Summary New janitorial businesses often lose margin because their janitorial expenses are not fully accounted for from the start. Understanding which costs to track, separate, and manage tightly is what… [Read More]
Michael Finati
5 Tips for Controlling Janitorial Expenses for New Businesses
Propane Gas Retailers and Insurance Costs: Factors That Decide Your Premium
Summary: Premiums reflect propane gas retailers operations because underwriters price what they can verify from documented habits. Your price moves with safer fleets, resilient plants, cleaner records, and disciplined contracts…. [Read More]
Urban vs. Residential Landscaping: Why Location Changes Everything
The landscaping industry is known for a wide variety of risks, from worker injuries and property damage to inland marine losses and motor vehicle accidents. Though these risks can vary… [Read More]
Step-by-Step Pool Construction Process: A Complete Guide for Builders and Owners
Summary Pool construction runs through 10 phases, each with different crew requirements, timelines, and risk exposures. Excavation, plumbing rough-in, and shell application are where most contractor liability is concentrated. In… [Read More]
Pros and Cons of Swimming Pool Maintenance Service Business
Summary Pool service offers recurring revenue and strong retention, but margins depend on how well you manage routes, costs, and risk Profitability is shaped by location, client mix, and the… [Read More]
Is Swimming Pool Business Profitable in 2026?
Summary The U.S. pool industry is still growing in 2026, but the profit picture looks very different depending on which segment you operate in. Margins are being shaped by recurring… [Read More]
Horizontal Directional Drilling: A Utility Contractor’s Technical Guide
Summary Underground utility strikes during horizontal directional drilling work remain one of the most preventable yet costly contractor failures. Getting the technical execution right at every phase is what keeps… [Read More]
5 Submission Mistakes That Slow Down Propane Placements
Getting a propane account quoted fast comes down to one thing: a clean submission. Underwriters can only move as quickly as the information in front of them, and a few… [Read More]
How to Get Pest Control License: State-by-State Requirements for Lawn Care Businesses
Summary Applying pesticides for hire triggers separate licensing that goes beyond a standard contractor registration. Pest control license requirements vary by state, service type, and whether your state licenses the… [Read More]
Propane Tank Inspection and Maintenance: What LPG Dealers and Distributors Need to Know
Summary Propane tank inspection gaps expose LPG dealers and distributors to direct liability, especially when incidents trace back to equipment condition Undocumented or skipped inspections affect compliance standing, claims outcomes,… [Read More]
