A Google Business Profile allows businesses to manage their online presence across Google. To help customers find your business, you can verify your business and edit your business information. It lets you control how your company is displayed on Google and tell others more about your business and services. Here are several reasons why your […]

The goal of our Gaslamp blog is to write about and share topics that are relevant and informative for the construction industry. We take a look at specific insurance policies and coverages and how they respond to contractor-related exposures, construction trends and their impact, the market outlook for the various classes of businesses that comprise

Construction management software (CMS) consists of digital tools to help streamline and enhance the management and execution of construction projects. The software provides project managers, contractors, and stakeholders with efficient ways to plan, organize, and execute construction projects – particularly valuable for larger projects with many moving parts. CMS Functionalities The functionalities of CMS are

With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners and business owners are already planning their decorations. Some holiday decorations are quite elaborate, including creating an extravagant winter wonderland that includes extensive exterior light installation and elaborate holiday scenes for all to experience. Other holiday decorations are low-key but still involve heights in installing the lights

As the year draws to a close, we thought it would be helpful to look ahead at the construction industry and see what’s in store for 2024. Over the past few years, supply chain issues, labor shortages, economic uncertainty, inflation, and rising interest rates have challenged the construction industry. However, even with these factors, demand

As a contractor, you’re intimately involved with the bidding process. But if you’re looking to expand your business, you might be on the lookout for tips and tricks that will help you stand out from the competition. Luckily, there are a number of ways you can set yourself apart in the construction bidding process, and

Bonds and insurance are both critical risk management tools for the construction industry, but they perform different functions and have distinct features. A surety bond is a financial instrument. It financially guarantees that if the principal (the contractor) fails to meet contractual obligations (such as finishing a project, following through on a bid, paying subcontractors

You’re planning work on a new build or renovation project, so it’s time to get Builders Risk insurance. A Builders Risk policy is temporary Property coverage designed to protect buildings and structures under construction or renovation. Coverage ends when the project is complete, with policies typically written for three, six, nine, or 12 months. Under

These days, when a customer has a question, the first place they turn to is the Internet. For better or worse, Google has become our trusted source of advice on all things, including insurance! From the general to the specific, search engines are ready to pop out answers to life’s queries. From personal to business

Construction sites are inherently hazardous environments, with the most common types of injuries being slips and falls, struck by an object, electrocution, and caught in between. Here are some essential safety reminders to help prevent on-the-job injuries. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Most injuries from being struck by an object, such as being hit by a