Taking the Journeyman’s Exam
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To become a licensed electrician, you’re required to take the state journeyman’s exam. Many people take this exam after completing four years in a paid apprenticeship program, which combines both […]
“Know what’s below” before you dig – Miss Utility
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Plan on doing some excavating or demolition? Maybe you want to build a deck, plant a garden, or install a new mailbox. Before doing any of this type of work, […]
What is construction pre-planning
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Working in a proactive manner is one of the most important and efficient ways to complete a new job. Creating a pre-formulated strategy enables all team members to stay a […]
Outdoor lighting suggestions
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Outdoor lighting on your home can serve two purposes – improving safety and enhancing curb appeal. Your house is literally in the dark for about half of the day, so […]
What is design-build?
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Design-build is a rapidly growing project delivery system that differs from the typical design-bid-build concept in a number of ways. While the model has been around for quite a while, […]
Finding a qualified, quality contractor
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Let’s face it, not all projects are do-it-yourself. Even the seemingly easy ones can turn into a disaster with one small mistake. So finding a quality contractor to complete the […]
Electrical Safety Month #4 – Temporary Power
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For the final week of Electrical Safety Month, Safety Director Mike Anderson and Foreman Rob Basara discuss temporary power safety on a job site. https://youtu.be/IQS0ROFGA1Q
Electrical Safety Month #3 – Ladder Safety
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For week 3 of Electrical Safety Month, Service Mechanic Scott Estep discusses ladder safety.
Electrical Safety Month #1 – Nickle Safety Committee
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For Week #1 of Electrical Safety Month, we sat down with two members of the Nickle Electrical Safety Committee. They discussed the group’s goals, programs, and more.
Types of building construction
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Construction comes in all different shapes and sizes. Literally. Sometimes those shapes and sizes are determined by the type of construction taking place. Each endeavor can be classified into a […]