What to look and ask for when hiring subcontractors
What is a subcontractor? A subcontractor is generally someone hired by a contractor, rather than directly by the client, to work on a project. Contractors often bring in subcontractors to [...]
How to maintain a clean construction site
Keeping your construction site in proper order can improve safety, morale, public relations, and efficiency. This involves proper storage, use, cleanup, and disposal of various construction-related materials. A good [...]
Top risks facing homebuilders and how to mitigate them
In the ever-evolving construction-industry, homebuilders are exposed to a range of risks that can delay projects, increase costs, and jeopardize safety. From hailstorms and equipment theft to cyber threats [...]
Safety tips for using temporary heaters
Improperly installed temporary heaters are often the cause of major fire losses on construction projects. Temporary heaters are commonly used for specific heating tasks such as ground thawing, concrete [...]
Tips to help your contracting business during a home renovation
A home renovation project involves juggling many complex and time-sensitive tasks. As a contractor, you are not only responsible for the physical transformation of a space but also for [...]
Tips for home builders: Buying developed lots
Before you buy developed lots, consider these tips for home builders to help make sure you aren’t taking on unnecessary risk. After all, no matter how well constructed a [...]
How to prevent the collapse of partially constructed homes
Numerous partially constructed houses and other light-frame wood buildings are blown down every year across Canada. The National Building Code of Canada (NBCC), along with provincial building codes, specifies [...]
Key tips to prevent vehicle theft
As a key mode of transportation, no one wants their car to be stolen. Unfortunately, vehicle theft is still a prevalent issue. In fact, every year Équité Association releases [...]
How to protect underground utilities during construction
Damage to underground utilities from excavation and trenching activities is more common than you might realize. In 2022 alone, there were 10,636 damages related to buried facilities from excavation [...]
Choosing the right contractors insurance policy: Tips for finding the best coverage
As a contractor, you know firsthand how unpredictable a job site can be. Accidents can happen, and when they do, the financial fallout can be substantial. That’s where contractors [...]
