Running a construction operation is not a foolproof business. In fact, many New Jersey construction company owners commonly run into issues during projects. These issues can arise for various reasons, and many can be resolved easily. However, some problems may pose a...

Starting any construction project is a major undertaking, and New Jersey construction company owners know that they have a lot to deal with before they can even break ground. If a company is just starting out, they may need to find the right experts, like architects,...

When parcels of land are abandoned or have otherwise not been in use for some time, development company owners may view those parcels as opportunities. However, zoning issues and environmental concerns can arise that make area residents wary as to whether construction...

Rundown and vacant buildings and properties can bring down a community. They attract criminal activity and be a way to harbor disease. According to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, some abandoned sites are a brownfield. To be a brownfield, the...

All industries have regulations and labor laws that employers have to follow. The construction industry is no different. In fact, health and safety issues can sometimes be a point of dispute between contractors or employees and employers. Health and safety should be a...

When contractors put in bids on a construction project, they likely have already done their due diligence regarding factors that may affect their scope of work. However, it may not be enough to visit the site; meet with owners, engineers and other people on the...

Winter can be a frightening time for new homeowners in New Jersey. Temperatures can quickly drop and it doesn’t take long before residents have to deal with snow and ice storms. Because of this, it’s one of the most common seasons to find defects scattered throughout...