Don’t Just Review Your Contract – Bonds Matter as Well!
A failure to review your bond form can cost you thousands. Watch out for this onerous language during your contract and bond review.
Construction Input Prices Rise 2.8% in June, Says ABC
Construction input prices increased 2.8% in June compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of Producer Price Index data.
The Mystery of First Time Bonding: What Does It Take?
Obtaining a surety bond for the first time is easier than one might think, similar to applying for a loan. The right CPA and surety bond agent can help contractors navigate the process.
ABC Chapter President Comments on Miami Condo Collapse
ABC Chapter President Peter Dyga sits down with Construction Executive to discuss the critical nature of the Florida condo tragedy and to review potential next steps.
U.S. Construction Insurance Market: Expect Higher Prices, Increased Scrutiny
As insurance prices rise and securing coverage is more challenging, contractors will need to reset their expectations.
ABC Users Summit Introduces New Methodology
At the recent Associated Builders and Contractors’ Users Summit held in Dallas in May 2021, the concept of the "Project Summit" was introduced.
Construction Safety Concerns: The Fatal Four and Heat Safety
While construction jobsites have a multitude of potential hazards for workers, especially in hot summer months, many can be mitigated with training, safety measures, policies and use of PPE.
What COVID-19 Taught Construction Companies About Insurance
One lesson learned from COVID-19 is that the construction industry needs to be aware of what is in their insurance programs, and to think critically about those programs instead of renewing reflexively.
