July 14, 2021 5:32 pm
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Whether you yourself are a senior making plans for your future residence or you’re making them on behalf of a loved one, it can be a complex process with many different options. While some seniors choose to enter an assisted living facility or other senior living environment, many are choosing to stay right at home. The process of aging in place consists of consulting with certified aging in place specialists to remodel your current home to ensure your safety and comfort as you grow older. If you or your loved one are interested in living at home independently as long...
July 7, 2021 5:19 pm
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Virtually every economic sector is still feeling the effects of the global pandemic—in many industries, the aftershocks of the challenging year are expected to continue for years to come. The construction industry in particular continues to experience volatility, especially when it comes to cost. Construction material prices are rising steeply due to a whole host of reasons, including staffing difficulties, supply chain issues and unexpected demand. Here’s a brief overview of the current situation. Skyrocketing costs are not short-term problems Current conditions in the industry have surprised both contractors and their clients alike. While it may seem natural to assume...
July 1, 2021 4:30 pm
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The housing industry may be constantly evolving, but certain traditional practices haven’t always kept up with the times. What used to be a reliable rule of thumb may have become antiquated in the current landscape. Read on to learn more about one such example, with regards to the three-bid rule for home building in central Pennsylvania. What is the three-bid rule? There has been a long-held belief that collecting three separate bids from three separate contractors should be pursued in the process of choosing a home builder. At first glance, this method may seem to be beneficial for the prospective...
June 16, 2021 4:29 pm
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The process of building a custom home may involve many terms and concepts that are unfamiliar to you. One possible example is a pre-construction service agreement. If you’ve never heard of this type of agreement before, read on to learn what a pre-construction service agreement is before starting your project in central Pennsylvania. Components of a pre-construction service agreement A pre-construction service agreement is a detailed document that outlines an achievable plan for a new construction project. It typically includes architectural plans, structural plans, drawings, specifications and allowances that fit within a predetermined budget. It may also include geotechnical survey...
May 5, 2021 10:42 pm
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Sustainability continues to be a major focus of just about every new construction project in both the residential and commercial sectors in Pennsylvania. Here are a few examples of some specific innovations with green living to be aware of. Buildings designed to produce net zero energy A net zero energy building is one that creates as much power as it uses. This is becoming an increasingly popular goal for construction companies, particularly in urban areas where there’s a lot of energy consumption happening already. Initiatives that can be used to create a net zero energy building include solar power features,...
April 27, 2021 10:42 pm
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With the economy poised to make a big comeback in 2021 as businesses around the world reopen and the COVID-19 pandemic begins to fade away, many types of businesses are carefully analyzing market trends and what they can expect their field to look like for the rest of the year and beyond. The construction field in Pennsylvania is no exception—there are expected to be some major trends in the world of construction this year that are influenced in large part by the financial circumstances of the last year, but also just due to the changing nature of construction work in...
March 15, 2021 7:15 pm
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As a business owner, you’ve undoubtedly heard of ADA requirements for public buildings. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides that certain buildings must have certain accessibility features, so people with disabilities can safely navigate them. ADA compliance in Pennsylvania is important not only to ensure that your patrons can use your building or access your services, but also so that you don’t rack up tens (or hundreds) of thousands of dollars in fines. Read on for an overview of when your building must follow ADA compliance guidelines. Which buildings must be ADA compliant? If you own a business or...
March 9, 2021 10:26 pm
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When you think of a commercial construction crew, do you picture a company that simply builds a structure from the ground up? Let’s hope not! Commercial construction services in Pennsylvania provide much more than the manpower and machinery to construct a commercial building. This post will cover all of the services we offer at WSL Incorporated to clear up any misconceptions about what we do: Bid packet preparation: Unless you already have a builder in mind, it’s recommended that you get estimates from a few different companies in your area. Each commercial builder will start by providing a quote for...
