In order to perform construction work, many states require contractors to be “licensed and bonded.” What does that mean? Well, every state sets its own rules for contractor licensing, and contractors often must purchase a surety bond in order to
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How to Start a Painting Business: 9 Keys to Growth & Success
If you’re looking to start a painting business, it’s time to get rolling — or brushing, or spraying. Industry research reveals that the US painting industry includes over 255,000 businesses with total annual revenues exceeding $35 billion. It’s an excellent…
How to Start a Plumbing Business: 9 Keys to Getting off the Ground
If you’re looking to start a plumbing business, it’s the perfect time to get with the flow. Industry research shows that the US plumbing industry includes over 130,000 businesses (and more than 500,000 employees) with total annual revenues exceeding $130…
How to Start an Electrical Business: 9 Tips for Growth
If you’re looking to start an electrical business, it’s the perfect time to flip the switch. Industry research shows that the US electrical industry has more than 1 million employees working for 200,000 businesses — and annual revenue exceeding $200…
Ohio Demolition & Revitalization Construction: What’s Getting Funding & How Contractors Can Benefit
With the announcement of its new budget for 2022-2023, Ohio is taking a huge step forward with state-funded development and infrastructure buildup. Governor Mike DeWine has approved a staggering $3.5 billion in funding for community projects across the state both…
Bigger, Better Jobs: Tips for Getting the Jobs That Help Grow Your Business
There is no shortage of work in the construction industry right now. Yet, upfront costs are barriers for many specialty contractors interested in taking on more significant projects but face the challenge of waiting on payment from past jobs.
Delayed…
How to Get Paid on Georgia Public Projects
As a major focus of the Biden administration’s Build Back Better plan, the federal government is allocating over a trillion dollars in funding for public infrastructure construction projects over the course of the next decade. A big amount of that…
How to Get Paid on Oregon Public Projects
As a major focal point of the Biden administration’s Build Back Better plan, the federal government is allocating over a trillion dollars in funding for public infrastructure construction projects over the course of the next decade. A large amount of…
Does a Lien Affect Your Credit Score?
If you receive a notice that a lien has been filed on your property, you may wonder how it will affect your credit score and your ability to borrow money or get credit. Mechanics liens are different from other collection…
Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)
To those on the jobsite day-to-day, it’s no surprise that construction consistently tops the list of the most dangerous industries in the US. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for maintaining workplace safety across…