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PlanHub's General Contractor Directory for Subcontractors

In the construction industry, building strong connections is key to success. At PlanHub, our core mission is to help subcontractors connect with General Contractors (GCs) and Suppliers in their local markets. However, we recognize that the existing process requires subcontractors to first interact with a posted project before they can connect with the associated GCs […]

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    The Construction Site Preparation Process Explained [+ Checklist]

    April 21, 2023

    The first step in constructing a new building is site preparation. This process involves first documenting the condition of the site, determining what work needs to be completed, protecting the site and surrounding properties, and then clearing and excavating as required. Site work and excavation contractors need to understand what is involved in each step […]

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    Top 10 Sustainable Building Materials

    April 21, 2023

    This list of the top ten sustainable building materials includes materials drawn from nature that are renewable, are recyclable, or that use scrap or waste from other processes to make new materials. Some are materials you’ve heard of, and probably used before, while others may be new to you. Using sustainable building materials can help […]

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    Strategies for Contractors to Deal with the Cement Shortage

    April 21, 2023

    Concrete and cement are the second most used substances on the planet, next to only water. With this popularity, it’s no wonder rising prices and rumors of a cement shortage are rocking the construction industry. With new infrastructure projects set to come online, a shortage of cement could significantly affect the scheduling of these projects […]

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    PlanHub Announces Significant Upgrades to Its Suite Of Preconstruction Solutions With Three New Digital Resources for Subcontractors

    April 20, 2023

    PlanHub, the leading cloud-based software as service (SaaS) preconstruction platform, announced today a series of powerful upgrades to its suite of digital solutions – Takeoff Software, Advanced Bid Builder and a more intuitive, user-friendly Activity Dashboard – to help subcontractors increase efficiency, streamline processes and drive revenue. These new additions build on PlanHub’s strong 2023 […]

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    Streamline Your Takeoff Process, Faster.

    April 19, 2023

    The accuracy of estimates and bids hinges on a single crucial step: takeoff. During this process, quantities of materials are measured, counted, and listed based on given plans. However, relying on traditional tools like paper printouts, rulers, and calculators is inefficient.  Takeoff, It’s the step where you measure, count and list quantities of materials based […]

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    Top 10 OSHA Violations for 2022

    April 18, 2023

    Each year OSHA releases the top safety violations from the year before. Some of these are perennial favorites, unfortunately. To ensure that your company doesn’t fall prey to these issues, here’s a look at each of these top violations and what employers need to do to ensure that they comply.   Providing Fall Protection The […]

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    How to Combat Inflation and Uncertainty Using Digital Tools

    April 3, 2023

    The impact of prolonged high inflation continues to alter the economy and force contractors and subcontractors to get creative. By Ro Bhatia CEO, PlanHub   Inflation has driven the cost of everyday essentials sky-high, from food to fuel, office supplies, rent, and everything in between. Continued broken links in the supply chain and volatile construction material pricing […]

				
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