Expert Columns: Page 22

How Potential Tax Changes May Impact Your Construction Biz

GB Financial Services, LLC

Pending tax changes may put cash in your pocket.

Pending tax changes that will become law for 2023 and 2024 may give many contractors the opportunity to amend their 2023 tax returns and receive additional benefits that could reduce 2024 estimated tax payments.

How Technology Can Change The Future of Skilled Trades

Those who embrace technology will gain a competitive advantage, allowing for data-driven decision making, enhanced productivity, more efficient workflows and better customer relationships.

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The Heat is On: Hot Tips for Successful Hot Weather Concreting

Master Builders Solutions Admixtures US, LLC

How to effectively use concrete admixtures to increase the quality of concrete during the summer months.

Tips on Using Admixtures in Concrete for Hot Weather

How to Install Vapor Retarders

KB Engineering LLC

Proper design, selection and installation of below-grade vapor retarders are keys to a successful concrete floor.

Think of a vapor retarder as though it were an imaginary 'bathtub' that should hold water if filled. Repair any tears and tape up areas around conduits and pipes.

Personal Vehicle Programs Shuttle Workers to Remote Sites

One solution to address the challenge of mobilizing skilled workers to remote jobsites is the implementation of vehicle reimbursement programs.

The need to transport skilled workers to remote locations not only incurs additional costs but also poses logistical challenges for contractors.

The Cost of Quality in Construction

Pinnacle Development Group,Inc

The cost of quality is zeroed out when we do things right the first time.

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The 4 Cs of Successful Construction Projects

The 4Cs are a roadmap for how to approach communal work, while IT and project information management are the avenues by which this work is coordinated.

For general contractors especially, the foreseeable future will focus on the digitization of processes and workflows, which will propel firms to increase their use of collaboration and management software.

Hidden Costs of Worksite Parking

Re-evaluating crew transportation logistics through the lens of shuttle services is not just an operational decision, it's a strategic investment in the future of construction project management.

Charter Up Construction

How Relationships with Equipment Suppliers & Rental Customers Are Similar

Detmer Consulting Inc.

There are a lot of parallels between the people selling equipment to rental companies and those who are destined to rent it out later.

Rental Company Relationships with Suppliers and Rental Customers

Buying Used Concrete Equipment? Beware of Hidden Liens

There's an uncommon-but-real issue that could crop up when buying any type of used equipment, and that’s buying equipment that unknowingly has a lien on it.

Reputable sellers, UCC searches, and ensuring all paperwork is accounted for are all good practices to follow.

Navigating Construction Equipment Rental Costs

A balanced focus on price, duration, and quality -- supported by strong supplier relationships -- is key to achieving efficient and cost-effective equipment rental management.

While managing rental costs is crucial, contractors must also consider the quality of the equipment. Downtime due to equipment failure can be costly, impacting project timelines and overall efficiency.

Rental Business Software: Do’s, Don’ts, and Other Considerations

Detmer Consulting Inc.

Many equipment rental business owners are working far too hard for the amount left over after expenses. A more robust software system can help your company keep more of what you’ve earned.

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