construction

Updates on projects and companies in the Southwest region.

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Vogtle Co-Owners Sue to Hand Georgia Power Remaining Project Costs

ENR Construction

Co-owners Oglethorpe Power and MEAG filed lawsuits seeking to freeze costs as continuing delays and monthly project costs of $200M add pressure.

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