Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 4, 2022
July 2022 Construction Industry Stats. ccapoccia. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 09:47. The Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics each month from several sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 4, 2022
The labor shortage is no match for forward-thinking contractors with the right technologies and workforce mindset. See why they're planning ahead.
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Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 4, 2022
10 Tips to Keep Your Trailers in Top Condition. ccapoccia. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 09:37. It’s only natural to want an easier solution for efficiency-draining tasks like maintenance. Heavy-haul trailers trek thousands of miles during their service lives and encounter many challenges — from rocks and ruts to bumps and jolts, no trailer gets out unscathed. Still, the rewards that come with a well-honed trailer maintenance routine — increased safety, more productivity, longer service life and better retu
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Branka Minic’s Plan to Build and Retain a Talented Workforce. ldeakins. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 09:00. As CEO of the Building Talent Foundation, Branka Minic is committed to finding replicable solutions to strengthen the residential construction workforce through training programs and career guidance resources. Layne Deakins. Branka Minic. CEO. Building Talent Foundation Branka Minic’s first glimpse into the world of construction was her grandfather’s family business in Europe, one which, as a woman,
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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.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Reduce, Reuse, Revitalize. ccapoccia. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 08:38. What was once a bustling and thriving area of Birmingham, Alabama, eventually became an economic blight, including the former Carraway Methodist Medical Center. That’s all changing now, thanks to a developer and a demolition contractor. Established in 1908, the hospital was formerly a Level 1 trauma center.
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Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Finding the Perfect ‘Career 2.0’. ccapoccia. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 09:23. Why did a former up-and-comer at an aerospace engineering company pull his head out of the clouds and pursue a career in excavation? The answer is, maybe unsurprisingly, quite straightforward: “I love getting into my machines and digging in dirt,” said Dwight Messick.
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Recession or Not, Home Prices Are About to Fall by a Lot. ldeakins. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 10:18. As 7% mortgage rates make home purchases unaffordable for a growing number of Americans, sellers will soon be forced to slash their asking prices to hold onto waning buyer demand. Recession fears are mounting in the housing market and beyond as the stock market continues to fall and the Federal Reserve puts increased pressure on mortgage interest rates to cool buyer demand.
Lets Build
OCTOBER 4, 2022
The construction sites have resumed, the summer period is over, and it’s time to focus on the next deadlines. To help you get back to work, LB Aproplan has new features for you: copy your project as a template, cancel pending report generation or filter your form templates, here is your quarterly wrap-up! . Save time & clicks: copy your project!
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Florida officials are prioritizing infrastructure repairs as the damage from Hurricane Ian comes into focus, including expediting critical road work. .
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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.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Thermal Engineering, LLC installs 34,500 ft. of 5/8 in. REHAU RAUPEX O2 barrier PEX piping for the snow and ice melting (SIM) system.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Days after commuter rail service on a key Southern California route was indefinitely closed, OCTA approves emergency track repairs to reopen service in November.
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Cancellation Rates Are Soaring in Metro Denver as Interest Rates Price Out Homebuyers. ldeakins. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 10:24. Homebuyers in metro Denver are being forced to pull out of home purchase agreements for homes already under construction following the Fed's consecutive rate hikes. Long lead times and fast-rising mortgage rates are causing an uptick in cancellations on homes under construction in the Denver metro area, leaving both builders and homebuyers in a predicament not seen since the
Natural Building
OCTOBER 4, 2022
This video shows how an earthbag dome complex was built in Ecuador. They used cement stabilized fill and finished it with an earthen and lime plaster. The finished project is revealed towards the end. You can watch the 15 minute video at www.youtube.com.
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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?
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Homes in Flood Zones Are Becoming More Expensive. ldeakins. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 10:30. Rising home values and higher-than-average denial rates for home purchase applications are making home purchases more expensive in areas with high flood risks . As the effects of climate change become more devastating and more widespread, homebuyers are beginning to take climate risks into consideration when making home purchasing decisions, Zillow reports.
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 4, 2022
What Is Roof Overhangs? The distance between the house’s siding and the roof determines how much of an overhang there is on the roof. A structure known as the soffit is what can be found beneath an overhang. Although overhangs on slate roofs are typically longer than those on other roofs, almost all buildings have some roof overhang. Types of Gable Roof.
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2022
NAHB Extends IBS 2023 Registration Deals to Oct. 14. ldeakins. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 10:35. Don't miss out! Register today to take advantage of these discounts. NAHB is extending early registration deals for the 2023 International Builders’ Show, which will take place in Las Vegas from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2. Those who register by Friday, Oct. 14 also have the opportunity to receive a free Expo Pass for members, a $50 Expo Pass for non-members, $100+ savings on the Expo+Education Pass, 1-Day Education Pa
Natural Building
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Yesterday I had a wonderful and rewarding experience of touring a nearby Sufi Community along with other members of our local Permaculture Group. We were invited there by Sequoia and Sunny to immerse ourselves for a few hours in their nearly self-sufficient life. I was quite impressed by the extent of their accomplishments during the five years they have lived there.
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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.
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2022
San Diego Homebuyers Are Sacrificing Square Footage for Affordability. ldeakins. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 10:39. Rising interest rates coupled with historically high home prices have cut hundreds of square feet out of homes affordable to San Diego buyers with a $3,000-per-month budget. San Diego buyers crunched for affordability by record high home prices and decades-high mortgage rates are being forced to sacrifice square footage when making home purchasing decisions.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2022
The commission follows through on its May pledge to combat harassment in the construction industry.
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2022
OX: Your Partner for Energy Efficiency and Weather Resistance. kcichowicz. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 09:52. Builders must prioritize strength and energy efficiency when constructing exterior walls. With thermal insulation and structural sheathing products from OX, you get both. . Walls + Ceilings. sponsored.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Company signs consent decree with Environmental Protection Agency and Justice Dept.
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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!
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 4, 2022
6 Tips for Minimizing the Impact of Rising Fuel Prices. ccapoccia. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 09:02. No one in the construction industry needs to be made aware of rising diesel prices over the past year. They’ve felt the pain. Through the first week in July, the average price of diesel fuel was nearly 70% higher than the year prior. There’s no single magic bullet to reduce fuel costs, improve fuel efficiency or help you navigate through these unprecedented times; however, a group of strategies can certai
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Despite market volatility, Amarillo-based MH Civil Constructors saw a 38% increase in regional revenue last year over 2020, thanks to a solid backlog and focusing on listening to suppliers, subcontractors, engineers and owners to make schedules, scopes and budgets work. .
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Unburned gas makes up as much as 10% of U.S. petroleum-based emissions, University of Michigan researchers claim in journal Science, as Europe probes methane leaks from Russia's Nord Stream gas pipelines that could be sabotage.
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