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 …
When finding a contractor to work on a house or office, the first step people take is to ask friends and family for a referral. Or they look online to see what customers say about a contractor’s work in their area. Let’s look at several ways referrals and reviews from your customers can help boost …
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Look around and you’ll see everyone on their phones, tablets, or computers checking out the latest social media posts from families, friends, influencers, travel logs, restaurants, hotels, etc. They’re also checking out the latest for home renovation inspiration, building trends, other construction-related ideas. As a contractor, having a social presence on platforms where you can …
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Using your construction online presence to generate leads can be an efficient and cost-effective platform when done right. It does take some work, though on your part, unless you opt to hire a marketing firm to help you. Following are some tips for generating organic traffic to your website for more leads and opportunities for …
Today’s risks coupled with a litigious environment require contractors to look carefully at their Liability insurance program to make sure they have enough coverage in place in the event of a serious loss for which they are found to be responsible. While underlying policies such as Commercial General Liability (CGL) or Commercial Auto insurance address …
Classification codes play a significant role for contractors, including when it comes to Workers’ Compensation insurance. Insurance companies use industry and employee classifications to assess risk levels and calculate premiums. Most insurance companies use codes established by the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI)—an independent organization that gathers and analyzes data on workers’ compensation insurance. …
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For any major construction project, there are seemingly endless requirements that the architects, the designers, and the construction crew must adhere to. But for contractors, following current building codes is of the utmost importance for a number of reasons. Contractors, of course, already hold an incredibly important position in any build, as they oversee so …
The Preferred Contractors Association (PCA) provides builders with a collaborative community, tools, and information to grow as construction professionals. Member Portal for Best Practices, Risk Management & Safety The PCA member portal is powered by Zywave, a leader in insurance software and producer of industry-specific risk management and safety resources. Members gain access to one …
For construction projects big and small, the right contractor is crucial to success. While for decades finding a contractor was a word-of-mouth game built on personal references, today’s modern world is filled with seemingly endless online apps and platforms that give users almost instant access to contractors. But not every app is built the same. …
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Contractor’s Pollution Liability (CPL) insurance is valuable protection for contractors who proactively manage environmental risks, comply with regulations, fulfill contractual obligations, protect their financial interests, and ensure responsible environmental practices throughout their operations. A CPL policy provides protection against potentially significant costs and liabilities associated with pollution incidents in the construction industry. Environmental Protection Contractors …
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