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From framing new homes and installing cabinetry to remodeling interiors and building decks, carpenters perform essential work on residential and commercial properties throughout Oregon. For skilled carpenters ready to operate their own contracting business, understanding Oregon’s contractor licensing requirements is an important first step. Oregon does not issue a separate state contractor license specifically for carpentry. Instead, construction contractors generally must get a lic Continue Reading...

Washington’s diverse climate creates year-round demand for roofing professionals. From heavy rain and wind in Western Washington to snow and temperature extremes east of the Cascades, residential and commercial roofs must withstand a variety of weather conditions. Roofing contractors play an important role in installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing these systems. If you plan to operate a roofing business in Washington, you must understand the state’s contractor registrat Continue Reading...

From residential reroofing and repairs to large commercial roofing projects, the Golden State offers opportunities for skilled roofing contractors. The state’s varied climate—from intense sun and heat to heavy rain, snow, wind, and wildfire exposures—also makes properly installed and maintained roofing systems an important part of protecting California properties. If you plan to operate your own roofing business, California requires contractors performing qualifying roofing Continue Reading...

With October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we thought this was the ideal time to discuss how cyber risks can affect construction operations of all types and sizes. Whether you have a small-to-midsize business or a large operation, cyber exposures are a very real threat. In fact, threat actors often see smaller operations as easier entry points than larger ones. Top Cyber Risks for Contractors Phishing & Social Engineering: Busy project managers and accounting staff are prim Continue Reading...

Tile has become an integral feature in residential and commercial construction in the Beaver State – from Portland's historic Craftsman homes with handcrafted backsplashes to heated porcelain floors in Bend mountain retreats and natural stone showers along the Oregon Coast. Homeowners and businesses love the aesthetic that tile brings to their properties, along with its durability, moisture resistance, and ability to withstand the Pacific Northwest's wet climate. Skilled tile co Continue Reading...