Property owners who have work they need to be done will sometimes call a construction contractor to take care of it. These individuals expect everything to be up to their expectations and standards. While most construction projects are completed without any issues,...
Construction Law
Always be prepared for possible construction defect allegations
You don’t need to worry about construction defect claims when you provide high-quality work. That is a motto many contractors believe in, but allegations of defects can arise despite your excellent work ethic. Subcontractors or other tradespeople could cause a defect,...
When should you pass on a potential construction client?
You’ve been invited to put in a bid for your construction company to build a new resort in Arizona. Following two years of sparse opportunities, you are excited about this project. However, after meeting with the potential client and submitting your bid, you have a...
Understanding Arizona’s Little Miller Act
The Miller Act is a federal law that dates back to 1935. It requires contractors to obtain performance and payment bonds before being awarded a contract to work on a public project. The bonds ensure that subcontractors and suppliers will be paid even if the contractor...
2 possible ways for subcontractors to get the pay they deserve
There are usually several involved parties in a Scottsdale, Arizona, construction project. Examples include: The property owner You (the subcontractor) The contractor that engaged you And numerous materials suppliers Considered by many as minor associates of a...
What is Arizona’s Prompt Payment Act?
Contractors provide a valuable service to residents of Arizona. These individuals often work on a fee schedule that requires only a partial payment upfront. The rest of the money is given on a specific schedule with the final payment due after the project is...
Why escalation clauses can be crucial in construction contracts
As a construction industry professional, you know that many things can go awry between the time you contract to do a job and the actual work commences. The building materials, for example, can rise significantly based on demand and supply chain issues, worker...
When a homeowner notifies your firm of construction defects
As a contractor, you know about building sturdy buildings and houses for your customers. As you begin new projects, however, you often hire subcontractors to work on different parts of the building. Getting a phone call about one of your most recent building projects...
Can your business request a mechanic’s lien for unpaid invoices?
Running a construction-related business requires a lot of planning and investment. Although you can make good money, you often have to provide supplies or labor before you receive payment in full. Unfortunately, both individual property owners and even businesses that...
Why do construction projects miss deadlines?
As a contractor, you know that you may miss a deadline for a reason that is entirely out of your control. In a perfect world, everything would come together smoothly, but it simply does not happen in all cases. This can be a big problem when working with suppliers,...