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What Building Owners Want From Roofing Contractors: Five Best Practices for a Successful Project

John D'Annunzio
May 1, 2005
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Based on my experience, there are generally five best practices that an owner requires from a roofing contractor during the course of the project.
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Safety Advice: OSHA's Proposed Crane Standard

Chip Macdonald
April 1, 2005
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The cranes being driven out of the assembly plants at Grove, Manitowoc, Link Belt, Krupp and Liebherr, are not your grandfather's or even your father's models.
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Legally Speaking: Avoiding Disputes--The Many Shapes and Sizes of Change Orders

John Alfs
April 1, 2005
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Changes in the scope, timing, and plans and specifications of a construction project are the most frequent types of disputes between subcontractors, contractors, and owners.
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Caulks: When and How to Use Them

John D'Annunzio
April 1, 2005
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Caulks are typically the least expensive material used on the project, but they account for most of the repair-related costs.
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Editor's Note: Short Supplies and Rising Prices

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
April 1, 2005
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In spite of a growing economy and generally improving profits in American business, we are seeing some signs that may bear watching. Not worrying, just watching.
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10 Survival Strategies for Small Businesses

Jim Olsztynski
April 1, 2005
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Good food for thought for contracting companies.
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Small Shop Talk: A Memo from Madame Foreperson

April 1, 2005
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By this point, I was clear that it is just not OK for me to try and get out of jury duty. I am a perfectly good candidate for it. I am smart enough, healthy enough, and gosh darn it, a citizen of this great country.
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Whoops, I Am Losing Money. What Do I Do Now?

Monroe Porter
April 1, 2005
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Dwelling on the problem is of little value.
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The Best Bookkeeper

March 3, 2005
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The following story is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. If you think this story is about you; you are probably right.
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Toxic Mold Hysteria

Jim Olsztynski
March 3, 2005
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Pull quote if needed: Building contractors are at particular risk in the latest trial lawyer scam.
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