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Scorch-Proof Your Jobsite

Tips to Work Smarter( and Cooler) This Summer

By Lauren Bongard

As the weather warms up, jobsites start feeling less like construction zones and more like open-air saunas. Along with being uncomfortable, heat drains energy, slows productivity, wears on equipment and can become downright dangerous.

Surviving the summer swelter takes more than guzzling water and hoping for the best. Smart scheduling, the right gear and strategic planning can make all the difference. We talked with some pros to get their top tips for keeping things cool when the jobsite feels like the inside of an oven.
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