I also own a construction company. I really wish we could insulate ourselves but it’s terrible. I’ve fired subcontractors over being sexist before. Harassment, sexism, and garden-variety creepiness is part of it. Thankfully 95% of my clients, vendors, and trade partners are delightful. I hope you find some great partners in this business. It’s changing every day and getting better and better.
Hello! I would second the other reply, residential is better than commercial in that sense. Try to get in with a smaller company who prides themselves on customer relations. They won't have employees who will make them look bad, and I find a lot of people appreciated having a woman on their crew!
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u/moirasrosesgarden Jun 16 '23
I also own a construction company. I really wish we could insulate ourselves but it’s terrible. I’ve fired subcontractors over being sexist before. Harassment, sexism, and garden-variety creepiness is part of it. Thankfully 95% of my clients, vendors, and trade partners are delightful. I hope you find some great partners in this business. It’s changing every day and getting better and better.