A carpenter is not a general contractor but is usually employed by one. Often, they are a sub-contractor. However, a carpenter can be a type of contractor. General contractors provide carpenters, and other workers, with jobs to do and instructions and oversee projects. In Florida, you may need a contractor’s license to work ad a carpenter depending on what you do during a

An accident can happen at any time, especially at a construction site. Therefore, it is important for a contractor to have general liability and worker’s compensation insurance (that is updated and sufficient), especially when on a job site. Florida’s insurance coverage requirements are always in effect for active licenses, regardless of if there is a current project

If you want to be a contractor in the construction industry, you have many options. You can either be a general contractor or a specialty contractor. What is the difference between the two types of contractors?   A general contractor will oversee a project. You can either be a general engineering contractor (Class A license) who can

Being a general contractor is a rewarding career, but it can also be a challenging one.   General contractors must:  Stay on top of lots of documents. To make this easier, dealing with digital file management can make things more organized and easier to find. It’s easier for general contractors to store information, photos, and projects on cloud-based systems so everyone involved

As a contractor, you want to take on a lot of jobs to have a steady stream of income. You want to build up your client base and have projects planned out for the foreseeable future. However, sometimes you may get too many clients looking for your help or you may be asked about work that

Whether you’re looking for your first contractor job or a new one, you want to make sure your resume is up to par and can help you stand out against others so you can get the better jobs.   As a worker in the construction industry, what should be in your resume?   Your resume should had

In the construction industry, contractors have a lot of responsibilities and handle variety of tasks. However, in this industry, the more skills you have, the more valuable you become. Even if you are not a manager or owner, with more skills, you can find more work with more expertise in different types of contracting.   Before finding a new skill, think about what you like or

As a contractor, you will work in a lot of hazardous environments due to different weather, tools, equipment, heights, and more. The job can be dangerous, and even if you don’t experience danger all the time, it’s good to always be prepared for the dangers.   It’s important that you, your boss, or someone on your job