ABC: US Contractor Backlog Rises to 8.8 Months in July as Confidence Slips

U.S. contractors reported an average of 8.8 months of work in their July backlog—up slightly from 8.7 months in June and from 8.4 months in July 2024—according to the Associated Builders and Contractors’ latest survey, conducted July 24–Aug. 4. Two of the three tracked industry segments posted month-to-month gains. Commercial and institutional backlog rose to […]

Why Local Basement Contractors Know the Soil Best

You’ve likely heard the saying, “local is best,” but have you ever considered how this applies to your basement contractors? Their intimate knowledge of the local soil is paramount in creating a basement that’s not only structurally sound, but also resistant to the harsh elements your local environment can throw at it. They’re the experts […]

Bears Eye Arlington Heights for NFL Stadium as Chicago Mayor Vows to Keep Team

A fixed-roof NFL stadium and mixed-use district planned for 326 acres in Arlington Heights, Ill., could become one of the largest privately led construction projects in Illinois history—if the Chicago Bears secure legislative approval this fall for a “mega-project” bill granting long-term property-tax certainty.  However, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has made clear he believes the […]