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Installation
HVAC contractor license requirements in 2024

The licensing, insurance, and bonding requirements for HVAC professionals vary by state. Having the right insurance and bonding can help keep you financially protected and may be required for some...

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Construction
How to get construction contracts: Winning bids and building success
Launching a successful construction business means drafting the right business plan, defining your marketing strategy, and searching for new contract opportunities.
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Workers' compensation insurance
Top 10 causes of accidents in the workplace and their costs
Knowing the most common workplace injuries and how to prevent them can decrease the number of workplace accidents at your business and increase your employees' safety.
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Construction
The top construction risk management threats

Employee injuries, stolen equipment, and structural flaws can disrupt a construction company’s business, but you can mitigate risks by following industry best practices and choosing the right...

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Workers' compensation insurance
Protecting employees: Workers’ compensation vs. health insurance
Where health insurance coverage ends and workers' comp coverage begins can be confusing for employers and employees alike. Learn about how the two insurance policies differ from one another.
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Workers' compensation insurance
How does workers’ compensation work?
Workers' compensation covers the costs of work-related injuries and illnesses, like medical bills and lost wages. Here’s how workers’ comp works, and what you need to know as a business owner.
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Construction
Construction insurance for 3 common contractor claims

An unhappy client might sue your construction business for building defects or work delays. Even if you weren't responsible, fighting a lawsuit can be costly and time-consuming. Learn how to protect...

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Workers' compensation insurance
How to prevent workplace injuries
Taking measures to ensure that your workplace is safe is cost effective and will improve employee morale.
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Construction
6 tips to prevent struck-by-object accidents in the workplace

Struck-by-objects injuries are one of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s "fatal four" hazards, but there are measures you can take to minimize the risks. Below we identify and...

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Commercial auto insurance
Why personal car insurance may not cover business use
Insurance companies view business drivers as bigger risks than personal drivers. That's why you may need auto insurance that specifically covers driving for work purposes.
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Construction
How do construction and contractor licenses and permits work?
The types of licenses that construction companies and contractors need vary by location, but most projects will at least require a building permit.
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Workers' compensation insurance
A guide to workers' comp benefits for employers
Almost every state requires employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. Learn about the four types of workers’ compensation benefits and how they work.
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Construction
What is a construction defect and are you liable for it?

If a crack forms in the wall of one of your buildings or another issue becomes evident, clients will often look to your construction company for compensation. Learn who can be held liable, and how...

Safety equipment for construction workers.
Workers' compensation insurance
8 workplace safety tips for employers
Cultivating a safe work environment protects your employees and your business, in addition to saving you money.
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Construction
3 ways contractors can give back to their communities

Construction workers have a skillset that makes it easy for them to make a positive difference in their communities. Learn how you can volunteer your time as a construction worker, either close to...

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