Celebrating 100 Years - July 2022
Fri, Jul 08, 2022
As FRSA’s Centennial year President, it is an honor for my wife Vicki and me to welcome all of you to the 100th Annual Convention and the Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo being held, as it was 100 years ago, in beautiful Daytona Beach. Join us on T... Read More
Big Changes from OSHA in 2022 - July 2022
Wed, Jul 06, 2022
Are you aware that OSHA has increased their citations for the 2022 calendar year by $849 per violation over last year’s penalty amount? And, for a willful and repeat violation, OSHA has increased their maximum penalty amount by $8,495 over the 2021 r... Read More
When to Use Promissory Estoppel - June 2022
Thu, Jun 30, 2022
As a contractor, you likely know that a clear, thorough contract is essential to every project. And you also know that when the owner requests extra work or any other revision, a written change order is required. However, there are times when the own... Read More
The Importance of Creating an Employee Handbook - June 2022
Fri, Jun 24, 2022
Getting your employees all on the same page requires that you onboard them correctly from the beginning with your company policies and procedures, vision and culture and how to stay compliant on the job. The best way to accomplish this is by creating... Read More
How Digital Reporting Can Increase Customer Satisfaction - June 2022
Fri, Jun 17, 2022
In the construction industry, projects often last several weeks or even months. Most customers expect to receive periodic updates as work is completed. Keeping your customers informed with detailed, accurate field data boosts overall satisfaction and... Read More
FRSA's Position on Premature Roof Replacement is Being Heard - June 2022
Sat, Jun 11, 2022
A short time ago I received a somewhat cryptic message from FRSA’s lobbyist Chris Dawson that said, “Breaking News. Mike – your 25% rule mod may be getting fast-tracked.” A little background will help you understand why I described the message as cry... Read More
FRSA's Position on Excessive Roofing Material Disposal - June 2022
Thu, Jun 09, 2022
Many residential property insurance carriers in Florida are requiring policyholders with asphalt shingle roofs to replace those roofs every ten years, regardless of the roof’s condition, or face the loss of their homeowner’s insurance. This requireme... Read More
FRSA - 100 Years Strong - June 2022
Tue, Jun 07, 2022
Throughout 2022, this column will recap some of FRSA’s rich history, through accounts from meeting minutes and a published book called FRSA The First Half Century. Read More
