You can control your design, your materials, and even your budget — but not labor inflation. In 2025, labor is becoming the new construction bottleneck , and it’s hitting builders and lot owners hard. 💸 Skilled Labor Shortage = Higher Daily Rates Across the Philippines, masons, finishers, and electricians are becoming harder to find. Many are leaving for overseas jobs where pay is 2–3x higher.The result? Local labor rates are increasing by 10–15% per year , and skilled work

Have you been waiting for the “right time” to start building your dream home or project? You’re not alone — but here’s the truth that most lot owners and builders overlook: every month you delay, you pay more. 💸 The Rising Cost of Construction in 2025–2026 In the past 12 months alone, steel and cement prices in the Philippines have jumped by 12% , and labor rates continue to rise as skilled workers migrate abroad. Experts now forecast another 8–10% increase in 2026 , driven

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