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Getting paid in construction is slow, hard, and stressful – that’s the takeaway from a survey of over 500 construction professionals conducted in collaboration between Levelset and TSheets by Quickbooks. ...
Contractors sometimes have to wait a long time for payment. A demand letter can be a powerful weapon in your arsenal to get paid faster. If you are waiting on...
A step-by-step guide on how to file a mechanics lien for any state in the United States. Outlines the process of filing a construction lien, including rules and requirements. Resources,...
Learn why a Notice of Intent to Lien is one of the most effective ways to resolve a payment issue on a construction project. THE demand letter that gets results...
How do mechanics liens work? We've put together a list of 17 different ways a mechanics lien empowers the construction industry to get paid the money they've earned on their...
We changed our name to Levelset today because the name zlien wasn’t good enough. And here – beginning at the very beginning – is why. It’s 2006. The...
The practice of retainage, aka retention, has a tremendous impact on the construction industry. Learn how retainage works on different types of projects and in different states. Article links to...
What are lien waivers in construction? This article is the ultimate guide for construction lien waivers including essential information and links to download any lien waiver form you need.
While joint checks and joint check agreements are common in the construction business, these agreements can actually be entered into by businesses in any industry. However, these tools are utilized...
Back charges can be tricky if you're not careful! It's incredibly important to prioritize communication and documentation when back charges are in play.
Construction contracts, and contracts in general, are filled with lengthy clauses and provisions that can be misleading. One notoriously misunderstood provisions is what’s known as a call back warranty. There...
The Alabama preliminary notice scheme provides for two different types of notices, that correspond to two different type of mechanics liens available. One of which is required, and the other...
Whether you are a Louisiana resident, or an out of state contractor looking to expand into the area, a contractor’s license is a must. A license is required to legally...
We’ve written on this blog many times about the importance of documentation in the construction industry. But how long should you hold on to these records? And why? Implementing a...
Construction law is complex everywhere, but especially in Texas, where the regulations can be confusing and poorly written. Whether you’re looking for a construction lawyer in Dallas to negotiate...
Getting paid in construction is slow, hard, and stressful – that’s the takeaway from a survey of over 500 construction professionals conducted in collaboration between Levelset and TSheets by Quickbooks. ...
The Nevada prevailing wage laws were enacted to ensure that contractors and subcontractors on public jobs are paid a reasonable amount of compensation. These prevailing wages are established by comparing...
Nevada contractor’s licenses are governed by the Nevada State Contractor’s Board (NSCB). Applying for a license can seem like an expensive and daunting task, but performing unlicensed construction work can...
Arizona stop notices allow contractors and subs another legal remedy to secure payment on a construction project. These notices can be used to freeze unpaid construction funds in the amount...
What amounts can be included in a Michigan mechanics lien? After an arbitrator overstepped their bounds, a court stepped in and decreased the lien.