STARC Systems Blog

Across the country, more and more national contractors are standardizing on STARC. From healthcare to data centers to airports, the shift is unmistakable: what was once a preferred solution on a handful of job sites is quickly becoming the standard across entire portfolios.

If you’ve ever walked onto a renovation site and seen plastic sheeting with a zipper slapped onto it, you’ve met the zippered wall. And sure, at first glance, it seems like a clever shortcut. Light. Flexible. Cheap. A kind of “pop-up” construction barrier you can install before your coffee cools. But when the goal is… Read more »

Renovation work is evolving fast. Rising sustainability expectations, tighter labor capacity, and greater pressure to minimize disruption in occupied spaces are reshaping how construction teams plan and execute projects. Instead of relying on linear workflows that create excess waste and slow schedules, builders are turning to smarter jobsite practices that support efficiency, safety, and environmental… Read more »

What if the future of construction didn’t come with a carbon footprint? For today’s commercial contractors, sustainability isn’t just about reducing emissions—it’s about reimagining how we build. As ESG mandates tighten, RFPs require documented green plans, and clients expect environmental accountability, construction leaders are embracing strategies that don’t just check the box—they transform the jobsite.

When it comes to temporary construction walls, plastic sheeting is the quick fix everyone knows. It’s cheap, fast, and easy to hang with some tape and hope. But while it has its place, it’s not a professional solution for most active renovation sites.

The construction industry is heading into 2026 with tighter labor pools, evolving delivery models, and rising client expectations for speed, clarity, and professionalism. After a year marked by uneven private investment and strong public-sector spending, project managers and construction executives are focused on one priority: doing more with less. The firms that succeed will be… Read more »

If you’ve ever run a renovation in an occupied space, you’ve probably thrown up temporary drywall to split work from “business as usual.” It’s familiar. It’s also single-use, labor-hungry, and—once the dust settles—headed straight for the dumpster.

In commercial construction, sustainability has shifted from a niche priority to a defining standard. Building owners and tenants no longer view it as an optional add-on; they expect projects that deliver measurable comfort, safety, and long-term performance. This shift is reshaping not only how buildings are designed, but how people experience the spaces they rely… Read more »

Infection control isn’t just a box to check during hospital renovations — it’s a critical, regulated process that starts well before the first wall comes down. Yet too often, Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRA) are treated as an afterthought, putting patient safety, staff workflows, and even project timelines at risk.

Margins in commercial construction are under pressure. Material inflation hasn’t disappeared; cash flow reliability is still uneven; and the mix of work is shifting toward publicly funded, institutional projects while hiring remains tight. Skanska’s Summer 2025 report highlights steep price increases in core inputs like copper pipe and wire, underscoring how quickly bids can get… Read more »