2017 Begins with a Strong Message: Environment, Economy, and Safety
It seems like just the other day when I sat down to put together my last message. It is amazing how time does pass and I think it definitely passes quicker as we mature (not […]
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Winning the Bid – The Importance of Following Proper Tendering Procedures
British Columbia’s competitive construction industry sees its fair share of intense bidding wars between contractors. To avoid the risk of underbidding, contractors may be tempted to submit their bids at the last possible second to […]
The One- and Two-man Business – Part 2
In part one of this article we explored the key elements a small contractor should be focusing on to be successful. As small business owners we get pulled in so many directions and all at […]
It’s Working. It’s Really, Really Working!
What is? Well, it’s the Raising the Awareness of Mechanical Insulation initiative we began some years ago. This has been a long, tough slog and it’s not over by any stretch. We seem to climb […]
The Cost of Silence – A Contractor’s Duty to Disclose Unsatisfactory Site Conditions
In many cases, Owners are better placed than their contractors to understand the specific site conditions present at a job site. However, this is not always the case. In the recent decision of Lottis v. […]
The One and Two Man Business: Part I
There are a surprising number of small businesses in Canada, particularly within the trades. Setting up as an independent trades contractor is a very simple process for someone with the trade qualifications. It’s easy to […]