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Could Your Construction Business Benefit From The Gig Economy?

Contractor Bookkeeping

At some point, every business owner needs outside help to improve efficiency – or to free up their time so they can take steps toward future growth. The trouble is, the cost of hiring regular staff, even on a part-time basis, can eat up a company's budget – especially in the early years when you're still just finding your feet. The rise of the remote freelance worker (otherwise known as the "gig economy"), especially during this time, can offer construction business owners a simple, cost-effecti

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Outsourced Marketing vs. Staffing for Construction Companies

Construction Marketing

The decision to Outsource Marketing to a consultant or agency, or to hire staff for marketing is a frequent but critical consideration. Factors include the frequency of specific marketing activities, the availability of talent, and the financial return of either scenario. The latter taking on new urgency within a recessionary environment. This article will define Outsourced Marketing and staffing, along with the pros and cons of each, and some recommended resources.

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Pop Vs Putty - Difference Between Pop and Wall Putty

Civil Lead

Hello friends, Pop and wall putty enhance the beauty and appearance of the house. Both are important building materials for interior design work. Are you confused about the selection of Pop and Putty for your home? Then you are in the right place today in this article we are going to do a detailed comparison of Pop and putty. I promise you after reading this article you will be able to choose the best one for your home and office.

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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

In recent months, we at FDRsafety have been surprised at the number of cases involving injuries resulting from falling objects. While accidents are an unfortunate reality in industry, some involved trained workers being in the line of fire. Examples include: A skilled worker setting up a frame for welding and fabrication and a 400 lb. piece fell off the fixture because it wasn’t secured A rigger who pulled a stabilizing pin and an I beam slid off onto his foot A journeyman millwright who was und

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Building Estimation Step by Step In Excel Sheet

CivilJungle

Dear friend, we work building quantity calculation in manual in a paper, So now going we area in how to Calculate in Excel use a long wall and short wall method. Because of this method, very easy all methods like Centre Line Method & Crossing Method. And mostly Billing Engineer and Quantity Surveyor use this […].

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8 Types of Concrete Finishes [PDF]

The Constructor

The concrete is a versatile construction material used all over the world for all types of construction applications. Concrete in its green form can.

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COVID-19 Impacts on the Construction Industry

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How the Coronavirus has impacted the construction industry.

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After COVID-19, there will be a new normal for construction safety

Construction Dive

Construction, how we move forward through this crisis safely must be defined now. Are we ready?

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How to efficiently perform ongoing facilities maintenance, repair projects and minor new construction projects!

Job Order Contracting

The ability efficiently perform ongoing facilities maintenance, repair projects and minor new construction projects is available to all facilities management professionals and real property owners. All of the necessary tools and services are readily available to maximize productivity and overall levels of satisfaction via LEAN integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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Compressive Strength of Concrete -Cube Test [PDF], Procedure, Results

The Constructor

Compressive strength of concrete cube test provides an idea about all the characteristics of concrete. Cube test results judges proper concreting at.

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Thriving During a (Potential) Coronavirus-Related Recession

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The Coronavirus could lead to a recession, but there are things that construction companies can do to ensure they survive.

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COVID-19 forces building officials to explore remote video inspections

Construction Dive

Some building departments have been forced by the outbreak to introduce technology to their process, the International Code Council says, and those that have will continue using this method of inspection after the health crisis.

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Commercial Construction News: Celebrating Women in Construction and Englewood Construction’s Own Tara Fox

HardHatChat

Tara Fox is a senior project manager with Englewood Construction. As our Englewood Construction team works together to continue serving our commercial construction clients while also navigating the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on our industry, we are more thankful than ever for our staff of dedicated and experienced employees. For this month’s blog post, we wanted to take the opportunity to highlight one of those employees: Tara Fox, a senior project manager.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Non-Destructive Test on Structural Steel and Welds

The Constructor

Non-destructive testing is a solution to find the strength of the existing steel structure and its joints such as welds.

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Introducing: A Viewpoint on Construction LIVE

Viewpoint Construction Technology

New live broadcast will deliver construction industry news, best practices and technology insights weekly.

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Report: How major contech solutions will grow by 2025

Construction Dive

A new white paper from professional services firm Ernst &Young LLP details the technologies that will grow the most, and how prepared contractors are to implement them.

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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

In recent months, we at FDRsafety have been surprised at the number of cases involving injuries resulting from falling objects. While accidents are an unfortunate reality in industry, some involved trained workers being in the line of fire. Examples include: A skilled worker setting up a frame for welding and fabrication and a 400 lb. piece fell off the fixture because it wasn’t secured A rigger who pulled a stabilizing pin and an I beam slid off onto his foot A journeyman millwright who was und

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Earthquake Resistant Confined Masonry- Components, Difference, and Advantages

The Constructor

Confined masonry construction is a combination of two masonry, which consists of masonry walls (clay brick or concrete block units) and horizontal.

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Tracking Prefabrication Productivity

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Why Controlled Construction Environments are More Important than Ever and How Contractors are Using Technology to Gain Efficiency.

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New York expands prevailing wage laws to private construction projects

Construction Dive

Many projects worth $5 million or more and that receive 30% of construction costs from public agencies must now comply with state prevailing wage laws, which differ by county.

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Construction project management 101 – Checklist

Lets Build

The term construction project management can be used to describe a vast number of tasks, roles and responsibilities. But one thing is always sure. In-depth technical insight, tools, software, techniques , and knowledge are required to deliver today’s complex and quality building projects. Managing complex data in intersecting tasks and teams include confirming a project’s justification, developing project schedules and goals, maintaining commitments for a project, holding people accountable, and

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.

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Mechanism of High-Performance Concrete

The Constructor

High-performance concrete can be produced through the use of low w/c ratio, pozzolanic materials, packing aggregates densely, and improve transition.

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Resources for Employees during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Employees are the heartbeat of your business. As the working-world changes, they likely need extra support. We’ve put together some tips and resources.

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Construction tops industries in PPP stimulus loan funds, but still needs additional funding

Construction Dive

As of April 13, the industry had received 114,838 Paycheck Protection Program loan approvals, totaling just under $34 billion — though some lament that it's just a bandage for now.

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What Social Distancing Looks Like On-Site

Construction Equipment

Job sites may not seem like places for virus transmission, with employees spread out across a wide area. But over the course of the day, in a construction zone, there are choke points where employees would normally come into close contact.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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Understanding Shear Forces and Bending Moments Diagrams

The Constructor

Shear forces and bending moments are resultants which are used to conveniently represent the internal forces that develop within a beam when external.

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This will be the largest Living Building in the world

BD+C

A new 58,000-sf mixed-use project will be Portland's first certified Living Building, Oregon's largest Living Building, and the largest certified Living Building in the world. Designed to last 500 years, the building has a projected Energy Use Index (EUI) of 18.6 kBtu/SF/YR; a typical Portland office building built to code has a EUI of 40.8 kBtu/SF/YR.

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Biggest OSHA fines of Q1 2020

Construction Dive

Falls took center stage again this quarter, but some high-profile projects like the Hard Rock Hotel New Orleans also made the list.

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