Record Retention 101 for Contractors | Contractor
WEBMar 18, 2020 · Record Retention 101 for Contractors. March 18, 2020. Record-keeping is one of the most often overlooked, but critical functions of the business. By Audrey K. Kwak. There is no question that construction is a uniquely document-intensive industry. On every project, countless, lengthy, records are generated: contracts, specifications, daily ...
Vacuum Breakers: Understanding how they protect our water
WEBJun 10, 2016 · Atmospheric vacuum breakers. The purpose of a vacuum breaker is to stop back siphonage. The atmospheric vacuum breaker consists of a check valve member and an air vent that is normally closed when the device is pressurized. The air vent allows air into the piping system for the purpose of stopping a siphon at the point of use (see …
Dunbar Mechanical Ushers in Next Generation of Family Ownership
WEBFeb 11, 2020 · TOLEDO, OH — For the first time in 20 years, Dunbar Mechanical, Inc. is 100% family-owned. Founded in 1936, the firm has grown from a well-drilling business into the 82 nd largest mechanical construction services firm in the United States as reported by CONTRACTOR Magazine [in our 2019 Book of Giants - Ed.]. Dunbar Mechanical is …
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Hydronic radiant wall heating, still the greatest trade ... - Contractor
WEBAug 3, 2012 · Hydronic radiant wall heating, still the greatest trade secret in the U.S. Aug. 3, 2012. Every time I go across the Atlantic to visit a trade show on hydronic heating systems in Europe, I see more and more radiant systems designed for walls and ceilings. I recently returned from the Mostra Convego Fiero (Comfort Show and Convention) in Milan ...
6 Things to Know About Construction Bonds - Contractor
WEBDec 14, 2021 · What’s more, different types of construction bonds will have different price tags, with bid bonds being the least expensive ones. Finally, the bond rate will vary based on the surety company and the size of the contract. Generally speaking, the cost of a construction bond can go anywhere from 1% to 4% of the total contract amount. 5.
Whose right is it to fix mistakes? - Contractor
WEBMay 1, 1999 · Since customers with failed work tend to be less friendly to the installing contractor, you are far less likely to have the opportunity to repair your own work (and control the cost of the repairs) if you don’t have it in writing. Susan McGreevy is a partner at Husch & Eppenberger, Kansas City, Mo., tel. 816/421-4800, e-mail to [email protected].
Why are there still so few women in plumbing? | Contractor
WEBFeb 6, 2015 · The numbers show how few women are in the plumbing trade, as 2010 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics found that only 1.5 percent of the 553,000 plumbers, pipelayers, pipefitters and steamfitters were women. If the scope is widened to the trades, women make up 2.5 percent of the workforce. A report from the National …
Boiler inspections for safety, life and efficiency | Contractor
WEBOct 1, 2008 · Inefficient operation means wasted energy and increased operating costs. Regular inspections can also extend the life of the pressure vessel. This is especially crucial when you consider that boilers are a major investment, costing upwards of $200,000 for large industrial models. While boiler safety devices are designed to prevent dangerous ...