The first quarter of each year is a good time for contractors to meet with their sureties and bankers so everyone can review the...

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...

Modern construction equipment generates far greater loads onto the ground (reaction forces) than many contractors realize. While reaction forces are often discussed in the...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

When asked about the toughest part of a job, there is one answer that stands above the rest: dealing with people. Employees often get...