Construction Resources
USS Plays Key Role in Construction of Award-Winning Rhode Island Veterans Home
United Site Services is proud to have been a trusted vendor in the construction of the Rhode Island Veterans Home, which was honored by ENR New England as 2018’s Best Government Public Building built in New England. USS was part of a team of elite vendors that supported Gilbane Building Company as it constructed the…
Read MorePrepping your work site for cold weather? Call USS to winterize your porty pottys!
As this is written, Thanksgiving is fast approaching, with the rest of the winter holidays close behind. All around, people are preparing: figuring out how big a turkey to buy, who to invite over for the holidays, what to do on New Year’s Eve. But if you’re responsible for onsite sanitation at a construction site,…
Read More5 Attributes of Quality Products and Services
Today, if you’re running a construction project, you probably insist on getting high-quality materials and services from your key suppliers, whether you’re purchasing new equipment, getting a temporary construction fence to protect the site, or securing construction porta potty job site portable toilets for your work crews. In each case, you want a high-quality solution at…
Read MoreMaximize productivity on your work site with the right porta potty options
Every day in the United States, there are tens of thousands of active work sites. And while there are similarities among them, no two sites are exactly alike. So why should you settle for a “one size fits all” approach to your work site sanitation, especially when United Site Services offers you so many options?…
Read MoreSecuring Construction Sites with Temporary Fence
According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), residential construction site losses of heavy equipment, raw materials, office trailers, and tools account for a 1-2% increase in the cost of building a new home every year. In another study performed by DEWALT, researchers found that more than 50% of project managers and contractors have had equipment or…
Read MoreThe Top Five Most Popular Construction Site Rentals
Setting up and running a construction site is a challenging job with a ton of moving parts. From permits to equipment to personnel, there’s a lot to keep track of, and the more you can take off your plate, the easier your construction site will be to manage. Our passion here at United Site Services…
Read MoreFour Tips for Keeping Your Construction Crew Comfortable This Summer
SUMMER ON THE CONSTRUCTION SITE: 4 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR PROJECT PRODUCTIVE AND THE CREWS GOING TIP 1. KEEP YOUR EMPLOYEES HYDRATED It’s hot, it’s dusty, and there is work to be done, but that doesn’t mean your team needs to be uncomfortable in the heat. We talked to supervisors, managers and laborers who gave…
Read MoreExplore the Best Fencing Options for Your Job Site
Work Safe. Work Hard. When it comes to safety and efficiency on the construction job site, temporary fencing is often preferred because it allows for easy installation and it can be moved quickly and easily. Additionally, temporary construction fencing may be required by law and can help protect the work site from theft and unauthorized…
Read More10 Planning Tips for a Successful Home Remodel Project
Home improvement projects come in all shapes, sizes and budgets. If you are going for more than just a kitchen or bathroom “makeover” to a complete “remodel”, the planning gets much more complicated and involves multiple construction tradesmen. Here are 10 tips to help you begin planning for your kitchen or bath remodel. Research the…
Read MorePortable Toilet Rentals: You’ve Got Options!
Have you ever had the unfortunate experience of using an under-serviced, over-used, putrid smelling porta potty? If so, you might think all porta potties are vile plastic boxes. But it doesn’t have to be this way, because you’ve got options. This is the first step Choose a reliable portable toilet provider. Hire a portable toilet…
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