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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.

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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

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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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Our best tips for remote productivity

Are you working from home now? Remote productivity has been in the spotlight lately with more workers at home. Here are some of our tips:

Construction industry

Staying up-to-date on the impacts of coronavirus

What are the impacts of coronavirus on the UK construction industry? Here we’ve got an update on what is happening and plans to help safeguard the industry:

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What’s next for your career in electrical estimating?

What’s next in the career of an electrical estimator? We’re exploring a few different options here:

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Electrical estimating: Which method is best for you?

How do you prepare an electrical estimate? We’re looking at five common estimating methods here:

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BIM update: Where are we now?

We looked at how BIM was progressing a few years ago to provide an update for today. Here’s what’s happening:

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What is cloud-based software and why is it so important for remote working?

Remote working is very relevant right now in the face of coronavirus. Here’s how cloud-based software is enabling work to continue from home:

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The Energy Company Obligation (ECO): Where are we now?

The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) is currently on its third iteration. Here’s what electrical contractors should know:

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What to expect as a new electrical estimator

What can you expect when you step into a new electrical estimator role? We’ve rounded up some thoughts on the job role and requirements:

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The value of smart lighting for businesses

Smart lighting choices can make a big difference for businesses. Here’s what contractors can talk to their clients about:

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