Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or an upcoming birthday, gifts are a fantastic way to show your workers or colleagues in the construction industry that you care for them. You may be asking yourself what great gifts for them that you can get this Black Friday. Any ideas? Fear not. Here are the best deals for
Do you have a full understanding of what goes into the site preparation? The construction site preparation process isn’t glamorous at all, yet it is critical to the successful execution of a construction project at hand. Site preparation is one of the initial works to be done for executing construction works. The selected preparation set-up
As the name of the holiday suggests, Thanksgiving is a day of giving thanks and being grateful. For many, they show gratitude for the materials things they have and overcoming certain challenges. But this Thanksgiving, let us not forget to thank the people, particularly the construction workers who have built communities and shelter with their
H VAC systems come in several configurations that differ significantly from each other. Variable frequency drives or VFDs have been utilized for HVAC systems in commercial buildings for more than 30 years. It is only recently that VFDs are installed to a growing number, driven by the advanced energy savings features. VFD technology has advanced
Fresh construction trends emerge every year with the advancements of new technologies and improved building processes. The overall construction industry perspective for 2021 varies by region and country, with GlobalData prediction of 3.2% growth for the sector worldwide. That’s the slowest progress in a decade, but the industry is not stagnant everywhere. Even though the
Augmented reality is one of the newer innovations welcomed by the construction industry in recent years. And as the global market for AR continues to grow, it is expected to become a standardized tool in every construction company that’s aiming to improve its construction management and operations. It will complement other digital tools already used
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and that means Black Friday is, too. But these past years for significant retailers, Black Friday has been one long mega-sale loaded with amazing deals and discounts, both online and in-store, rather than one giant in-store sale for a day. Managing construction projects is not an easy feat– making
Contractors have to deal with a lot in their jobs– from project planning to materials procurement, from crew management to actual construction. But above all, they have to work with clients of all sorts. While some are cooperative, others maybe a contractor’s worst nightmare. So, if you think you might have clients that will give
In recent years, many construction companies are transitioning their methods for building residential and more complex projects and integrating newer technologies. They are well aware that managing construction using the traditional approach is no longer sustainable for companies looking to grow and compete. That is where prefabrication comes into the picture.All these signs point to
IIt’s the time of the year again, where stores and companies from different industries open their doors at midnight and offer cost savings and huge deals on everything and anything. You heard it right! Black Friday is a few days away and this busy season is absolutely in full swing. For HVAC businesses, there is
It’s not uncommon for people to leave their basements unfinished. Typically, homeowners with bare basements use it as a storage area for old stuff, like furniture and appliances. Sometimes, they turn it into a workshop where they can make all the mess they want. However, more and more people are finishing their basements, utilizing every
Whether you are a project owner or a contractor, you want to have a definite and accurate estimate of how much a building cost and how long it will take before you start. In today’s article, you’ll get an in-depth look at the basics of construction cost estimation, including how it functions in the construction
In terms of commercial properties, various and different types of roofing preferences are available in the market. One excellent option commonly used, particularly in low-rise commercial buildings, is built-up roofing. It was first popularized in the year of 1970s. There are many new and upgraded roofing materials over the years, yet many roofers, business owners,
Asthma and various allergies are considered a growing health problem. Allergic asthma is the most common allergy that many people experienced, affecting around 60% of people. Several substances usually found in the air can cause allergic reactions to occupants and might trigger asthma attacks. Thus, these substances should be kept under control, particularly in indoor
According to a report, the United States’ electrical trade industry is recording lower productivity each year. But recently, electrical contractors have become savvier. They embraced technologies and new practices to reduce labor hours and manage a project more efficiently. They have learned to maximize apprenticeship and invest in time-saving task management software, which helped them
