Tag: Contractors
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With shutdown, contractors ‘in the dark’ on labor data
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. The 2025 U.S. government shutdown is officially the longest in the nation’s history. As of Thursday, it’s reached 37 days long. As the federal government duels over requirements to pay emergency SNAP benefits and the travel industry…
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Contractors’ pay strategies hint at stabilizing job market
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Construction salary growth slowed in 2025 as contractors pulled back from aggressive compensation strategies amid market uncertainty, according to a report from accounting and tax advisory firm Baker Tilly. Nonetheless, wage growth projections for 2026…
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October 2025: Contractors report their latest awards
New business is the foundation upon which construction’s ongoing work is built. No matter the economic outlook, interest rate environment or cost of materials, someone, somewhere will need construction on a new project. It’s the lifeblood of an industry that lives by the mantra: “Get ‘er done.” For contractors, landing new business also keeps the…
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Your Guide to Hiring General Contractors in Los Angeles
At Sweeten, we understand that renovating your home in Los Angeles comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities. With our expertise, we aim to make your renovation journey as smooth as the California breeze, so you can transition from merely residing to truly thriving in your space. Having facilitated over 3,000 transformations over…
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ServiceTitan, Home Depot Partner to Link Contractors
ServiceTitan (Nasdaq: TTAN), the software platform that powers the trades, is bringing additional job opportunities and skills programs to contractors by connecting them with The Home Depot’s Path to Pro program. This initiative provides ServiceTitan customers access to a robust pipeline of skilled tradespeople while offering aspiring professionals streamlined pathways into careers in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and…
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Westwood Contractors Promotes Jess Ascencio to HR Manager
Westwood Contractors, a leader in nationwide retail and commercial construction, is pleased to announce the promotion of Jess Ascencio to Human Resources Manager, effective October 6, 2025. In her new role, Mrs. Ascencio will oversee the strategic and day-to-day functions of the HR department, including policy development, talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, and benefits administration.…
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Four Challenges Facing Construction in 2025 — and How Equipment Leasing Helps Contractors Stay Competitive
The construction industry is being stressed from many sides, but it has strong fundamentals and performed well in 2024. What challenges and opportunities do the industry face, and how are construction firms dealing with them? Here, we break down some of the challenges and explain how equipment leasing and financing is helping construction companies better…
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Copper Tariffs and Construction Site Theft: How Contractors Can Strengthen Security and Prevent Losses
Theft is a phenomenon that follows the news cycle. In a year marked by economic uncertainty and seismic changes in international trade, thieves have taken notice. Increasingly, they see opportunity on construction sites. With the August 1, 2025 rollout of 50% tariffs on semi-finished copper products entering the U.S., construction sites have suddenly become more…
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Construction Insurance Outlook 2026: How Contractors Can Manage Rising Costs, Labor Shortages and New Risks
Construction business leaders know how quickly market conditions can shift. Tariffs, labor shortages, and inflationary pressures are changing the cost of doing business, while technology and legal risks evolve just as rapidly. In this environment, a “set it and forget it” approach to renewing your insurance policy can leave gaps and create costly surprises. According…
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What Contractors Want You to Know Before Demolition Day
Ever wonder why contractors seem so calm before demolition day while homeowners feel nervous? The difference usually comes down to preparation and experience. What looks like simple destruction is actually a carefully planned process that requires coordination, safety checks, and problem-solving. When homeowners understand what goes on behind the scenes, from permits and inspections to…