Pantone’s Color of the Year 2023
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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How to Pick the Right Ladder
Ladder safety and training is something that must be enforced on jobsites in order to keep your crew safe.
Construction Contract Terms Explained
As a construction professional, you know communication is key. Getting everything clear and written down will help you to ensure that the client’s expectations are met, you get paid on time and there are no expensive callbacks. On every build, changes are inevitable and this is often where confusion and miscommunication occur. Make sure any …
Preventing Delays on the Jobsite Through Equipment Maintenance
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.
Winter Home Maintenance: Get Set for Snow
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.
Cover your AC Condenser Unit for Winter
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.
Furnace Maintenance Tips
As the seasons change, it’s time to give your heating system a once-over to avoid any mid-winter freezes from dysfunctional furnaces. Regular maintenance of your ducting and furnace can reduce energy costs, and improve the efficiency and longevity of your furnace.
Hurricane Ian Increases Demand for Construction Workers
Hurricane Ian caused billions of dollars worth of damage in Florida. The rebuilding effort is set to take years and will require more construction workers. The trouble is the construction labor shortage already has workers in high demand.
The Building Code Process in a Post-Pandemic Environment
JLC Newsletter recently conducted a survey to gauge how construction professionals view the building code process in a post-pandemic environment.
Jobsite Hearing Loss Prevention
Construction site managers can help to mitigate hearing loss by mandating hearing protection at all times on the jobsite.
