Latest contractor Stories

DULLES, Va., April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Compusearch, a leading provider of software solutions and systems integration services to help government agencies implement, operate, and maintain end-to-end acquisition and grants solutions, is going to hold a panel discussion entitled "Contracting in a Time of Change" about the challenges to the Federal contractor community posed by the Final DFARS Contractor Business Systems Rule. Who: Contracting in a Time of Change speakers and...

If You Didn't Request It - Reject It DES PLAINES, Ill., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- We've all seen the incredible videos - truck trailers tossed around in the air like packing peanuts and homes with their roofs ripped off and more. The recent severe storms and tornadoes that swept across Texas caused tens of millions of dollars in damage, but luckily, no deaths. As Texans begin rebuilding, it is important for homeowners and business owners to realize that not all of...

Reroof America Contractors' Kansas City area roofing and construction office (one of Reroof America Contractors several locations across the country) located in Raytown MO, announces it's partnership with Owens Corning as an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofing Contractor. Kansas City, MO (PRWEB) March 31, 2012 Roofing Contractors are always top in the complaint category. Having the backing of a major roofing organization or manufacturer like Owens Corning, offers home owners...

INDIANAPOLIS, March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The question of plastic or paper isn't just for the grocery any store. More and more contractors are accepting credit cards, and that's the smartest payment choice for consumers. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120113/CG35583LOGO) "Consumers get the most protection from credit cards, but most homeowners are still whipping out their checkbooks when it comes time to pay the plumber, landscaper or roofer," Hicks said. "Part of...

If You Didn't Request It - Reject It DES PLAINES, Ill., March 13, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- So far this year, violent weather has cut a swath of death and destruction across vast stretches of the country. Preliminary numbers from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Storm Prediction Center show 2,068 severe weather reports as of March 10, 2012. These include tornadoes, wind and hail storms. Right now, insurance company representatives are in the...

NEW YORK and BALTIMORE, March 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- XL Group plc's (NYSE: XL) North America Construction and Surety units today unveiled CapAssure, a collaborative solution to address performance risk on private construction projects using elements of contractor and subcontractor risk analysis. The new coverage is the result of XL's Competition 25, an internal product development competition conducted last year in celebration of XL's 25th Anniversary to spark innovative solutions for...

MAULDIN, S.C., March 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Eight regional "Best of the Best" winners in the competition for the annual Harry H. Mellon Award of Excellence in Job Order Contracting were announced today, recognizing projects ranging from replacement of a boardwalk, to renovations of a subway station, to restoration of a mountain-side road. The annual award recognizes excellence using the system's principles and practices while identifying unique and innovative ways of using...

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Construction Services Insurance Agency (CSIA), the leading provider of contractor bond solutions in California, offers "instant" contractor bonds for California contractors, with no paperwork required for California license bonds. "At CSIA no paperwork is needed to get your California contractor's license bond," said a CSIA representative. "Just fill out our quick and easy online application and buy now - your contractor's license...

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Economy Bonds has the most competitive pricing on contractor's bonds in California writing more contractors license bonds than any of their competitors. Their number one position is by virtue of unmatched claims handling expertise in the contractor's license bond business, which no other company can approach. "We take great pride in our ability to offer experience, reliability, AND low prices during this rough economy," said an...

SYRACUSE, N.Y., Feb. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A national research study conducted by Eric Mower + Associates' Contractor Insight specialty reveals that contractors make nearly half of their tool and building supply purchases from big-box retailers. "Retailers score high for variety and convenience, but that's not the whole story for brand marketers; they must 'see' the customer as a shopper, not only as a contractor. If they don't-- and they don't know the shopper's journey or...