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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

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Construction is one of the hardest industries to manage cash flow in, with contractors often facing large up-front costs and frequent, long delays between expenses and payment. The basics of retainage Retainage, also called retention, is an amount withheld from the contractor until a later date.

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What Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

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If you want to be a contractor, being licensed and bonded will have a major impact on your ability to work in the city and state where you live and work. Many state and local governments require that contractors who perform work above a threshold amount obtain licenses. What Are Surety Bonds? Bond Types.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

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Home » Blogs. Before jumping into BIM with both feet, let’s work on some fundamentals. Does the distance between the suspended ceiling and the beam allow enough clearance for the mechanical equipment? Equipment Management. Resource Center. Equipment and Services Directory. Ask the Expert. Hardhat Connect. Industry News.

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4 Things You Need To Know About Snow Removal Insurance

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Snow removal insurance can offer a wide variety of policies to protect contractors and their businesses. Because of their nature of work, snow removal contractors are usually exposed to many risks, which may include anything from third-party injuries to equipment. But what exactly is this coverage all about?

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Preventing Falls: How Contractors can Master Ladder Safety One Step at a Time

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So, with falls being a fear for contractors, initiatives like National Ladder Safety Month are vital. In this blog, let’s break down the major causes of ladder-related injuries, the safety essentials for contractors, and how to ensure safety and compliance for your workers at all times!

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5 Challenges in Meeting Construction Deadlines and How To Solve Them

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Each project will consist of an intricate network of contractors and subcontractors that must be on the same page in order for important construction goals and milestones to be reached. Among the pitfalls of poor communication include: Rework – not only is obliterating freshly finished work expensive, but it is extremely time consuming.

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Seven Traits of Profitable Specialty Contractors

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Here are seven traits of profitable contractors. Specialty contractors thrive on providing expertise in specific areas; however, if that expertise is not in demand, it has little value. Because specialty firms are hired for their unique expertise, they can often charge more for their work. In-Demand Expertise.