As a project manager, developer or home builder you put your business reputation on the line when building a subdivision. A well-planned, properly-constructed and beautiful community will attract the attention of real estate agents and home buyers alike. A poorly-planned project, however, could result in a community that is unappealing and properties that are impossible […]
Commercial property builds differ from residential property builds due to matters of scale, zoning, and complexity. Knowing what to expect in every phase of the commercial development process will help you manage your expectations and hold vendors accountable. 5 Steps to Commercial Property Development Here’s your guide to what to expect with commercial property development. […]
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 1,500 workers died on road construction sites between 2003 and 2015, an average of 121 per year. Additionally, it’s estimated that up to 20,000 are injured on such sites. The fact is that road construction sites can make for some dangerous working conditions, and such conditions […]
In the commercial real estate business, money is a huge factor in moving projects from planning stages to finalization. Whether it is for land acquisition and site development, subdivision construction, or underground utility installation — developers need to access a significant pool of money to successfully move the project through its various phases. Once a […]
Parts of Ohio can experience intense downpours which inflict great damage to residential subdivisions and commercial properties. The property manager’s job is to prevent this from happening as much as possible so residents and tenants can continue to enjoy the property, without creating a solution that detracts from the property’s appearance. Fortunately, there are many […]
As a property manager or owner, you already know how imperative proper maintenance is. Yes, the likes of regular HVAC tune-ups, landscape management and floor cleaning is crucial, but these are hardly the only things that need to be cared for and maintained on your property. One often overlooked – yet crucial – apparatus that […]
Water leakage can occur on any water system in your home at any time. Most water leakages are easily identifiable because they happen on piping systems that are easy to see. However, water leakages also occur in water systems that are installed underground. They can be difficult to spot, but with the right skills and […]
Storm sewer drainage systems are crucial in the prevention of flooding. They help to divert excess rain and groundwater which runs off impervious surfaces such as parking lots, roofs, paved streets, and sidewalks into nearby waterways through a system of drains and underground pipes. Storm sewer systems can range in design from simple residential drainage […]
If you have lived in Marion, Ohio, or one of the surrounding communities for any period of time, you know there is an old joke which says there are only two seasons of the year around here – winter and road construction! It seems like roads just get torn up in the winter and repaired […]
In 2013, PulteGroup launched their Built to Honor program as a way of thanking and honoring wounded veterans for their sacrifices. Recently, PulteGroup embarked on a new Built to Honor home in Columbus, OH. We were thrilled to see someone in our local area benefit from such a wonderful program, and even more thrilled at […]