Comparing Orkin vs. Terminix: An In-Depth Review
Whether you are dealing with a current termite infestation or are simply looking to take preventative measures, finding a reliable termite control company to work with (like Terminix or Orkin) is critical. The EPA estimates that termites cause billions of dollars in property damage every year. Additionally, most homeowners insurance policies don’t cover termite damage, ...
Best Commercial Auto Insurance Companies for 2020
If you frequently use your personal vehicle for business, or your business owns a vehicle, there is a good chance you should have commercial auto insurance. Because personal car insurance will not cover vehicles used for business, people across all industries—from construction to pizza delivery—make use of commercial auto insurance to protect themselves, their vehicles, ...
The Best Home Equity Line of Credit Lenders & Rates
Home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) are a great way for homeowners to use the equity they’ve built in their home to fund home construction projects, finance major purchases, or consolidate debt. If you want to borrow money against your home, choosing the right lender is essential. Getting a line of credit from a reputable lender ...
A New Home for $70k? The American Dream Gets a Remodel
Owning a home has long been considered an essential part of achieving the American dream. But with skyrocketing housing costs and stiffer borrowing requirements following the Great Recession, many have struggled to make that dream their own reality. In the midst of America’s ever-present housing crisis, a once-familiar, low-cost alternative to traditional site-built homes has ...
RFI – Request for Information
What is an RFI? In construction, RFI is an abbreviation for Request for Information. It refers to a solicitation of details or additional information about an aspect of the project that needs clarification. RFIs may be sent to, or from, anyone involved in the construction project, including the owner, construction manager, general contractor, architect, designer, ...
The Best Paying Cities for Construction Workers
The construction industry is one of the largest in the United States and, according to the Census Bureau, is currently responsible for more than $1.3 trillion in annual spending. That number is up from a modern low of $788 billion in 2011 following the Great Recession. Since then, nearly a decade of broad economic growth ...
Construction Spending in the United States
Total Construction Spending The construction industry is one of the largest industries in the United States, responsible for more that $1 trillion in annual spending. Since 2011, total construction spending has grown by 7.9 percent annually and is expected to maintain a similar compounded annual growth rate to reach $1.78 trillion by 2022. For context, ...