Yards Hit the Top of the Wish List for New Buyers
76% of Americans rate a spacious yard as the most important part of their home.
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Home Improvements that will Save Money this Summer
We tend to focus on winter as the season to watch our energy consumption, but summer cooling and maintenance costs can be just as pricey. There are ways to reduce your fuel and energy consumption and the maintenance costs of your home or condo without a major capital outlay. Garden Smart Create a little oasis …
The Dangers of Hearing Loss for Construction Workers
Workers who are exposed to high noise levels on a daily basis run the risk of permanent hearing damage or loss.
Utilities Installation Made Easy with Tunneling Robot
Creating underground utility tunnels through bedrock can be costly and time consuming. Now a San-Francisco robotics company has created a boring robot to do the heavy lifting for you!
When Should You Replace Your HVAC Filter?
The standard time frame for changing your air conditioner filter is every 30 days, but is this general rule true for every home? Dirty filters can cause low air flow and poor indoor air quality, so changing your filters every 30 days can prevent some of these problems. The truth is that filters may not …
Calculating Base Labor Rates for a Construction Crew
Learning to quote effectively is a great way to keep your customers happy and your business in the black. Calculating a base rate can help you to provide more accurate quotes and keep your profit margins healthy.
Reduce Wasted Time on your Jobsite
You can reduce time wastage through better building systems and by boosting organization
8 Winter Maintenance Steps for Homeowners
Taking steps to properly maintain your home during the winter months will mean saving money on things like burst pipes and damaged roofs. Regular winter maintenance will also mean a more comfortable home and lower heating bills.
Construction Labor Shortage Deepens
The labor shortage in the construction industry grows every year as an aging workforce retires (the median age of construction workers is 41).
4 Things your Should Know when Studying to Enter the Construction Industry
Here are some tips on how to navigate construction qualifications that can give you a boost.
