Gen Z are defined as those under 25 and are currently entering the workforce and choosing their careers. While many are already opting for a career in construction, the industry has to do more to recruit in order to overcome the labor deficit. Having lived through several economic downturns and a fluctuating economy, most young …
As homeowners strive to reduce their monthly costs, construction professionals are finding innovative ways of reducing air leakage.
According to a new study, construction jobs were one of the fastest growing sectors for women between 2015 and 2019. Women in construction management positions increased by 101% from 49,400 to 99,400 during this period. The number of female painters rose by 64% from 32,600 to 53,300. Construction laborers went up 50% from 47,800. “Construction …
Labor shortages, increased production times due to COVID-19 protocols and delays all make for projects that take much longer than they should. When this happens, construction companies see dips in productivity that cost money. One way to get back on track is to make your processes more efficient using a management technique called LEAN, developed …
Gluing items is often a dirty job, but someone has to do it. If that someone is you, there are some easy tips and tricks that can help you to reduce the mess and create a higher quality product. From keeping your workbench glue-free to producing better quality projects, these tips will help you work smarter, not harder.
When choosing your flooring, ensure that you get products that are compliant. If products are not certified, this may just be the way the code is structured and is not a case of the manufacturer hiding something.
Owning a small to medium construction company means wearing a number of hats. Not only are you managing a crew and a business, you also have to market your company to keep business coming in. Here are some tips on how to make marketing work for you. Neighborhood Marketing Before you start a new build, …
Overdriven fasteners can affect the shear capacity. Here are the important things to look for and if necessary corrective actions required as outlined by the APA.
Callbacks are every contractor’s worst nightmare. They eat into already tight profit margins and may cause delays in your subsequent jobs. On average, callbacks cost around 2% of total revenue and about $500 a house in admin costs. A regular issue is leaks which occur when subcontractors or builders accidentally damage lines during the construction …
Every contractor has had a bad experience with a difficult customer. Knowing how to deal calmly and effectively with complaints and questions will help reduce conflict, ease communication and reduce the amount of time you spend on admin so you can get back on the jobsite. Communicate in Person While COVID-19 places limitations on personal …
