The construction industry in the United States has been navigating a complex economic landscape, with spending patterns shifting across residential, nonresidential, and public sectors. According to a September 2019 report from Wells Fargo Securities and data from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), total construction spending rose 0.5% for the month. This modest but meaningful […]
The advent of 3D grade control technology has changed how contractors approach site preparation, replacing manual staking and repeated survey checks with real-time machine guidance that delivers both speed and precision. On commercial developments with tight deadlines and demanding elevation tolerances, GPS-guided earthmoving has become an essential tool. One notable example is the Dilawri Auto
Building Information Modeling has reshaped how construction projects are planned, coordinated, and delivered. For general contractors who have yet to adopt BIM, the process can feel overwhelming. Software choices, training costs, and the challenge of changing established workflows create hesitation. Yet the firms that invest in BIM adoption early position themselves ahead of the curve.
Choosing the right software for a construction business does not always mean investing in expensive enterprise platforms. Some of the most practical and effective tools on the market are surprisingly affordable, and contractors who use them every day have plenty to say about what works. At the Associated General Contractors’ IT Forum, industry professionals shared
In the equipment rental industry, viewing every competing company as an adversary is deeply ingrained. Yet rental business owners who cultivate cooperative relationships with competitors often discover advantages that outweigh the risks. This article, inspired by decades of insight from Dick Detmer of Detmer Consulting Inc., explores practical strategies for building these relationships. For a
Most rental business owners invest significant time and resources into preventive maintenance programs for their equipment fleets. Yet many overlook an equally important area: the preventive maintenance of their procedural systems, operational workflows, and staff. The concept of Construction Equipment Maintenance Programs a Complete Guide to provides an excellent framework for equipment care, but the
Running a successful rental equipment business requires more than just purchasing popular machinery and waiting for customers to call. The most profitable rental operations are those that regularly evaluate their inventory mix and make data-driven decisions about what to carry, what to phase out, and what new categories to explore. This article, inspired by the
The equipment rental industry has long demonstrated remarkable resilience, weathering economic cycles and market disruptions with steadfast determination. As the industry emerges from the challenges of 2020, rental business owners and operators face a landscape filled with both uncertainty and opportunity. Understanding how to position a rental operation for sustained growth requires a combination of
The equipment rental industry is standing at the threshold of a significant upswing. As economic activity accelerates and construction projects that were delayed during recent downturns begin to move forward, rental companies face a surge in demand that could reshape their businesses. Understanding how to prepare for this moment is not just about adding inventory.
Understanding construction cost trends is essential for builders, project managers, and estimators who need to keep projects on budget and competitive. The latest data from Gordian’s RSMeans database for Q1 2025 offers valuable insights into where costs are headed across labor, materials, and equipment. While prices continue to rise, the rate of increase has slowed
