To the average person there may not seem to be much difference between construction projects that result in a commercial property compared to the creation of an industrial site. The fact is there are key differences between the two construction types and understanding those differences play a major role in getting the job done properly. [...]
The role of distribution warehouses has been changing since the advent of the internet and e-commerce. Warehouses traditionally catered to their own or other businesses by acting as storehouses for supplies that were shipped to and eventually sold by a brick and mortar retail location. With the popularity of e-commerce, more and more warehouses are [...]
For all the bad press they receive, the fact is that millennials represent more than one third of the US population. It’s estimated that by 2025 they will make up more than 75% of the nation’s workforce. Because of this they have become the most influential generation since the baby boomers. This influence also extends [...]
In this day and age, energy efficiency in buildings is a point of major concern. Not only will an energy efficient building cost less to operate, it will create less of a strain on the environment. Many energy efficiencies can be incorporated into a building during construction while some may be added as an afterthought. [...]
Your commercial space is not only the first impression that customers get when they walk in the door, it’s also the place that you and your employees likely spend most of your time. Keeping your commercial space in good condition, up to date and inviting to customers and employees can be just as important as [...]
One study after another comes our explaining the importance of employee morale and how to help your employees perform better. One way that has always been consistent is making the most out of the workplace provided. This can be everything from creating a community that engages employees to providing sufficient tools to complete their job. [...]
Design When planning a restaurant construction project, including the owners, chefs and the general commercial contractor in the planning phase will pay off dividends in the end. When everyone has a stake in the design, you can be assured there will be no surprises or hurt feelings when the project is finished. Chefs will have [...]
Commercial construction projects that go past their deadline are not just bothersome, they will increase costs for all of the parties involved. Finishing commercial construction projects on time depends on at least a few main factors. In this article, we narrow those factors down to three of the most important considerations that should be taken [...]
Most people might think that commercial and industrial construction are one and the same. An inexperienced person might only see the similarities between the two types of construction, but the fact is there are many differences. In this post we’ll go over some of the main differences between commercial and industrial construction. Site Considerations When [...]
Because commercial construction seems to be taking place all around us at all times of the year, there are a handful of common misconceptions that arise among people who are looking to undertake such work for the first time. In this article we’ll go over 3 common construction myths and why they need to be [...]
