Category: Construction Company

Cybersecurity: The Biggest Issue Construction Faces in 2025

Cybersecurity: The Biggest Issue Construction Faces in 2025

In an industry built on precision, coordination, and the timely exchange of information, construction professionals have traditionally focused on issues such as project management, labor shortages, and materials costs. Yet the rise of digital tools and connected technologies has introduced a new category of threats that cannot be ignored. As of 2025, cybersecurity has become the single biggest issue the construction sector faces. 

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Prepare and Protect Against Construction Site Accidents

Prepare and Protect Against Construction Site Accidents

Accidents on construction sites can be devastating—not only in terms of human suffering but also in expensive project delays, legal liability, and reputational damage. Whether a construction company is building a single-story home or a multi-million-dollar skyscraper, they bear the responsibility for ensuring worker safety and site security.

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The Benefits and Process of Commercial Solar Installation

The Benefits and Process of Commercial Solar Installation

Successful construction contractors stay on top of industry trends and are able to adapt to shifting market demands. One of today’s most significant growth opportunities lies in the rapidly expanding commercial solar sector. Venturing into solar installation work can open the door to lucrative projects, long-term client relationships, and a stronger professional reputation. Continue reading if you’re considering making the move into this sustainable and highly rewarding market.

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Top 10 Safety Innovations in Construction for 2025

Top 10 Safety Innovations in Construction for 2025

Safety is paramount in the construction industry, where heavy machinery, challenging environments, and complex workflows converge daily. As we look ahead to 2025, new technologies and methodologies are making construction work safer, smarter, and more efficient. From sensor-equipped personal protective equipment to sand batteries that store surplus energy, these innovations will dramatically reduce accidents and empower workers, reshaping construction practices for the future.

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3D Printing is the Future of Construction

3D Printing is the Future of Construction

In the ever-evolving construction landscape, few technologies hold as much potential to transform the industry as 3D printing. Once regarded as little more than a novelty, large-scale 3D printing has matured beyond its initial concept stages and is now steadily moving into mainstream building processes. Forward-looking developers and contractors are seizing this opportunity to rethink traditional project timelines, reduce materials waste, and enhance on-site safety, all while improving design flexibility and structural performance. Standing on the threshold of a new era in construction, it’s important to understand how 3D printing can help shape the future by redefining what’s possible for builders and the built environment.

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A Guide to Creating Opportunities for Gen Z in Construction

A Guide to Creating Opportunities for Gen Z in Construction

The construction industry is experiencing a shortage of skilled labor due in large part to an aging workforce and high retirement rate. At the same time, fewer young people are entering the skilled trades for a variety of reasons. The industry is in great need of an influx of younger workers to meet the current and future hiring needs of companies throughout the United States. 

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Top 7 Waste Management Strategies for Construction Sites

Top 7 Waste Management Strategies for Construction Sites

With construction activities accounting for a significant portion of global waste generation, implementing effective waste management strategies in the construction industry is essential for sustainable operations. But construction waste management is more than only an environmental consideration. It’s a critical component of project efficiency, cost control, and regulatory compliance. 

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Biobased Materials Are Changing Construction

Biobased Materials Are Changing Construction

Bio-based materials, derived from renewable biological resources, are increasingly being adopted in the construction industry as sustainable alternatives to conventional materials. The global market for bio-based construction materials has been experiencing significant growth. According to industry reports, it was valued at approximately $14.5 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $22.8 billion by 2027. While 40% of new construction projects in some European countries incorporate bio-based materials, the adoption rate has lagged behind in North America but is growing.  Surety Bond Professionals is a family-owned and operated bonding agency with over 75 years of experience. With access to a broad range of surety markets, our expert agents are ready to assist with all of your construction bond needs.   What Are Bio-based Building Materials?  Bio-based building materials are derived from biological and renewable sources—primarily plants, animals, or microorganisms. Common examples include timber, bamboo, straw, hemp, cork, mycelium (fungi), and bio-based composites. Unlike traditional building materials like concrete and steel, which are resource-intensive and have high carbon footprints, bio-based materials are often renewable, biodegradable, and can even sequester carbon during their growth phases.  What’s Driving the Use of Bio-based Materials in Construction?  Sustainability is a key driver of change in...

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Top 10 Common Mistakes When Hiring for Construction

Top 10 Common Mistakes When Hiring for Construction

Construction companies aren’t the only ones that make mistakes in hiring. Hiring missteps occur in every industry. But it can be particularly challenging to meet the varied and changing talent needs that arise in construction. Construction projects can be complex and require a range of specialized skills, and hiring mistakes can result in inefficiencies, delays, and unexpected costs. Fortunately, knowing what the potential hiring pitfalls are goes a long way toward avoiding them. See how many of these you may have encountered already. 

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