29Jul 2022 by admin

Tips for Building the House of your Dreams

Tips
Everyone dreams about the ideal home -- one they design and decorate in their head. For many, building the house of your dreams can come true. For others, it can be a nightmare. Dreams can be an exciting experience. However, without the right guidance, it can be a challenge to properly perform the necessary tasks during the building process. Construction Materials and Machinery When designing your new home, there are numerous options to consider. Working independently is possible but hiring a licensed contractor can keep things running smoothly and orderly. You can buy an existing home, or you can opt for a vacant lot and build your home from scratch. Whichever approach you choose, it is beneficial to consider the long-term sustainability of your building materials. You can check the…
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26May 2021 by admin

Construction Materials, Jobs, and More

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The cost of construction materials and services accelerated again last month according to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). Some contractor’s materials are delayed. Association officials urged the Biden administration to roll back tariffs and quotas on imported construction materials that are adding to costs and availability problems.   Prices for Construction Materials Surge Prices for materials used in construction have surged in the last year. Items with especially steep price increases over the past year ranged from lumber to metals to plastics. According to Associated General Contractors of America, lumber and plywood increased 85.7 percent from April 2020 to April 2021. But according to Business Insider, lumber prices rose by more than 250% in the last year. The National Association of Homebuilders said the increases added more than…
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