Journal of Light Construction: Employees

Using XactRemodel to Increase Profitability

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:26:12 EST

The best part of this estimating software is its extensive database of item costs, says the author

A Punch List That Doesn't Knock You Out

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:37:44 EST

Define the problems you will be responsible for and set clear procedures for final payment

Fixing Chinese Drywall: A Tampa Builder Hits Top Gear

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 02:29:53 EST

Carelessness helped create Florida’s Chinese drywall disaster. Cleaning it up is a job for a very careful builder.

Builders Hampered By Labor Scarcity As Demand For Homes Surges

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 09:52:16 EST

Sales and prices are up, and inventories are low. Builders need to boost production, but the supply of skilled trades is tight.

Colorado Monoxide Case Moves Toward Trial

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 10:13:39 EST

A Colorado general contractor’s day in court is approaching in a wrongful death lawsuit brought by relatives of a family poisoned by carbon monoxide at a ski chalet.

Labor Shortages May Stifle Construction Rebound

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 04:31:30 EST

It’s early yet, but signs of a tight labor market are already starting to show.

The 10-Minute Profit Check

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 10:56:38 EST

Checking weekly that actual expenses are in line with the estimate alerts you to overruns

OSHA Postpones New Fall-Protection Rule Once Again

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:11:58 EST

The delay gives roofers another shot at getting the agency to reconsider its personal fall-arrest requirements.

South Carolina Economy: Resting on Defense

Fri, 7 Dec 2012 04:50:15 EST

South Carolina's coast has some good markets for homebuilding

Chinese Drywall: Taishan On the Hook for Bad Drywall, Judges Rule

Fri, 7 Dec 2012 04:50:45 EST

Another Chinese drywall maker must face Florida and Virginia state court jurisdiction in lawsuits over defective drywall, Federal and state courts have ruled this month.

Preventing Handoff Errors

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 11:07:16 EST

Putting all the paperwork for a project in a single notebook ensures details don't get lost during the transition from sales to production

After the Storm: New Jersey

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 04:41:52 EST

Rob Corbo, contractor and regular JLC contributor, gives a firsthand account (with photos) of the damage to his hometown of Elizabeth, New Jersey. With business receivables and revenues on hold, the next few weeks will be challenging.

Breaking Through the Language Barrier

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 02:12:25 EST

Going back to school to learn Spanish can pay big dividends in the field

Active vs. Passive Fall Protection

Thu, 4 Oct 2012 02:29:37 EST

Either guardrails or safety harness systems can be used to proect workers from falls

Survey: Sub It Out, Or Use Your Own Crew?

Thu, 6 Sep 2012 02:00:27 EST

How do you decide what to sub out?

Fall Protection Training Videos Available for Builders and Remodelers

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 03:39:20 EST

Online materials and DVDs can help construction contractors meet their obligation to prevent the industry's leading cause of injury and deaths on jobsites.

Helper on Home Remodeling Project Sues Supervisor over Stairway Collapse

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 03:39:19 EST

Texas lawsuit faults co-worker for failing to provide a safe workplace, inadequate supervision.

Controlling Whole-House Remodeling Costs

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 03:36:41 EST

Managing customer and architect expectations can head off problems in a remodeling project.

A Simple and Effective Contract for Subs

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:14:00 EST

Spelling out the project scope and your company's administrative procedures keeps the job running smoothly.

More American Workers Sue Employers for Overtime Pay

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:36:41 EST

Americans were pushed to their limit in the recession and its aftermath as they worked longer hours, often for the same or less pay, after businesses laid off almost 9 million employees.