Prost Builders, Inc. receives 2025 BBB Torch Award for Ethics
Columbia, Mo., Dec. 3, 2025 – Prost Builders, Inc. is a 2025 Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) Columbia Torch Award for Ethics winner. BBB Torch Awards for Ethics recognize the businesses and organizations in our communities that meet the highest standard of trust. Three businesses are being recognized in the Columbia
The Last Strategy for Reducing the Cost of Your Next Project
This story was originally published in the August 2024 issue of CBT. Prost Builders carefully vets its professional trade contractor partners to ensure the success of projects and Strategy No. 7 is exactly about that. Sean Lundy, president and CEO of MP Lundy Construction, Inc. and an inaugural member of
The Positive Impacts of Inflation and Tariffs in Commercial Construction
This story was originally published in the December 2025 issue of CBT. The big increase in construction pricing came when inflation was high and needed to be controlled, which in turn affected construction budgets. Since then, manufacturers and importers have kept tariff price increases much lower than predicted or expected.
Why the lowest bid isn’t always the best bid
This story was originally published in the October 2025 issue of CBT. The lowest commercial construction bid is not always the best in a bidding process, because price is just one factor—and not always the most important one—when selecting a contractor. Here’s why: Quality May Be Compromised Low bids often cut corners on labor,
Why Homeowners Need to Go Solar Before the End of 2025: Residential Federal Tax Credit Ends in 2025
This story was originally published in the September 2025 issue of CBT. President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” signed July 4, 2025, eliminates the 30% Residential Clean Energy Credit for solar systems installed after December 31, 2025. What was originally scheduled to phase out by 2034 under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)
Why Prost Builders, a Central Missouri Homegrown General Contractor, is a Better Choice than an Out-of-Town Competitor
This story was originally published in the August 2025 issue of CBT. When it comes to choosing a general contractor or design-builder for your construction project-be it a commercial or institutional facility-one name stands out in Central Missouri-PROST BUILDERS. As one of the largest general contractor/design-builders in the state, they
Why Prost Builders Should Be Your First Choice for Your New Facility
This story was originally published in the July 2025 issue of CBT. When embarking on your journey of constructing a new facility-the stakes are high! Your facility represents a major investment — financially, operationally, and in terms of your brand’s future. That’s why choosing the right construction partner is one
Our Commitment to Excellence Impacts Every Aspect of the Industry
This story was originally published in the June 2025 issue of CBT. At Prost Builders, we believe high-quality construction is fundamental to business success — both in reputation and long-term financial gains and this is why: Reputation and Client Trust General contractors rely on strong relationships and repeat business. High-quality
More Myths about the Commercial Construction Industry
This story was originally published in the May 2025 issue of CBT. Myth #5 Safety standards are always compromised in commercial construction. Fact: Safety is a top priority in commercial construction and the industry is governed by strict regulations. Organizations such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enforce
Dispeling Myths About the Commercial Construction Industry
This story was originally published in the April 2025 issue of CBT. MYTH #1 Commercial construction projects are always expensive and over budget. While it’s true that many construction projects can go over budget, this is not always the case. Good planning, effective management, and choosing the right contractors can