Tag: States
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Best Guide to Bathroom Remodeling Costs in the United States
Full-service, design-build firms For those seeking a seamless and efficient construction experience, the option of a full-service design-build firm presents itself as an attractive solution. These firms, combining professional design and construction expertise under one roof, offer a streamlined process from conception to completion. In states like Colorado, where sustainable building practices are prioritized, design-build…
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How to Navigate Kitchen Remodeling Costs in the United States
Based on national averages, for a typical, medium-sized space (120 sqft), a full, rip-and-replace kitchen remodel will range from $25,000 to $100,000 and up, depending on finishes. This estimate includes all materials, labor, overhead, and a standard general contractor margin. A major gut kitchen remodel would add an additional 15-25% to the total cost of…
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U.S. Department of Labor Awards $86 Million to Expand Workforce Training in 14 States
The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded more than $86 million in Industry-Driven Skills Training Fund grants to 14 states to support workforce development and strengthen domestic manufacturing and shipbuilding. Administered by the department’s Employment and Training Administration, the grants will provide outcome-based reimbursements to employers that offer training for new and existing workers in…
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DOE cancels $7.56B in energy projects, largely in blue states
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: The Department of Energy terminated 321 financial awards worth about $7.56 billion after a review determined the projects failed to meet economic or national energy standards, according to an Oct. 2 release. The DOE said…
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DOE cancels $7.6B in clean energy awards in states that voted against Trump
The U.S. Department of Energy on Thursday announced it has terminated $7.56 billion in financial awards to 223 clean energy projects — all in states that voted for former Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. “Following a thorough, individualized financial review, DOE determined that these projects did not adequately advance the nation’s energy…
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Best, worst states for construction permit red tape
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Tennessee ranks first for construction permitting efficiency in the United States, according to the Red Tape Index from regulatory intelligence firm Labrynth. The measure tracks how quickly and effectively states process building permits and zoning…
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Can cities and states keep their roads in good shape?
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: A majority of states anticipate a funding shortfall over the next 10 years that could prevent them from properly maintaining their roads and bridges, according to an analysis by The Pew Charitable Trusts published July…
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Top states for commercial construction spending
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Texas leads the nation in commercial construction spending at nearly $90 billion annually, more than double any other state, while Arizona ranks No. 1 in per-capita spending, according to a report from Twisted Nail, a…
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IRA tax credits spur construction, manufacturing in red and blue states
Emmanuel Martin-Lauzer is director of business development and public affairs at Nexans. The jury is still out on whether the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has helped contain or reduce inflation. Nevertheless, certain provisions have delivered tangible benefits that deserve closer examination before any potential repeal. While some provisions may not have broad appeal, one success…
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Construction Job Openings Fall as Industry Faces Uncertainty, But Unemployment Stays Low in Most States
The U.S. construction industry saw a drop in job openings in March 2025, according to new data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and analyzed by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). At the same time, construction unemployment remained relatively low across most of the country, with only four states reporting rates above 10%. Job…