Pilot Study Shows Construction Flexitime Improves Job Satisfaction
A pilot program shows that construction jobsite flexitime may actually improve job satisfaction.
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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 …
Inadequate Panel Spacing – A Costly Mistake!
Ambient temperatures and moisture conditions cause a constant state of expansion and contraction in every substance there is, whether solid, liquid or gas. This explains why bridges have expansion joints, why sidewalks have expansion joints and why you have to space structural panels such as OSB with an 1/8” gap at joints to give them …
Kitchen Design Mistakes to Avoid
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 …
Canadian Contractors’ Lunchbox Challenge Helps Local Restaurants
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.
Construction Labor Shortage Woes Continue in 2021
2020 Figures show the construction industry will need an additional 430,000 workers in 2021.
New Home Trends on the Rise in 2021
You could say that 2020 had its ups and down. In March and April, builder confidence dipped to an all-time low of 30. But by November, it was back up to 90. “It was a great year, and 2021 looks even better,” NAHB chief economist Robert Dietz told Builder Online. “We expect the gains to …
What Makes A Good Salesperson?
Whether you have a company that is big enough to have a sales department or small enough so you have to wear many hats, knowing why some people are successful at sales can help to improve your own techniques. Improving your sales means spending some time researching successful sales techniques and working on your process. …
Construction Set to Continue to Rise through Winter
Sustained growth through the summer and fall have left most construction professionals feeling positive about growth through the coming winter months. A recent study by the National Association of Home Builder’s Housing Market Index and Remodeling Market Index showed very high scores of 85 and 82 (out of 100), respectively. October’s score of 85 was even a new …
More Women Entering Construction Workforce
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 …
