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News and information for skilled trades like carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.

Skilled tradesperson working on infrastructure in India, symbolizing economic growth and opportunity surpassing traditional white-collar roles.
Trades

India's economic future sees skilled trades outpace white-collar jobs

In India, average blue-collar salaries are now growing at 5.

Rick Donovan· Jun 16· 3 min read
Expert applying a rich, solid deck stain to a weathered wooden deck, showcasing a professional and durable finish.

Solid Deck Stains: Expert Tests & Performance Review

Rick Donovan · Jun 15
Homebuyer carefully inspecting a wooden deck for structural integrity, focusing on railings and stairs.

Buying a house with a deck: Key considerations for buyers

Rick Donovan · Jun 15
A luxurious backyard deck contrasted with a simple water dish, highlighting the balance between homeowner luxury and essential wildlife support.

Backyard Additions: Balancing Luxury and Wildlife Lifeline

Rick Donovan · Jun 14
Diverse group of plumbers, electricians, and construction workers collaborating on a holographic blueprint, symbolizing Google's investment in skilled trades training.

Google invests $50 million in skilled trades training programs

Rick Donovan · Jun 13
Young students proudly sign commitment papers for skilled trades careers at a National Signing Day event, celebrating their future in vocational fields.

Young people flock to skilled trades careers, boosting student engagement initiatives

Last year, enrollment in vocational-focused community colleges surged by 16%, reaching its highest level since 2018, signaling a powerful shift in student career aspirations.

Rick Donovan· May 8· 6 min
Diverse skilled trades workers on a construction site, looking at an unfinished skyscraper, symbolizing the challenge of filling millions of jobs.

Skilled Trades Training Initiatives Undermined by Retention

Some 2.1 million skilled trade jobs are expected to go unfilled by 2030, potentially resulting in $1 trillion in annual economic losses, according to Facilities Dive . This severe and growing deficit

Rick Donovan· May 7· 7 min