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Aug 10

Commercial Construction workers to boycott NY mosque

Some union commercial construction workers say they will refuse to help build an Islamic mosque and cultural centre planned for Lower Manhattan.

One a website for the building trades, a blog has started what is called the 9-11 Hard Hat Pledge, encouraging union and non-union tradesmen to refuse work at the site near Ground Zero. The mosque would be two blocks from Ground Zero.

The planned 13-story construction project has exploded into a national debate after President Barack Obama recently appeared to offer support for the project.

Some construction workers say, politics and personal feelings aside, jobs are hard to come by and some of them just can’t afford to turn down work.

The Building Trades Employers’ Association has not yet taken a formal position on the project or a potential boycott by union workers.

Article by: http://www.3news.co.nz/

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20
Aug 10

Military Construction Regulations

Military construction requires a vast knowledge of regulations and guidelines, much more than typical commercial construction. Having worked on numerous military bases and facilities, we provide the experience needed to avoid potential issues and obstacles.

Construction is much more than erecting buildings and structures, it is understanding the needs and regulations of your client. Military projects and scrutinized not once but twice, meeting local, state and federal code and the high standards of the military.

Professionalism through experience, that’s West Constructors!

Jack West

West Constructors

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19
Aug 10

The Benefits of a Good Commercial Landscaping Maintenance Plan

A quality maintenance plan provides four advantages:

  1. Positive image to your customers or tenants
  2. Protects your investments
  3. Extends and retains tenants by maintaining the quality of beautiful grounds
  4. Helps conserve and enhance the property value over time

Basic components of commercial landscaping maintenance program involve:

Commercial Landscape design and installation

In our design phase, we will work with you on the important elements, permitting issues, and design approach; including your likes, dislikes and aesthetics. Next we will develop a landscape layout, planting plans and budget plan. On the first phase of your project we will assist you in selecting the materials needed, the development plan, final budget and a estimated projection date before the next phase begins, The Labor Work.

Things you should consider for your property:

  • Landscape lighting
  • Irrigation systems
  • Drainage systems
  • Regular maintenance
  • Turf maintenance
  • Trimming Hedges
  • Tree Care
  • Fertilizations
  • Herbicide and Insecticide Treatments
  • Annual Flowers
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Irrigation Inspections
  • Stone Work

Planning ahead will save you time and money, preventing unnecessary costs from standing in your way of opening day or a safe and customer friendly environment.

 

Jack West
West Constructors

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