Expecting the Unexpected in Construction

Construction is a pretty straightforward process. Get the buildings blueprints and build the building. There are a lot of details between this and that, but the process remains largely the same. But just like in life, even the most straightforward process on paper can get off track with many factors outside of your control. Here…

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Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet

If you have ever been through a construction project or maybe in the future, here are some terms that can come up and what they mean. Addendum– Addition to the drawings that change the original contract specifics. ADA Compliance– When a building will be accessible for all according to the Americans with Disabilities Act. As-Built…

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Do you have what it takes to be in construction?

It’s not an easy answer. Construction work is as varied as the projects we do. When we are looking to hire for our construction crew, we like to ask some questions to make sure the person will be a good fit. Do you like working outside? This question is a big one because the person…

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Janotta & Herner Mourns The Death Of A Co-founder

  James Herner (88) co-founder of Janotta & Herner, Inc. (JHI) of Monroeville, has died as a result of injuries sustained in a two-vehicle accident in Erie County Friday, January 21, 2021. Jim along with Bob Janotta, started the design build construction company in 1962.  JHI was formed in Janotta’s North Street garage and the…

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How to transition an idea to reality with a construction project

You have a great idea of how you want to improve your current facilities, or finally start that new business you’ve always wanted. You have an idea of how you want your new building or addition to look but how do you take your thoughts and turn them into a plan? No matter how many…

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What happens before you start construction?

A construction project doesn’t start when the crew shows up on the jobsite. Preplanning is just as important as the actual construction on the job. After the project manager gets the go ahead to move forward on a project, they will assign a superintendent. The superintendent is the go-to person on-site responsible for the day…

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New Director of Business Development at Janotta & Herner

Janotta & Herner has announced Tyler Wasserman will assume the role of Director of Business Development effective August 1, 2020. “We are thrilled to have Tyler lead our business development efforts, said CEO Paul Roeder. “Tyler has been with Janotta & Herner since last September and brings energy, integrity and a business skillset that will…

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What is Design-Build?

“I have a project that I want to do. Where do I go from here?” Some companies might get an architect to draw up a design. The company would then take the plans to a few construction companies to see what the cost would be to turn the design into a reality. They would then…

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Janotta & Herner Welcomes New Chief Executive Officer

Janotta & Herner has recently added Paul J. Roeder to their company as Chief Executive Officer. He will also be Chief Executive Officer to sister companies Firelands Fabrication in New London and 620 Construction in Medina.  “The board is excited to have Paul join the Janotta & Herner family, said Board Member Ken Schafer. “His…

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Construction 101

When you are driving down the road and see a construction site, what is the first thing you ask yourself? I bet 9 times out of 10 it’s “what’s going there?”. But have you ever thought about the process itself? What goes into putting a new building together? Our first exploration into our industry will…

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