Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Traditionally, employers have relied on giving employees raises to retain their staff and reward them for being hard-working and loyal. Raises can get expensive, and there is often an upper limit for what you can offer regarding increasing salaries and wages. Keeping your employees happy makes business sense. You want to keep your good employees, and it costs money to find, hire and train new staff.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 30, 2022

Discoloration of concrete is a source of displeasure for both the contractor as well as the owner. It may appear as gross variations in color across large concrete surfaces, light or dark spots, or early light efflorescence. Many factors contribute to this issue, which is why it can be problematic and difficult to prevent. Factors […]. The post Concrete Discoloration: Causes and Mitigation Strategies appeared first on The Constructor.

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Learn Civil Engineering

AUGUST 29, 2022

Glass is a fundamental component of modern architecture. Famous designers and architects use it to add new life to their projects. After all, a structure is refined and simple. This structure of glass is due to the material’s inherent clear color. Modern glass is processed to offer several beneficial features. All these features are mentioned […].

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 30, 2022

Project managers face many challenges, from cost overruns to safety concerns—but connected construction tools can help.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 30, 2022

4BT, founded in 2016, is a certified veteran-owned small business (VOSB), and was founded by JOC program management, technology, and cost data experts with decades of experience with industry sector leading organization including the RS Means Company, LLC, 4Clicks Solutions, LLC, and VFA, Inc. 4BT provides a complete range of JOC tools and services, including but not limited to, enterprise JOC knowledge management technology, locally researched facilities repair, maintenance, and construction co

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

How Inventory Control Saves Construction Teams Resources. Practicing inventory control helps your construction team save time & money while keeping you organized. Greg Ragsdale. Thu, 09/01/2022 - 13:29. All sorts of businesses rely on inventory to provide goods and services to their customers, but when it comes to construction, supplies and materials are truly essential.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 31, 2022

August saw new laws and more federal funding for construction projects, boosts in hiring and construction starts, and more women in construction roles.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Greater focus is required upon Construction Project Delivery Leadership in the public sector. Efficient management of the built environment is critical to the environment, economy, and our overall well being. Repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build activities however have been notoriously ill managed. Both formal and professional education have not prepared real property owners to address the basics of planning, procurement, and project delivery that enable the consistent delivery of qu

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The Constructor

AUGUST 29, 2022

Resifan is a self-leveling and colored coating ideal for places where a continuous and smooth finish is desired. It provides solid and consistent color, and demands low maintenance. The appearance of the Resifan coating surface is similar to that of a polished vinyl floor. The thickness of the Resifan coating ranges between 2-3 mm and […]. The post Applications and Advantages of Resifan in Construction appeared first on The Constructor.

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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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AUGUST 29, 2022

Get Uncomfortable in Command. ccapoccia. Mon, 08/29/2022 - 13:46. As a mentor and business coach, I’ve noticed an unspoken barrier or roadblock to change and improvement — it is what I call the “uncomfortable zone.” With the demands of running a construction company come additional stresses, strains and responsibilities.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The construction industry has historically been quite inefficient, but that’s no longer acceptable in today’s post-pandemic world. As construction companies struggle with shortages of everything from raw materials to skilled tradespeople, sticking to timelines has become increasingly challenging. Indeed, force majeure in construction has become commonplace, from delays caused by strikes in the supply chain to extreme weather conditions.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 30, 2022

Facilities Maintenance and Repair Goals include… Optimizing asset value. Life-cycle management in concert with organizational mission. Maximization of maintenance and repair cost visibility and cost management. Mitigation of unplanned events. Enhancement of facility user experiences and satisfaction. Integration of internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery team.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are certificates that represent energy efficiency of buildings based on a rating from A (very efficient) to G (inefficient). The rating denotes the cost incurred for heating and lighting the property and the extent of carbon dioxide emissions. The need for EPCs is emphasized in the Energy Performance of Buildings (England […].

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AUGUST 31, 2022

Lumber Prices Fell to New 2022 Low Following Goldman Sachs Housing Forecast. ldeakins. Wed, 08/31/2022 - 11:00. Lumber prices fell 4% on Tuesday after Goldman Sachs released its updated forecast for home sales in 2022. Lumber prices fell 4% to a new 2022 low on Tuesday as higher mortgage rates speed along a housing downturn. The in-demand building commodity fell to $465 per thousand board feet on Tuesday following the Goldman Sachs forecast for declining home sales throughout the remainder of 20

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

By Makoto S. Weinstein, PE and Scott A. Tomlinson, PE. Photo © iStock. Designers of new construction and renovation projects sometimes prefer to use exterior-grade waterproofing and roofing products (collectively referred to as “exterior-grade waterproofing” in this article) within interior space for improved performance compared to typical interior-grade waterproofing products.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 29, 2022

As part of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Qualified Opportunity Zones across the U.S. provide a vehicle to reinvest capital gains for near- and long-term tax benefits.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are certificates that represent energy efficiency of buildings based on a rating from A (very efficient) to G (inefficient). The rating denotes the cost incurred for heating and lighting the property and the extent of carbon dioxide emissions. The need for EPCs is emphasized in the Energy Performance of Buildings (England […].

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Peak Inflation Isn’t Enough to Slow Demand for Costly Bathroom Renovations. ldeakins. Thu, 09/01/2022 - 10:48. Homeowners are rethinking their design preferences and dishing out more money for bathroom renovations . Inflation is chipping away at consumer spending on everything from housing to gas and groceries, but that doesn’t mean homeowners are pressing pause on home renovations.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 31, 2022

From healthcare to food services, nearly every industry has been impacted by serious labor shortages in the last year. In construction, these shortages are nothing new, but how the industry is addressing them is changing. . So, what exactly is the state of the construction labor market today, and what are firms doing to recruit qualified workers? .

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 31, 2022

Centrally located in the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving-Las Colinas is recognized as the “Headquarters of Headquarters,” with more Fortune 1000 global headquarters per capita than any other city in Texas.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 31, 2022

Billions in proposed wind-generated hydrogen projects in Atlantic provinces get attention as Canada sees key role in energy transition for Germany, Europe and elsewhere.

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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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SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

August Home Prices Fell at the Fastest Rate in Six Years. ldeakins. Thu, 09/01/2022 - 10:28. Monthly home prices dropped at their fastest pace in six years in August—here's what that means for fall homebuyers . After soaring to a peak high of $450,000 in June, home prices are finally beginning to fall, giving long-delayed homebuyers an upper hand when it comes to negotiation in a cooling seller’s market.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 31, 2022

In today’s construction landscape, there are a lot of products, services, and technologies that offer the promise of “better”. With so many options, it isn’t easy to know where to turn for an unbiased opinion. . That problem ends today. . Autodesk is launching Digital Builder Insider — a collection of resources from industry leaders and up-and-coming thinkers immersed in the world of construction. ?

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 31, 2022

Nucor will expand its Berkeley County, SC steel manufacturing facility. In Marion County, auto body parts supplier DMA Sales will invest $5M to expand its operations.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 31, 2022

Contractors battle drug addiction by making treatment medication Narcan more available on jobsites, providing training to respond to overdoses and fostering prevention measures,

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AUGUST 30, 2022

Mortgage Rates Will Fall to 4.5% In 2023—Here’s What That Means for Homebuyers. ldeakins. Tue, 08/30/2022 - 10:18. Mortgage rates could fall to 4.5% in 2023, according to Fannie Mae's most recent housing forecast, but that doesn't mean buyers will benefit from holding off on home purchases. The rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage will drop to an average 4.5% in 2023, according to a new housing forecast published by Fannie Mae, but that doesn’t mean prospective homebuyers should delay purchases for

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 30, 2022

The Australian Government’s commitment to being net-zero by 2050 has ensured that the focus of every industry sector across the country is firmly on reducing emissions. However, as much of the nation’s industry is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, moving to greener, more sustainable alternatives is likely to be a challenge. For some sectors, the transition is well underway.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 31, 2022

The region has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing economies in the nation and is just a short drive away from major mid-Atlantic cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.

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