“Know what’s below” before you dig – Miss Utility
Plan on doing some excavating or demolition? Maybe you want to build a deck, plant a garden, or install a new mailbox. Before doing any of this type of work, […]
What is construction pre-planning
Working in a proactive manner is one of the most important and efficient ways to complete a new job. Creating a pre-formulated strategy enables all team members to stay a […]
Outdoor lighting suggestions
Outdoor lighting on your home can serve two purposes – improving safety and enhancing curb appeal. Your house is literally in the dark for about half of the day, so […]
What is design-build?
Design-build is a rapidly growing project delivery system that differs from the typical design-bid-build concept in a number of ways. While the model has been around for quite a while, […]
Finding a qualified, quality contractor
Let’s face it, not all projects are do-it-yourself. Even the seemingly easy ones can turn into a disaster with one small mistake. So finding a quality contractor to complete the […]
Electrical Safety Month #4 – Temporary Power
For the final week of Electrical Safety Month, Safety Director Mike Anderson and Foreman Rob Basara discuss temporary power safety on a job site. https://youtu.be/IQS0ROFGA1Q
Electrical Safety Month #3 – Ladder Safety
For week 3 of Electrical Safety Month, Service Mechanic Scott Estep discusses ladder safety.
Electrical Safety Month #1 – Nickle Safety Committee
For Week #1 of Electrical Safety Month, we sat down with two members of the Nickle Electrical Safety Committee. They discussed the group’s goals, programs, and more.
Types of building construction
Construction comes in all different shapes and sizes. Literally. Sometimes those shapes and sizes are determined by the type of construction taking place. Each endeavor can be classified into a […]
Popular construction apps
According to the Pew Research Center, 58 percent of American adults owned a smartphone or tablet in 2014 and spent an average of two hours and 42 minutes on them […]
