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Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation

The Pro Builder

Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation ibush Thu, 02/15/2024 - 15:31 Home builders can maximize efficiencies gained through simplification and standardization by automating both on-site and back-office operations Tony L. Consider the potential benefits of off-site construction to your current home building process.

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How Self-Performed Trades Keep Construction Schedules on Track

Wolgast Corporation

When using Design-Build construction, site work can start before plans are even complete. Having a site crew on staff helps us control the start of the project and gives us an advantage (sometimes by several months) over general contractors who have to be queued into a subcontractor’s lineup (out of their control).

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Remodel Your Commercial Office to Be More Modern

Wolgast Corporation

The problem, we understand, it’s cost prohibitive and not a great investment to complete a remodel every year to keep up with new trends. However, there are some classic and cost effective changes that can help set you up well for the future. With either, you may lower your energy costs over time to help offset the cost.

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2022 Construction Tips for Restaurant and Other Commercial Building Owners

Wolgast Corporation

The cost and availability of building materials can presently be described as highly unpredictable, so the pre-planning phase has become the key to Restaurant Construction more than ever before! Additionally, as a general contractor, we self-perform trades including site work, concrete, rough and finish carpentry, and millwork.

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Trending: The Rise of Prefab and Modular Commercial Construction Techniques

Commercial Construction Blog

Using prefabricated construction components (elements that are manufactured off-site and then delivered to the construction site for installation) or a modular construction model (where entire building sections are constructed in a plant facility and delivered for on-site assembly) certainly has the potential to improve efficiencies.

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Boston Public Library blends New England, Greek Revival architecture

Construction Specifier

New England and Greek Revival influences One notable architectural feature in New England is the use of brick-ended structures, which serve as a prominent design element for both public and residential buildings. It pays homage to the historical tradition of New England’s small-town public buildings, characterized by Greek Revival influences.

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What’s the difference between RFIs, Submittals and Specifications?

Field Wire

Assume that a construction project involves building a new hospital. During the construction process, the contractor encounters a discrepancy between the architectural plans and the structural drawings. The contractor needs clarification to ensure that the project meets the intended design and specifications.