Insights

Stay ahead of the curve with perspectives on market trends, regulatory changes, emerging technologies, and best practices shaping the construction industry. These posts offer strategic insight for owners, developers, and professionals navigating a rapidly evolving built environment.

What if Construction in Commercial buildings could better assist with lower carbon emissions pledge?

As commercial contractors committed to leave the world a bit greener to our children, we are always wondering how construction, material...

Nov 3, 202113 min read

Growing a zero-emissions transportation network – a good example in Cincinnati

Pull up to an electric vehicle charging station in Cincinnati, and that station may have been delivered by the city’s first 100 percent...

Oct 21, 20214 min read

Contractors react to federal vaccine mandates

Construction professionals are questioning elements of President Joe Biden\’s new vaccine requirements. Source: Construction Dive,...

Oct 7, 20215 min read

Panel: The New Infrastructure Bill – What\’s in it for you?

Our very own Founder was asked to participate in a Panel conversation about the (potentially!) upcoming Infrastructure Bill. Homesteady...

Aug 3, 20211 min read

Tokyo 2020: an engineering view of the Olympics

When you watch the Tokyo Games, it\’s easy to see why the Olympic motto is \”Citius, Altius, Fortius,\” (or \”faster, higher, stronger\”...

Aug 1, 20215 min read

GM, Ford are all-in on EVs. Here’s how their dealers feel about it

(Note from the team: OK Fabien. Time to upgrade your F150!! 😉) Source: CNBC. KEY POINTS General Motors is aiming to produce only EVs by...

Jul 5, 20217 min read

Warehouse Rents Surge on Bidding Wars for Scarce Space (WSJ article)

Another great read from WSJ.com – By Jennifer Smith Competition for warehouse space is driving up industrial rents as retailers and...

Jun 23, 20212 min read

Volkswagen reportedly adopting \’Voltswagen\’ name scheme for EVs

So here\’s a very funny joke from VW. They claimed a corporate name change to Voltswagen to show their commitment to Electric Vehicles...

Mar 29, 20212 min read

2021 and beyond: Top predictions for smart building technology by a smart building provider.

Very thoughtful article by Laurent Bataille from Schneider Electric . Reposting as everybody should read this: smart buildings...

Mar 18, 20214 min read

JD Power Study: Electric Vehicle Owners Prefer Dedicated Home Charging Stations

Summarizing the newest study by JD Power (U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Home Charging Study), Forbes published this excellent...

Feb 10, 20213 min read

Building a Safer Industry

How safety helps overcome challenges and improve every project. McCarthy published a good Op Ed on our industry\’s safety and practices....

Sep 19, 20204 min read

USC launches master’s program in Advanced Design and Construction Technology

Great initiative towards education, empowerment and adoption of technology in our industry. Can\’t wait to receive resumes from...

Sep 8, 20202 min read

Portable charger onboards the 2021 Ford F150

Ford\’s 2021 edition of their F150 is having a very handy new feature for technicians on the road. As reported by TheDrive , our next...

Jul 3, 20201 min read

Sanitization & Disinfection

See below a copy of our last email communication to our customers: Dear Homesteady friend, First and foremost, I hope you and your...

May 4, 20202 min read

COVID-19: Resetting, Recovery, New Reality

Working together to meet the unprecedented challenges of a rapidly changing landscape to establish clarity, emerge with strength, and...

Apr 3, 20202 min read

What You Can Do Today to Prepare Your Business for Potential Impacts of the Coronavirus

As outlined on Procore’s blog , construction workers are and will be impacted by the crisis just like many other industries. We are...

Apr 2, 20201 min read

Is Construction an Essential Business During Coronavirus Shutdown?

Read below an excellent article which summarizes best all questions we are asking ourselves. I am glad to report we are here to help our...

Mar 30, 20201 min read

COVID-19 Update

To all our partners & customers. The last week have seen a significant number of evolutions relating to the implications of COVID-19,...

Mar 17, 20201 min read

Vetting General Contractors Who Specialize in Restaurant Work

If you run a restaurant you may need to employ the services of a general contractor who specializes in restaurant work. Restaurant...

Jan 22, 20201 min read

5 Ways Commercial General Contractors Can Save You Money

If you are a facilities manager or anyone who has ever had to hire a construction team you know what a difficult task it can be. For this...

Oct 14, 20193 min read