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Project management roles and responsibilities for contractors are both many and varied. The specific roles depend on the size of the construction company. The typical local contractor, with a couple of employees takes on the role of a project manager, business owner, customer service representative, as well as worker (Carpenter, Plumber, Electrician, etc.). As the scale of the company and scope of the projects increase, the role of a project manager comes more into focus. Below, we’ll discuss some of the major responsibilities that a project manager handles daily, regardless of the company’s size. Planning For the construction company to...

Summer is prime time for lawn care and landscaping projects—but that doesn’t mean you need to buy every tool in the shed. Renting professional-grade lawn equipment is a smart, cost-effective way to get great results without the storage and maintenance hassle. Here are a few tools that can help you tackle common summer yard tasks: 1. Lawn Aerators: Improve drainage and promote healthy root growth by loosening compacted soil. 2. Dethatchers: Remove the thick layer of dead grass and debris to help your lawn breathe and absorb nutrients. 3. String Trimmers & Brush Cutters: Clean up edges and manage tough-to-reach...

When it comes to purchasing materials for your projects, understanding the differences in pricing and measurement units is crucial to ensure you're getting the best deal. A common confusion arises when comparing prices from different suppliers: some sell by the yard, while others sell by the ton. This blog will clarify why there is often more material in a yard than in a ton and how to make an informed decision when comparing prices. The Basics: Yard vs. Ton Yard (Cubic Yard): A cubic yard is a volume measurement that represents a cube with dimensions of 3 feet by 3...

The biggest factor in determining the type and quality of wood that you’ll use for your next project is the project itself. That’s because certain varieties of wood are best suited for certain projects. For example, a hardwood with a closed grain such as maple would be an excellent choice for a butcher block, rather than soft porous wood such as pine. Most lumber can be described as either being either softwood or a hardwood. Generally, softwoods are much less expensive, so determining your needs can help you to decide which type of wood to buy. This, in turn can...