If you are searching for commercial property to purchase, you may find that the process is more than just the seller signing the land over. There are many steps to making sure the property is the right fit for you and your company. A Title Company is key to this process. A title company plays an important role when purchasing a …
Why You Need to Invest in Builders Risk Insurance Your commercial construction or residential project is considered under construction from the moment the materials are delivered to the job site until you have received your Certificate of Occupancy. During the course of construction, buildings are vulnerable to many types of risks that are often out of our control. Hurricanes, tornadoes, …
Haven’t we all contacted an electrician to relocate an outlet, called a roofer to repair a leak, or hired a plumber to repair a pipe or snake a slow drain? Managing just one expert in the field might seem like an easy task to handle on your own, but when you have to coordinate multiple contractors you should consider hiring an …
5 REASONS TO USE LED LIGHTING Most businesses and homeowners try to find ways to save on costs and to reduce energy. A simple solution to energy savings is making the switch to LED lighting. Light-emitting diode (LED) is one of today’s leading energy-efficient lighting technologies. Some have questioned whether it is worth switching from the traditional incandescent lights, as the …
Closing the Gap in Skilled Trades MORE SKILLED TRADES, was the topic the U.S Department of Labor Secretary, Alexander Acosta, addressed during the Building and Construction Trades Apprenticeship Training Conference at Washtenaw Community College. At the conference, he was quoted saying, “The United States has 6.2 million job openings. That is the highest number of job openings ever in the …
We can all agree that land development is essential for a community’s success. While development can sometimes be frowned upon, as it changes the face of the landscape, creates more traffic, changes ecosystems and habitats, it is imperative for the prosperity of your community. It can generate more jobs, bring desired curb appeal, unite community members, and maintain or increase home …
Protecting Your Landscaping Investment Your construction project is complete, your business is up and running and your building is beautifully landscaped. Most likely you were required to invest thousands of dollars in landscaping and maintaining it is probably the last thing on your mind. You’re focused on your business and utilizing your new and/or improved building, however, the City, Township …
Does Your Business Need a Facelift? How often have you heard that homes sell quicker or are valued higher when they have curb appeal? We hear it all the time! Did you know that the same can be true for your business? Depending on the type of service you offer, curb appeal can play a vital role in enticing customers to …
How to keep your construction project on time and on budget Would you ever say to your contractor that you would like your project to run behind schedule and over budget? I bet the answer is NO! And not just for you, but for all answering this question. Luckily for you, there are various steps that you can take to limit the chances of …
ENERGY SAVING TIPS It is common to feel sticker shocked when you first receive your energy bill at the start of winter and/or summer. In order to keep your business or home warm during the winter and cool during summer, your HVAC system may run frequently. Which in turn can drive your energy bill through the roof. Immediately you may become more conscious …