As a building product manufacturer, you need a complete view of how your products are doing in the market. But how can you be sure you’re making the right choices?

The U.S. construction industry in 2025 looks like it will have both challenges and opportunities for businesses. While ConstructConnect predicts construction spending will grow by 5.2% this year, there’s still some uncertainty about what’s next. Here's what’s behind the uncertainty and where you might find opportunities.

World of Concrete 2025 was nothing short of incredible. This annual event is more than just a trade show—it’s a celebration of the concrete and masonry industries and the people who drive them forward. For ConstructConnect, it’s a chance to connect with people who share our passion for construction. Walking through the halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center, it was clear to us that this industry is built on grit, skill, and innovation. Every conversation, product demo, and interaction highlighted the dedication of the people who laid the literal foundation for the world around us.

How will the California wildfires affect the construction industry in 2025? In January of this year, wildfires burned over 37,000 acres in Los Angeles, California, destroying over 16,000 buildings. Now, many people are left needing to rebuild their homes and businesses.

Every March, Women in Construction Week highlights women making a difference in this male-dominated field. According to the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), women now make up 14% of the construction workforce, up from 10.9% just five years ago. The industry is changing for the better. In addition to seeing more women join the field, technology like artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the game. It’s an exciting time to be part of construction!

Whoever came up with the saying “time is money” must have worked in construction. Without proper planning, it’s easy to waste both time and cash. The earlier you can spot risks and plan for potential problems, the more likely you are to keep your profits.

In the first of this two-part series, we will focus on how winter weather can have a negative impact on your project’s budget. Planning ahead can help you avoid unnecessary costs and keep your jobs on track.

In the second of our two-part series on staying safe in the winter, we’ll look at personal safety – what you can do to keep you and your team safe during these colder months. Doing so can help you maintain your productivity and reduce your chances of illness and injury. Read these tips to ensure you have a healthy winter so that you (and your crew) are prepared for your spring projects.

When it comes to construction, a nationwide rule on protective equipment is now in effect while a handful of states—California, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, and Virginia—have passed regulations intended to boost worker safety or make it easier to build.

When it comes to construction estimating, time is money. The faster you can get your takeoffs and cost estimates out the door, the greater your chances are of winning more bids.