How Could President Trump Affect Construction in 2017 and Beyond?
Construction starts will increase by 5 percent over 2016 to $713 Billion, according to Dodge Data & Analytics 2017 Construction Outlook. That’s all well and good, but the Dodge forecast was...
View ArticleTop 5 Challenges for General Contractors in 2017
2017 presents great opportunities and equally great challenges for general contractors. The promise of a $1 trillion investment in infrastructure by the new administration gives hope of a decade-long...
View Article17 Tips for Choosing Construction Suppliers and Subcontractors You Can Trust
John Donne said, “No man is an island.” The same can be said for construction firms. Today’s general contractor requires a vast network of subcontractors and suppliers to deliver projects on time and...
View ArticleHow to Avoid Cleaning and Damage Charges for Your Office Trailer
End of lease charges for cleaning or damages are unplanned expenses that eat away at your bottom line. Fortunately, with a little planning and effort, these charges can be minimized, if not avoided...
View Article7 Tips to Keep Your Office Trailer Cool this Summer
Keeping workers cool and comfortable commonly means keeping them productive as well. As temperatures rise during the summer months, air conditioners work around the clock to maintain lower temps. But...
View Article2017 Construction Mid-Year Outlook
Like the weather across much of the country, construction is heating up this summer with good indicators for sustained growth. There’s no question that the last decade has been tumultuous for the...
View Article5 Tips for Better Subcontractor Management in Construction
Subcontractors have become the norm at construction sites. The benefits to construction firms are plenty. But so are the risks. On the surface, a quality sub should make your job easier. Alternately, a...
View Article5 Purchasing Pitfalls for Construction
Construction workers are trained to solve issues on the job, but what about the problems that may arise before the job has started? Purchasing is a large part of the trade and it is crucial to trust...
View ArticleDodge Construction Industry Forecast Suggests Moderate Growth in 2018
The New Year is fast approaching and economists and construction firms alike are looking forward to see what kind of opportunities 2018 will hold. The 2018 Construction Industry Outlook by Dodge Data...
View ArticleHow to Insure Your Project: Financial Protection Programs from ModSpace
Have you ever considered the financial risks associated with your project? Did you know that ModSpace offers financial plans to alleviate that risk? ModSpace has two financial protection plans to...
View ArticleTop Tech Trends in Construction in 2018
Now, more than ever before, the construction industry is greatly benefiting from the technological advancements year over year. Now that we’re halfway through 2018, let’s review some of the top...
View ArticleNon-residential Construction Staged to Grow in 2019
As the last quarter of 2018 draws near, the construction industry is already looking to the future hoping to determine what non-residential construction markets have the greatest growth potential in...
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