Temporary Housing for Construction Workers in Bossier City, LA

Life as a construction worker isn’t easy. Long hours, physically demanding work and time away from home can make the job difficult. However, those who work in the industry know that it can be very rewarding as well. As a project manager, you can help find temporary housing for construction workers that can make life away from the job even more enjoyable.

As you begin your search, it's important to use the right terminology when looking for just the right rental. Some search terms include:

Houses for Rent in Shreveport LA
Man Camp
Workforce Housing
Short Term Rentals Shreveport
Corporate Housing

Hang your hard hat here. We offer furnished short term rentals that can help your boss save money on accommodations while also providing employees with a clean, comfortable place to stay.

Corporate housing may also be able to encourage young people leery of going into the construction field because it helps create a home-like, team-building atmosphere for success. Yes, the work is hard and dirty, but pay is good and opportunities are out there for advancement.

As a project manager, you can show all team members that you care about their personal lives by providing a pleasant “home” for them to relax in. Not only that, but you’ll also be able to save money with our on-demand solutions!

What is the best type of short term housing for construction workers?

Hotel rooms don’t house that many people…two or maybe four per room at the most. And that’s certainly not optimal. In a hotel room, you won't have the space to spread out and relax at the end of a hard work day. In addition, many hotels only have a fridge and microwave and no kitchen area, so you can't make much of your own food (more on that later in this article). Fully furnished short term rentals are a much better option.

Our Bossier City LA corporate rentals are available as one-, two- or three-bedroom units and come with all the amenities included. You’ll only have to pay for one unit or additional units as needed and can accommodate multiple team members in the same condo/house etc. This makes administration work easier for you as well (fewer bills). In addition, it can have the additional bonus of building team relationships within your crew as they will be living together comfortably during the construction job.

How can we help you save money on temporary housing for construction workers?

A corporate rental can help you and your crew save money on meals. Why pay more for fast food when you could get a home-cooked meal every night? Your construction crew can make their own meals in our fully equipped kitchens, which come complete with pots & pans, dishes, glassware, Keurig, stove, microwave and more!
Coin-operated laundry facilities can be an expensive thing of the past. Our housing for construction workers features washer / dryer machines as well as an ironing board and iron. After a long day working hard in the sun, sweaty and dirty clothes are common. Your construction crew can wash their clothes each evening if needed for maximum comfort (and less stinkyness!) during the long days in the heat and / or elements.
Avoid “hidden” costs like utilities by renting a place with the basics covered! Choose construction site temporary housing that includes electric, water, trash pickup, WiFi (high-speed internet) and cable TV with more than 8000 channels! We don’t skimp when it means helping you take care of your workers after a long day on a remote job site.
Tired and just want to chill after a long day of work? We’ve got you covered. Each bedroom features a queen- or king-size mattress and our bathrooms have a bathtub and shower for cleaning up after being outdoors. Then, sit down in the leather recliners or sofa and relax in front of the HDTV. Popcorn, anyone?

What are some general job duties for a construction laborer?

As a project manager, you’re used to overseeing the jobs of your team members. Here’s a very high-level overview of some of the types of jobs your laborers might have...and it's not limited to highway or residential work!

Infrastructure Repair and Maintenance - Construction workers may be hired for short-term projects focused on repairing or maintaining infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and utility systems. Two main highways in Shreveport are the Interstate 220 and LA 3132, which go around the city. Interstate 20 runs through the city from east to west and connects travelers to Bossier City. If your team is qualified to work on highway construction projects, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is someplace to start looking for job openings.
Remodeling and Renovation - These jobs often involve renovating residential or commercial properties, which can include interior upgrades, exterior improvements or adding new features to existing structures. One Shreveport-area project in the works is to repurpose an old building in downtown Shreveport as the newest State Office Building for Northwest Louisiana. According to KSLA News, the project should create around 500-600 more jobs in various sectors!
Disaster Relief and Reconstruction - After natural disasters or emergencies, temporary teams may be brought in to assist with relief efforts and rebuilding damaged properties.
Event and Exhibition Construction - Temporary construction jobs can also involve setting up structures for one-time or annual events, exhibitions, fairs or festivals.
Industrial Shutdowns and Turnarounds - Refineries or manufacturing plants may hire short-term help during shutdowns and turnarounds, where maintenance and upgrades are performed.
Specialized or Seasonal Projects - Construction workers with specialized skills, such as welders, electricians or carpenters, may be hired for short-term projects that require their specific expertise. In a similar kind of way, other jobs are seasonal in nature, such as road paving in warmer months or snow removal in colder regions. These jobs don't require a full-time, year-round staff person, but are important jobs when the season rolls around. Of course, here in Shreveport, we don't get much snow, so road re-pavement jobs will probably be more common in Louisiana than snow removal work!

What are some negatives for life as a construction worker?

Construction jobs inherently come with long hours and/or early morning start times. This helps construction crews avoid the hottest afternoon hours of the day, but can take adjustment to wake at earlier hours. Travel can be a benefit and also difficult on family life. If you’re a construction worker and have a family, this can make spending time with the kids more infrequent and a relationship with a significant other more strained.

Of course, construction work also has more workplace dangers / hazards than a normal 9-5 office job. Heavy equipment can malfunction, building materials can fall or the elements (rain, snow, ice, heat) can make a job particularly dangerous. Finally, the job is physically very demanding and requires a lot of effort from workers.

What are the benefits for working on a construction crew?

Many construction jobs let you work outside every day! For some people, this would be a negative, but others would love to have a job that gets them out into the fresh air on a regular basis. In addition, workers get to enjoy a team environment and don’t have to deal as much with customers vs. a retail job which would require constant customer interaction. Goodbye snarky people! As another added plus, construction work may help laborers build muscles and stay fit!

Some construction work requires regular travel from job to job. If you’re frequently on the road for work, you’ll have the added benefit of experiencing new places on a regular basis. Finally, an awesome benefit of construction work is the satisfaction of doing a project and seeing it to completion.

But what if you don’t have a crew and just need a short term rental for yourself? That’s okay too! If you’re in town on a remote job site to work as a painter, plumber, roofer, electrician, carpenter etc, we would love to speak with you about your needs. Give us a call at 318-548-6156.

You can also send a message on our Contact form to get more information on our fully furnished workforce housing! We look forward to hearing from you!