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Construction industry trends for 2026

Construction industry

Construction industry trends for 2026

What are the emerging construction trends for 2026? Here are some of the key developments in tech, sustainability, workforce and materials that are set to influence how construction projects are delivered.

Trends in estimating for 2026

Construction industry

Trends in estimating for 2026

A fresh look at the factors shaping electrical estimating in 2026, based on research, new industry data, and insights from our team.

Manual vs. automated takeoffs: why contractors are making the switch

Estimating best practices

Manual vs. automated takeoffs: why contractors are making the switch

Discover why more electrical estimators are replacing manual takeoffs with automated tools. Save time, reduce errors, and win more bids with Countfire.

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The green opportunity for construction firms

Construction industry

The green opportunity for construction firms

What is the state of sustainable construction and green opportunities for firms in the UK? We examine some key industry data:

How to produce an electrical estimate quickly and accurately

Estimating best practices

How to produce an electrical estimate quickly and accurately

Speed and accuracy are key goals for preparing an electrical estimate. Here are some tips for getting it done.

The 7 major components of a winning electrical tender

Project tendering

The 7 major components of a winning electrical tender

Electrical tendering is a highly competitive process, so how can you put your bid at the top of the pile?

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