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Flipping the Script: Strong Partnerships Between Trades and General Contractors

by Keyan Zandy | Jun 13, 2020
Markets | Project Delivery | Project Management

Four executives from subcontracting firms discuss what it’s like to work with general contractors, what they wish was better understood about the business and how they can better position themselves for shared success.

ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Inches Higher in May; Contractor Confidence Continues to Rebound

by ABC | Jun 10, 2020
Economy | Markets

Associated Builders and Contractors reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator rose to 7.9 months in May, an increase of less than 0.1 months from April’s reading.

Three Reasons to Focus on Commercial Exterior Maintenance Services

by Chris Jackson | Jun 10, 2020
Business Development | Commercial | Markets

First impressions and curb appeal are important for showing customers that business owners care and are committed to giving a quality experience. Commercial businesses must provide a good impression to customers and guests through their exteriors.

Get on the Path to Healthy Buildings With LEED

The purpose of LEED certification is simple: It’s a mechanism for creating the best and healthiest built environments for occupants. With a little planning and a commitment to doing the right thing, builders will put themselves on the path to successfully reaching certification.

Technologies in Use Via Prefabrication at Mechanical Contractor

by A. Vincent Vasquez | Jun 3, 2020
BIM | Manufacturing | Markets | Technology

This article is the fourth in the Construction Tech Talks series, highlighting technology trends and digital transformations from the perspective of industry leaders.

Nonresidential Construction Spending Falls in April, Says ABC

by ABC | Jun 2, 2020
Economy | Markets

National nonresidential construction spending decreased by 1.8% in April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Countertrend: Replacing Replacement Windows

by Randall R. Brown | May 28, 2020
Commercial | Markets

Skip the window replacement. Adding a second inner window provides soundproofing, energy savings and increased safety.

Building Resilience: Rethinking the Industry’s Approach to Construction

by Nathan Doughty | May 28, 2020
Economy | Markets

The entire industry is responsible for focusing on the well-being of people and society while looking to meet evolving opportunities and future challenges. These focus areas are critical as we enter the second quarter of 2020.

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Flipping the Script: Strong Partnerships Between Trades and General Contractors

ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Inches Higher in May; Contractor Confidence Continues to Rebound

Three Reasons to Focus on Commercial Exterior Maintenance Services

Get on the Path to Healthy Buildings With LEED

Technologies in Use Via Prefabrication at Mechanical Contractor

Nonresidential Construction Spending Falls in April, Says ABC

Countertrend: Replacing Replacement Windows

Building Resilience: Rethinking the Industry’s Approach to Construction

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