August 2016 Blog Archive

Florida Supreme Court Decisions – Workers’ Comp Rate Increases Are Coming! Sat, Aug 27, 2016 Brett Stiegel, FRSA Self Insurers Fund, Inc., Administrator Two recent Florida Supreme Court decisions are about to greatly increase the rates for workers’ compensation insurance in Florida. The first opinion issued on April 28, 2016 known as ... Read More

Silicone Roof Restoration, A Cost-Effective Solution Sat, Aug 27, 2016 Stella Amador, Vice-President, Florida Quality Roofing As a roofing contractor, you often have potential customers who need a roof replaced, but are unable or unprepared to fund the entire project. It could be a home owner, commercial building owner... Read More

What You Should Know About Lien Waivers Thu, Aug 25, 2016 As a contractor, only two things are ever certain — long hours, and having to chase down the money you’re owed. As for the long, hot work days, there’s really no getting around that. However, part of getting paid involves signing co... Read More

ASCE The Next Generation Thu, Aug 25, 2016 Mark Zehnal, CPRC, FRSA Director of Technical Services Industry Involvement As a trade association, FRSA has positioned itself as the front-runner when it comes to participation in roofing industry issues in Florida. FRSA staff and volunteer member... Read More

Does Your Local Chamber Support Your Business Interest? Mon, Aug 22, 2016 Cam Fentriss, FRSA LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL A very well-known organization is the Chamber of Commerce, known for its advocacy on behalf of business in the community. It looks like maybe something about that mission has changed in the last two or so years... Read More