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Navigating the complexities of construction law is crucial for any contractor looking to build a resilient business. With decades of experience, Trent Cotney’s blog is your essential resource for staying ahead of legal challenges and ensuring your business is equipped for long-term success.
HVAC Contractors Should Be Wary of These 7 Mistakes
Even the most experienced heating and air conditioning contractors make a mistake every now and…
How Technology Plays an Integral Role in Reducing Work-Related Risks
Every year, new technology is introduced to the construction industry in hopes of improving workflows,…
Helpful Phrases for Diffusing Volatile Situations on the Project Site
When things go wrong on the project site, tempers flare, resulting in harsh words and…
Emergency and Standby Power Systems
Generators play an important role in providing electric power when access to the local supply…
Improving Your Bidding Strategy
In the world of competitive construction bidding, there’s no consolation prize for a losing bid….
Oregon OSHA’s ABCs of Project Site Safety: A – B
In an effort to spread awareness about Oregon OSHA’s concerns relating to workplace safety, the…
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The recent surge in “megaprojects” across the nation isn’t just a phase. These behemoth construction…
Plan, Equip, and Train for Winter Weather Part 2
It’s 6 p.m. and the sun is rapidly setting over the snowy white fields where…
Plan, Equip, and Train for Winter Weather Part 1
Winter construction presents an array of unique challenges for contractors and their workers. As temperatures…
Soil Classification and Testing in Construction Excavation
In the United States, more than 800 construction workers die while working on the project…
OSHA Regulations on Scaffolding Safety
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 65 percent of the construction industry…
How to Prevent the Leading Causes of Death Among Roofing Contractors Part 1
According to a study by the Center for Construction Research and Training, roofing has the…
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Four Key Clauses for Safety Manuals
Manuals should clearly define training, monitoring, disciplinary consequences and safety requirements. Here are four key…
Ladders are present on virtually every jobsite and provide employees with convenient options to access…
Mold Disclaimer Contract Provision
Mold and microbial growth may exist on a project prior to a roofing contractor performing…
Tips for Nail Gun Safety Part 1
Any construction professional knows how much the use of nail guns expedites a project. The…
New Website Could Change the Game for Roofing Contractors
With a few simple clicks of the keyboard, negative reviews on the internet can potentially…
Increasing Productivity and Combating Absenteeism Part 2
Increased productivity and minimal absenteeism may as well be synonymous with revenue. In Part 1…
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Federal contracts allow construction firms to provide their services to large-scale projects on the local,…
Construction projects require meticulous planning between multiple parties to bring a design from concept to…
Charlotte Construction Defect Attorney
The last word you want to hear after spending months on a project is “defect.”…
Are Change Orders Costing Your Business Time and Money? Keep These 4 Tips in Mind
In an industry known for tight deadlines, cost overruns, and unforeseen circumstances, change orders are…
3 Winter Safety Tips for Construction Sites
Wintertime in the Great Lakes State brings frigid temperatures and months of wet conditions and…
Portable Ladders and Fall Protection
How many times have you seen a meme or online video where someone uses a…
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