Tag: Contractors
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Fence Maintenance Tips from Experienced Contractors
A well-maintained fence not only enhances your home’s curb appeal but also extends its lifespan, saving you time and money in the long run. Whether you have a wood, vinyl, metal, or composite fence, regular upkeep is essential to keep it looking great and functioning properly. To help you get the most out of your…
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11 predictions for public contractors under Trump 2.0
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Mary Scott Nabers is CEO of Austin, Texas-based research and consulting firm Strategic Partnerships Inc. and the author of “Inside the Infrastructure Revolution – A Roadmap for Rebuilding America.” Nabers formerly served on the Texas Railroad Commission…
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What Do General Contractors Do? Understanding Their Role
Ever started a home renovation or a big construction project and quickly realized there are more moving parts than expected? That’s where Mint Builders General Contractors step in. Whether it’s a kitchen remodel, a new home build, or a commercial renovation, these professionals handle the details, keep things on track, and ensure the job gets…
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5 years after COVID hit, contractors still wait for prices to come down
Listen to the article 10 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Since 2020, events tend to garner a pre- and post-pandemic label. That’s certainly true in construction. For example, contractors had once hoped construction prices would return to pre-pandemic levels. Instead, five years after the start of the…
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MEP Cost Insights for Contractors in Commercial Buildings
In commercial construction, mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems are one of the most complex yet crucial aspects of project planning. These three systems form the basis of any modern building, offering functionality, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. For contractors, an accurate MEP cost reduction is vital to avoid budget overruns, secure competitive…
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Nominations Now Open: Contractors’ Top 50 New Products 2025
Hosted hosted by Equipment Today and ForConstructionPros.com, the Contactors’ Top 50 New Products Award serves as the voice of the industry, representing your equipment priorities and preferences when it comes to exploring new market offerings. Returning for its 15th installment this year, the annual Contactors’ Top 50 New Products Award is designed to recognize the best new product introductions…
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February 2025: Contractors report their latest awards
Contractors thrive on new business and opportunities, living for the moment when a potential project becomes reality. After completing all the hard work of estimating, preparing and presenting a bid, there’s nothing quite like getting that call from a client to say the job is yours. Here, Construction Dive tracks the top contract wins announced…
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‘I want contractors to make a living, not a killing’
CM starts a new series of client profiles this month. First up, the University of Oxford’s Jennifer Makkreel MCIOB talks procurement, quality and sustainability. The prospect of delivering a Passivhaus project for the first time can seem daunting for any client – but not Jennifer Makkreel, the University of Oxford’s deputy head of capital projects.…
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McGee, Erith among contractors in NHS building and fire safety scheme
ABCA SystemsAcorn Analytical Services AES Electrical & Compliance Services Airtube Technologies Airborne Environmental ConsultantsAqua Protec Asbestech Asbestos Survey and Management Ascendant Lifts Group Ayerst Environmental BLS Asbestos Casa Environmental Services Checkmate Fire Solutions ChirmarnCLC Contractors Clifford Devlin DB Fire Solutions EFT Systems Emchia Asbestos Solutions Environmental Essentials Environtec Erith Contractors Eta Projects European Asbestos ServicesFiresec…
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Contractors brace for steel, aluminum tariff impacts
Listen to the article 6 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Tariffs on steel and aluminum could do more than curb imports — they could put the brakes on construction activity, too. President Donald Trump signed executive orders on Feb. 10 implementing 25% tariffs on all steel and…