Category: Shop Talk

  • Worker levels – Start here

    There’s a lot of chaos in construction, and a common theme revolves around what level or type of worker someone needs. This includes tools, equipment, PPE, skills, experience, and more. Let’s start with the basics. First, in order to work on any construction site, you need:Sturdy work clothing, something that will stand up to the…

  • Project or Production?

    One of the topics I discuss frequently these days is the difference between Project and Production management. There’s a very clear distinction, and the truth is, one of them is inside the other! Project ManagementThe day to day work done of moving a specific project forward. Scheduling, communicating, and determining the job needs. Estimates; requesting,…

  • Four Months since I filed the Liens

    Today, July 6th, marks four months since I filed the mechanics liens so I could recover the money Ridge Construction owes me. I have finally heard back from one Title company about paying off one of the liens, but still no answers from Vern about the money he owes me, or the other liens filed.

  • Three Months since I filed the liens

    Today, June 6th, marks three months since I filed the liens for the money Ridge Construction owes me, and so far, nothing heard from Vern, or from any of the liens. I’m still working with an attorney to sort through the mess, but we’re expecting to have to take this to District Court. I’m hoping…

  • Estimate or Service Call?

    What’s the difference between an Estimate and a Service Call?For me, it’s whether or not tools are required. An estimate is when I come to your site, walk it with you, and you provide me with the details of what you want done. If I have to use tools to figure out what’s wrong with…