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Insurance for HVAC Contractors: What It Covers and Why You Need It

Levelset

HVAC contractor insurance is the primary way to help protect your financial interest if things go wrong on the job. This contractor’s insurance solution is typically the most cost-effective means to secure coverage and give you peace of mind. What is HVAC contractor insurance? Who needs HVAC insurance?

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What Is an Installation Floater?

Levelset

” You may already have an insurance policy that offers coverage for business property and general liability. An installation floater is a form of insurance coverage that protects the value of building materials that will become a permanent part of a commercial or residential structure. Who needs installation floater insurance?

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Using masonry for wet flood-proofing

Construction Specifier

Dry flood-proofing implies a new design for a structure or retrofit additions to an existing facility that prevents the entry of flood waters. Wet flood-proofing, on the other hand, involves an intentional design process to allow water to enter a structure built with flood-resistant materials like masonry. by Harry Lubitz, CDT.

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A glossary of terms with reference to Construction Cost Estimating

Construction Cost Estimating

This value usually does not include the preplanning, site or right of way acquisition, or design costs, and may not include start-up and commissioning costs. Some refer to these risks as "known-unknowns" because the estimator is aware of them, and based on past experience, can even estimate their probable costs.

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Essential BIM Terminology

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Often just considered 3D design, building information modeling (BIM) also acts as a collaborative work platform. This contributes to faster project delivery as changes are minimized in the design phase. This contributes to faster project delivery as changes are minimized in the design phase. BIM Levels. BIM Execution Plan.

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8 essential steps for effective project cost estimation and budgeting

Fieldwire

Finding your niche can benefit your brand, gaining repeat business from general contractors and design-build construction firms. Calculate labor costs Labor costs include worker wages, taxes, insurance premiums, retirement contributions, vacation and sick leaves, and union dues. On average, remodelers net 4.7% before taxes.

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constructionattorneyblog: Fiduciary Duty by Design Professionals?

Construction Lawyer

All references to "Sabo & Zahn" refer to Sabo & Zahn LLC. Fiduciary Duty by Design Professionals? Edwards, an attorney with Byron & Edwards in San Diego, CA, providing an overview of cases alleging a breach of fiduciary duties by design professionals. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors.

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