Property owners may claim that a contractor or subcontractor is responsible for a latent construction defect. This is a hidden defect that may only be discovered months or even years after the project has been completed. Determining liability can become complicated...
You spent weeks pricing a public project and delivered your bid on time, only to watch the contracting unit set it aside over a clerical slip. Knowing your options can help you move forward. Compliance standards for public bids The Local Public Contracts Law sets the...
There are a variety of ways that contractors can be paid. It all depends on the language in the initial construction contract. For instance, some contractors are paid through cost-plus contracts. They keep a record of their actual costs, such as materials and labor...
Receiving a notice of a construction code violation can feel like a verdict. You may be told that work on your property does not comply with state or local requirements, and the notice may come with deadlines, fines or costly corrective measures. However, it’s not...
A construction lien can feel like a safety net when payment is slow to arrive. It links your claim to the property tied to your work, giving you leverage to recover what you are owed. That safety net does not stretch to everyone. New Jersey construction lien laws...
Few things are more frustrating than completing work on a construction project and not getting paid. Whether you are a contractor, subcontractor, supplier or other construction professional, unpaid invoices can create serious financial strain and disrupt your business...
Attention to detail is of the utmost importance in the construction sector. Those overseeing projects need to ensure that the work not only adheres to all applicable building codes but also that they meet the client’s specifications. Adherence to timelines throughout...
A delayed payment can quickly put a subcontractor in a tough spot. Payroll, materials, equipment rentals and supplier invoices do not stop just because a general contractor or project owner has not paid. For electricians, plumbers, drywall crews, concrete...
Construction projects, whether they’re new builds or renovations, are usually covered in a construction contract. That contract outlines everything related to the project, including things like the scope, cost and timeline. It should be as comprehensive as possible so...
Contractors base their bids on the specifics of the job. One of these is the project the client says they want done. This is known as the scope of the project, and it’s included in the contract between the contractor and client. The scope contains information about...
