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Creating a Floor Plan for Your Client
Every one of your clients is unique, and all have their own sets of needs, but there are needs that most of your clients have in common, and serve as a great guideline on how to create a floorplan for your client. Let’s explore this further. Creating the Ideal Floor Plan Determine Your Client’s Needs... Read more
What’s the Difference Between Design Build and Traditional Construction?
Regarding construction projects, there are two primary methods: design build method and traditional construction. Both have advantages and disadvantages; in this post, we’ll discuss the differences and their pros and cons, and how to decide which method is right for you. Design Build Design build is a project delivery method in which a single design-build... Read more
Energy Saving Warehouse Tips
Energy efficiency is a top priority for businesses that want to reduce costs. Non-refrigerated warehouses in the United States use approximately 6.1 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity and 13,400 Btu of natural gas per square foot yearly. Cutting those numbers down as much as possible will improve your company’s bottom line, and we have some tips... Read more
What is Material Takeoff?
Material takeoff is one of the most crucial steps a contractor or construction company takes before starting a project. In this post, we’ll detail what material takeoff is, why it’s so important, and how to do it effectively. What is Material Takeoff? Material takeoff, also known as quantity or construction takeoff, is an essential step... Read more
Today’s Commercial Real Estate Trends
Moving further into 2023, we see the commercial real estate landscape continuing to evolve rapidly. Changing demographics, technological advancements, and shifting work habits make this an exciting and challenging time from the perspective of construction firms and real estate agencies. In this blog post, we look at the top trends in commercial real estate for... Read more
How VR Is Changing the Construction Industry
People have been talking about virtual reality for decades. And while it’s been mostly science fiction, today, VR is a real and powerful tool proving to be a game changer for many industries, particularly construction. Let’s see how. Reduced Cost VR allows clients to get a realistic 3D view of their project, allowing them to... Read more
Hotel Development: Planning Makes the Difference
Running a successful hotel operation involves seeing to a huge list of details and day-to-day tasks. Sound planning ahead of construction can spell the difference between a thriving hotel property and one that never seems to get off the ground. New Horizon Construction Services is a premier hotel builder serving the greater Orlando, FL, region.... Read more
The Most Common Commercial Construction Obstacles in 2023
Commercial construction projects aren’t just scaled-up versions of residential jobs; there’s much more that can go wrong, leading to time delays and cost overruns. In this blog post, we look at the most common obstacles and challenges the commercial construction contractor will likely face in 2023 and how to stay ahead of the curve. Budget... Read more
Why Construction Site Logistics Is Crucial To Project Success
Logistics encompasses the planning and execution of all facets of a building and completing a project. Logistics involves materials procurement, transportation, and worker assignments to ensure every phase goes off without a hitch. The more logistics and planning that go on before work begins, the less likely something will go wrong. In this post, we... Read more
Choosing the Right Commercial Roofing
If you own a commercial building and are planning a new roof, you have a lot to consider. Some of those considerations can be simplified by working with a qualified contractor with commercial roofing experience in your area. New Horizon Construction Services of Orlando, FL, would like to give you an overview of some of... Read more