Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral. Because of its heat-resistant fibers, it was regularly used in housing insulation, among numerous other goods, from the 1940s through the 1970s. Besides being flame retardant, it was also an inexpensive... (Read More)
You know that meeting and networking with new people can help you grow your company. And in a day and age where we can connect online and in-person with virtually anyone, the possibilities to make important connections are endless. Are you... (Read More)
Running a business is no small feat. If you ask the U.S. Small Business Administration, they'll tell you that one-third of all new companies fail in the first two years. Half of all new businesses make it four years, and only 40% survive for six... (Read More)
Covid-19 hit the construction industry hard. However, now despite challenges, the industry is trending upward. Growth is expected in all construction sectors, so now might be a good time for you to start that contracting business you've been... (Read More)
Research tells us that as a society, we aren't such great listeners. Too often, we’re so focused on what we’re going to say next that we don't take the time to really hear what others have to tell us. As a business leader, though, being a... (Read More)
Got stress? Whether you're facing an important deadline, having trouble getting your kids to do their homework or struggling with a to-do list that seems to grow longer each minute, stress is an inevitable part of the lives of most Americans. Add a... (Read More)
Something you may be asked about when assessing a building or performing contracting duties is to assess the risk of lead poisoning.
Lead was used for many years in paints and other products found in and around our homes, schools and office... (Read More)
With pollution on the rise, it is becoming increasingly important to find ways to protect our natural resources, from air to water to soil. Soil remediation is the process of removing contaminants from soil. Contaminated soil can be caused by a... (Read More)
Even the jobsites run by the most seasoned construction managers can have things go very wrong. It only takes one mishap for everything to spiral out of control and for a construction project to be shut down. When work shuts down, no one is happy... (Read More)
Why do contractors need pollution liability insurance? Shouldn’t this be covered under a commercial general liability insurance policy? There is a history of pollution liability in the United States, which brought about the need for a special... (Read More)