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Women Needed In Construction Industry

Similar to tech, construction is a notoriously male-dominated industry. Out of more than 10 million construction workers in the U.S., around 1 million are female. Women working in construction trades average at about 3.4%, meaning there’s approximately one woman to every 20 men in construction – making it a perfect time for more women to get involved in working construction today.

Construction Spending Is On The Rise

Spring is construction season’s kick off to the industry’s busiest time of year. From March through the end of summer, licensed contractors and crews are at peak earning potential. The need for reliable, licensed contractors has never been higher in most states.

7 Ways To Make Money As An Electrician

There are many paths one can take to become a great electrician. Whether you do residential or commercial work, electricians are always in demand. If you’re a veteran in the field or thinking of starting on the path to become an electrician, here are some options to ensure you make the money you deserve.

Oregon Contractors License Guide

Work in Oregon’s construction industry? Ready to maximize your career opportunities,? If so, you’ll need an Oregon Contractor’s License. As a licensed contractor you are not just compliant with the state; you can tackle bigger and more complex projects. This increases your career opportunities and provides a more consistent income, which is particularly helpful in uncertain economies.

Florida Contractors License Guide

If you’re working in the Florida construction industry and want to maximize your career opportunities, you’ll need a Florida Contractors License. By getting licensed, you will be able to take on bigger and more complex projects. You’ll also have a greater chance for more stable and steady income.

The licensing steps for the Sunshine state are slightly different from others, which is why we’ve created this guide.

Georgia Construction Industry Analysis

Like virtually every other state, Georgia saw a slow down in the construction industry due to COVID-19 . Pre-pandemic, the state saw modest growth in the early months of 2020, only to be halted almost entirely by March. It wasn’t until after May that the industry began to see signs of slow recovery. Now, a full year after the pandemic hit, what is in store for Georgia’s construction industry?

Florida Construction Industry Analysis

Florida’s construction industry is outperforming the nation. Per reports such as Cumming Insight, Florida metro areas such as Miami are saw growth as much as 7% during the pandemic. As noted within the report, this is partly due to the state taking a different approach to the pandemic restrictions, in addition to an increase of people relocating over this past year. While the Florida construction has clearly shown significant resilience in the face of COVID-19, what does the forecast look like for the year ahead?

Oregon Construction Industry Today

Covid certainly impacted the construction industry in 2020. However, the disruptions were not spread evenly. For example, states such as Tennessee and Oregon have already shown strong signs of recovery. According to this report from Cumming Corporation, Oregon (like Nashville) even had “a slight surge in projects towards the end of the year, which has resulted in an overall construction volume figure similar to that of 2019.”

Massachusetts Construction Industry Update

While some areas of the county (like Tennessee) have maintained a steadier construction pace during this past year, Massachusetts saw a significant decrease due to Covid. The drop in demand for both commercial and residential construction was significantly lower in the state. Add in strict restrictions and shut-downs, and it makes sense why Massachusetts overall construction numbers fell. Here’s where things stand today, the outlook for 2021 and the opportunities available.

Tennessee Construction Industry Analysis

Nearly every industry has slowed over the past year as the world adjusted to a pandemic and its impacts. Of course, not every industry has been impacted in the same way. Add in regional or state-specific factors and it suddenly makes sense why construction in Tennessee is still going strong.

New Online Training For NASCLA General Building

The team of @Home Prep is excited about the official launch of the updated online course for NASCLA training, as announced here. Here’s what you can expect in our newly updated training.

Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License Requirements

The pandemic has caused challenges to our economy over the past 10 months. However, the construction industry in Massachusetts maintains a positive outlook for recovery in the months ahead. This is great news for construction employees who want to pursue a successful, solid career in the coming years. As the industry starts to rebuild, take advantage of this slower work period to invest in yourself and your career so that you can maximize your income earning potential. The easiest way to do that is by getting your Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (CSL).