Cordwood is a building technique that is richly embodied in sweat equity and labor intensiveness. The actual physical process of building is not seriously strenuous (the log ends are only 16″ long), ...

Lien waivers are routinely exchanged on construction projects. Even so, construction contractors should know the basics of lien waivers or risk financial loss. What is a lien waiver? In simple terms, ...

Commissioning isn’t a new concept. The term actually dates back to shipbuilding; a commissioned ship is one that’s deemed ready for service. However, a ship must pass several milestones before setting ...

Workers Compensation for Construction Employees: Understanding the Basics In 2020, the National Safety Council (NSC) ranked construction as one of the top four most dangerous industries. According to ...

COOS RIVER - The percussion of a dozen hammers echoed through an open meadow near the Daniel's Creek Fish Hatchery, accompanied by the high-pitched shriek of a Skilsaw. A crew of 12 young men worked ...