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Getting Older Homes Up to Snuff for Energy Efficiency

Pro Builder

New homes also have benefited from code requirements that reduce energy use and improve indoor environments. Those involved in weatherization and energy-upgrade programs—as well as remodeling contractors, government and community organizations, and property owners—know the complexity of the task. higher than for the White population.

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Commercial Construction Trends and Predictions for 2016

HardHatChat

We’re already seeing a boom in senior housing construction as new communities pop up, particularly in suburban areas, but another avenue where we anticipate a high level of construction activity next year is existing communities that must refresh and remodel to stay competitive with new players.

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5 criteria to optimize medical office design

BD+C

To do this, there are five critical categories to prioritize during the design phase of new and remodeled medical offices: privacy, separate areas for practitioners, natural light, outdoor spaces, and thoughtful selection of materials. Siblings and young children need to move around.

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Can construction solve COVID nurses’ need for space and supplies

The Korte Company

Doctors and nurses require work environments that maximize their ability to deliver patient care above all else. . Income from elective surgeries dried up during the pandemic when these services (excepting emergencies) were halted. Big problems with little space to maneuver. Increase airflow in hallways and break areas.

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How One Nonprofit Housing Developer in Roanoke, Va., Is Restoring the Vacant Middle

Pro Builder

Thornton is quick to point out that “the original housing stock in historic cities across America inherently embody the principles of Missing Middle Housing with many in need of reinvestment and low to moderate-income residents needing better options than what is usually available among affordable rental housing.

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Huge Construction Company Profit Increases Are From Tiny Changes

Contractor Bookkeeping

As Construction Accountants our core focus is the accounting processes, Sales Income, Expense, Net Income, COGS and the Profit and Loss. Primary software we use is QuickBooks For Contractors Desktop Version in a cloud environment. Starting point to learn about Fast Easy Accounting services Can Help You Increase Profits.

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Why Builders Wait to See Lower Lumber Prices

Pro Builder

NAHB Policy Brief | Lumber prices have moderated, but lower costs haven't worked their way to builders; New home prices too expensive for lower-income households. The problem for home builders and remodelers is that although lumber futures have begun to moderate, lumber packages quoted to builders have held at or near record highs.

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