The USG Corporation and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have released their Q3 report on the state of the U.S. construction industry. The main takeaway? Contractors are continuing to feel the squeeze of a tight labor market. And unfortunately, many believe the skilled labor shortage is having a negative impact on job site safety. …
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Starter Home Prices Rise, While Apartment Construction Slows
Rising construction costs are putting the price of new starter homes out of reach for many first-time home buyers. A Shortage Of Affordable Starter Homes The construction worker shortage is one factor that’s raising the price of new homes. 69% of home-builders say they can’t find enough qualified laborers to finish their projects on …