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Michigan Builder Continuing Education

Michigan Builders–Last Chance to Complete Your Continuing Education

Published on April 21, 2020 by Alicia Eckert

Failure to renew online and/or failure to meet all renewal requirements by the expiration date of your license means you cannot legally practice as a Michigan licensed builder or contractor and may be subject to disciplinary action if you continue to practice.

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Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor Blog

Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor Continuing Education FAQs

Published on March 30, 2020 by Sara Chauvette

Wisconsin dwelling contractors must complete 12-hours of continuing education every two years by the anniversary of initial licensing.

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Certified Ethical Contractor Blog

Use Your Downtime to Improve Your Business

Published on March 30, 2020 by Sara Chauvette

Most clients share one concern –trust. Showing your trustworthiness can be incredibly difficult, especially if you are a new business. Completing a certification aimed at teaching and maintaining ethical practices in contractors is a great way to advertise to potential clients.

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Massachusetts Building Code Official

New Courses for Massachusetts Building Code Officials

Published on March 30, 2020 by Sara Chauvette

Builders License Training Institute has a newly approved continuing education package that meets Category 1 requirements for Massachusetts Building Code Officials. This 30-hour package is available from any internet-capable device – 24/7 so you can start and stop your courses as often as you’d like. You must complete 45 hours of continuing education every three years by the anniversary of initial licensing. 30 of these hours must be Category 1; the other 15 hours may be category 1 or 2. 

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Michigan Builder Renewal Blog

Michigan Builders – Don’t Miss Your Deadline!

Published on March 30, 2020 by Sara Chauvette

Yes, builders that have been licensed for more than 6 years must complete a 3-hour code, law, safety course before they renew. Builders that have been licensed less than 6 years must complete 21-hours of continuing education.

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Rhode Island Stretch Code

Stretch Codes, Rhode Island, and Hope.

Published on February 10, 2020 by Norman Osbourne

Stretch codes can be engaged in addition to base codes to lead the construction industry to use less energy, have a less negative impact on the environment, and achieve higher levels of occupant health and comfort for everyone. Stretch codes encourage the use of best practice approaches that take advantage of advances in building science and technology.

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How to Renew Your Michigan Builder License

Michigan Builders, Do You Know How to Renew?

Published on February 10, 2020 by Sara Chauvette

As of 2017 all Michigan builder and maintenance and alteration license renewals must be completed online through the state of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

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Virginia Code Official Continuing Education

Virginia Code Official Continuing Education

Published on February 10, 2020 by Sara Chauvette

Virginia Code Officials that have last names starting with the letters A-M must complete continuing education and renew their licenses by May 1st, 2020. Check out the frequently asked questions and answers below to make sure you’re ready to renew your license.

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Oregon Contractors, Get Licensed-Stay Licensed or Face Fines

Oregon Contractors, Get Licensed & Stay Licensed or Face Fines

Published on February 10, 2020 by Sara Chauvette

The Oregon CCB recently updated their Buyer Beware list with contractors that are wanted for working without a license and scamming customers. Most of the contractors on this list are known for taking large payments up front and providing sub par work or no work at all. Gregory Mason Miller holds the highest debt at $311,105.52 – he was sentenced to five years in prison on June 6, 2018.

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Home Insulation Work

Last Chance To Take Our Online Lead Paint RRP Refresher

Published on January 6, 2020 by Sara Chauvette

Do you need to take a 4-hour Lead Paint Refresher course? We have an EPA-approved 4-hour refresher course available today through April 1st! Sign up today to take complete this EPA required course in HD video from the comfort of home.

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