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Lot Sizes Shrinking Nationwide
Lot sizes are always getting smaller. Over the last decade alone, the national average lot size for a new family home build has dropped by nearly 2,000 square feet from 10,500 square-feet in 2010 to 8,700 square feet in 2020. While lots have been getting smaller, homes have been getting bigger—growing from an average of …
All-Women Construction Team Complete First Home in Utah
THE NAHB celebrated first home built entirely by women during the Utah Valley Home Builder’s Association Annual Parade of Homes event.
Pilot Study Shows Construction Flexitime Improves Job Satisfaction
A pilot program shows that construction jobsite flexitime may actually improve job satisfaction.
Tips for Effective Toolbox Talks
Daily toolbox talks help to keep safety on everyone’s mind, train new team members and refresh the memories of your experienced crew on safety protocols.
IECC and the Code Council’s New Framework Released
The International Code Council has taken input from all interested parties to create International Codes (I-Codes) that meet the needs of all the stakeholders.
How to Stay Competitive in a Competitive Environment
Most homeowners are aware that they get what they pay for and are willing to spend more to get quality service from contactors. Here’s a couple of tips on how to get your message across.Get the Word OutThe best recommendation is from a trusted friend or family member. Offer existing clients a discount on future …
How to Protect Your Jobsite During Renos
We all know that proper preparation makes the job go faster, but with labor shortages many contractors may be tempted to take shortcuts. When you don’t take the time to properly protect homes during renos, you run the risk of damaging existing features or contaminating the living space which may result in expensive cleanups. Controlling …
Preventing Backpain for Construction Workers
The numbers are concerning—at least 50 million adults suffer from chronic back pain in America. Of course, the incidence of backpain in construction workers is 20% higher than other occupations across all age groups. The problem isn’t just heavy lifting—construction workers have to perform repetitive tasks as they twist, bend and reach their way through …
5 Best Habits for Safety on your Jobsite
According to a report from Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), builders who adopt these five habits and make them part of every jobsite are six times safer than those who don’t. ABC’s 2021 Safety Performance Report noted that the average incidence rate from the Bureau of Labor Statistics dropped from 3.0 per 1,000 hours in 2019 …
