Every construction company should invest in builders risk insurance, or construction insurance. This protects buildings under construction as well as other unfortunate events. Although this insurance can help save your projects, it can become tricky or misunderstood, which is why it is important to thoroughly go through this insurance and make it a part of…
Parks are ideal for any growing community. They offer economic developments, community bonding, tourism and public health benefits. With the ideas of park developments, it is good to trust a construction company that can effectively build a park with all of these in mind. Here are why park construction is crucial: Economic Developments If you…
The former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, and Democratic candidate for the presidency Pete Buttigieg was sworn in as Transportation Secretary by the Senate. Following his confirmation, Buttigieg noted the work to be done in the transportation sector and potential overcomings but stated he was optimistic about the future. During his campaign for the…
In large-scale construction, hiring someone with experience is the key to success. Choosing a builder who specializes in the type of construction you need can provide a more efficient and successful construction experience. Here are some of the benefits of hiring a builder who specializes in commercial construction: Lower Construction Costs When using an…
As a whole, 2020 played a large role in construction for the years to come due to many canceled projects or deferred plans. Here is our 2021 Construction Forecast, based on 2020 data and predictions: 2020 construction spending is approximately 50% residential, 30% nonresidential buildings, and 20% nonbuilding infrastructure. The greatest impact on…
Public parks are enjoyable not only for families but for the entire community. Hemisfair Park is one example of bringing community events to a fun, open space. Hemisfair Park first became nationally recognized in 1968 when it hosted that year’s World Fair. Now, it is a community with residences, local businesses and public parks…
What should you be looking for when choosing the right company for your next construction project? Here are a few of the most important qualities in a contractor to help make the best decision for you: Years of Experience with References When choosing the right company for your next project, the process can become…
Reinforced concrete is a combination of traditional cement concrete with reinforcements (steel bar). This combination is made to use the compressive strength of concrete and tensile strength of steel at the same time, hence, work together to resist many types of loading. The term reinforced is used because the steel reinforces the concrete and makes it…
Summer is known to be the best season for construction due to the influx of seasonal workers and warm weather. Here are a few of the best practices to implement during the busy summer construction season: Scale Privileges based on Seasonal Workload As summer carries on and responsibilities increase, privileges should increase as well….
Parks contribute greatly to a sense of the community and provide numerous other benefits to the families, and businesses surrounding them. As many of us have missed out on the activities welcoming friends and families that parks typically offer, we understand now (more than ever), that they are vital to our cities. There are so…