Monthly Archives: November 2021
Checklist For Payment Bond Claims On Private Construction Projects In Florida
As a construction contractor in Florida, you know that there are generally two strategies for securing payment for labor and/or services: Mechanic’s liens and surety bonds. For a private project, mechanic’s liens are a common tactic because they provide a security interest in the property. However, some parties may opt for a surety bond… Read More »
Types Of Construction Delays And How They Impact Contractor Liability In Florida
In an ideal world, every public and private construction project would be completed on time and within budget. Companies in the Florida construction industry know that this perfect scenario is rare, but you might be surprised to learn about the extensive consequences of delays: A Global Construction Disputes Report 2020 reveals that the average… Read More »
Design Team Roles And Responsibilities In Florida Construction Projects
Unless you are involved with construction on a design-build delivery process, you will be working with design professionals at various stages throughout the lifecycle of the project. Your team may include different individuals licensed through Florida’s statutes on architecture, interior design, and landscaping, each of whom brings their professional skills in taking the construction… Read More »
Notable Deadlines Under Florida Mechanic’s Liens Laws
When you consider the relationships between and among property owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and other labor/materials suppliers, you can understand why Florida’s law on construction liens imposes precise deadlines. A mechanics lien is an involuntary encumbrance on the property: The owner did not specifically consent to it and may not even know that it… Read More »
