HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

Budget is always a major consideration for our commercial construction clients, and as a general contractor we devote significant time to the budgeting process. Here are a few signs that, in our experience, indicate your project budget is more likely to bust: Skimping on Professional Services. Getting Too Specific on Specifications.

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HardHatChat

MAY 16, 2017

Hopefully, we’ll see some of those fresh young graduates heading toward a career in commercial construction. I’ll be watching to see how you find your path and leave your own mark on the commercial construction industry. Part of the reason I say this is the current hiring situation in the construction industry. Tel: 847-233-9200 x712.

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HardHatChat

JANUARY 15, 2018

As we flip the calendar over to 2018 this month, it’s a great time to share some of the commercial construction trends we predict will shape our work in the year ahead. #1: As the nature of shopping centers evolve, commercial construction firms will continue to be busy reworking existing mall retail space for new purposes. #3:

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HardHatChat

MARCH 4, 2019

One of the biggest challenges for commercial construction firms today is the tighter project timelines that have become the norm at every phase of a project – from shorter deadlines for submitting initial bids and budgets, to quicker resolution on addendums and change orders, to compressed schedules for construction and delivery.

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HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Compared with a few short years ago, commercial construction moves at an incredibly fast pace today. Here are a few culprits to watch for in the early stages of any commercial construction project: 1. That makes it critical to know where and why construction project delays typically happen and work to avoid them.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 26, 2024

Selecting the right national commercial construction general contractor is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. Over the past 20+ years, with 2500 completed commercial construction projects, we have learned that it takes more than a great price to win a bid. is essential.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 27, 2018

Something we’re hearing a lot about in our industry right now is the growing trend and popularity of prefab and modular commercial construction solutions. Scheduling: Anything that can be pre-built and brought to the job site is always going to help the overall commercial construction schedule.

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HardHatChat

DECEMBER 19, 2018

So before we officially ring in 2019, here is our rundown of Englewood Construction’s commercial construction trends “highs” and “lows” from 2018: High: A Sizable Senior Living Pipeline. We’re several years into the construction labor shortage, and it continues to impact nearly every aspect of the commercial construction industry.

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HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As anyone in the commercial construction industry knows, reliable, responsive, and skilled subcontractors are the lifeblood of our business. Your reputation and finished product as a national general contractor are only as good as the performance of your local subcontractor partners. They are a fantastic resource. It matters.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 20, 2017

Anyone in the commercial construction industry knows there are a variety of certifications and designations that individuals, companies and projects can achieve to show they follow a high level of green commercial construction practices. This is due to standards set by municipalities, which now require contractors to recycle debris.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 7, 2020

The commercial and infrastructure outlook is good for Australian contractors -- even better if they're using modern technologies.

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HardHatChat

JULY 27, 2020

The final piece is a great resource that’s relevant to pretty much every commercial real estate sector – not just restaurant development – and covers important points that should be on anyone’s checklist when vetting and choosing a construction partner for a commercial real estate project.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 31, 2024

When Mohawk Industries , the worlds largest flooring manufacturer, decided to join ISNetworld, it set a clear signal to contractors nationwide: working with them now requires meeting compliance standards outlined by ISN. For contractors, this presents both an opportunity and a challenge. What Is Mohawk Industries? Photo by Erin O.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you have a commercial building, consider installing a solar power system. One of the best ways of installing solar panels in a commercial building is by placing them in an open area. You can contact Impact Energy Colorado Home Solar Installation or other providers to install solar panels in a commercial building.

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HardHatChat

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Here are our predictions of the four commercial construction industry trends we expect will shape our work in different sectors – and the construction landscape overall – in the year ahead: Senior Housing Communities Woo Workers with Facility Updates.

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HardHatChat

DECEMBER 20, 2017

As we close in on the final days of 2017, it’s time once again for our annual commercial construction blog post reflecting back on the positives – and the negatives – that have impacted our business and the industry as a whole over the last 12 months. Low – The Incredible Shrinking Construction Timeline. Bill Di Santo. Tel: 847-233-9200 x710.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. Read more on the proper steps to ensure your commercial investment runs smoothly.

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 18, 2016

Involving your commercial contractor early-on for a large-scale project, such as this shopping center development Englewood Construction completed in Connecticut, allows the construction team to create a realistic timeline for key project milestones.

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HardHatChat

OCTOBER 31, 2017

As a national commercial construction firm offering emergency commercial facility maintenance and repair services, we know it’s never easy to deal with damage to any property, much less on the scale of what a major natural disaster can cause. Board up windows and doors.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 11, 2021

General contractors expects the 2021 commercial construction outlook to be far from robust. 2021 Construction Outlook – Contractor’s Perspective. 2021 Construction Outlook – Contractor’s Perspective. The post 2021 Commercial Construction Outlook Bleak? appeared first on 4BT.

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 7, 2019

Given that our firm already has experience working with clients on medicinal and recreational marijuana dispensary construction projects in other states, we know firsthand that this legislation will quickly lead to new activity in the local commercial real estate and construction landscape.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

According to industry data, the average bid win percentage for a commercial contractor is 25%, meaning for every 10 bids submitted, they would win 2-3 projects. Can the commercial construction contractor Bid/Win average of 25% be significantly improved?

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 20, 2023

CDT A growing consensus of contractors believes labor utilization can be greatly improved with the right software. Founded in 1985, Hi-Tech Electric provides residential, commercial and industrial electrical repairs, maintenance services, and installations, EV charging equipment and infrastructure with locations in Michigan and Indiana.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 23, 2020

Commercial general contractors” was searched 1,600 times and “hotel contractors” was searched 140 times. In April 2020, the search term “construction companies” was searched on Google (in the United States) 40,500 times.

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HardHatChat

JUNE 29, 2020

For anyone that owns or operates a commercial property, there are bound to be unanticipated repairs or surprise construction issues that pop up. As a national commercial contractor, Englewood Construction was able to tap resources to assist a national retail brand client with boarding up locations across the country for security purposes.

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Wolgast Corporation

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Building Owners have been using a form of wainscoting in their buildings since the 14 th century according to howstuffworks.com. This enhancing wall covering is typically added to the lower third of a wall, but can also be used to cover the entire wall if so desired.

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Contractor Connection

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Imagine your policyholder walking into their commercial property after a disasterinventory ruined, operations halted and mounting pressure to get back to business. Commercial managed repair programs (MRPs) are the solution to navigating this critical moment. What is a commercial managed repair program?

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Central The DEWALT POWERSHIFT Cordless Equipment System optimizes the workflow of the concrete contractor and construction jobsites through electrification. With 30 years of experience in the commercial construction industry, Chris has held various sales, marketing, product management, and leadership roles at DEWALT and POWERS Fasteners.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Comprehensive Unit Cost Database Easily estimate the any type of commercial repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Either by choice or required by contract or statute, commercial general liability (CGL), workers’ compensation, business auto and inland marine insurance (mobile equipment) are among the most common types of insurance purchased by contractors.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 30, 2024

How to Equip Your Fleet for Rugged Terrain ccapoccia Tue, 01/30/2024 - 13:41 Rubber track conversions are gaining popularity as an easy-to-install solution for commercial construction and other types of businesses that frequently need to travel over rugged and unpredictable terrain.

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HardHatChat

JANUARY 17, 2017

Pretty much any national general contractor will tell you they’re in the client service business, but over the years we’ve developed a philosophy that focuses on building relationships with our clients so that we’re a trusted construction partner, not just another vendor. Focus on client relationships, not just client services.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Commercial stairs could carry high volumes of foot traffic daily so they need to be strong enough to withstand trampling. Although concrete seems stark and cold, it may be the perfect material for constructing stairs in commercial buildings. This is why many commercial property owners prefer pre-cast concrete. It Is Versatile.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 24, 2021

The process of building a commercial property is very different to the construction of a residential home; sourcing a specialized commercial building firm is likely to make the process go much more smoothly than hiring the first builder to return your call. 2) Dedicated project managers. 4) Comprehensive skill sets.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 18, 2018

The construction industry’s future looks pretty bright, according to a recent report that found residential and commercial construction will keep growing in the near future. There’s plenty of work out there for contractors, which means they’ve been hurrying to hire. There’s no one single strategy to make it happen. Offer New Services.

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Construction Dive

MAY 30, 2024

Turner retained the No. 1 crown, but a different builder has worked its way up to the second-place slot in ENR’s annual ranking.

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 5, 2024

Selecting the right national commercial construction general contractor is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. Over the past 20+ years, with 2500 completed commercial construction projects, Englewood has learned that it takes more than a great price to win a bid.

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