Published on March 19, 2021 by Nate Bortz
In response to skyrocketing lumber prices, lawmakers and industry leaders have reached out to various federal government departments in an effort to give home builders and home buyers some relief.
Published on February 26, 2021 by Nate Bortz
With building material prices continuing to rise, many contractors and builder associations are worried about how the negative trend will affect business.
Published on February 11, 2021 by Nate Bortz
Making the US building sector carbon neutral by 2040 is a challenging goal. But with new legislative opportunities on the horizon, industry leaders are confident.
Published on January 21, 2021 by Nate Bortz
This week, we’re discussing why despite high unemployment, many construction firms around the nation are struggling to find workers and complete projects.
Published on January 5, 2021 by Nate Bortz
In this follow-up to a recent blog, we look at “modular construction” and how the pandemic is bringing it back to the mainstream.
Published on December 17, 2020 by Nate Bortz
In this blog, we highlight one of our partners – Build Your Life – and explain why educating young people about the benefits of a skilled trades career is so important.
Published on December 11, 2020 by Nate Bortz
In this blog, we discuss massive changes to the 2021 IBC, and whether wood building materials like mass timber could build the skyscrapers of the future.
Published on November 16, 2020 by Nate Bortz
If you’ve been thinking about starting your own construction business, check out this Q&A where one of our training specialists answered a student’s questions.
Published on November 9, 2020 by Zach Francis
In this Training Tip blog, our in-house Building Training Manager Zach Francis gives some insight on using a transit level.
Published on November 3, 2020 by Nate Bortz
If you’re looking for a way to stay ahead of the competition, this course can help! Our “Drones in Construction” continuing education courses are available in many states, and are designed to familiarize business owners with the practical uses of drone technology.
