Even if you think a hard hat looks ridiculous, it’s essential. They didn’t create hard hats for nothing! Contractors have dangerous jobs, and they shouldn’t be removed because a person… Read more »

Job site safety is critical, especially when there’s thousands of dollars of equipment and tools laying around. Unfortunately, it even becomes more crucial after a job site theft occurs. Whether… Read more »

What comes to mind when you think of a contractor? Hard hats? Hammers? Utility belts? Construction sites? Heavy machinery? Ladders? How about a blog? Yup, that’s right – a blog…. Read more »

Construction sites are filled with hustle and bustle – there’s always a lot going on. It can be a very demanding job managing all the moving parts of a site…. Read more »

The holiday season is here! Now is the perfect time to get your favorite contractor (family member or friend) or yourself a great gift that helps them with their train…. Read more »

The heat is no fun to work in. That hot sun mixed with concrete and humidity – sounds like a recipe for disaster. Unfortunately for those contractors in the Sunshine… Read more »

If you own your own contractor business or manage a lot within the company you work for, you may deal with site inventory. In this position, you take charge of… Read more »

When it comes to electricians, 85,900 professionals will be needed to fill electrician jobs by 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The need for electricians will continue… Read more »

In today’s world, DIY ( do it yourself) projects are all the rage. From home improvements to a child’s birthday celebration, people are creating, building, and crafting things all up… Read more »

Did you know that construction equipment theft is a really big problem? Unfortunately, it is. Contractors truly have to concern themselves with this issue. Construction zones and project areas are… Read more »

To be a contractor, you need good communication skills. You don’t necessarily have to be a “people person,” per se, but you do have to know how to effectively communicate… Read more »

You’ve invested a lot in your career. So why not keep that investment growing?   Joining a trade organization has many benefits, and could help you expand your circle of… Read more »

  What do flying debris, airborne dust, and shattering glass have in common?   They can all cause eye injuries.   It’s no surprise that the construction industry ranks second… Read more »

  You’ve just received a license from Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation, and you’re ready to get to work. But before you step onto your next job site,… Read more »

 Florida’s housing market continued to heat up in July, as it picked up steam for the second summer month.   Florida Realtors reported that July was a strong month for… Read more »

  The U.S. construction industry added 28,000 jobs in August, but contractors expressed difficulties finding experienced workers.   According to reports by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the… Read more »

Do you know what a general contractor does exactly? What the position entails? There’s so many different types of contractors today that it can be hard to remember who does… Read more »

You just had a great meeting with a client about a home improvement job, and now you’ve been asked to provide an estimate for the project. You know they’re pricing… Read more »

New housing starts and home sales are considered to be indicators of economic strength. So the latest data should signal good news for Florida contractors and workers in the construction… Read more »

A contractor needs to be in with the new. Whether it’s the latest trend or technique, he or she has to be well versed in the present and future of… Read more »