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California law requires businesses to provide Workers’ Compensation insurance to their employees, even if only one employee exists. If a worker gets injured or sick because of work, Workers’ Compensation provides medical care, temporary and permanent disability, and death benefits. Employers who fail to purchase Workers’ Compensation insurance violate the California Labor Code. According to the California Insurance Department, the California Labor Code “makes it a misd Continue Reading...

Electricians power our modern economy and digital lifestyle. The industry includes individuals who maintain, market, and install electrical equipment and those who do electrical work on-site. While most electricians work on new construction, electrical upgrades account for one-third of industry revenue, according to an IBIS World Report. From 2018 to 2023, electricians kept the lights on, performing work on new housing builds and carrying out emergency repairs during the pandemic. At the same Continue Reading...

Simply put, your tools of the trade are your livelihood; therefore, protecting them should be a top priority. When tools and equipment in transit or on different job sites are stolen, vandalized, or damaged, it’s expensive to replace them, and without the right insurance policy, you’ll be on the hook for the cost. The cost of tools and equipment can run tens of thousands of dollars and up, depending on the type of contract work you perform. If these tools are damaged, it may take Continue Reading...

By now, all businesses know that social media is integral to a successful marketing plan. There are several platforms you can use to grow your firm. In this article, we will start with Facebook and explain how you can use it to expand your footprint and get more projects for your California contractor’s business. Set Up a Facebook Page for Your Business Set one up if you don’t already have a Facebook page for your contracting business. Here’s how: Sign up on Faceb Continue Reading...

The plumbing industry is an essential component of the construction industry, playing a vital role in ensuring the proper functioning of residential, commercial, and industrial infrastructure. As we delve into the market outlook for plumbers, it's clear that this profession is not only indispensable but is also poised for growth and adaptation in response to evolving trends and challenges. Growing Demand: The demand for plumbing services continues to rise, fueled by a growing populatio Continue Reading...