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Marketing Ideas For Construction Industry Are you looking to expand your marketing efforts for your construction contracting business? Or have you simply run out of construction marketing ideas for your contracting business? Spreading the word about your contracting company is key to getting more work. If potential customers don’t know you exist, they can’t hire […]
According to the 2020 Construction Technology Report, 62% of respondents are still using spreadsheets for their estimates. This method is still being used because it works, but it’s not the most efficient way to bid. Construction bid estimating software is meant to speed the bidding process and improve accuracy. However, shopping for bid estimating software […]
The key to selecting the right construction project management software for your company is to develop a list of “must have’s” and “like to have’s” and prioritize them. By shopping around, you can discover new features you didn’t even know were available. To help you in your search, here are some key characteristics to look […]
It’s well-known that the construction industry is complex and requires layers of strategic insurance. The need for protective insurance relates to unique building circumstances, especially in heavy construction areas like New York. Many general contractors and subcontractors quickly become pros at insurance layering to cover all their bases, but some liability loopholes are notoriously tricky. […]
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, 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The implementation of advanced technology means big improvements for the construction industry. Each year, new technology helps increase the safety and productivity of construction workers. Here are the latest technology innovations that are making a huge impact on the construction industry. Drones Drones can provide workers with sky-high views of a construction site in a […]
Today, during labor shortages and rising costs in the construction industry, it’s essential to utilize helpful construction software and stay ahead of the curve. PlanHub is an excellent solution, allowing general contractors to easily find quality subcontractors during the labor shortage and beyond. While PlanHub does the labor searching, check out some of the reasons […]
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