How do I determine if a specification of materials is up to code in a certain area?
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How to Estimate New Home Construction Costs in 2022
How much does it cost to build a new home? Learn 6 tips for staying under budget when estimating residential construction costs.
Hiring Skilled Construction Laborers During the Great Resignation
Professionals from other industries who are considering a move to a construction job are looking not just for a job, but for a career path. Here are tried and true methods on how to find and keep skilled construction workers during the Great Resignation.
Shea’s Land Services Estimates in 25% the Time with 1build
With ten crew members driving up to 20-ton excavators on the job site, every hour saved in estimating is an hour gained in the field. And with that extra time, general contractors and owners can make decisions faster, and subs can complete projects on time—even when things change.
How do I determine if the provided project schedule can be completed in that duration without overtime or double shifts?
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Estimating ‘The Office’
Whether you don't think it's normal we want to make people laugh, or you tend to hide office cats in your filing cabinets, Dunder Mifflin at one time needed to be built, starting with an estimate.
Material Roundup: Fire Resistant Construction
Large wildfires can easily sweep through populated areas, but purposeful material choices can strengthen structures and give ample time to leave in the event of a fire.
How do I determine the total tonnage of steel on a project?
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Common Estimating Conversions and Formulas
The only estimating calculator you’ll need is already built in. When 1build hears from the incredible contractors we…
