• Newsletter Subscriptions
  • Magazine Subscription
  • Home

    • Construction

    Bringing the latest news, technical information, business insights and how-to tutorials to electrical contractors.

    Recent

    Photo 17002025 © Sculpies | Dreamstime.com
    Photo 107134563 © Carmenmurillo | Dreamstime.com
    Photo 182019826 © Saklay Tawan | Dreamstime.com
    Photo 190943975 © Rawf88 | Dreamstime.com

    Highlights

    ewg3D/E+/Getty Images Plus

    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.
    Photo 85304888 © Photographerlondon | Dreamstime.com

    How to Complete a Job Hazard Analysis

    May 3, 2024
    Five simple steps for creating a JHA for your company
    Getty Images 152264156, National Renewable Energy Laboratory publication: Major Drivers of Long-Term Distribution

    DOE Ruling Clarifies Future of Transformer Efficiency

    April 30, 2024
    The new rule is expected to be an unlikely magic bullet for easing shortages and solving design/production challenges.
    Photo 316282378 © BiancoBlue | Dreamstime.com

    ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Rebounds in March

    April 29, 2024
    The latest Construction Backlog Indicator data from ABC.
    Photo 123482298 © Nataliia Mysik | Dreamstime.com

    The 10 Least-Green States in America: 2024

    April 29, 2024
    See which states ranked the lowest in terms of environmental-friendliness.

    Recommended

    Editorial Webinar: Microgrid Feasibility Studies to Protect Investments

    March 28, 2024
    Join us May 22 to learn about the critical steps in a microgrid project.
    Ecm Labor Short E Book Web Ads Ps Ds Horiz 1200x628
    Photo 39294503 © Pichetw | Dreamstime.com
    BetterBricks
    Photo 75220101 © Rafael Ben Ari | Dreamstime.com
    Photo 216685287 © Romolo Tavani | Dreamstime.com

    Top 10 Greenest States in America: 2024

    April 22, 2024
    See which states took the top spots on WalletHub's 2024's Greenest States ranking.
    Photo 104309348 © Saklay Tawan | Dreamstime.com

    Fall Protection Citation Prevention — Part 8

    April 19, 2024
    Do you know how OSHA differentiates between personal fall arrest systems, positioning device systems, and warning line systems?
    Courtesy of Optec LED Lighting

    Best Practices for Effective Lighting Projects

    April 16, 2024
    Early collaboration and an honest broker are invaluable.
    Photo 139067767 © Photomall | Dreamstime.com

    Demystifying IECC and ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Lighting and Control Requirements

    April 16, 2024
    Since different states and municipalities adhere to different versions of IECC and ASHRAE 90.1, it's critical for contractors to understand what’s required and how to apply the...