Do research. There are scores of free logo creation sites on the web. Enter "free logo design" in an Internet browser to start a search. Some sites even specialize in logos for the construction industry. Base your decision on design quality and customer referrals.

Choose a style. Browse through different logo designs and pick one that best fits your company and the construction industry. Some of these might include a ladder, lumber, cement mixer or truck. You can narrow search results by using website filters that categorize templates according to theme or business type.

Check out the competition. Visit competitor websites to get ideas on different designs and to make sure your logo is not similar to other companies.

Select colors and fonts. Decide on the color scheme for your logo. Use either one or multiple colors. You also might want to refer to a color wheel to find corresponding tints and shades. Choose fonts that best work with your icon or graphic.

Save your design. Make sure to save the logo on your computer in a format that can be easily opened for future use. Various websites also might allow you to save your design on their servers.

Verify your logo. Perform a design search of your logo. Make sure no other company already has registered the emblem as a trademark. Searches can be performed by a trademark attorney or by yourself through the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Transfer logo. Use the logo on your company website, letterhead or other marketing materials.