Contractors and other construction professionals tasked with building homes must make sure that their work meets certain standards. This will help contractors avoid common housing code violations, which can cause all sorts of issues. In addition to creating unsafe...
Year: 2022
How mechanic’s liens work in New Jersey
You have a right to receive payment after you supply labor or supplies for a New Jersey construction project, and the state has certain laws in place that give you recourse in the event you never receive payment. When someone fails to pay you for the work or materials...
How to negotiate a construction contract in New Jersey
If you're a construction business owner, then you know that contracts are essential for protecting both yourself and your clients. But negotiating a construction contract can be tricky - especially if you're not familiar with the law. Thankfully, there are four ways...
Should your construction contract address legal fee recovery?
Before you perform construction-related work for an individual or business in New Jersey, you want to have a carefully drafted construction contract in place. A construction contract serves several distinct purposes and helps outline responsibilities, reduce confusion...
4 electrical code violations that contractors should not miss
Studies link electrical malfunction and failure to over $1 billion in property damage and hundreds of deaths and injuries in a recent five-year span. A desire to finish quickly, save money or appease a customer can cause an otherwise attentive contractor to overlook...
Should I litigate or arbitrate my construction dispute?
Dealing with a construction dispute may be a fraught situation for your company and your bottom line. Generally, litigation is expensive and may take up a lot of your valuable time. Plus, it has the potential to ruin worthwhile business relationships. In some...
NJ public project bids require specific documentation
The competition for public works projects in New Jersey can be intense. Even if a company comes in as the lowest bidder, it may ultimately lose the contract if bidding documents are defective or incomplete. While some minor irregularities may be waivable, a public...
The basics of surety bonds in construction in New Jersey
The construction industry in New Jersey carries significant risks. Contractors need to be well-versed in the legalities of the construction process to protect themselves. One way to do this is to understand surety bonds and how they work. Understanding a surety bond A...
What happens if a general contractor refuses to pay you?
Whether you work as an electrician, tile setter, mason or any other type of subcontractor, you appreciate the good relationships you have with general contractors. After all, GCs deal with clients and their concerns, leaving you free to do your job. Some GCs are slow...
Will the labor shortage lead to more defect claims?
If you are a contractor, you are probably struggling to find skilled employees. After all, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors, the construction sector is currently about 650,000 workers shy of meeting customer demand. While it may be possible to...