Quality construction materials are never cheap, but in some locations construction material costs will take a bigger bite out of your budget than you might expect. That’s even more likely if you’re planning on building in New York City. Another Boom Means Growing Costs The building boom New York City enjoyed before the economic collapse […]
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If you’re a construction manager, you know no matter how dedicated and enterprising you are, the whims of the market can catch you off guard sometimes. Keeping up on the current construction industry employment outlook is one way to make sure you’re ready for what comes. Bright Prospects for Managers Between 2006 and 2016, the
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Your workers are the backbone of your business, so the investment you make in attracting skilled laborers and craftspeople will pay off big. For the best results in your construction worker recruitment and training, go in with a plan. Expand Your Recruiting Reach Look beyond the construction industry for potential employees. Transportation, manufacturing, agriculture and many other industries
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In urban areas, rooftop runoff can overwhelm the sewer system and contribute to water pollution. While vegetation-covered green roofing slows this runoff somewhat, its capacity is limited. For effective storm runoff control, blue roofing is a more effective option. How a Blue Roof Works A blue roof is designed expressly to store rainwater temporarily in
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Modular construction is rapidly gaining popularity thanks to its ability to speed up the building process while also saving you money. Beyond these well-known benefits of modular construction, there are others you may not have considered. Reduce Your Costs The components of modular buildings are manufactured in a factory setting where the process can be
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Today’s modular homes are a far cry from the cheaply-made, double-wide trailers that preceded them. Modern modular construction is capable of producing durable luxury homes that are just as comfortable and attractive as site-built homes. They also offer benefits for construction firms. Quality Homes Built Faster Less material and equipment are needed to construct a
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In the last several years, US construction industry growth rates have shown a general upward trend. Thanks in part to overall economic growth, this year is shaping up to bring more of the same favorable environment for your firm. More Residential Building According to data from Dodge Data & Analytics, U.S. construction is set to
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Workplace safety and injury prevention is a consistently vital topic for construction company owners and managers. By studying information provided by the U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), builders can learn where the top OSHA safety violations occur. At the 2015 National Safety Council Congress & Expo, a national gathering of safety experts, business
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An apartment construction boom in the New York borough of Brooklyn is adding thousands of new dwellings to the area’s housing supply, reflecting trends in U.S. apartment construction in metropolitan areas nationwide. More than 6,000 new apartment units are under construction and are expected to be ready by November, 2016, according to analyst Nick Fitzpatrick,
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Spending on U.S. construction is expected to continue to increase in 2016, though at a slower rate than seen in 2015, according to a new report. Fitch Ratings predicts continued stable growth for construction spending throughout the United States in 2016. The company presented its findings in its 2016 outlook report, cited in an article
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