Owner value is maximized when engineers and contractors work with a collaborative mindset.

Potential work anticipated from the Inflation Reduction Act and ‘2006 echo boom’ should drive collaboration to solve the skilled trades workforce epidemic.

Forty-foot long rig from Intellihot, which manufactures commercial tankless water heaters, includes a functioning commercial tankless water heater, plus six other units for more hands-on training.

In part, implied warranties ensure that homebuyers are protected from poor-quality construction. Make sure your contracts do not have lopsided waivers and provisions that make them unfair to your customers.

Most home service companies will encounter a business crisis. If you don’t have a strategy to deal with the fallout, you could jeopardize your company’s reputation.

Good publicity is good for your business, so don’t hesitate to let your local area know about sponsoring events; donating time, money or materials to a charitable cause; or providing expert, topical advice for potential customers.

Plumbing and HVAC contractors provides two local residents with $20,000 (and probably more) in home services work.

A lot of heart and technical skills can start a contracting business. But business expertise will make it a success.