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The Utah Preconstruction Lien Process Explained

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Many Utah contractors are familiar with the construction lien process to secure payment for work or materials used in a building project. Utah actually gives them a similar payment tool, known as a preconstruction lien. However, the steps to claim one differ from the standard construction lien process. Preconstruction liens v.

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5 Challenges in Meeting Construction Deadlines and How To Solve Them

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Poor deployment of resources – when communication is poor, scheduling and staffing becomes inefficient. For example, workers may not know when and where important tools and machinery are available, and areas of the project that are ahead of schedule will not know to send workers to tasks that are falling behind.

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6 Ways the COVID-19 crisis will reshape the construction industry

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Contractors tend to be averse to using digital technology for meetings and conferences, instead opting to take the long drive to meet clients or setting a schedule to talk to employees in person. It is now apparent how critical it is to provide compensation and support to employees as strict community quarantines are placed.

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Construction Contract Tip: Pay Attention to “Coordination and Cooperation ” Clauses

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The subsequent delay affected construction sequencing and scheduling. The contractor initially agreed to avoid the encumbered area; however, the Board found the contractor did not waive its right to seek additional compensation for the denied access. Re Commercial Contractors Equipment, Inc. 2003 WL 22232953 (A.S.B.C.A.)

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Does GC Insurance Cover Subcontractors?

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For example, if a sub-sub fails to complete their obligation and causes schedule overruns, necessitates hiring a new sub, or causes another ripple effect, the policy will cover the costs associated with the failure. In some cases, a wrap policy may even include worker’s compensation coverage.

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Unique Tips To Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

Your contracts need a well-defined scope of work, clear payment terms, a reasonable schedule and a good change order clause. Flexible because you can allocate resources as need and scheduling is in your direct control. The completion schedule is too short and exposes you to monetary damages for failure to finish on time.

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New Contractor Business Start Up

Contractor Bookkeeping

Your contracts need a well-defined scope of work, clear payment terms, a reasonable schedule and a good change order clause. Flexible because you can allocate resources as need and scheduling is in your direct control. The completion schedule is too short and exposes you to monetary damages for failure to finish on time.