Jan Haley lives in South Fort Myers for the landscape and lifestyle. “I love the weather, I love the beautiful flowers,” Haley said. But she knows with the tropical climate, comes hurricanes. That’s ...

A business licenses enable owners to operate legally within certain geographic areas. Before doing business with a specific person or company, you may want to ensure that the business is in compliance ...

Before hiring a contractor, ask to see their state-issued license. Then verify it. MATIAS J. OCNER [email protected] Are you looking for a contractor? Whether you want to remodel your home or ...

Ask friends, co-workers and relatives for references Check multiple references Know what you want before you start looking for a contractor Interview at least 5 contractors Check licenses, complaints ...

A statewide professional contractors association this week urged builders and general contractors to stop hiring subcontractors that fail to obtain workers’ compensation insurance. The California ...