Contractors in every state need to comply with a variety of construction laws, from environmental regulation to employment statutes. When it comes to paying workers on public projects in Wisconsin, contractors need to follow the state’s prevailing wage requirements.
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How Much Does it Cost to Build an Apartment Complex?
For investors and contractors alike, it’s hard to deny the appeal of building apartment complexes. Between the efficient repetition during the building process or the rent payments at the end, there’s potential to make a lot of money. But before
How Much Does it Cost To Build a School?
Whether you’re a builder moving into the education sector or a school administrator proposing a new building, knowing the cost to build a school is important for budgeting, estimating, and forecasting. In general, the cost to build a school ranges
Comparing Your Notice Service to a Full Lien Rights Solution
There’s a new way to manage your lien rights and keep financial risk at bay in the construction industry. Archaic notice services are no longer cutting it for leading contractors and suppliers who are looking to grow and dominate in
Construction Risk Management: The 5-Step Process to Reduce & Manage Risk
All construction projects are risky. The work is risky for both workers and the companies involved. Everyone must plan ahead to handle potential problems that may occur on each project. Construction risk management is a necessary process to ensure that
What Is an Excusable Delay in Construction?
On an ideal construction project, contractors stay on schedule and meet every deadline to complete the job on time. Unfortunately, things rarely go so smoothly. Delays are extremely common, and they cost people money, time, and reputation. Of course, whenever
What Is Sustainable Construction?
Sustainable construction is the practice of creating a healthy indoor environment that’s based on ecological principles. The goal is to reduce the construction industry’s impact on the environment by utilizing sustainable development practices, energy efficiency measures, and taking advantage
The 6 Stages of a Construction Project & the Contractors Involved
When it comes to a construction project, nothing happens overnight. There are a lot of moving parts, and every job requires meticulous planning and oversight. But rather than deal with the project as one big undertaking, it’s more manageable to
How Purchase Order Financing Works in Construction
While most companies hope and pray for a large contract to come in, the truth is it can put a company under financial stress. Once a supplier or contractor receives a purchase order from their customer, they need to purchase
Hiring & Paying Subcontractors: A Construction Guide
Without subcontractors, the construction industry wouldn’t exist. General contractors rely on subs’ specialized licenses, expertise, and ability to deliver their portion of a project on time. And, for their efforts, subcontractors need to get paid. Hiring and paying your subcontractors