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Featured

How Earthquake-Proof Buildings Are Designed

Earthquakes cause billions in damages and thousands of deaths a year. Here are the materials and technology used to design earthquake-proof buildings.

May 4, 2022

Dumpster • Equipment

How Much Does it Cost to Rent a Dumpster?

October 12, 2021

Construction • How To

How to Understand Floor Plan Symbols

February 10, 2021

Equipment • Porta-Potty

How Much Does it Cost to Rent a Porta-Potty?

July 21, 2020

Construction Videos

Video: Six Figures, No Suits Episode 3 – Shoring – Mirvish Village

September 24, 2021

Video: Six Figures, No Suits Episode 2 – Dam Micropiles

September 24, 2021

Video: Six Figures, No Suits Episode 1 – Drilled Shafts

September 24, 2021

Construction

What Is Grading in Construction? Types of Land Grading and How To Make a Grading Plan

Learn what grading is, the six main types, and how to read and create a grading plan.

October 20, 2022

4-Step Guide to Backfilling Trenches and Foundations

October 4, 2022

85 Common Construction Terms Defined

September 29, 2022

What Is Dewatering? 4 Methods for Your Construction Site

September 26, 2022

What is Asphalt Milling and When Should You Use It?

September 14, 2022

Asphalt Resurfacing in 7 Easy Steps

5 Building Construction Types: Fire Resistance Ratings

What Is Trenching?

The Construction Risk Management Guide

How Earthquake-Proof Buildings Are Designed

Equipment

Types of Demolition Machinery for Your Next Job

Demolition projects include everything from hauling debris to breaking up asphalt. This guide helps understand what demolition machinery you’ll need.

October 27, 2022

9 Types of Tractors and Their Uses In Different Industries

October 27, 2022

How to Determine the Load Center on a Forklift

October 25, 2022

Bulldozer vs. Wheel Loader: What Are the Differences?

October 11, 2022

What Are Pneumatic Tires And How Are They Used?

October 11, 2022

Types of Earthmoving Equipment for Your Job

Backhoe vs. Mini Excavator: Which Is Best for Your Project?

Backhoe vs. Excavator: Which Machine Is Best for Your Project?

How Much Does A Scissor Lift Weigh?

The Best Equipment for Grading

Explore Equipment Topics

Equipment Rental Guides

Download any of our free rental guides and learn how to pick the right equipment to fit your project needs.

Safety

The 15 Forklift Safety Tips To Avoid Injuries

October 4, 2022

The Forklift Stability Triangle’s Importance

August 16, 2022

6 Important Forklift Safety Hazards

July 25, 2022

Technology

The 10 Best Work Lights for Every Use

August 29, 2022

How Construction Exoskeletons Work: An Animated Guide

April 1, 2022

6 Useful Applications for Augmented Reality in Construction

March 9, 2022

Business

66 Must-Know Construction Statistics

We’ve compiled 60 construction statistics that illustrate the state of the construction industry and give you a picture of the direction in which it is heading.

November 2, 2022

Free Construction Estimate Templates and How They Work

Download our construction estimate template to help create the most accurate estimate for your project.

April 1, 2022

Free Construction Estimate Templates and How They Work

Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) Guide for Contractors

Our guide to veteran-owned small businesses (VOSB) and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) has all the info you need to get started.

March 29, 2022

Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) Guide for Contractors

Skilled Trades Jobs

How to Become a Heavy Equipment Operator

October 10, 2022

What is Construction Management?

December 2, 2021

What Is a Construction Foreman?

October 18, 2021

Weather

How to Prepare Your Diesel for Winter

In this article, we’ll go over what issues diesel vehicles face in the cold winter months and how to prepare your diesel vehicle for the cold temperatures.

October 28, 2022

How Climate Change Is Affecting Construction Jobs

Find out how combating climate change is affecting the construction job outlook.

November 25, 2019

The Science of Hurricane-Proof Buildings

Hurricanes cause immense destruction to our communities. We cover the science and technology of hurricane-proof buildings and how structures are built to resist winds, floods, and debris.

August 12, 2019

How To

How to Build a Tiny House: 11-Step Guide

November 21, 2022

How to Cut Concrete: 6 Ways For Any Skill Level

October 28, 2022

4-Step Guide to Backfilling Trenches and Foundations

October 4, 2022

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