Tag: Builders
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Bridging the gap between builders and educators
Claire Foreman signs the steel post in the new GMIoT building (image: University of Salford/GMIoT) The Greater Manchester Institute of Technology works with contractors to design qualifications to meet the sector’s needs. CM People speaks to some of the key players to hear how its apprenticeships are setting up the future workforce. As part of…
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Insight Risk Offers GC Program to Cut Builder’s Risk Deductibles
Insight Risk Technologies, a leading provider of builder’s risk insurance solutions, has launched Deductible Assurance, a breakthrough program that uses advanced water damage prevention technology to enable general contractors to dramatically reduce water damage deductibles on their builder’s risk insurance policies. General contractors accepted into the new Deductible Assurance program can choose from three carefully selected technology water…
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The top 10 home builders of 2025
Every May, Builder magazine releases its ranking of the top 200 single-family home builders in the U.S. based on closings of homes built for sale and for rent. This year, most of the top 10 home builders have retained their positions on the Builder 100 or remained close. However, Salt Lake City, Utah-based SH Residential…
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3 in 5 road builders experienced a work zone crash in last year
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. About three in five contractors have experienced at least one vehicle crash in a roadway workzone in the last year. Nearly a third have counted five or more crashes. That’s according to a survey of members of…
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Mandatory licensing of domestic builders gets step closer
FMB CEO, Brian Berry, said: “For over a decade, the FMB has campaigned for a mandatory licensing system of building companies because we have seen first-hand the devastating impact rogue builders can have on innocent homeowners. Too many families have suffered financial loss, emotional distress, and even unsafe living conditions at the hands of unqualified…
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DEVELON Introduces Next-Gen Log Loaders and Road Builders
DEVELON has released it next-generation -7 Series log loaders and road builders. The initial -7 Series launch includes the DEVELON DX225LL-7 log loader and DX225RB-7 road builder, with more log loaders and road builders to be announced in the upcoming months. The new lineup features enhanced safety features, heavy-duty components and easy serviceability to help…
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Public builders flag initial tariff impacts
In the first earnings season for public construction companies since President Donald Trump announced blanket tariffs for most countries on April 2, C-suite executives mostly downplayed the impacts of that policy shift. Leaders at Irving, Texas-based Fluor, for instance, told investors that most of their customers were forging ahead with plans in spite of broader uncertainty.…
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‘I finally sleep through the night’: Paralysed man wins back dignity thanks to volunteer builders
A paralysed man from Surrey who spent three years sleeping in his dining room has described how a team of volunteer builders gave him his best night’s sleep in years – by building a home extension for free. Paul Kitterman, from Addlestone, was left paralysed from the waist down in 2021 following a sudden spinal…
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Arizona Builders Alliance Picks Jacob’s Hope for Project
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Arizona Builders Alliance (ABA), the state’s leading construction industry association, announces Jacob’s Hope as the recipient of its annual Community Service Project. The ABA will provide free construction and renovation services to support the nonprofit’s mission. Jacob’s Hope, a Mesa-based nonprofit, is a specialty care nursery providing 24-hour medical care to substance-exposed newborns and prenatal support to expectant…
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Timeline Expectations: Working with Lake Oswego Custom Home Builders
Building your dream home is one of life’s most exciting journeys. As you embark on this adventure in the beautiful Lake Oswego area, understanding the timeline of your custom home project is crucial for peace of mind. Custom home builders Portland professionals know that clear expectations lead to smoother experiences. This comprehensive guide will walk…