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Michael Race replied to the thread LEED Certification: Is It Still Relevant?.Totally agree about LEED still carries serious weight, especially when you're going after big commercial or public projects. Clients... -
Michael Race replied to the thread How Do You Keep Your Job Site Organized and Efficient?.Totally agree about clear labels and a solid task board go a long way! We also use Procore to track tasks, deliveries, and RFIs in real...
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Michael Race replied to the thread What is the future of Autonomous Construction Equipment: Trends & Innovations?.Absolutely, Victor it’s exciting stuff! The way autonomous tech is evolving, it feels like we’re on the verge of a major shift in how...
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Michael Race replied to the thread Prefab vs. Traditional Construction: Cost Comparison?.Yeah, I’ve noticed the same. Prefab can really speed things up and help avoid some of the usual headaches with scheduling and weather...
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Michael Race replied to the thread What are the Pros and Cons of Open Floor Plans in New Builds?.Totally agree with the points here! Open floor plans look amazing and feel super spacious, but you definitely trade off a bit of privacy...
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Michael Race posted the thread Can Construction Tech Help Reduce Equipment Downtime and Job Delays? in Equipment Technology.Hi all, Has anyone here seen a real difference in downtime or delays after adopting new construction tech? I’m curious if tools like...
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Michael Race replied to the thread Do You Really Need a Backup Generator for Home Projects?.Good question! I think it really depends on the scale of the project. For smaller tasks, a portable generator can do the job, but for...
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Michael Race posted the thread What are common warning signs that your equipment needs immediate service? in Maintenance & Troubleshooting.Hey everyone, I’ve been wondering- what are some of the common warning signs you look out for that mean a piece of heavy equipment...
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Michael Race replied to the thread Tariff proposals effecting your buy/sell plans? (Ope, nevermind?).Totally—tariff talk can get wild, but historically, equipment prices don’t swing overnight unless something big hits. Back in 2018...
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Michael Race replied to the thread How to Negotiate the Best Price for Construction Materials?.Absolutely, one of the best ways to cut material costs is by locking in pricing through early bids or multi-project agreements. Building...
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Michael Race replied to the thread How to Break into the Construction Industry with No Experience ?.Jumping in here, if you’ve got no experience, your best bet is to start as a laborer or helper on a crew. Pair that with an OSHA 10...
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Michael Race replied to the thread How Often Should You Service a Generator for Peak Performance?.Totally agree!100 hours is a solid baseline, but I also keep an eye on run time and load conditions. If it's running in dusty or hot...
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Michael Race replied to the thread How Do Scrapers Work in Construction?.Hey! New here and also curious about scrapers. I know they’re great for moving a ton of dirt quickly, but I’ve always wondered how they...
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Michael Race replied to the thread Which Backhoes Have a PTO?.Hey everyone! New here, but I’ve been wondering about this too. I’ve seen some Kubota models with PTOs, but they seem more common on...