An argument breaks out from the conflict of back charging in construction
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Learn How Back Charging Other Trades is Hurting Your Construction Business

Large-scale construction projects are complex endeavors. They require extensive planning and coordination to turn a set of plans into a physical structure. Just like a symphony, everyone must synchronize their efforts to achieve success. 

We’ve all heard of construction projects that have gone awry, with delays stretching for months or even years and budgets spiraling out of control. Take, for instance, the Denver International Airport, which exceeded its budget by $3 billion.1 This is an extreme example, but it’s not uncommon for projects to encounter inefficiencies and budget overruns, leaving them seemingly never-ending. 

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How Strong Business Values Lead to Financial Success in the Construction Industry

What defines success in the construction industry? While many businesses measure success primarily through financial metrics, at PDI Drywall, we believe true success is rooted in building and maintaining strong business values. 

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FIre Mitigation, including fire exits, is crucial in multi-family buildings
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The Role of Drywall in Fire Mitigation and Why Hiring an Expert Matters

Imagine you’re on the top floor of an apartment building when a fire breaks out in a unit down the hall. Scary stuff, right? Unlike in a single-family home, you can’t just dash to the front door or climb out a window to escape. You need to navigate several flights of stairs to reach safety. Time is of the essence. 

That’s why proper fire mitigation is so important in multifamily buildings. And here at PDI Drywall, it’s a commitment we take seriously. 

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Hector Montiel embodies our strong company culture at PDI
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A Close-Up on Hector Montiel, PDI Vice President

At PDI Drywall, our business philosophy sets us apart. Positivity, communication, and respect form the foundation of our company culture. Committed to excellence, we don’t just meet project timelines— we consistently exceed them. 

What exactly is our secret? How do we finish jobs faster and under budget while maintaining a positive company culture? 

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employees work together, displaying a positive company culture in the construction industry
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Crafting Your Best Company Culture: How to Attract and Keep Top Construction Talent

In the world of construction, the value of holding onto skilled employees has always been clear. Keeping your team intact will pave the way for more efficient job sites and better results. But in today’s construction landscape, marked by a shortage of skilled labor, the importance of employee retention has surged to a whole new level.

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A woman confidently operating a miter saw on a construction site, illustrating why women should work in construction
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10 Reasons Why Women Should Work in Construction

Can women work in construction? 

In short, the answer is yes. Construction offers the opportunity to join an in-demand industry where you can steadily advance and thrive. Surprisingly, women make up only a small fraction of the construction workforce. Once you discover the benefits for women in construction, you’ll wonder why more aren’t taking advantage of the opportunities it provides. 

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Workers collaborating, demonstrating strong relationships in the construction industry
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How Respect and Communication Can Improve Efficiency in the Construction Industry

Construction jobs are complex with a lot of moving parts. They often require multiple trades to collaborate, each contributing their unique skills to the job. With such a variety of different companies, subcontractors, and skill sets coming together, there’s plenty of opportunity for miscommunication, errors, and delays. 

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