Construction industry in the United States

The construction industry in the United States is one of the major sectors of the country's economy.[1] As of November 1, 2022 there are over 745,000 general contractor LLCs employing over 7.6 million in its workforce, putting up almost US$1.4 trillion worth of structures annually.[1]

Workforce

In 2006 unauthorized immigrants comprised 12% of the workforce.[2]

Pest treatment

Termites are a constant threat here, as they are in much of the world.[3] New construction here often requires pre- or post- treatment or both.[3]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "Construction Data | Associated General Contractors of America". Associated General Contractors of America. Retrieved November 1, 2022.
  2. ^ Kochhar, Rakesh (2008). Latino Labor Report, 2008: Construction Reverses Job Growth for Latinos (Report). Pew Hispanic Center. pp. ix+29. Retrieved November 1, 2022.
  3. ^ a b Specialty Consultants (March 2022). A Strategic Analysis of the U.S. Structural Pest Control Industry – The 2021 Season (Report).


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