Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is about adding to the sustainability of the environment by constructing energy saving buildings and adding energy-saving features to existing buildings to reduce energy consumption. Contractors are always looking for ways to increase their marketability and find new clients. LEED is the sustainability standard and getting certified in green technology…
If you want to get a general contractor license, Oregon authorities require you to follow a series of steps so you can prove that you have the expertise and knowledge necessary to do your job well. Since contracting is a regulated profession in this state, it’s important to know how to follow the appropriate procedures.…
Susan Payton is the President of Egg Marketing & Communications, a content marketing & social media firm. She’s written three business books, and blogs about small business on sites including Forbes, AllBusiness, and The Marketing Eggspert Blog. The great thing about video is there are so many applications for it. You can use it to…
For construction companies, winter maintenance of their heavy equipment is much different than during the warmer months. It is always best to start transitioning over to winter maintenance habits in the fall, so that you and your workers are taking the necessary steps to combat the cold weather. The fall can also bring about an…
Growth in construction slowed during the economic slowdown but has been slowly recovering and that trend is expected to continue. Still, now is not the time to sit back and relax but to get out there and not only survive but thrive. Because margins are tighter, this is the time to face challenges and address…
When you run your own construction company, you need the best HR management system you can devise. Whether you’re hiring new employees, letting ineffective workers go, or staffing individual jobs, these four critical factors can influence the success of your contracting business. 1. Construction Industry Professionals Need Regular Training While an HR department might focus…
Using ideas for best practices lets a contractor take advantage of the latest technology, ideas, and techniques to bring a project to a successful conclusion. It is also a good idea to review overhead costs to see where improvements can be made. Best practice ideas change over the years, and keeping up with the latest…
Many people make New Year’s resolutions, and contractors can find that it is also a good idea to make resolutions to improve their business. Following are some suggestions that can help a contractor not only keep up but improve during the year, from taking advanced courses at contractor schools to becoming more efficient. Planning How…
According to Michigan.gov, the state of Michigan has seen a steady increase in residential home construction since 2012. While this is only one part of the overall Michigan construction industry, it is a good representation of the increase in revenue that is available for construction companies throughout the state. If you want to take advantage…
Contractors might spend most of their days in the real world rather than the virtual, examining materials, overseeing construction, and performing other duties for clients. However, many effective and useful online tools exist to help contractors do their jobs better, faster, and more effectively. The iRoofing app is just one of them. If you want…