January 15, 2020
Winter Storms and Your Business
With winter upon us here in northwestern PA, we know that with the winter season comes heavy snowstorms, blowing and drifting snow, treacherous ice and frigid winds. These conditions create hazards when it comes to excessive weight to a building structure. These wintery conditions can also cause structural and/or cosmetic damage, as well as create…
November 13, 2019
The Importance of Stormwater Management
When beginning any size construction project, stormwater management is imperative to a successful job. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Stormwater management is the effort to reduce runoff of rainwater or melted snow into streets, lawns and other sites and the improvement of water quality. Stormwater management is a crucial matter when…
April 17, 2019
5 Common Construction Industry Myths
Every industry comes with its stereotypes: all teachers love getting apples, all lawyers are liars, everyone in the tech industry is shy and nerdy, the academic field is snobby and elitist. Those are just a few of the common assumptions people make about other fields of work. The construction industry is no different and has…
January 9, 2019
5 Tips to Keep Your Construction Project Running Smoothly From Start to Finish
Construction projects are faced with elements of constant change, from unexpected weather to surprise costs. With so many factors that can impact the progress of construction and create bumps along the way, it can be an uphill battle to keep a project running smoothly from start to finish. Here are a few tips to keep your next…
December 6, 2018
The Difference Between Construction Bids and Estimates
People commonly use “bid” and “estimate” interchangeably, but each word carries a distinct meaning when it comes to the construction process. Bids and estimates refer to decisions made and offers given during separate phases in the proposal process. Learning the proper usage of these words and the stages with which they pair is important when…