With an ever-increasing focus on eco- and consumer-friendly housing choices today, there are a couple of trends that those in the construction business need to know about and learn how to adapt to: reclamation and walkability....

Between long hours, tough deadlines, a short-staffed crew and project uncertainty, working in the contracting business sure comes with its fair share of stressors. While it’s impossible to eliminate it completely, there are some practices you can adopt to help reduce your overall daily level stress level....

Home building is back and booming more than ever. Turn on your TV or drive down the street and you’ll see a number of new houses going up and longstanding homes receiving an overhaul of renovation....

It’s not uncommon for a contractor who is dedicated to overseeing all activities on a job to hire subcontractors who specialize in certain trades. However, knowing when to do it and how to choose one can be a daunting task. Check out the tips below to help you make the right decision....

Although rebutted by many industry organizations, including the National Association of Home Builders, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) officially launched its online injury and illness reporting at the beginning of August. You may wonder what this means for you and your business. Check out the details below on the rule’s requirements....

The combination of experienced construction workers “aging out” and the lack of desire by the next generation to aspire to work in this demanding field has many contractors scrambling to find abled bodies. With this generation being fed technology’s instant gratification and a push toward white collar fields, it’s not an easy target. However, these tips will help you get to the forefront of recruiting these young-minded workers....