Construction & Building News

Explore the latest technology, products and services aimed at property owners and construction industry professionals. Learn about companies involved in all aspects of construction, from acquiring and processing raw materials to manufacturing building materials, construction vehicles and equipment.

Jeff Benton Homes Builds New Headquarters

Jeff Benton Homes is building a larger headquarters to accommodate the needs of its new home buyers. The builder has announced plans for a 5 million dollar office development project. Construction will start in May on a two-story, 52,000-square-foot office building. The project involves the... - May 09, 2008 - Jeff Benton Homes

Urgent News for Property Owners from Wolf Technical Services, Inc. on Earthquake Inspections

Damage from earthquakes can be found hundreds of miles from the epicenter and weeks after quake. Local expert urges property owners to inspect property for signs of damage using FEMA guidelines. - May 09, 2008 - Wolf Technical Services, Inc.

UTRS Announces Acquisition of Professional Corrosion Service, LLC

UTRS, a New Jersey based engineering and government procurement firm announces the acquisition of Professional Corrosion Service, LLC, a Philadelphia based cathodic protection engineering and transit system design firm. - May 07, 2008 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.

Universal Wrecking Completes Recycling of Shipping Containers for Scrap Metal

Universal Wrecking Corp. (UWC), a premier demolition and scrap metal contractor, recently completed the purchase and scrap metal recycling of damaged cargo containers. - May 07, 2008 - Universal Wrecking Corp

Custom Textures, Inc. Announces That It Has Launched a New Website

The new website offers customers an easier and faster way of identifying company services and of asking important questions. - May 07, 2008 - Custom Textures, Inc.

Turner Announces Closing Ceremony for Youth Force 2020 Program

Turner Construction Company of New Jersey announces the closing of their two-year community relations campaign, Youth Force 2020 at Vailsburg Middle School. - May 07, 2008 - Turner Construction Company

Royal Oaks Building Group Named Building Company of the Year

Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the company has received the 2008 Triangle Major Achievements in Marketing Excellence (MAME) Building Company of the Year Award. The MAME award, given by the Triangle Sales and Marketing Council... - May 07, 2008 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC

Construction Industry 'Lockes' in Success with Virtual Assistant

Locke Solutions is a private, independently owned Virtual Assistant business. The company was started when Mary Lou realized that her years of experience in the Construction Industry could be used to benefit estimators and sales people. - May 06, 2008 - Locke Solutions

R. Baker & Son All Industrial Services Donates to Project Hospitality

R. Baker & Son All Industrial Services (R. Baker & Son), a specialized dismantlement, decommissioning, plant relocation and demolition contractor, recently donated to Project Hospitality as part of their “Shelter From The Storm” Spring Luncheon. This annual event is a... - May 04, 2008 - R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services

Boomer Advertising Wins Five International Creative Summit Awards

Out of thousands of entries from 25 countries around the globe, Boomer Advertising has won five (5) 2008 Summit Creative Awards® - one Gold, two Silver, and two Bronze Awards. The awards recognize a variety of the marketing tools created for Boomer clients: packaging, website design, print... - May 03, 2008 - Boomer Advertising, Inc.

CedarMAX Composite Cladding Saves Energy

New siding product that provides maintenance freedom and and energy-savings guarantee on homes. - May 02, 2008 - Heartland Building Products, Inc.

Builder Homesite, Inc. Launches Condo Search Site

Platform makes it easy to search for the newest downtown digs. Builder Homesite’s (BHI) New Home Source (http://www.newhomesource.com), the leading consumer resource to new home communities throughout the U.S., has launched Urban Condo Living (http://www.urbancondoliving.com) – a comprehensive, new condo search website tailored to urban dwellers looking for their dream space in the sky. - May 01, 2008 - Builder Homesite, Inc.

Storm Smart Offers Economic Stimulus Program

In an effort to assist homeowners of Southwest Florida, Storm Smart Industries, the largest hurricane protection company in Florida, is offering an immediate rebate of 21% to all customers on their entire portfolio of hurricane protection products. - May 01, 2008 - Storm Smart

The MACK Group, LLC Celebrates 6th Year in Business

The MACK Group, LLC, a premier asbestos abatement, demolition, mold, lead, hazardous waste and flooring removal/shot-blast contractor recently celebrated their 6th year in business. - May 01, 2008 - The Mack Group, LLC

Act One's Solid-State Lighting Accents the Artistic Theme of Noho Art District in North Hollywood

The NoHo Art District in North Hollywood, California has added a solid-state lighting display to accent the artistic theme of the area. The 128-foot long, 7-foot high display nicknamed “Art Box” can be operated interactively to display lighting animations as triggered by the passing-by vehicles through the use of video monitoring cameras. Act One’s ActPixel technology is employed for this advanced LED lighting system. - April 30, 2008 - Act One

Home Plans Unveiled for Groves Park Commons Traditional Neighborhood Development

Builder Mike Stevens and partner Jon Stevens announce home plan designs for the Groves Park Commons Traditional Neighborhood Development. - April 28, 2008 - Groves Park Commons

Contractor Marketing Guide Powered by Duct Tape Marketing

16-page document will establish a basic understanding on how to apply the Duct Tape Marketing System to a contractors business. - April 27, 2008 - Business901.com

Platinum Advanced Technologies Names New Chief Operating Officer

Platinum Advanced Technologies, Inc. has named R.B. “Rob” Coats III as Chief Operating Officer. Rob came to Platinum in September of 2007 as Vice President of Marketing and Sales, and is now being promoted to COO to continue training and building an effective management team at Platinum. - April 26, 2008 - Platinum Advanced Technologies, Inc.

Greenblock Completes ICF Walls for 2008 Southern Show Home in Orlando

ICF Wall construction for the 6000 square foot Southern Show Home has been completed ahead of schedule and nearly 100% of the EPS foam construction waste has been recycled. - April 26, 2008 - Greenblock Worldwide Corporation

InvitingHome.com Introduces Free Kitchen Design Guide

Home owners in search of inspiring new kitchen design ideas will enjoy this free Kitchen Design Guide which has loads of information on kitchen styles and architectural details. - April 25, 2008 - InvitingHome.com

Local Basement Waterproofing Company Recognized for Quality Customer Service

Quality First Basement Systems recently won two Angie’s List Super Service Awards and Service Magic’s certification for customer service excellence. - April 25, 2008 - Quality 1st Basement Systems

The MACK Group, LLC Completes Large Asbestos Removal and Abatement Project in New Jersey

The MACK Group, LLC, a premier asbestos removal contractor also offering the abatement of mold, lead, biological and chemicals, recently completed a large, multi-tasked asbestos abatement project. The project was performed for a Fortune 500 company at one of their manufacturing plants in New Jersey. - April 25, 2008 - The Mack Group, LLC

LegalView Mesothelioma Blog Reports on Whistleblower Who Was Allegedly Fired for Reporting Improper Asbestos Cleanup to Authorities

LegalView recently updated its mesothelioma blog to include reports of a whistleblower being fired after he reported improper asbestos cleanup. The worker who refused to sign off on the demolition of the school was dismissed from his job duties permanently after he reported the improper procedure cleanup to officials. - April 19, 2008 - LegalView

Panther Cover the South West with New Bristol Branch

Kestrel Powered Access has become Panther Platform Rentals, continuing to specialise in local reliable access rental. - April 19, 2008 - Panther Platform Rentals

The Construction Industry Can Save £50 Million Every Year Simply by Procuring Site Accommodation That is Delivered on Time

On time delivery of site accommodation could save the construction industry £50 million every year, according to site accommodation hire company Konstructa Hire. Delays to building projects are all too common, as Konstructa Hire has discovered through reports from their clients, 50% of whom require last-minute site cabins, following problems with other suppliers. - April 19, 2008 - Konstructa

Platinum Technology™ Helps Local Resident Build It Back Stronger... Smarter... Better... in New Orleans

Platinum Advanced Technologies, Inc. provides a local hurricane victim a product for walls, ceilings and roofs that is strong, energy efficient, environmentally friendly, decay resistant and easier to use to rebuild stronger, smarter and better in New Orleans. - April 18, 2008 - Platinum Advanced Technologies, Inc.

Sarasota’s Outdoor Lighting Experts, NiteLites, to Help Sponsor the Annual “Tropical Nights” - Meals on Wheels Annual Fundraising Event

Randy and Becky White, local owners and operators of NiteLites Outdoor Lighting of Sarasota are participating in the annual fundraising event ‘Tropical Nights’ which will be held at the home of Darrell and Mary Ann Turner of Turner Tree and Landscape. The proceeds from this event will benefit the area Meals on Wheels Program. - April 17, 2008 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

Bob Moore Construction’s Longhorn Harley-Davidson Project Honored by QUOIN / AGC

Bob Moore Construction’s Longhorn Harley-Davidson construction project has received the 2008 Merit Award from QUOIN / AGC. Completed in 2007, the Longhorn Harley-Davidson Dealership is a 38,000 SF building located in Grand Prairie, Texas. This award makes 2008 the fourth consecutive year Bob Moore Construction has received formal recognition from QUOIN. - April 17, 2008 - Bob Moore Construction

The MACK Group, LLC Completes Commercial Asbestos Removal Project at Mall in NJ

The MACK Group, LLC, a premier asbestos abatement and flooring removal contractor, recently completed a commercial asbestos abatement project that consisted of the removal of asbestos floor tile and mastic. The project was performed at a Mall in New Jersey. - April 17, 2008 - The Mack Group, LLC

Bob Moore Construction Completes First Garland Business Center Warehouse Phase II

Bob Moore Construction was the design / build contractor for the First Garland Business Center Warehouse Phase II in Garland, Texas. Completed in March 2008, the new building provides 435,180 SF of new speculative warehouse space and brings the total space for this business complex to 944,000 SF. Bob Moore Construction also built the 509,000SF Phase I of the First Garland Business Center in 2001. - April 14, 2008 - Bob Moore Construction

Maxus Powers Pressure Washer Line with New Engines, Pumps

Maxus puts more power into its contractor pressure washer line by adding Honda engines and CAT pumps – all to improve efficiency, longevity and reliability. “We’ve incorporated contractor feedback into our designs and the result is better products,” said Mike Houge, Vice... - April 13, 2008 - MAXUS Tools

Avoid Remodeling Fraud During a Soft Economy

Soft Economy and Warm Weather Can Bring Out the Con Artists. Tips for Homeowners to Avoid Home Improvement Scams. - April 11, 2008 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry

GO Technology Management Implements Cbeyond Wireless Cards for Reliant Commercial Construction

Reliant Commercial Construction recently implemented both Novatel wireless cards from Cbeyond and Vostro laptops from Dell for its technicians to use in the field. Using the X720 Express Card Modem, the latest addition of Cbeyond's mobile offerings, the technicians connect at speeds of up to 3.1 Mbps, throughout Cbeyond’s 3G cellular network. GO configured both hardware and software to provide technicians with e-mail and access to web-based proprietary application software. - April 11, 2008 - GO Technology Management

RedlineOps.com Now Offers Financing Through Lincoln Electric Capitol

Lincoln Electric has given RedlineOps.com the green light to allow financing and leasing on orders over $1000.00 on all Lincoln Electric welders and Lincoln Electric welding accessories. - April 10, 2008 - Redline Ops LLC

All Pro Trailer Superstore Named CAM Superline's Top Trailer Dealer in the Country for 2007

All Pro West Truck & Trailer, just outside of Harrisburg Pennsylvania has been recognized by CAM Superline, Incorporated as its number one Trailer Dealer in the Nation for 2007. - April 09, 2008 - All Pro Trailer Superstore

ASI Contracting’s Nussbeck Completes Minnesota Construction Continuing Education

Pat Nussbeck, vice president with ASI Contracting Inc./Aspen Contracting Inc., recently completed the annual continuing education certification required by the Construction Codes and Licensing Division of the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry. Robbinsdale, Minn.-based ASI Contracting... - April 09, 2008 - Aspen Contracting, Inc.

Universal Wrecking Corp. Celebrates 10th Year in Business

Universal Wrecking Corp. (UWC), a premier demolition contractor that operates on a nationwide basis, recently celebrated their 10th year in business. - April 08, 2008 - Universal Wrecking Corp

Anderson Construction Company Retirement Auction

Anderson Construction Company, Inc. of Mapleton, IA closes its business and sells 40 major pieces of heavy construction equipment at auction on April 24, 2008. Stock Auction Company will be conducting the auction. - April 07, 2008 - Stock Realty and Auction Co.

DBI-SALA Introduces Their New Live Line Fall Protection Range

The range offers complete fall protection and resistance to electrical conductivity for high and low voltage live line work. - April 06, 2008 - Capital Safety Australia

Custom Order Online Introduces Fakro Skylights and Roof Windows to Its Extensive Line of Products

Custom Order Online, Inc. (www.customorderonline.com) is leading the industry in distributing custom-made windows and doors offering products to every state in the U.S proudly extends its product line by adding Skylights products by Fakro Skylights and Roof Windows. - April 06, 2008 - Custom Order Online, Inc.

PinnacleOne Names Steve Playford Associate Vice President of Arizona Infrastructure Services

National construction consulting firm PinnacleOne recently announced the promotion of Steve Playford to the position of Associate Vice President of Infrastructure Services for Arizona. - April 05, 2008 - PinnacleOne, an ARCADIS company

NPSA Launches Portable Storage Industry Survey

Industry-wide survey seeks to determine size and strength of portable storage industry. - April 05, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association

ContractWars Offers Free Trial of Contractor Leads

ContractWars is now offering a free 15 day trial of their service to home improvement contractors looking for leads. - April 04, 2008 - ContractWars, Inc.

Conley Motorsports Welcomes American Metal Supply as Major Sponsor

The Conley Motorsports, Inc. teams would like to welcome the American Metal Supply Company on board as a major supporter of Delmas, Rod, and R.J. Conley for the upcoming 2008 racing season. - April 04, 2008 - American Metal Supply Co

Things are Looking Up: Ceiling Domes Define Home Decor Renaissance

Ceiling design was once an important facet of home decorating but over the years has fallen by the wayside due to changing tastes and high costs. New production methods have resulted in a recent ceiling decor renaissance and a wealth of new options for designers and home owners. - April 03, 2008 - InvitingHome.com

MAIL BOSS Introduces Wall Mount Security Locking Mailboxes for Mail & Identity Theft Prevention

The Wall Mount Locking Security MAIL BOSS offers home owners a truly “secure” solution to mail and identity theft prevention. High resolution product images and press materials are available for use at http://www.themailboss.com/Press_Release_Materials-Mar08/. There you can also find two short .wmv video files that reveal the gross inadequacy of so called “secure” mailboxes on the market. - April 03, 2008 - Epoch Design, LLC

Proposed Medical Clinic on the North Shore of Lake Travis

Waterscape Villas, located on the north shore of Lake Travis, is in discussions with St. David’s Round Rock Hospital for a 10,000 square foot medical clinic to be located within the community. The clinic would service the community, the Jonestown and Lago Vista areas, as well as the immediate medical needs of Lake Travis boaters and pedestrians. Proposed services include internal medicine, family practice, and plastic surgery. - April 03, 2008 - Waterscape Villas