Whether you’re a homeowner aiming to pour a little sidewalk for your front yard, or a journeyman or apprentice concrete pourer thinking of striking out on your own, making sure your concrete project is legal and safe should be the number one priority on your checklist. Before you even think about pouring a single drop … Read more
As a general contractor, you spend more time putting out fires than pretty much anything else. It’s not a problem – most general contractors are natural problem-solvers and improvisers by nature, so we’re not shy when it comes to overcoming obstacles, even when those problems are people. Dealing with subcontractors, haggling with suppliers, overseeing administrative … Read more
Thinking of going into the insulation business? Apprentice insulation professional looking to make the jump and start your own business? Spot a gap and want to corner your area’s soundproofing market? You’ve come to the right place. This guide provides in-depth information on what a C-2 contractor does, the job types they handle, job examples, … Read more
Construction management is a difficult, demanding profession – it involves long days at the job site in every weather imaginable, putting out fires from sun-up to sun-down (and often all the time in between!). If you’re a construction manager yourself, you may be thinking: why not just become an engineer? In many cases, you already … Read more
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have emerged as a huge economic opportunity for both homeowners and contractors alike. The ADU market in California has experienced unprecedented growth, evidenced by a 50% increase in permit applications in 2022 compared to the preceding year. There’s a reason why – it represents a huge opportunity for both contractors and … Read more
You’ve put in the hard hours, you’ve done the hard work, and you’ve finally passed the notorious CSLB exam. Now’s the time to submit your bonds and insurance to the CSLB and get your contractor’s license. Not so fast. There’s one thing that many contractors overlook – every contractor needs to establish a company for … Read more
If you’re an electrician or thinking about becoming one, you’re probably thinking about joining the union – whether that’s the national unions like the IBEW and NECA, or your local union like the CSAEW. If you’re even vaguely aware of electricians, what they do, and what the career entails, then surely you’ve at least heard … Read more
Introduction Looking to start selling home improvement contracts? You’re gonna need a CSLB license for that. In this article, we’ll take a look at CSLB licenses for home improvement salespeople (or HIS): what they are, who needs them, and how you can get one right now. What Is A Home Improvement Salesperson (HIS)? So what … Read more
Are you a construction professional in California – or a construction professional in another state and looking to move to California for work? Then you’ll need a California Contractors State Licensing Board (CSLB) contractor’s license to perform any job with a value over $500! But what kind of license do you need to legally perform … Read more
Do you blink your eyes and the day is done? Do you often go weeks or even months without taking a day or two to see what’s new? This is a common problem for anyone who runs a small business. It is so easy to get wrapped up in daily tasks that you forget about … Read more