OSB Subfloor Now Allowed in Florida’s HVHZ
Builders now have more choices of subflooring with enhanced performance. The 8th Edition Florida Building Code now allows OSB to be used for subflooring.
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Building Code Changes to Keep Up with Climate Change
Only about a third of the US has building codes that ensure buildings are able to resist natural disasters. This not only threatens lives and properties, but increasing flood and fire incidents are causing insurers to leave some coastal states like Florida, Louisiana and California.
How to Select the Right Hard Hat
Not all hard hats are created equally, and the technology and design have improved over the last couple of years.
Spring DIY Project Ideas using Wood Products
With the nice weather around the corner, homeowners will be eager to get to work on their spring projects. Here are a few ideas of fun projects for inside and outside the home:
How to Improve your Customer Service
ou can put processes into place that help you deal with issues as they come up effectively so your customers become fans.
How Proximity Warning Systems Make Construction Sites Safer
Proximity Warning Systems Make Construction Sites Safer
How Construction Companies can Plan for Major Climate Events
Progress on the construction site can be hampered by inclement weather, but the major concern for construction managers should be safety.
4 Things your Should Know when Studying to Enter the Construction Industry
Here are some tips on how to navigate construction qualifications that can give you a boost.
Retaining Staff During a Labor Shortage
Studies show that replacing an employee costs an average of 6 to 9 months’ salary. When you lose employees, you fall behind on your project schedules and may even have to turn work down. With the current construction labor shortage set to deepen this year, it is more important than ever to create work environments …
How to Reduce Falls Risks on your Jobsite
While you never eliminate the risk of falls on the jobsite, making prevention part of your construction culture will help to keep your crew safe as houses.