The minimum wage has been in the news often lately. A failed provision in the latest Coronavirus relief package proposed a change to $15 an hour- the first change since it was raised to $7.25 in 2009. However, all indications are that Democrats in Congress will continue trying to increase the minimum wage, a change […]
Any construction project is a big undertaking—not only are these projects financial investments, but they also require time, attention, and a lot of work. Shoring projects are no different and when you begin bidding for one, you can expect a lot of questions from the client. But as the provider, it’s important to come to […]
For the last year, COVID-19 has been impacting communities across the world and cases are continuing to rise in some places. Despite many governments and companies’ responses, there are many industries still seeing the impacts of the virus. Construction is no different and has a number of unique challenges. Construction companies have been tasked with […]
One of the biggest challenges for business owners everywhere is properly marketing and branding your company. This is such a challenge because of how important these strategies are to promoting your business. Even with the best business in the industry, without effective marketing and branding, you will struggle to reach the right audience. Whether you […]
If you work for a construction firm or run a contracting business, you know how high the price of timber is right now. Even people who want to do a few projects around their house find themselves gawking at the price when looking for plywood for sale. It comes as no surprise to know that […]
As contactless delivery becomes more of a requirement for businesses to stay open, restaurants are going back to the drawing board. Quick service restaurants (QSRs) are investing in new ways to serve their customers. They are being forced to figure out how to re-configure the layout of their stores to ensure customers feel safe, and […]
It’s safe to say that everyone is still figuring out the aftermath of 2020 and its impact on businesses. With the new year ahead, business owners feel a cautious sense of optimism about the year’s potential for financial growth. Of course, with this growth also comes one of life’s guarantees: taxes. Although we consider ourselves […]
Plywood is a favorite material for many builders because of its water resistance, structural stability, and relatively low cost. These qualities also make it a great choice for the sheathing that covers the rafters on the roof of a building. But another material, oriented strand board, is a popular choice as well. With the same […]
As Inauguration Day approaches, you’re probably hearing a lot about proposed changes from President-Elect Joe Biden and his incoming administration. Biden and his team have been very open about plans to reverse certain policies enacted by President Donald Trump, including the construction of a border wall and withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accords. Something that […]
While 2020 didn’t bring many opportunities to attend sporting events in person, that has not slowed down many plans for building large venues. When we’re able to attend games and events again, there will be a number of new stadiums and arenas throughout the United States coming next year. Like a lot of construction projects, […]