Michael H. DeanMichael H. Dean is owner at Coatesville, Pa.-based Dean's Hardwood Flooring.Legal AdviceA Job-Site Waiver Doesn't Protect a Contractor in CourtIn this industry, installers are often under incredible pressure to get things done as fast as possible. The wood flooring guys are one of the last subs on the job, and time and money are often both short by the time they arrive. That creates a lot of pressure to take shortcuts or ignore industry specs in hopes of creating a happy homeowner or GC. Many guys talk about going ahead with a job as long as the builder or homeowner sign a form to release the installer from responsibility if the floor fails. But will that really protect you from liability? Recently I was on an inspection that ended up being a legal lesson for anyone installing wood floors; here is that story.How do you keep employees happy and productive during tough times? Keep these tips in mind:December 6, 2010Page 1 of 1Top StoriesContractingIntroducing the Winners of the 2026 WFB Truck & Van ContestRoad-ready, strong and steady, this year’s WFB Truck & Van Contest winners brought their A game. Find out whose work vehicles won Best Exterior Graphics, Most Organized Interior, Most Unusual, Biggest Disaster and the new Exterior/Organized Combo award!TechniquesWhat Is Your Favorite White Oak Floor You’ve Ever Done?RetailBuilding Bozeman: 4 Must-Haves We Put in Our ShowroomStain/Custom ColorMy Rule Of Three: How I Match Customers With Stain Colors Right AwayNewsEnter WFB's 2026 Ultimate Wood Floor Guy/Gal Contest by Oct. 1
