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(2) --- ## TopBar Social [mailto:info@associatedcontractors.net](mailto:info@associatedcontractors.net) ## TopBar Text Over 90 Years of Experience in Construction and Design ## TopBar Phone Contact Phone (814) 724.8200 ## TopBar Email Contact Email Us info@associatedcontractors.net [![Associated Contractors](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/AssociatedContractors_August2018/image/logo-1.png)](http://www.associatedcontractors.net/) - [Home](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/) - [Company Info](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/company-info/) - [About Us](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/company-info/) - [Careers](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/careers/) - [Testimonials](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/testimonials/) - [Services](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/our-services/) - [Building Green](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/our-services/building-green/) - [Construction Management](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/our-services/construction-management/) - [Design-Build](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/our-services/design-build/) - [General Construction](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/our-services/general-construction/) - [Pre-Construction](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/our-services/pre-construction/) - [Butler Manufacturing](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/our-services/butler-manufacturing/) - [Projects](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/projects/) - Help Material - [ACI Builds](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds) - [Resources](https://info.associatedcontractors.net/construction-resources) - [Newsletter Archive](https://info.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds-archive-page) - [Contact](https://www.associatedcontractors.net/contact-us/) # ACI Builds # Tag: Construction ## [Expansion Planning Checklist Part 1: Preconstruction Considerations](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/preconstruction-considerations) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [Oct 02, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/preconstruction-considerations) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/preconstruction-considerations#comments-listing) [![Preconstruction](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/Preconstruction.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/preconstruction-considerations) Before beginning any type of construction project, laying down the groundwork is key. Addressing all the details involved helps to provide a flowing, streamlined construction project. This planning... ## [Are You Spending Enough on Your Construction Project?](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/spending-enough) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [Aug 22, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/spending-enough) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/spending-enough#comments-listing) [![construction-money](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/construction-money.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/spending-enough) When getting multiple quotes on construction projects, most are drawn to the lowest price. The assumption being made is that all the companies that are providing these quotes will provide the same... ## [Benefits of Contracts](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/benefits-of-contracts) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [Aug 07, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/benefits-of-contracts) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/benefits-of-contracts#comments-listing) [![construction-contract](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/construction-contract.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/benefits-of-contracts) When entering any kind of project, many details, steps and parties are involved. From compensation specifics, materials needed, timeline and much more, having as much detail and information written... ## [What You Should Know About Payment Terms](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/payment-terms) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [Jul 03, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/payment-terms) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/payment-terms#comments-listing) [![payment-terms-ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/payment-terms-ACI.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/payment-terms) Across the board in the contractor industry, payment terms are usually pretty standard. Most contractors abide by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) standards. The AIA advocates for the... ## [How to Keep Your Company Open During Renovation or Expansion](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/renovation-expansion) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [May 15, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/renovation-expansion) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/renovation-expansion#comments-listing) [![building-construction-industry-P7JDZ7Z](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/building-construction-industry-P7JDZ7Z.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/renovation-expansion) Expanding and renovating your business can be an exciting project. Whether your goal is to add more area or to spruce up your already established space, all of the work can be done while your... ## [What It Means To Be A Butler Builder](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/butler-builder) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [May 08, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/butler-builder) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/butler-builder#comments-listing) [![butlerlogocmykreflex3x3](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/butlerlogocmykreflex3x3.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/butler-builder) With the convenience of the Internet constantly at our fingertips, searching for and finding a well-respected, reliable builder can be an overwhelming task. By working with Associated... ## [Inspecting Your Building For Winter Damage](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/winter-damage) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [Apr 24, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/winter-damage) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/winter-damage#comments-listing) [![winter-damage](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/winter-damage.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/winter-damage) It’s that time of year when we are excited for the weather to break. The snow has melted and the temperature is climbing. It’s also a good time to inspect for damage that may have occurred during... ## [5 Common Construction Industry Myths](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/construction-industry-myths) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [Apr 17, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/construction-industry-myths) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/construction-industry-myths#comments-listing) [![helmet-and-blueprints-on-construction-site-PEAC9BA](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/helmet-and-blueprints-on-construction-site-PEAC9BA.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/construction-industry-myths) Every industry comes with its stereotypes: all teachers love getting apples, all lawyers are liars, everyone in the tech industry is shy and nerdy, the academic field is snobby and elitist. Those... ## [Preparing for Success with Preconstruction](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/preparing-for-success) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [Apr 10, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/preparing-for-success) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/preparing-for-success#comments-listing) [![construction-planning-drawings-PZ2CSUJ](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/construction-planning-drawings-PZ2CSUJ.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/preparing-for-success) Before beginning any project, laying the groundwork is crucial. The groundwork, also known as preconstruction, helps generate and coordinate the entire project and all resources required. Many... ## [Common Construction Site Hazards and How to Avoid Them](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/construction-hazards) Posted by [George Ray - Owner, ACI](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/author/george-ray-owner-aci) on [Apr 03, 2019](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/construction-hazards) with [0 Comment](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/construction-hazards#comments-listing) [![architecture-construction-safety-first-career-PCFNRGK](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/hubfs/architecture-construction-safety-first-career-PCFNRGK.jpg)](https://blog.associatedcontractors.net/aci-builds/construction-hazards) Every industry carries a risk of workplace accidents, but construction sites can present dangers that have the potential to lead to serious injury, and in worst case scenarios even death. To help... 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