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Siding Savvy: A Comprehensive Guide to Maintaining Different Siding Types

Siding is not just about enhancing your home's curb appeal; it's also a protective barrier against the elements. From wood and vinyl to fiber cement and stucco, various siding materials require different maintenance approaches. In this blog post, we'll dive into the essential maintenance tips for...

Water Damage Repair Tips

Water damage can at first seem insignificant, but if it is not repaired properly, it can lead to far greater difficulties. No matter how the damage occurred, what the source of the water may have been, or what items or materials were affected, good water damage repair will thoroughly correct the...

Construction Safety Meeting Topics for the Summer

Safety training is essential for any contractor, and regular safety meetings can share important information with entire crews, departments, and staff. Opting for specialized construction safety meeting topics for the summer is a great way to refresh and update safety procedures seasonally, but...

July 4th Weekend Projects

Every homeowner wants their home to look its best, and there are plenty of easy, effective projects you can tackle over a summer weekend to spruce up your home. These quick projects are ideal for the July 4th weekend or any long weekend when you want your home to shine. Why Do Summer Weekend...

How to Install Deck Railing Posts

Sturdy posts are crucial for a safe, secure deck. Installing posts properly does not have to be difficult, but it does have to be done carefully to ensure a firm railing on a deck you can enjoy for years. The Importance of Posts Posts are the base of support for your deck railing. No matter what...

What You Need to Know about Buying Replacement Windows

So you’ve decided to take the plunge and replace your old windows. Doing so is one of the best investments you can make for your home --not only for the reduction in energy bills, but the increase in comfort, quiet, and ease of cleaning/maintaining. Additionally, replacing windows in your home can...

What to Consider When Finishing a Basement

A finished basement can be a valuable addition to home space, but it can also be an overwhelming project to transform a bare basement into a cohesive part of your home. Understanding what to consider when finishing a basement can help you plan the project to create new space you and your family...

How to Repair a Squeaky Door

A squeaky door may not seem like a tremendous problem, but over time the constant eeking and creaking every time the door opens or closes can be irritating. A squeaky door may even interrupt sleep, aggravate pets, or disturb an otherwise peaceful mood. Fortunately, it’s easy to learn how to repair...

Five Winter-Friendly Exterior Projects

Winter may not always be the first season that comes to people’s minds when they are thinking of revamping the exterior of their homes. However, the winter season can provide a great opportunity for homeowners to improve their homes and for professional contractors to stay busy all year long. As a...

3 Key Business Areas Where Remodelers Can Improve Most

My career began more than 30 years ago, and I opened my first general contracting business in 1996. Today, my work focuses on elevating others and promoting professionalism in the construction industry. One way I do so is through business assessments: a comprehensive analysis of more than 20 areas...

Guide to Planning a Home Addition

A home addition can be a great way to adapt and update your home, increase its property value, and create exciting new spaces you and your family can enjoy for years or even generations to come. The project, however, can also be intimidating and overwhelming, especially if you have never tackled...

Contractor Tips: Go Green with your Remodel

If you’re planning to tackle a remodeling project, keep in mind that it’s an excellent opportunity to make use of all of the green options available today. When doing so, make sure that you are adding green elements that are both practical and sustainable. Below, we’ve listed some ways that you can...

How Contractors Keep Up With Construction Industry Trends

The construction industry is constantly evolving and trends can seem to come and go very quickly. When it can take months or years to plan, build and finish a new home, office building or other structure, how can contractors keep up with trends so each project is new and fresh, without becoming...

Easy Energy Saving Projects for your Kitchen & Bath

Want to make a difference in your energy bill but don’t want to get involved in a huge project? A great place to make a big impact with little effort is in your kitchen and bathroom. We’re not talking about tearing things apart and doing an expensive remodeling project, either. A few small changes...

Revive a Room Using Color

Any room can look drab and uninspiring if it hasn’t been updated in years. You don’t need to do major renovations, buy all new furniture, or completely change around the room for a new look, however. Instead, you can revive a room using color in many easy and effective ways. What Color Does to a...

DIY Home Projects Before Holiday Company

Whether you are planning a casual party, a large formal dinner, a festive gathering, or a combination of all three during the holidays, it can be helpful to finish DIY home projects before holiday company arrives. These easy projects can make a big difference to welcoming guests, presenting your...

8 Tips to Help Find Employees During Low Unemployment

A shortage of skilled labor continues to plague the remodeling industry. In time like these, it’s more important than ever to reach out to potential employees instead of waiting for them to come to you. Below are eight strategies you can use to help find employees for your small business. Keep in...

How to Make Drywall Airtight

An air barrier stops air from leaking into exterior walls. That not only keeps heat from escaping, but it also prevents moisture from entering into stud, joist, and rafter bays where it could condense and cause hidden mold and rot. Drywall can be an effective air barrier, but only if you are...

How to Repair Plaster on Lath

We’ve all seen it, and we’ve all done it. To mount an HVAC duct, we’ve cut through a plaster wall with a recip saw, sending plaster flying and leaving the lath flapping. No problem, the drywallers will handle it, right? Wrong. The most durable plaster repairs are made with plaster, not joint...

Building Resiliency

Now that hurricane season is officially upon us, this is a good time for remodelers to think about upgrades to make existing houses more resilient. Updated model building codes like the International Residential Code (IRC) are useful guides for remodelers to utilize. User-friendly provisions The...

Porcelain: Facts, Myths, and Tips

Porcelain is a really versatile material. It can be used in places like showers, flooring, backsplashes, and fire surrounds. We saw an increased interest in porcelain during the pandemic as outdoor living spaces and mudrooms became popular. It is the material with the highest current growth rate...

4 Rules for Flexible Ducts that Remodelers Need to Know

On most projects, HVAC flexible ductwork is located in designated chases that maximize the efficiency of the airflow. But the path for the final branch of the flexible ductwork tree—the one that runs from the trunk or plenum to the outlet register—is typically chosen by the subcontractor. Often,...

Estimating Shortcuts for Circular Concrete Shapes

When it comes to estimating concrete quantities, most remodelers rely on a quote from a subcontractor. But occasionally it’s easier to estimate the costs yourself for a small job, such as a patio slab or a group of concrete piers to support a deck. Both of those examples involve calculating volume...

Deck Staining and Sealing Tips

The days are getting warmer, and summer will be here before you know it. If you’ve decided that your deck needs to be stained or sealed, then it’s important to take the time now to do it right so you can enjoy the beautiful, worry free new finish on your deck. With all of the activity your deck...

Top Nine Home Design Trends for 2021

NAHB recently recognized more than 160 single-family, multifamily, interior design, remodeling, and community projects at the annual Best in American Living Awards. The winners exemplify some of the best work being constructed in the industry today and also offer a new collection of design trends...