When businesses or homeowners start considering contractors for specific jobs, there is a strong temptation to go with an unlicensed contractor and save money. Some unlicensed contractors even come highly recommended from past customers for the quality of their work and their professionalism. But in every case, the positive aspects of hiring an unlicensed contractor…
As a contractor, you’re responsible for all the resources your company uses to fulfill your obligations to clients. The Business Dictionary defines resource management as “the process of using a company’s resources in the most efficient way possible.” If you don’t have resource management skills, you can use these strategies to further develop them. Protect…
Contractors have a lot of responsibility. They must have extensive knowledge of zoning regulations and building codes, along with construction and architectural design requirements. Whether overseeing the construction of a residential building or large commercial project, care must be taken to ensure that the complexity of a project is understood. When it is not, the…
With 2016 on the horizon, you might be thinking about starting a new career as a contractor. If you are planning to start contractor school in 2016, you can start preparing now. Follow these tips to ensure that you are ready to receive a top-notch education in residential or commercial contracting. Get a Job In…
There are numerous reasons why an individual might want to get a contractor’s license in Minnesota. Being a contractor gives you the ability to operate your own business. The better your reputation grows, the more money you can make – and job growth is steady in this field. Learning how to get a contractor license…
Your contractor has finished the job, and it looks even better than you could imagine in your wildest dreams. Your sigh of gratitude says so. To thank your contractor, you’ve decided to get him or her a gift for Christmas. What would be appropriate? Hare are great gifts for contractors, because we have you covered.…
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Working on a construction site comes with its own issues because employees are out in all types of weather. One problem that construction supervisors and contractors have to deal with is how to provide a source of warmth for employees who are working out in the cold. Ensuring some measure of comfort in a job…
Oregon contractors must develop several essential skills that benefit them in the office as well as on the job site. Whether you’ve worked as a contractor for 10 years or just received your license yesterday, focus on developing these five important skills to further your career. 1. Commercial Acuity The best Oregon contractors can determine…
According to PCA, the United States uses more than 76 million metric tons of concrete every year. Concrete is essential for numerous construction projects, from roads and bridges to homes and office buildings. It’s one of the most diverse materials in the world — and one of the strongest. Now, it’s getting an upgrade. Self-healing…