Now is a Good Time for Contractors to Meet with Financial...
The first quarter of each year is a good time for contractors to meet with their sureties and bankers so everyone can review the...
When to Rent, When to Buy
Not long ago, purchasing compact equipment wasn’t financially viable for a number of construction contractors. Commercial and residential projects dried up, cash reserves were...
Solid Ground
Modern construction equipment generates far greater loads onto the ground (reaction forces) than many contractors realize. While reaction forces are often discussed in the...
Strategic Assumptions
By Jill J. Johnson
Today’s business climate is exceptionally volatile and complex. In this type of uncertain environment, it is essential to reassess all of...
On Track
By Theresa Ball, Vice President, Valley Bank
Great companies persevere despite adversity because they have a sense of purpose that guides their way. It’s a...
Special Inspections
By Tommy Faulkner
Special inspections originated in response to public safety concerns over a series of catastrophic structural failures in the late 1970s and early...
New Beauty of Block
Today’s architects, engineers, and contractors have the tall task of designing structures that check all the boxes: safe, stylish, sustainable, and all within budget....
Company Retreats
By Christine Corelli
Company retreats represent a
significant investment of time and energy. Many construction contractors and related
businesses refrain from holding them because they are...
Next-Gen Tech
The construction industry is on the road to a major labor crisis. ABC figures show the U.S. construction workforce shortage topped half a million...
Be The Leader
When asked about the toughest part of a job, there is one answer that stands above the rest: dealing with people. Employees often get...









