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I-9 Audits, Raids and Contractor Compliance

Jill Bloom talks with construction law expert Trent Cotney to unpack I-9 audits, ICE raids and the compliance mistakes that could cost contractors everything (and how to avoid them).

January 16, 2026

Jill Bloom talks with construction law expert Trent Cotney to unpack I-9 audits, ICE raids and the compliance mistakes that could cost contractors everything (and how to avoid them).

Inside Meow Wolf Houston: How Applied Finish Systems Engineered the Impossible at Radio Tave

Applied Finish Systems delivered one of its most complex projects ever at Meow Wolf’s Radio Tave, field-engineering unconventional structures, managing constant artistic changes, and completing an immersive 37,000-square-foot installation on an aggressive timeline.

Michael Hawkins

January 14, 2026

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Applied Finish Systems delivered one of its most complex projects ever at Meow Wolf’s Radio Tave, field-engineering unconventional structures, managing constant artistic changes, and completing an immersive 37,000-square-foot installation on an aggressive timeline.

Avalon Brighton, an apartment community located in Boston, Massachusetts

Brick Rainscreen Systems Can Improve Traditional Veneer Performance

Brick rainscreen systems offer a more energy-efficient, airtight, and sustainable alternative to traditional brick veneer, enabling modern buildings to meet ASHRAE, Passive House, and LEED performance standards.

Steve Collins

January 12, 2026

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Brick rainscreen systems offer a more energy-efficient, airtight, and sustainable alternative to traditional brick veneer, enabling modern buildings to meet ASHRAE, Passive House, and LEED performance standards.

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Construction Climate

2026 Construction Forecast

Modest growth prospects for 2026 collide with deepening labor shortages, forcing contractors to prioritize efficiency and workforce strategy.

John Wyatt

January 9, 2026

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The U.S. construction industry is poised for modest growth in 2026, but entrenched labor shortages, tightening workforce demands, and shifting economic pressures will shape opportunities—and challenges—for contractors across all sectors.

Frank Gehry standing beside a detailed architectural study model used to develop the digitally driven construction methods that influenced modern building delivery.

Obituary

Frank Gehry, 96, Was an Architect Who Pushed Construction Into the Digital Era

Long before BIM and VDC became standard, Gehry’s projects forced an industry to adopt digital methods that reshaped complex building work

Bryan Gottlieb, managing editor of Roofing Contractor

Bryan Gottlieb Debra K. Rubin Jeff Yoders

January 9, 2026

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Pioneering designer's death marks a key chapter in construction innovation, as his digitally driven methods forced contractors, engineers and fabricators to reinvent how complex buildings are delivered.

Legal Insights

The Art of Accounts Receivable

From customer vetting to payment plans, Trent Cotney outlines proven ways contractors can reduce risk, speed up collections and keep cash moving.

Tanja Kern

Trent Cotney

January 8, 2026

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Unpaid invoices are rising, and “wait and see” isn’t a strategy. In this episode, Trent Cotney shares practical ways to collect faster: vet customers upfront, track AR weekly, follow a consistent contact plan, use payment options, and know when owners should step in.

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Enter Now for W&C's "Women Who Build": Elevating the Leaders Shaping the Future

This feature, which will appear in the March 2026 issue, will highlight women in the industry.

W&C Staff

January 8, 2026

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Women Who Build celebrates the women transforming the industry through leadership, innovation, and expertise. From executives to skilled tradeswomen, this feature spotlights the changemakers strengthening companies, mentoring future leaders, and shaping the built environment.

If Walls Could Talk

Why 2025 Was a Turning Point for the Spray Foam Industry

The past year was a major stepping stone for the spray foam insulation industry. Tom Harris explains.

John Wyatt

Tom Harris

January 8, 2026

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From breakthrough foam chemistry to a more educated, collaborative contractor base, Tom Harris explains why 2025 was a defining year for spray foam—and what those shifts mean as the industry prepares for the challenges and opportunities of 2026.

From Energy Efficiency to Moisture Management: Why Air and Vapor Control Matter

How proper air and vapor control within building enclosures is essential for energy efficiency, moisture management, and long-term durability, emphasizing the need for continuous, well-integrated control layers and coordinated installation to prevent damage, inefficiency, and health issues.

Benjamin Meyer AIA, LEED AP

January 7, 2026

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How proper air and vapor control within building enclosures is essential for energy efficiency, moisture management, and long-term durability

Honolulu-based contractor Mike Mazzone of Statewide General Contracting & Construction

Crafting a Construction Legacy in Hawaii

From drywall and plaster to stretch fabrics and raised access floors, Honolulu-based contractor Mike Mazzone of Statewide General Contracting & Construction has built a reputation for craftsmanship, adaptability and industry advocacy across Hawaii and the Pacific.

John Wyatt

January 5, 2026

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From drywall and plaster to stretch fabrics and raised access floors, Honolulu-based contractor Mike Mazzone of Statewide General Contracting & Construction has built a reputation for craftsmanship, adaptability and industry advocacy across Hawaii and the Pacific.

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I-9 Audits, Raids and Contractor Compliance

Inside Meow Wolf Houston: How Applied Finish Systems Engineered the Impossible at Radio Tave

Brick Rainscreen Systems Can Improve Traditional Veneer Performance

2026 Construction Forecast

Frank Gehry, 96, Was an Architect Who Pushed Construction Into the Digital Era

The Art of Accounts Receivable

Enter Now for W&C's "Women Who Build": Elevating the Leaders Shaping the Future

Why 2025 Was a Turning Point for the Spray Foam Industry

From Energy Efficiency to Moisture Management: Why Air and Vapor Control Matter

Crafting a Construction Legacy in Hawaii

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