As a general contractor, you have a broad and diverse skillset that covers many areas of construction, from budgeting to hiring to contracts and more – in addition to the various trade skills you’ve acquired over the years. General contractors know better than anyone that you need specialist knowledge to operate in the various trades … Read more
If you’re a concrete, HVAC, asbestos abatement, or tree service contractor, you probably know about SB 216 and its impact on your trade. SB 216 was signed into law in 2021, but became effective on January 1, 2023, and if you’re a part of The new law says that contractors with the C-8, C-20, C-22, … Read more
Are you considering a career as a licensed general contractor in California? Congratulations – you’re joining 100,000+ licensed general contractors in the state working to build everything from new apartments to interchanges on the I-5. These are people who have put in the time and effort to become experts at general contracting and you should … Read more
Introduction The California home improvement market is seemingly always booming – even in the face of inflation and recession. As a remodeling, renovation, or home improvement contractor, there’s a seemingly endless pool of opportunities for contractors to take advantage of – pools being built, roofs needing repair, structures needing sustainability upgrades, and so on. But … Read more
Well? Is it? In this article, we’ll take a quick look at contractor deposits, from both a client and contractor perspective: what they do, why they exist, and how they can benefit both parties in the long run. Are Contractor Deposits Normal? In a word, yes. If you’ve ever had work done on your … Read more
If you’ve ever wondered: “can a felon get a contractor’s license in California?”, you’re not alone! Construction is an attractive industry to those with criminal records, as it usually dispenses with the bureaucratic red tape you’d find when applying to desk jobs. In addition, construction is quite simply a lucrative job that almost anyone can … Read more
California’s landscaping industry is always flourishing –there are lots of customers and they tend to have lots of money. If you’re considering a career in this lucrative field, you’ll need to make sure you’re staying in the lines and playing by the rules – or you could get popped by the authorities. If you are … Read more
You’re a contractor. You’ve just finished a job (with a contract!) and now, when it comes time for the client to hold up their end of the bargain – nada. “No worries,” you think. This client seems legit. They’ll pay, they’re just forgetful is all. Yada yada. Days go by, then weeks, and still nothing … Read more
Whether you’re a homeowner looking to hire a contractor or a contractor looking to hire a subcontractor – or just someone who saw a contractor doing something shady – it’s important to know how to verify a contractor’s license. The CSLB has an easy and painless way to look up a contractor’s license so you … Read more
Given California’s close proximity to Arizona, and its constant construction growth of ~17% every year, it’s a tantalizing prospect for Arizona contractors to grow their business and expand operations into California. But can you work as a contractor in California if you only have an Arizona contractors license? And if so, what do you have … Read more