Sector activity decline slows as business confidence improves

A year-long slump in construction activity has begun to slow as business confidence began to show small signs of recovery, latest figures show. The S&P Global purchasers’ managers index (PMI) registered 40.1 in for December, up from 39.4 in November, but still short of the… The post Sector activity decline slows as business confidence improves appeared first on Construction News.

Compliance or consequences: a wake-up call for construction

Everyone – from purchasers to distributors to engineers – should focus on verifying compliance before work begins, rather than assuming that someone else has ensured everything is correct. ( Hobson Engineering and Pormezz/shutterstock.com)Product compliance is the bedrock of structural integrity in construction. Australian and New Zealand standards exist to safeguard this, yet … The post Compliance or consequences: a wake-up call for construction appeared first on Inside Construction.

What Makes a Great Pre-Construction Apartment Investment? Owncondo’s Buyer Checklist

The post What Makes a Great Pre-Construction Apartment Investment? Owncondo’s Buyer Checklist appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Securing a brand-new unit before the building stage finishes can offer multiple upsides. Buyers often lock in prices at early rates, reducing overall expenditures. As construction progresses, values may climb, providing potential gains even before receiving the keys. Some developments also allow purchasers to choose preferred layouts or finishes, resulting in a place that aligns […]

How Owncondo Gives You Access to Exclusive Pre-Construction Deals

New-build condos have attracted considerable attention among buyers who are interested in property growth potential and modern amenities. Early purchasers sometimes secure units at lower prices while benefiting from property value increases during the construction phase. Another draw is the chance to customize certain features, making each space feel personal and appealing from day one. […] <p>The post How Owncondo Gives You Access to Exclusive Pre-Construction Deals first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Purchasers report that construction’s decline is starting to slow

UK construction activity declined in December for a fourth consecutive month but the rate of decline was marginally slower.

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Silver Shemmings Ash Seminars - JCT Constructing Excellence Contract: Will It Catch On? 14102020

Jon Sharp looks at the JCT Constructing Excellence Contract in detail - its use and application - and asks will it catch on?