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Implementing Lean Construction Principles

Off-Site
Lean construction has proven its effectiveness in the industry, aligning perfectly with the goal of transforming the way we build homes.

Tread Lightly with Offsite Construction

Off-Site
A growing trend across construction, offsite construction brings several sustainability advantages to urban building in particular.

Offsite Construction Works for Women

Off-Site
Construction executives everywhere are desperately scrambling to find people to do the work they’ve promised their customers.

Offsite Unlocks Green Building Opportunities

Off-Site
The environmental benefits of modular building are numerous, including reduced emissions, less construction waste and lower energy use.

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Outdoor Living

TOOLS | EQUIPMENT

One New Electric Compact Utility Loader

Tools | Equipment
There’s a new dog on the block ready to tackle much of the heavy lifting—the Toro® Company’s e-Dingo® 500 Wheeled compact utility loader.

New Kubota Tractor Focuses on Operator Comfort

Tools | Equipment
Kubota introduced deluxe cab features including climate control, a suspension seat with armrest, power steering and a more spacious cab.

Honda Expands V-twin Engine Lineup

Tools | Equipment
Honda Power Equipment recently announced new additions to its line of commercial engines for construction and lawn care companies.

BUSINESS

SALES | MARKETING

LABOR | SAFETY

LEGISLATION

Time to Review Purchase and Sale Agreements?

Legislation | Regulation
In a dynamic legal environment, proactivity is the cornerstone of protecting your business interests from assault by plaintiffs’ attorneys.

Mitigating Legal Risks in Urban Sustainable Building

Legislation | Regulation
There are a number of legal challenges that can arise for builders when using sustainable building techniques.

Spend Some Time Sharpening Your Ax

Legislation | Regulation
With the softening of the market, my hope is that builders can spend time sharpening their risk management axes.

Denver Aims to Streamline ADU Rules

Legislation | Regulation
Rule changes could make it easier for Denver homeowners to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs), possibly as early as next year.

COMMUNITY

CHARITIES | FOUNDATIONS

INDUSTRY OUTREACH

INDUSTRY NEWS

Houzz Scholarship Program Open for 2024

News
Houzz, a home remodeling and design platform, is giving out $2,500 scholarships to aspiring design and construction professionals.

Cities Enroll for Affordable Housing

News
Across Colorado, 67 cities and towns have signed up to receive access to affordable housing funds approved by voters last November.

The Aurora Highlands Wins Three Awards at Denver MAME Awards

News
The Aurora Highlands took home three awards at the Denver MAME Awards, which are hosted by the HBA of Metro Denver.

SiteOne Acquires Pioneer Landscape

News
Pioneer Landscape Centers announced in September that it has been sold to SiteOne Landscape Supply.

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Widening the Road to Green Building Careers

Business
New workforce training initiative seeks to give young people access to skills they'll need for careers in clean energy and climate resilience.

Power and Networking: The Smart Home’s Foundation

Innovation
There’s a reason tech-literate folks first ask, “Did you turn it off and back on again?” whenever there’s a problem with a smart home device.

Recession Ready

Business
It’s hard to say exactly where the economy is going, but a lot of factors seem to indicate it’s not going anywhere great.

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The Dangers of Building on Bentonite

Build
Colorado has seen significant issues with heaving soils under roads and structures, caused by the wetting of the bentonite clay soil.

Setting the Stage

Sales | Marketing
Home staging is the process of preparing a home to go on the market, and it can deliver a positive return on investment.

Building Relationships Matters to Ascent

Products
When issues arise, Ascent Builders believes good relationships with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors are worth their weight in gold.

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