February 22, 2023
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The labor shortage faced by the construction industry appears to be far from over. Despite wages in construction rising faster than other industries, contractors are still struggling to fill positions, forcing them to become more creative with employment offers.
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February 16, 2023
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The top Metropolitan area for commercial and multifamily starts last year was the New York Metropolitan area coming in at $37.1 billion, a 37% increase from 2021.
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January 18, 2023
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Nail or screw pops occur from time to time. The average house has about 25,000 to 35,000 fasteners, so a dozen screw pops is normal, but when you’re getting hundreds, you have a serious problem and a very expensive callback. Here are some construction tips to help prevent screw and nail pops so you save time and money.
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January 18, 2023
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While no one likes working in crawl spaces, attics and other confined spaces, it is necessary to do on nearly every building site. Now the US Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has new rules for safety in confined spaces. While these rules are designed to make the work environment safer, they will usher in major changes to the way construction workers do their jobs.
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January 8, 2023
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Getting a finish that looks like it’s been sprayed on takes careful preparation and execution. Choosing the right paintbrush is the key to success.
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December 22, 2022
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Next year’s color of the year is Viva Magenta (PANTONE 18-1750). Pantone hopes this unconventional shade will promote optimism, create happiness and inspire creativity and experimentation.
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November 25, 2022
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Having reliable equipment on your jobsite means improved efficiency and a reduction of delays. Here are three ways to ensure your equipment keeps working optimally.
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November 7, 2022
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For many homeowners, winter warming costs are the biggest utility expense. When a home is functioning optimally, you can drastically reduce your winter heating costs and mitigate the damaging effects of ice and snow.
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November 4, 2022
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While your condenser unit is built to withstand winter weather, it can be damaged by falling icicles and other materials. An easy-to-make OSB cover can help protect your AC condenser unit.
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