PROVIDENCE, RI – On January 23rd Governor Gina Raimondo and Commerce Secretary Stefan Pryor unveiled the Supply RI program, a new statewide initiative to connect local suppliers with Rhode Island businesses. Building on her goal of promoting local business and adding value to our state economy, Governor Raimondo stated, “This initiative is very simple. We want… READ MORE
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Jhonny Leyva, president of Heroica Construction, was recently awarded the prestigious George T. Downing Business Leadership Award at the Rhode Island Black Business Association’s (RIBBA) 6th Annual Awards Gala on October 6th. “We received dozens of nominations this year. These individuals and companies are considered the best in their league and are worthy… READ MORE
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Jhonny Leyva, president of Heroica Construction, was recently selected to serve as a member of the newly founded Rhode Island School Building Task Force. The 18-member team, lead by General Treasurer Seth Magaziner and Education Commissioner Ken Wagner, has been initiated following the release of the 2017 “State of Rhode Island Schoolhouses”… READ MORE
Families across the country experience lead poisoning right in their own home. Recent EPA studies have shown that 1.7 million children have unsafe blood-lead levels that can be prevented with lead based paint removal. The Health Risks of Lead: The majority of lead poisoning comes from lead-based paint. When your body absorbs lead, it causes… READ MORE
The Airbnb housing market allows homeowners to rent out their apartments without the regulations of a hotel. People who support Airbnb say that the business creates tourism and supports our communities. However, research below reveals that Airbnb may cause more harm than good when it comes to affordable housing. Airbnb housing market conflict in… READ MORE
If you’re renting in Rhode Island, you’re probably running on empty. The state of affordable housing in RI is dire. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development defines “cost burdened” as families who pay more than 30% of their income for housing. By this definition, 51% of Rhode Island housing renters are affected…. READ MORE
Light Your Student’s Way to Innovation When you’re creating your classroom, there’s one thing you need to know. Let there be light! Biological light helps your students learn. Biological (or natural) light matches the wavelength and temperature of the light we receive from the sun throughout the day. A study carried out by the Rensselaer… READ MORE
What is EMR? What does the term EMR mean to you? EMR (or Experience Modification Rate) is a score that shows how many injuries your company has had in the past three years. It acts as a multiplier that insurance agencies use to compute workers compensation premiums. The industry average EMR is 1.0. Whether your EMR… READ MORE
As most construction superintendents know, it’s hard to keep your workers cool in the summer. The heat can cause personal protective equipment to become uncomfortable and itchy as you sweat more. On the first day of summer, Heroica Construction is here to give you the tips you need to keep your crew happy and safe…. READ MORE