Search Results for “Green Building”

green and sustainable building materials

6 minute read

How to Source Green Building Materials

by1build
March 9, 2022

Different types of materials can meet different types of sustainability goals. In this article, we explore green and sustainable building materials through the lens of five categories your project owner may ask you about.

SSustainable and Green Building

4 minute read

5 Ways to Conserve Water in Residential & Commercial Buildings

by1build
February 25, 2022

Fresh water preservation is a global concern. What building material and design options are available to conserve water and build responsibly? Here are five areas to focus on when discussing water conservation in any construction project.

TThe Business of Building

5 minute read

Don’t Leave Money on the Table: Use a Drywall Estimator

by1build
February 21, 2022

Drywall defines a room, protects the intricacies of wiring and plumbing, and transforms that construction project into a livable space. So, you don't want to leave money on the table - learn tips on using a drywall estimator or construction estimating software for your next project.

PProject Management

7 minute read

The Top 5 Most Expensive Construction Projects in the World

by1build
January 20, 2022

Cost overruns are the greatest risk to any construction project large or small. Without accurate cost estimates, project costs can balloon out of control. In our latest roundup, we not only reveal the biggest, boldest and most expensive construction projects being built on earth or over it, but also their runaway costs.

PProject Management

6 essential steps of the construction process

3 minute read

The 6 Essential Phases of the Construction Process

by1build
January 20, 2022

The most successful projects follow best practices. In this post, we cover the 6 essential phases of the construction process to help general contractors keep their projects on time and under budget.

CCost Estimation

10 minute read

Drywall Estimating: How to Calculate The Cost of Your Next Drywall Project

by1build
January 20, 2022

How do you determine the exact cost for your next drywall project with the rapid changes in material costs? How much does it cost for hanging and taping? Our new guide can help determine the cost of your drywall project, and save you time.

Green Building

How to Source Green Building Materials

5 Ways to Conserve Water in Residential & Commercial Buildings

Don’t Leave Money on the Table: Use a Drywall Estimator

The Top 5 Most Expensive Construction Projects in the World

The 6 Essential Phases of the Construction Process

Drywall Estimating: How to Calculate The Cost of Your Next Drywall Project

Takeoff Software: Learn to Create an Easy Construction Takeoff

Benefits of a Professional Construction Estimating Network

How do I handle material cost inflation between bid time and contract time?

5 Features You Need in a Construction Takeoff Software

How to Choose Construction Estimating Software