Moving homes to tighter building envelopes has led to a need to augment air filtration to ensure the quality of your indoor air remains high. Here are a few options for you to consider. High-MERV or HEPA filters These stand-alone filters are the least expensive solution. In order to be effective, you must check that …
The kitchen is perhaps the place where function counts the most in your home. Focus too much on design and aesthetics and you may end up with a kitchen that isn’t practical. It may be a minor thing like the corner cupboard door doesn’t open all the way before hitting the counter, but these little …
Studies show that replacing an employee costs an average of 6 to 9 months’ salary. When you lose employees, you fall behind on your project schedules and may even have to turn work down. With the current construction labor shortage set to deepen this year, it is more important than ever to create work environments …
In an effort to help local restaurants stay afloat during this difficult time, the British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) has launched it’s second annual #lunchboxchallenge.
2020 Figures show the construction industry will need an additional 430,000 workers in 2021.
Replacing employees is a difficult and costly job, especially during a pandemic. Putting some time and effort into your recruitment process will help you find the right person for your company. The best way to do this during a pandemic is online. Start by creating a detailed job listing. One tip here is to focus …
Home of the Seattle Kraken and the WNBA team, Seattle Storm, the new Climate Pledge Arena will be the world’s first certified net-zero carbon arena when it opens in October 2021. Designed by Populous architecture firm and built by Mortenson, the arena will run on renewable energy sources which include onsite solar and offsite wind …
As a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board, Norbord is committed to delivering economic, social and environmental benefits to shareholders, employees, customers and the many communities where we operate. “For Norbord, sustainability is all about how we can createeconomic growth while caring for society and the …
The International Builder’s Show (IBS) is the highlight of the construction industry calendar. For the last 76 years, construction professionals have looked to the IBS for innovations in the building industry, new products and as the best way to network with others and to promote their brands. Despite the challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic present, …
Younger buyers are leaning towards a move-in ready scenario when shopping for a new home as older homes take time and money to restore. When younger buyers consider new builds, technology is as important as utilities. Millennials represent 37% of new home buyers and are looking to fast-track their homeownership plans due to the changing …
