According to a FEMA report, Earthquakes in the U.S. cause approximately $6.1 billion in building stock costs each year. Even if a company had the financial means to repair or rebuild after earthquake damage, this still presents a period of halting operations to make repairs. For residential structures, the stakes could be even higher, leaving people without […]
How to Earn Business Success in Plumbing & HVAC
Everyone’s heard the statistics about the number of small businesses that fail, especially in those early years. The plumbing and HVAC fields are no different. Many contractors have a steady stream of happy customers that keep their businesses afloat even through rough patches. Others end up making critical errors that could send their business to financial ruin. […]
The Latest Trends in Metal Wall Panels
The Latest Trends in Metal Wall Panels Metal wall panels are a critical part of many structures, from roofs to gutter structures to many other options. In addition, they are highly valued by construction professionals for a variety of different traits, including: Their versatility Metal wall panels are able to be constructed from a variety […]
Precast Concrete: The Advantages And The Disadvantages
On paper, a lot of professionals may associate premade materials or tools as inferior to their assembled counterparts. This may apply in some fields, but not so much when we talk about the world of construction. When it comes to large construction projects, space is always a concern on the different sites. As a result, […]
7 Ways the HVAC Industry is Becoming Greener
The HVAC industry is always going to be at the forefront of your customers’ minds, especially as we head into the winter season. With that said, more and more of those customers are thinking about green ways to heat and cool their property. Why so? There are a few reasons. The end result of these […]
The Subcontractors Electrical Change Orders Guide
Electrical change orders are an essential element of any construction project and electrical construction is no different. Each contractor is going to process their electrical contractor change order form in a different way, though. This can lead to issues. When you need to adapt to a shift in the middle of a project, how well […]
Making The Industry More Welcoming For Women Ironworkers
Right now, the steel and construction industries are in a labor shortage that hasn’t been seen in quite some time. Making this even more difficult is the fact that there is no shortage of projects to do. However, with steel structures getting more and more complex, there’s a need for more people to do the […]
Getting Your Plumbing System Ready For Building Re-openings
As restrictions are starting to loosen around the country, many businesses are beginning to create the outlines for their reopening plans. For some commercial properties, this means they may be able to open their doors again for the first time, like gyms. For others, this means increasing their capacity to serve or having a new […]
6 Key Things to Know About Boiler Room Plumbing
Part of being a successful plumber is understanding all the different jobs available for you to take. For example, a residential plumber will want to familiarize themselves with the legacy plumbing in older houses as well as the modernized, efficient options your clients are showing more interest in. Take this to the commercial level, and […]
Construction Concrete Toolbox Talks
Safety is a priority in any sort of construction field, and concrete construction is no different. Chances are that all of your work teams understand the basic safety and efficiency standards. However, there are also additional considerations that come into play for every single site. For example, your state may change up the local rules, […]
Tips to Close Out the Concrete Season Safely
With the summer months starting to wind down, you can expect concrete jobs to begin slowing down. Concrete contractors need to stay focused on safety when a busy season starts to come to a close. Here are some tips to make sure you end the season safely for you and your concrete company. Check Your […]
The Importance Of Fire Blocking
When working in construction, safety is paramount, not just in terms of working conditions, but your final product. Failing to create a safe structure means harm to your clients and legal risk for your business. Many people may assume that this conversation orbits around structural integrity, but something else that should be covered is fire […]
How to Improve Your Change Order Process
These best practices will help you establish a change order process that is manageable to ensure prompt payment. Change orders are a way of life in construction. With all the different moving parts on a project, changes on the job will happen. Throw a global pandemic into the mix, and change orders become even more […]
Starting and Growing an Electrical Contracting Business
As an electrical contracting business, you should always be looking for ways to increase your current business or ensure a successful launch. The fact is that there are many other subcontractors in the field and only so many clients to go around, especially if you plan on targeting a specific niche. As a result, you must […]
HVAC and Ventilation System Upgrades For COVID Mitigation
More and more commercial buildings are starting to open up again as COVID-19 restrictions begin to loosen across the country. However, these same buildings also need to prove to employees and customers alike that they are as safe as possible. PPE, mask mandates, and sanitation are a significant part of this, but something else that […]