Sweating the Small Stuff Can Save Time and Money
On your next job, keep track of how much time and resources are wasted on small delays to calculate what your company spends on these issues in a year.
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Construction Industry sees Better Times Ahead
The labor shortage, and rising fuel costs may have construction companies struggling to keep ahead of the curve, but more stable times are ahead.
Perfecting the Punch List
Punch lists can make or break a contract—when done quickly and seamlessly, you can get paid and move on to your next project. If they drag out, they can compromise your profit margin and leave you with unhappy customers. You can mitigate punch-list problems by having a procedure in place and communicating that procedure to …
Building Smart Homes in 2022
The modern homeowner has come to expect their new home to come fully equipped with smart home features.
How Virtual Reality is Helping the Construction Industry
Virtual Reality allows homeowners to see what their homes would look like once completed. They can change out the fittings and design to find the right fit for their taste and budget.
Home Improvements that will Save Money this Summer
We tend to focus on winter as the season to watch our energy consumption, but summer cooling and maintenance costs can be just as pricey. There are ways to reduce your fuel and energy consumption and the maintenance costs of your home or condo without a major capital outlay. Garden Smart Create a little oasis …
Saw Safety Refresh
Saws are one of the most common causes of injuries on construction sites. The National Institute of Heath reported over 30,000 table saw injuries in 2019. The medical costs resulting from these injuries were estimated at over $2 billion. Worse still is that many of the injuries to fingers and hands meant construction workers were …
Utilities Installation Made Easy with Tunneling Robot
Creating underground utility tunnels through bedrock can be costly and time consuming. Now a San-Francisco robotics company has created a boring robot to do the heavy lifting for you!
When Should You Replace Your HVAC Filter?
The standard time frame for changing your air conditioner filter is every 30 days, but is this general rule true for every home?
8 Winter Maintenance Steps for Homeowners
Taking steps to properly maintain your home during the winter months will mean saving money on things like burst pipes and damaged roofs. Regular winter maintenance will also mean a more comfortable home and lower heating bills.