7 Tips For a Safe Construction Site

7 Tips For a Safe Construction Site

The construction industry can be a dangerous one, with thousands of injuries- and even fatalities- every year. The good news is the majority of these are preventable, and prevention doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, some ways to stay safe are things we commonly overlook and don’t think about daily. Here are seven site…

5 Things to Have Prepared for Your Initial Design Build Meeting

5 Things to Have Prepared for Your Initial Design Build Meeting

When embarking on a new building project, selecting a design-build firm is the first, most pivotal step toward building a trusting partnership for design and construction. Once you choose your partner for this project, the next important move you will make is your initial meeting. This is everyone’s opportunity to establish expectations, and align on…

7 Benefits of Green Building

7 Benefits of Green Building

An effort by designers and builders to create buildings in a way that enhances the positive impact construction has on the environment. Let’s talk about some of the benefits of constructing an eco-friendly structure, or green building.   Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions Buildings in the United States are responsible for nearly 40% of the country’s…

5 Tips to Keep Your Construction Project Running Smoothly From Start to Finish

5 Tips to Keep Your Construction Project Running Smoothly From Start to Finish

Construction projects are faced with elements of constant change, from unexpected weather to surprise costs. With so many factors that can impact the progress of construction and create bumps along the way, it can be an uphill battle to keep a project running smoothly from start to finish. Here are a few tips to keep your next…

The Difference Between Construction Bids and Estimates

The Difference Between Construction Bids and Estimates

People commonly use “bid” and “estimate” interchangeably, but each word carries a distinct meaning when it comes to the construction process. Bids and estimates refer to decisions made and offers given during separate phases in the proposal process. Learning the proper usage of these words and the stages with which they pair is important when…

How Does Design-Build Compare to Traditional Construction?

How Does Design-Build Compare to Traditional Construction?

You have probably heard by now that the design-build method of construction can save you time, money, and lots of potential headaches throughout the life of your next project. But what are the distinctions between design-build and regular construction? Let’s break down how these approaches compare to one another. In traditional remodeling and renovation, often…

5 Questions to Ask when Choosing a Design-Build Firm

5 Questions to Ask when Choosing a Design-Build Firm

Whether you’re building your dream home or designing the newest cutting-edge office development, selecting the right Design-Build firm for your next project is the most important decision to be made. Since the Design-Build process takes you through the entire life of your project from conception to construction, you will want a solid partner to walk…