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3 Pros & Cons of Managing Fleet Maintenance In-House

Construction Business Owner

3 Pros & Cons of Managing Fleet Maintenance In-House ccapoccia Tue, 09/03/2024 - 09:27 One of the greatest costs in operating a construction fleet is asset maintenance and repair. But is it more cost-effective to manage maintenance and repair services in-house rather than working with third-party shops?

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How to Keep Residents Happy During a Senior Housing Community Renovation

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Last month, I had the opportunity to check in with an Illinois Real Estate Journal reporter for a feature on the latest trends in senior housing ( you can read the article here ). Here at Englewood Construction we are seeing a number of ground-up senior housing construction projects break ground to meet housing demand from aging baby boomers.

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Floating Houses: Types, Principles, and Advantages

The Constructor

The post Floating Houses: Types, Principles, and Advantages appeared first on The Constructor. In foundation engineering, the term “floating” is used when the load on the structure is equal to or lesser than the soil displaced by the footing so that the soil is not subjected to any additional load.

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3 Construction Strategies for Senior Community Housing Renovation Projects

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Additionally, many national senior housing operators are in “acquisition” mode and are boosting their portfolio by snapping up value-add properties they can remodel and put under their brand umbrella. Take extra steps to keep residents happy when renovating an occupied senior community.

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The Ultimate Free Guide to Construction Project Management Software

Spreadsheets and in-house tools can no longer manage the sophistication and the demand for data of modern construction. Our free buyer’s guide will help you identify what construction software you need and the key features you should be looking for.

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A Housing Complex Developed Using Shipping Containers

The Constructor

The Hilda L Solis Care First Village is a housing complex in Los Angeles made of shipping containers for people experiencing homelessness.

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Research: Constructing Housing Foundations on Peat Soil

The Constructor

A Scottish research group seeks to develop ways of laying housing foundations on peatlands in an eco-friendly way. The initiative may pave the path.