Although it appears as if the entire world is on hold, there are some sectors and businesses that are still operating amidst the Coronavirus pandemics. These businesses are deemed essential, and construction is one of those sectors. Even though non-essential construction projects have been placed on hold in some countries and cities in the US there are still active construction projects.
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Construction in Albuquerque, LA, and Philly Still Alive and Well
Abrazo Homes’ Mackenzie Bishop cites, the world is not on a global halt as there are still a lot of projects going on even in times of COVID-19 crisis. Bishop further added that the construction industry in the US is still operating although a great majority of construction firms and contractors are experiencing issues with supply chain and late deliveries of some materials and supplies for construction work. As Bishop claims, Abrazo Homes will not have layoffs in their company as construction is deemed essential and the business is up and running.
New York City and Seattle Seizing All Construction Work
All construction work that has been categorized as essential – such as building shelters for homeless, hospitals and emergency repairs – has been placed on a halt in New York City and Seattle. Since the number of infected people in Seattle is rapidly rising, the Governor of Washington decided to place all construction work on halt. At the same time, private investors and project owners are canceling construction projects and retreating their investments.
Is Construction Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemics?
Over 60% of all construction work in the US is still being completed although these projects are suffering from delays in the supply chain, so crucial construction materials and supplies are not delivered to construction sites on time. The initial delay in the supply chain is consequently negatively affecting projects, resulting in late delivery of these projects. Late deliveries in construction are equal to losing profit, which is why 18% of projects that have been placed on a halt, were stopped due to late deliveries and shortage of labor. Still, the construction industry is operating as essential in many states of the US.
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