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    2024 Construction Forecast

    Dec. 13, 2023
    While no one seems to be expecting gangbusters growth in 2024, next year the electrical construction market should provide a steady flow of solid business opportunities.
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    The 5 Highest-Paying States for Electricians: 2023

    May 13, 2024
    See which states topped the charts in terms of compensation.
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    Nonresidential Construction Employment Up in April

    May 10, 2024
    See the latest industry job numbers from ABC

    EC&M Asks — Are Electrical Safety Rules More Relaxed for Construction Applications?

    May 9, 2024
    SME Randy Barnett also addresses questions about sizing EGCs and NEC compliance.

    The Top Everyday Electrician Videos of April 2024

    May 9, 2024
    See the three most popular social videos from last month!

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    ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Rebounds in March

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    The 10 Least-Green States in America: 2024

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