Hey contractors! Starting your own construction business is an exciting journey. As you grow, hiring your first employee is a big milestone. To make sure this step goes smoothly, here are the biggest mistakes to avoid. Let’s dive in! 1. Failing to Verify a Potential Employee’s Qualifications Before you hire anyone, always verify their qualifications. … Read more
Another week, another series of unlicensed contractors got caught doing unlicensed contracting work in California by the Contractors State License Board and their SWIFT contractor license enforcement team. This time, the CSLB partnered with local authorities in Fresno to take down four unlicensed contractors who not only tried to take on contracting work without a … Read more
Have you heard about the new B-2 Residential Remodeling Contractor license introduced by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB)? It’s an amazing opportunity for those of you who want to specialize in remodeling homes. Let’s explore what this new license is all about, how it can benefit your business, and provide some real-life examples … Read more
The process of finding, vetting, and hiring subcontractors to work on your construction project can be absolutely brutal. As general contractors, project managers, construction managers, or just another contractor looking for someone to do another part of your job, you have a ton on your plate – and finding and vetting contractors is a long, … Read more
Sadly, it seems that year after year the summer heat is only getting hotter. This means that California contractors, working both indoors and outdoors, frequently face significant risks of heat-related illnesses. To protect the health and safety of workers across the state, we have stringent regulations in place known as the Heat Illness Prevention Standard. … Read more
In the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of construction, some contractors seem to have cracked the code to success, rising above the rest like towering skyscrapers. What sets these industry titans apart? They’ve mastered the seven habits that pave the way to greatness. In this article, we’ll unveil the secrets behind these habits and show you how … Read more
For the contractors out there who anticipate being tapped for excavation, grading, paving, or any other such related jobs in construction in the near future, this guide was put together for you. In this post, we’ll get into what the C-12 license is all about and all the requirements you should be thinking about before … Read more
In the face of challenges, the construction industry remains a beacon of opportunity for skilled professionals ready to seize success. Despite obstacles like labor shortages and rising material costs, obtaining a contractor license is still the golden ticket to unlocking your potential in this thriving sector. In this article, we’ll dive into the compelling reasons … Read more
When it comes to sunshine year-round, you can’t get much closer than California’s perpetually summerish weather. And with sunshine comes opportunity – solar panels are in growing demand throughout the state, with government subsidies and incentives improving the attractiveness of solar panels to homeowners. Thankfully, there are thousands of licensed contractors qualified to install photovoltaic … Read more
If you’re a licensed contractor or if you’re on your way to securing licensure, you’re probably already aware that in the state of California, you are required to be insured one way or another while performing work in construction. The exact insurance requirements per the Contractors State Licensing Board (CSLB), however, might not always be … Read more