The city of Maryville is poised to implement a series of new building codes that have ignited a heated debate among city officials, contractors, and residents. These revisions, which aim to update the codes that were last revised in 2005 and 2006, are designed to reflect the latest advancements in
Vietnamese construction firms have faced significant challenges in recent years, with around 70% of contractors either reducing operations or downsizing their workforce since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2019. This has been compounded by rising material costs, economic constraints, and a
In the dynamic world of construction, a recent report from the Associated General Contractors of America uncovers an intriguing trend: from October 2023 to October 2024, construction employment flourished in 238 out of 358 metro areas, translating to a 66 percent rise in jobs. This increase is
Urban living often means contending with limited square footage, but top builders and contractors have proven that small spaces can be transformed into functional, aesthetically pleasing homes. With city dwellers frequently battling space constraints, the ingenuity and expertise of these
In the early hours of September 27, Hendersonville residents Valerie and Jerry Godown were jolted awake by a loud crash. Two massive locust trees had fallen onto their home, causing significant damage to the attic. This marked the beginning of a prolonged ordeal for the couple, exacerbated by
For the nonresidential construction sector, October 2024 marked a challenging period defined by a downward turn in spending, influenced by unexpected natural disasters. The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) conducted an analysis of recent U.S. Census Bureau data, revealing that
