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Floating Home Design: Are the Dutch on to Something?

08/08/2022

Floating homes. Wait…aren’t they just houseboats? Actually, no. Although they share some similarities to houseboats and boats in general, floating homes are actually quite different. So what makes floating homes unique? How are floating homes built? And why are they becoming more popular? In this 5-minute read, you’ll get everything you need to know. Let’s […]

Planner 5D vs SketchUp (In-Depth Comparison)

07/18/2022

As you scour the internet for the best floor plan design software, you will more than likely see several of the same names pop up in user reviews and elsewhere: Planner 5D, SketchUp, and Cedreo. But in the Planner 5D vs SketchUp vs Cedreo fight, who wins? Which software is right for your business? Each […]

Residential Construction Drawings: How to Create Plans That Close More Deals

07/17/2022

Residential construction drawings are at the heart of any home building project. They offer the details needed to get building permits and build the home. When it comes to potential buyers, though, they can be overwhelming. Firms often offer 30 pages of architectural drawings that leave potential customers more confused than excited. Here is how […]

What As-Built Drawings Are and Why They’re Important

07/12/2022

As-built drawings are an essential part of the construction process, but because they typically come toward the end of the process, they are often an afterthought. But they shouldn’t be. In fact, contractors, home designers and architects should be thinking about as-built drawings throughout the design and construction process. That’s because what your as-built drawings […]

How to Write a Construction Company Business Plan (12 Steps)

07/11/2022

You are starting a construction business. You own a construction company. Do either of those statements sound like you? If so, you need a construction company business plan. Building a construction company is hard work, but you don’t reach success on hard work alone. You also need strategic planning, an in-depth understanding of the competition, […]