What do flying debris, airborne dust, and shattering glass have in common? They can all cause eye injuries. It’s no surprise that the construction industry ranks second among occupations with the highest rate of eye injuries, given the number of potential hazards that workers face each day. According the U.S. Bureau […]
Picking the right boots will keep your feet safe
You’ve just received a license from Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation, and you’re ready to get to work. But before you step onto your next job site, are your feet properly protected? Picking the right boots will keep your feet safe, comfortable, and could even help boost productivity in the long […]
Hone your pitch: Bidding tips for contractors
You just had a great meeting with a client about a home improvement job, and now you’ve been asked to provide an estimate for the project. You know they’re pricing the work with other contractors, so it’s important to put your bid in writing for the homeowner to review. When it comes to writing […]
New home starts, sales data signals good news for Florida contractors
New housing starts and home sales are considered to be indicators of economic strength. So the latest data should signal good news for Florida contractors and workers in the construction trades. The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development recently released statistics that show an uptick in new residential […]
Unlicensed contractors target of undercover investigation
Think unlicensed contracting work is no big deal? Think again. The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office recently announced the arrest of nine men in July on charges related to performing unlicensed contracting work, following an undercover investigation dubbed “Operation Freelancer IV.” With the help of Florida’s Department of Financial Services Division of Insurance […]
An ‘active’ year predicted for hurricanes in Florida
It’s mid-July, and we’re 1½ months into the 2017 Atlantic hurricane season. Weather forecasters have predicted an active hurricane season, with as many as 17 storms expected (and named, from Franklin to Jose, Ophelia to Tammy). A handful of those could turn from tropical storms into hurricanes, with sustained winds up to 74 to 95 […]