Reinforcing Wire is a crucial element of many construction projects. Learn more about this tool and and why it’s so important. Should you use this reinforcing wire for your next project? Is it necessary? We have the answers to all your questions!
Winter is rapidly approaching and with it comes the question: do I start construction now or wait for spring? Whether or not you should start winter construction is a complicated question–and made more complicated based on location. It might not be a big deal to start construction in November if you’re in Miami, but Chicago winters are notorious for lots of cold and snow. We’ll tackle some of the biggest pros and cons of winter construction so you know if it’s right for you.
When searching for construction materials in Chicago, it’s important that contractors know where they can get the most reliable Chicago construction supplies. They’ll need supplies that are high-quality and consistently dependable. Luckily, we know where you can find those!
The snow is finally melting, sunlight is lasting longer, and spring is in the air! While it’s not Chicago construction season just yet, we’re almost there. As you prepare for the projects you’ve got coming up, make sure you’re getting the best supplies available. These are some of the most in-demand Chicago construction materials so you can hit the ground running!
Should you use stone veneer for your project? With so many options in the world of veneer stone, it can be difficult to decide whether or not you should use it. These 4 reasons to use stone veneer should help you decide if this is right for you.
Chicago is a booming city of new construction. As it continues to grow, the city needs new construction to expand. The Chicago construction scene has plenty of new buildings in progress, so here’s a quick recap of some of what’s going on.
Summer is the busiest construction season in Chicago. You can hardly drive down the street without running into some sort of construction project. If you have an upcoming construction project and summer was too busy, you don’t have to push it off until next spring! There are some big advantages of starting construction in the fall, so read on to see if this is right for your project!
Last month, Elston Materials was featured in Chicago Construction News as one of the Top 10 Ready-Mix Concrete Companies in Chicago. We’re so honored to have been included in this list!
When you’re using concrete, you have two options: mixing concrete on-site or mixing concrete off-site. At the end of the day, both options will get you concrete. But which one is better? On-site or off-site concrete mixing? We’ll examine the benefits of mixing concrete on-site.
If you visit the “about us” page on our website, you’ll see that we have a MBE Certification listed. But what is this certification and what does it mean for our business? More importantly, what does it mean for you?
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