Overview Live Oak Contracting was brought on as lead contractor for Atlantic on the Avenue, an apartment complex consisting of 202 units, a clubhouse, and three garage buildings located in North Charleston, South Carolina. Over
At Live Oak, we’re proud of our long-standing relationships with clients and subcontractors.
Politics play a big role on market volatility, and this is especially true during election years. As we begin to prepare for a new presidential term, there are some changes we can expect in the development
Overview Live Oak Contracting was brought on to complete due diligence for Atlantic on the Avenue prior to the project’s groundbreaking in November 2015. Atlantic on the Avenue, located in North Charleston, South Carolina, consists
Contractors are having trouble keeping up with demand for apartments, which in turn causes a shortage of affordable apartments. The cost of living continues to rise while wages and salaries remain the same. This brings
Construction, like most industries, is document intensive. Everything must be carefully recorded and managed from plan changes to job site safety. The key to a successful project is communication and the key to communication is
Our blog series “Inside Live Oak” gives you insight into our business and the people who are integral to our success. This month we sat down with Paul Bertozzi, Founder and Managing Partner of Live
When the Federal Reserve raised its prime interest rate by .25 percent, the first increase since June 2006, businesses and investors throughout the world took notice. But what does this interest rate hike mean for
Educators across the country, from rural districts to swanky resort towns, all face a singular problem: finding affordable housing for themselves and their families. While teacher salaries vary from district to district, they are generally
Construction during the winter season poses challenges to general contractors and subcontractors alike. Wet weather, freezing temperatures and frigid winds can present serious safety concerns. By taking a few extra safety precautions, contractors can ensure
Construction in colder climates presents significant challenges for any contractor. Our current project, The Arbors at Brighton Park, located in Bloomfield, Connecticut, is a great example.
At Live Oak Contracting, we understand that cost is a driving factor behind any construction project. When bidding out a project, the lowest bid always seems the most attractive, but it doesn’t always lead to
It’s part of the Live Oak Contracting mission to work honestly in all aspects of our business. Our blog series, “Inside Live Oak,” gives you an insight into the Live Oak Team, their background, experience
The housing market recovery is in full swing led by multifamily developments and the rental sector in particular. Single-family home building is also on the rise with a growth rate of over 20 percent from
In a new report, Charleston, South Carolina posts fifth-highest home rental rate increase in U.S. Home prices aren’t the only real estate-related numbers going up in the Charleston area. Home rents are, too.
Two things are certain about concrete: it is going to harden and it is going to eventually crack. Although concrete has been a common building material since Roman times, solutions to its most common problems
In every area of the country, and especially in the South, general contractors are scrambling to find qualified project managers and skilled tradesmen. Subcontractors are experiencing the pinch of having more available work than hands
In any industry, market information is key. Knowing how the market is trending and what customers will desire, ahead of time, is incredibly useful information, but only if it is applied correctly. Live Oak Contracting
With the World Health Organization’s projection that 70 percent of the world’s people will live in cities by 2050, it is time that developers rethink how urban spaces are designed. Urban areas were historically comprised
With the demand for multifamily housing rising and vacancy rates decreasing, many developers and investors are choosing to renovate existing properties in addition building to new construction. Typically, this construction takes place in populous urban
Paul Bertozzi, managing partner at Live Oak Contracting, was recently invited to be a guest speaker at a senior Construction Financing course held at the University of Florida. Established in 1935 the Rinker School is
Live Oak Contracting believes in building long term partnerships based on integrity. From our Clients to our team of professionals, we incorporate a collaborative approach to every project, ensuring the highest quality product delivered on time and in budget.
