Looking Up: Positive Construction Stories
Good news from across the construction industry this month.
Halfway Through 2022: What is Causing Supply Chain Issues?
Can we pinpoint what is causing supply chain issues, and what kind of impact do they have in the world of construction estimating and material prices?
The 1build 5×5: Material Costs for the week of June 27, 2022
Updated local costs for five key building materials in Pittsburgh, Dallas, Denver, Atlanta, and Sacramento.
On electrical projects, what’s the fastest way to determine the exact cost of lighting fixtures?
When you're bidding a hot project and you need exact pricing for specific lighting fixtures, there really is no better way than going directly to the source. Here are three steps to help you do just that.
A Day in the Life of a Construction Cost Estimator
As an in-house estimator for a medium to large contracting company, you’ll probably receive dozens of invitations every month. Think construction estimating is the right career for you? Here’s what a day in the life of a construction cost estimator looks like.
How do I get a sense of a jobsite if I can’t physically visit it in person?
When you can't visit a jobsite in person, what can you do? Read our answer in our latest Ask an Estimator!
Lumber Prices are Falling Fast [June 2022]
Lumber prices are falling fast, but why did they skyrocket in the first place? Can we blame a pandemic? How did we get here and what do lower prices mean for contractors? Let’s answer some questions.
Summer Builds: Outdoor Kitchens
Looking for some guidance on how to update that outdoor space into a fully functional kitchen? Here are some ways you (or your clients) can turn a simple porch or patio into a luxurious outdoor kitchen.
How do I find subcontractors to confirm my budget pricing?
If you are new to a region or a construction sector, it may be difficult to find the most trustworthy and reliable subcontractors who can confirm pricing across multiple trades. Here are a few strategies to try.
Client Focus: Sharing Construction Estimates that Make Sense
How do you communicate the expectations of your client and how they will come to life in the real world? Here are our best practices for communicating with your potential client and sharing a cost estimate that makes sense.
