HardHatChat

DECEMBER 22, 2011

As 2011 comes to a close, it’s time for us to look back on the commercial construction building trends , news and projects of this past year and share our thoughts on the highs and lows in the industry. In fact, our commercial construction budget work was back to 2008 levels. HIGH – Everyone was submitting drawings in 2011.

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HardHatChat

DECEMBER 17, 2010

I’ll say it again, 2010 was a rebuilding year for the commercial construction industry. So I’ve created a commercial construction checklist for what we considered the highs and lows of 2010 commercial construction trends. There are still far too many distressed commercial properties on the market.

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HardHatChat

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As a National General Contractor, Englewood has a front-row seat to the opportunities and challenges facing the commercial construction industry. Retail spaces are being remodeled into showrooms , where customers can experience products in person but complete their purchases online. Adaptive reuse is another popular trend.

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Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 15, 2023

The problem, we understand, it’s cost prohibitive and not a great investment to complete a remodel every year to keep up with new trends. Below we discuss some of the more economical options for an impactful partial remodel. However, there are some classic and cost effective changes that can help set you up well for the future.

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HardHatChat

MAY 4, 2010

At the end of 2009, I wrote a blog post called “Commercial Construction Trends to Watch in 2010.” Just look at all the retail renovation projects underway – Disney is remodeling all of its stores, Target is introducing new retail store concepts that incorporate a larger grocery area, and. Think I’ll give myself a “B” on that one.

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HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

As noted in January’s Hard Hat Chat post about commercial real estate trends shaping Englewood’s work in the year ahead, we expect 2018 will maintain the same strong momentum we’ve recently experienced working with owners and operators to update existing senior communities.

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HardHatChat

JANUARY 6, 2020

It has become a bit of a tradition that we start off the year for Hard Hat Chat with a look at the commercial real estate trends we think will impact our work in the months ahead. Here are four commercial construction and commercial real estate trends we expect to shape our business and our industry: 1. Tel: 847-233-9200 x712.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

As a National General Contractor working across multiple verticals in the commercial construction space, we understand the challenges (COVID and Supply Chain) facing our retail, restaurant, hospitality, and senior housing clients. The post Challenges & Opportunities in Commercial Construction first appeared on Hard Hat Chat.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 9, 2010

When it comes to current retail and commercial construction trends , we all know there aren’t a lot of new shopping centers under construction right now, or new office buildings under construction for that matter. What’s wrong with a general contractor focused on commercial construction costs and his construction schedule?

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Wolgast Corporation

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

You may be familiar with wainscoting used often in residential homes, but is it right for your business setting when you consider remodeling or building new? If you’re looking to build new or remodel and would like to Design-Build with Wolgast’s Architect and Construction team, please call us to get started. 800-WOLGAST.

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HardHatChat

JUNE 24, 2016

It’s an extremely timely topic for commercial construction firms since, as we noted in our post last year on Commercial Construction Trends and Predictions for 2016 , senior housing construction is currently booming. Unlike a typical commercial construction job site, where work usually starts at 7 a.m.,

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HardHatChat

OCTOBER 10, 2013

It’s taken some time, but shopping mall commercial construction activity is back in a big way, as owners and operators have initiated only what can be described as a renovation renaissance. Almost everywhere we look, it seems an older, out-dated shopping mall is undergoing a substantial commercial construction renovation.

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HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

At one point or another, even the best Chicago commercial construction contractors are susceptible to a construction site demon. While you can’t ward off all commercial construction site problems , follow these commercial construction tips below and your chances of running into an unforeseen condition should decrease significantly.

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HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Rounding the corner into the final weeks of 2016, it’s time for our annual post predicting the commercial construction trends that will influence the industry in the coming year. Here’s how that overall trend will drive commercial construction opportunities across different sectors in the coming year: Eat. Bill Di Santo. Questions?

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HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

As we close in on the finish line for 2015, we’re happy to report it’s been a terrific year at Englewood Construction and for many others in the commercial construction industry. Be sure to check back with us in December as we wrap up 2015 with a look back at the highs and lows of commercial construction this year. Bill Di Santo.

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HardHatChat

JUNE 21, 2012

Observations and Conversations about Commercial Construction, Development and Management. I get asked a lot about commercial construction trends. I get asked a lot about commercial construction trends. Our data report helped the developer determine the lease rate that could be achieved on a retrofitted commercial space.

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HardHatChat

MAY 15, 2013

Hospitality construction has been a bright spot for commercial construction general contractors in 2013 across all spectrums of the market. As we’ve noted in the past, remodeling projects come with their own pitfalls. That’s why hoteliers should always work with the best commercial contractors when considering a major renovation.

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HardHatChat

JULY 28, 2017

With so much activity in the sector related to new store expansion, scouting new sites and making remodeling plans, smart grocery brands are tapping commercial construction partners with expertise in grocery store development to help navigate specific considerations that come with a grocery store construction project.

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Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Any commercial building can be built in three easy steps. The approach is easier on building owners so they can concentrate on their business instead of construction – we take care of it all from concept to completion.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 12, 2012

Remodel Contractors Have Unique Bookkeeping Needs : Not Just Any Bookkeeper Will Do - Too often remodel contractors hire the wrong bookkeeper mistakenly believing all bookkeepers are the same. The resulting destruction to you, your crew, your company and the poor family whose home you are remodeling would be extremely expensive.

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HardHatChat

OCTOBER 12, 2012

As a national general contractor dedicated to delivering the best commercial construction services to clients, we can identify quality work when we see it. As a commercial general contractor, we took time to appreciate our surroundings and site work, which looked on par with some of the best commercial construction projects I have seen.

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Commercial Retail Chicago US 191

Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 3, 2024

If you’re currently ready for an office remodel, you have the potential to save a considerable amount of money by investing in modern, energy efficient products and installations. However, there are varying degrees ($$) of integration to include in your remodel plans that could save more money for your business in the long run.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 22, 2013

Inbound Marketing in Construction- Survey Results.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 6, 2023

To Serve As Extra Storage During Remodeling Projects . Storage units come in handy during remodeling processes. Be it residential or for commercial purposes, they’ll probably be required in some cases. . For Commercial Use. Instead of paying for any commercial worth, you only pay for the land and renovations. .

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2013

Respondents came from a variety of companies within the construction industry including building products manufacturers (19%), media/marketing (19%), commercial construction (16%), construction services (13%), other (13%), distributor/supplier (10%), equipment/tools manufacturing (7%), homebuilder/remodeler (3%). Other Survey Results.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

The majority of survey respondents work for construction services, building material manufacturers, commercial construction, consulting, or as home builder/remodeler. The graph above depicts the company type of those surveyed. Survey respondents were representative of variety of company sizes.

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Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 28, 2022

Once permits are received, site work is typically the first activity for a new build, and for a remodel or build-out, first is demolition followed by carpentry in many circumstances. Additionally, as a general contractor, we self-perform trades including site work, concrete, rough and finish carpentry, and millwork.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 17, 2010

With both commercial and residential construction down by double-digits in many markets from pre-recession highs, sales lead generation has never been more important to marketers targeting construction decision makers, whether construction firms or building product manufacturers. Lead Generation is Important!

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 31, 2023

“In my own house, I’m going from electric to a propane gas cook stove.” Complementary Propane Systems Builders and remodelers can also combine a propane generator with a suite of propane appliances to provide residential and commercial clients with whole building standby protection at an affordable price.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 11, 2022

remodeling, maintenance, and new construction requiring minimum design. The UPB will automatically reflect commercial tasks for your area. Extensions are not generally allowed or advisable. When should JOC be used? What tools are required for JOC? A locally researched unit price book (UPB) is core element.

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HardHatChat

JUNE 26, 2018

At Englewood Construction, we’re proud to say we’ve already been “on tour” with American Girl for the last 10 years, working with the popular retail brand to build, remodel and maintain American Girl Place stores across the country.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 10, 2017

For an Acid Tank Remodel project in Florida, a major chemical plant owner called upon the expertise of Moody Engineering, Inc. MEI), a Florida-based group of consulting engineers that specializes in engineering and construction management design for commercial and industrial projects.

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BD+C

MARCH 8, 2023

Call for Speakers: BD+C’s 2023 Women in Residential + Commercial Construction Conference 0 dbarista Wed, 03/08/2023 - 09:00 Building Team The 2023 Women in Residential + Commercial Construction conference event will take place October 25-27 in Nashville, Tenn., residential and commercial constructing sector. trillion U.S.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 21, 2013

For construction, design, remodeling, etc. Twitter (84.2%) and Facebook (82.5%) take second and third place. Houzz is the least used social media website by construction professionals with only 1.8% of respondents indicating they use it. Read our blog on Houzz here. A comparison with 2012 results is below.

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HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

Given the fact that most national and international retailers already have stores in Chicago, most retail construction will involve remodeling and expansion of existing stores. What are your thoughts about how the Olympics will affect commercial construction in Chicago? Here are a couple of my predictions…. Ditto for restaurants.

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HardHatChat

MAY 31, 2018

Attending this major event is always a terrific opportunity for us as a national commercial construction firm to meet with our national retail developer clients, network with new connections from across the country, and really take the temperature of the retail construction sector. The Online Effect.

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Wolgast Corporation

JANUARY 12, 2023

Complex projects that take a shorter duration than a year like those for healthcare practices, professional offices, or additions/remodels to manufacturing plants and most other industry buildings can benefit from having their Architect and Builder on the same team, like the Design-Build (DB) Construction Delivery. Many as repeat customers.

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