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‘I think that we’ll escape without a recession’: Economists Weigh in on Material Prices, Construction Financial Outlook
During an exclusive Levelset panel on September 15, construction industry experts Alex Carrick, Chief Economist for ConstructConnect, and Ken Simonson, Chief Economist for the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC),...
Sep 15, 2022
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Washington Considers Additional Requirements for Lien Claims: SB-5234
On January 10, 2023, Senate Bill 5234 was introduced in Washington that, if passed, would...
Jan 27, 2023
Modular Construction Lowers Costs up to 20% — But Disrupts Traditional Builders
With recent developments in the burgeoning modular homes market, reports say off-site building could cut...
Dec 16, 2022
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Industry trends
Modular Construction Lowers Costs up to 20% — But Disrupts Traditional Builders
With recent developments in the burgeoning modular homes market, reports say off-site building could cut the cost of residential construction...
Dec 16, 2022
Rising Construction Site Theft Is Costing Contractors — Here Are 3 Ways They’re Protecting Themselves
Global Construction Disputes Have Risen — and Resolution Methods Are Evolving to Keep Up
Building materials and supply chain
Dwindling Concrete Supply Worries U.S. Contractors as Projects Pile Up
Contractors across the U.S. have recently expressed concern about completing prospective construction projects due to a nationwide concrete shortage. It’s...
Nov 2, 2022
‘Google Maps for construction aggregates’ Pushes for Building Materials Price Transparency
Are ByBlocks a Viable Eco-Friendly Alternative to Cinderblocks?
Economy and finance
States Just Voted to Increase Infrastructure & Climate Construction Spending — Is Yours One?
Public infrastructure projects across New York, Alabama, Texas, and more could be seeing major changes after state voters approved climate...
Nov 30, 2022
Construction Spending and Planning Numbers Rose in Autumn, Putting Commercial Contractors at Tentative Ease
UK Construction Industry Braces for More Challenges After Activity Bottoms Out in Summer 2022
Labor and workforce
Experts Weigh in on Worldwide Construction Labor Shortage: ‘It’s a massive hill to climb’
The global labor shortage within the construction industry has been continuing in force as 2022 comes to a close, and...
Dec 13, 2022
Maryland’s Department of Labor Offers 15 Million Ways Contractors Can Retain and Hire Skilled Workers
Construction’s Labor Shortage Demands More Tech-Literate Workers
Legal alerts
Washington Considers Additional Requirements for Lien Claims: SB-5234
On January 10, 2023, Senate Bill 5234 was introduced in Washington that, if passed, would require additional information and requirements...
Jan 27, 2023
Scaffolding Isn’t a ‘Permanent Improvement’ Under New York Lien Law
Tennessee Court of Appeals Finds Implied ‘Time Is Of The Essence’ Construction Contract Is Valid
Notable contractors
The 10 Biggest Fire Protection & Sprinkler Contractors in the U.S. in 2023
Let’s face it: A project not backed by top-of-the-line fire protection and sprinkler professionals has extraordinary risks. Without proper safety...
Nov 15, 2022
Heavy Construction Set to Prosper & Profit While Residential Market Falters
The 10 Biggest Excavation and Foundation Contractors in the U.S. in 2023
Notable projects
Buffalo Bills Construction Deal Punted as Community Huddles to Discuss Benefits
A massive NFL construction endeavor that’s been in the works for years now is finally nearing its kick-off — but...
Nov 7, 2022