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Construction jobs are pretty reliable in terms of demand. To date, it remains one of the top industries in terms of employing people with a range of skill level on a consistent basis. It’s a job that gives you the satisfaction of seeing a finished product at the end of it and for many, that is a source of pride.   In the construction industry, there are many types of jobs you can do at many pay levels. If you have been thinking about what a future in construction might look like, here is a list of the top paid...

Firefighters and other first responders all have stories about attending situations where things could have been done differently. Sometimes the damage and the loss of life could have been better managed and sometimes the result was unavoidable, but in any case, one thing is for certain: we must learn from our mistakes and try to ascertain that they won’t be repeated. While you might say that this type of wisdom comes from experience, the fact is that even the most experienced firefighters sometimes make unfortunate decisions in the heat of the moment. When this happens, it can affect everything and...

Once seen as an industry that is historically slow to adopt new technology, the construction landscape is experiencing a change in the way they manage jobs, job site tasks, and people. The need for construction companies to work faster and more efficiently has caused a shift to occur and companies that choose to adopt and leverage tech are gaining ground while those who don’t are being left behind. Mobile apps can provide a way for you and your crew to work smarter and get more done. Here are some of our favorites:   TSheets TSheets is a mobile app that...

Hydrogen is abundant all over the earth, but in order for it to be useful, it must be separated from other compounds. Mostly used to fuel automobiles, it combines with oxygen in a fuel cell to produce electrical energy. There are many exciting prospects for hydrogen energy, but more research is needed into better ways to extract it and decrease the costs associated with its production. Hydrogen gas is invisible, tasteless, odorless, and best of all, it is non-toxic. Up until 2009, it was not even realized that hydrogen was being produced naturally in many places around the world. Since...

Winter has arrived, there are no buts about it. Have you winterized your home? Going through a comprehensive winter maintenance routine will ensure your home is protected from harsh weather and will help to keep your house warm, save you money, and ensure that you and your loved ones are safe.   Here are our top tips for winterizing your home: 1. Clean all of your gutters If your gutters are clogged with leaves, twigs, and debris, water will not drain from them. This will cause them to freeze in winter temperatures and potentially cause a backup of melting snow...