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    PlanHub Co-Founder Becomes CSO

    September 22, 2020

    Kyle Conlan undertakes a new role as Chief Strategy Officer to focus on business growth strategy. “… We now have the flexibility to have Kyle apply his vast knowledge of the industry and use that insight to help us shape our future product road-map.” -Kevin Priddy, CEO at PlanHub Read the full article here

  • General Contractors

    4 Tips for Hiring Masonry Subcontractors

    September 16, 2020

    As a general contractor, hiring a subcontractor is not a task you should take lightly. Since a subcontractor and their work directly represents you and your business, it’s important to ensure you are hiring quality professionals. When it comes to hiring a masonry subcontractor, it’s essential to perform the necessary research and review to ensure […]

  • General Contractors

    PPE for Summer Construction Projects

    August 19, 2020

    During the warmer summer months, completing construction projects can be hard work. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is still required for subcontractors and other construction workers to wear in order to stay safe and comply with OSHA’s requirements. However, these warmer months do require PPE specifically designed for heat. Keep reading to discover which PPE is […]

  • General Contractors

    4 Tips to Manage Your Summer Construction Project

    August 12, 2020

    During summertime, blazing temperatures and changing weather conditions make outdoor projects a challenge for construction companies. General contractors and subcontractors have to protect the health and safety of their workers in the heat. Additionally, they must account for severe storms that can cause significant damage. Check out these four tips you can use to manage […]

  • General Contractors

    Hiring Landscaping Subcontractors: 9 Tips

    July 22, 2020

    Quality subcontractors are essential for successfully completing construction projects. A good landscaping subcontractor offers construction companies a lot of benefits. However, a bad subcontractor can put the entire job site in jeopardy. As a general contractor, you’ll want to do your research before hiring a landscaping subcontractor. Utilizing a subcontractor bidding site can help you […]

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    Hiring Painting Subcontractors? 5 Tips

    July 17, 2020

    As a general contractor, when searching for painting subcontractors, it is imperative to keep certain aspects in mind to ensure you hire the right expert. By utilizing a construction bidding software such as PlanHub, you can easily connect with high-quality subcontractors that are right for the job. Check out these five factors to consider when […]

  • General Contractors

    4 Important Features of an Online Plan Room

    May 13, 2020

    General contractors, subcontractors, and their suppliers are at a great advantage today because of the internet. Online tools like bidding apps and plan rooms help keep everyone on the same page with little to no surprises. Both time and money are saved using an online plan room because it allows general contractors and subcontractors easy […]

  • General Contractors

    Importance of Trench Safety to Prevent Tragedy

    April 8, 2020

    According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), excavation and trenching are two of the most dangerous operations in construction. OSHA defines excavation as the process of creating a cavity, cut, depression, or trench in the earth’s surface via the removal of earth. A trench is any narrow underground excavation no wider than 15 […]

  • General Contractors

    Top Web-Based Apps for General Contractors

    March 25, 2020

    Technology makes construction sites safer and more efficient than they ever were before. Instead of having to leave the job site and track down a payphone each time you have a question or need emergency medical help, you can pull out your cell phone and instantly place a call. Instead of having to sort through […]

  • General Contractors

    COVID-19 Possible Impacts on Construction Industry

    March 20, 2020

    It’s no secret that COVID-19 is affecting all industries. As a contractor, you may be wondering if the construction industry and number of projects will slow down this month. It is important to lay out all the possible negative and positive impacts that the coronavirus could have on the construction industry, as well as giving […]

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