A recent article on managing brand exposure and reputation during construction named site condition and cleanliness as key ingredients. While risk management as it applies to safety is the priority, aesthetics are important too. Nothing creates an eyesore in a city or town like a poorly maintained construction site. With the spring and summer months on the way, both residents and visitors alike will lay their eyes on the property of your up and coming building. You’ll want to put your best foot forward. Below we detail the keys to construction site upkeep so that your company can keep up appearances leading up to the day of completion.

5 Tips to Maintaining and Creating an Attractive Construction Site

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Only 20 minutes from our Sylvan Lake construction company, Blackfalds recently made our list of other Central Alberta towns to consider for your commercial build. As one of the fastest growing populations in all of Canada, this town presents a ton of opportunity for commercial businesses of all shapes and sizes. Its smack-dab-in-the-middle proximity to all of the province’s bustling cities and towns is a given, so this article will dive into the other big selling points that are applicable to your commercial enterprise.

5 Reasons Why Your Business Would Consider Building in Blackfalds Alberta

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It’s no secret that Sylvan Lake and Red Deer are the top spots for building in Central Alberta. But this does not discount the other places in our neck of the province by any means. Your commercial enterprise can thrive in one of many area towns, whether you intend to cater solely to the town’s populous (and visitors) or to a wider demographic. Today we are taking a quick look at five burgeoning towns in Central Alberta that you may want to consider for your growing commercial business.

Five Places in Central Alberta to Consider for Your Commercial Construction Project

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As general contractors that cater to the entire Central Alberta area we get inquiries about industrial builds in and around Red Deer. There are many nuances that come with the industrial sector of the region, things that only those close to the process will know. While we are happy to answer any questions that you have from the get-go (contact us here) we thought we’d provide you with information on key elements that will directly apply to your prospective construction project.

3 Things You Need to Know Before Beginning Your Red Deer Industrial Build

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There are many reasons why building a commercial property in Sylvan Lake makes good business sense. 50th street presents a rare commercial opportunity and if you’re indeed considering our town for your build, then this strip will be of great interest to you. Of particular interest, are the urban design guidelines that apply to commercial enterprises. These are the guiding principles established by the Town of Sylvan Lake, items that protect the very persona that residents, visitors, and businesses find so endearing. Today we take a look at some of the key elements that will directly apply to your prospective construction project.

50th Street Urban Design Guidelines that Apply to Your Sylvan Lake Build

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Not that long ago our Sylvan Lake construction company expanded its ever-growing reach to complete a successful project in Rocky Mountain House Alberta. The project was a 16,000 square foot second story addition and major renovation to the Rocky Credit Union along 49th street. It was a complex build which included not only adding a second floor, but required a remodeling of the basement and main floors while the financial institution remained open for business. The project was completed to great success.

Beyond the satisfaction felt from completing yet another successful build, was the affection we developed for the town of Rocky Mountain House. While we are Lakers (moniker for proud Sylvan Lake residents) through and through, we are happy to witness and be a part of the growth of all of the townships of Central Alberta. No longer the filling between the sandwiching cities of Edmonton and Calgary, we have become a commercial and industrial economic force. We plan on featuring a few towns on our Central Alberta construction blog in the future, but today we’re focusing on the quaint municipality of Rocky Mountain House.

5 Reasons Why Rocky Mountain House is a Great Place to Build, Too

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Every industry has its own set of best practices to serve as a guideline towards successful results for all involved. While there are general practices that apply to an industry as a whole, a truly effective guide is one that is further customized for a given region. This is especially the case for construction in Alberta. Today we take a look at the top five best practices in Alberta construction and what you need to know as a commercial, industrial, or municipal interest preparing for a build.

Top 5 Best Practices of Commercial, Industrial, and Municipal Construction in Alberta

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We started the month off with an article detailing trends in commercial construction. As we conclude the first month of the new year we thought we’d switch focus to industrial builds in Alberta, while remaining focused on the client (your) perspective. Read further to find out which of the following trends may impact your prospective industrial build in 2016.

Trends to Watch for that Can Impact Your Industrial Build in Alberta

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With eco-friendly construction completing the list of Alberta construction market trends in 2016 it’s no wonder commercial and industrial businesses are becoming more curious about LEED certification. The benefits of a positive LEED rating include (but are not exclusive to) energy conservation, enhanced tenant and/or employee satisfaction, and positive public relations.

For the purposes of commercial/industrial businesses embarking on an exciting new build, we have provided information on LEED certification as it applies to new construction projects (vs commercial interiors, etc.). Read further to learn more about how to receive a positive LEED rating for your new build in Alberta.

What Your Commercial/Industrial Business Needs to Know About Getting LEED Certified in Central Alberta

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There’s a lot going on in the world of construction in Alberta. Everything from consumer behavior and the economy to climate and tourism are impacting the industry. While we could delve into market statistics such a thing would only serve our peers. Instead, we use our blog to speak to our clients, to you. We have taken our insight into the local landscape to deliver trends (so to speak) to watch for in 2016. Read further to find out which of the following trends may impact your prospective commercial build in the year ahead.

5 Trends to Watch for that Can Impact Your Commercial Build in Alberta

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