Our research team compiled and analyzed population growth data to create an updated report on Texas’s fastest-growing cities heading into 2026. Texas continues to lead the nation in population growth, with 7 of the 15 fastest-growing cities in the U.S. for the second consecutive year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Vintage 2025 estimates (released […]
Texas Infrastructure Investment: 2026 Report our research team analyzed the most comprehensive dataset to date on Texas infrastructure investment and spending across transportation, water, energy, and digital sectors. This 2026 edition reflects the most recent state and federal commitments entering the 2026 planning cycle, drawing from official state budget documents, federal allocations, and long-range infrastructure […]
Our research team at Kitching & Co. DirtworX analyzed excavation pricing data across the United States, compiling cost information from over 150 contractors in five major regions. This 2026 update reflects the most recent pricing trends entering the 2026 construction season, providing updated industry benchmarks for excavation costs per cubic yard. Our analysis continues to […]
Dallas-Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing construction markets in the U.S., with excavation companies playing a central role in preparing land for development. To identify the most capable excavation partners in 2026, our research team conducted an updated, criteria-driven review of leading excavation and sitework contractors across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. The goal was […]
Our research team analyzed excavation safety data from construction sites across 42 US states, compiling statistics from over 2,400 excavation projects. This study establishes proprietary, data-driven benchmarks for excavation safety to support reliable comparisons across projects and regions. Excavation work represents one of the most hazardous activities in construction operations, with cave-ins accounting for the […]
