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COVID-19 Update From Frogale Lumber

A Message to Our Customers: As COVID-19, the coronavirus, begins to have an increased impact, Frogale Lumber Supply is taking measures to ensure the health and well-being of our community. UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE OUR SALES FLOOR WILL BE CLOSED DELIVERY & PICK-UP ORDERS CAN BE ARRANGED BY PHONE OR...

Tips for Living through a Renovation

A renovation project can be very rewarding. But like most things in life, rewards don’t come easy. Renovation projects can vary in size and expense, though one theme that holds true throughout any of them is the impact it makes on your daily life. Even the most mundane parts of your day, such as...

Shop Local For All Your Ice Melt Products

The winter season is upon us and it’s time to shop local for all of your ice melt needs. Ever wonder what is really in the white stuff you see on the ground every time there is snow or ice present? For starters, there are two major deicing products to focus on, rock salt and ice melts or packaged...

What to Watch Out For when Restoring an Old House

If you are considering an old house for restoration, then you’ve most likely made peace with the fact that there’s a higher level of maintenance required. The good news is, if the house has been properly maintained throughout the years, then the structure may only need minimal work. Study the...

Preparing For a New Year of DIY Projects

As most homeowners know, your “to do” list of projects never really gets completely crossed out. The bottom of the list just keeps getting longer. The rewarding part is, that the results of your work are around you every day. It’s what keeps you going. As the year draws to an end, it’s a good time...

How to Prevent Pipes From Freezing

As unusually cold weather plagues large parts of the country, homeowners from South Carolina to Michigan (and even Texas) are worried about frozen, busted pipes flooding their homes, causing thousand of dollars of damage. “Water damage from busted, frozen pipes can be devastating in more ways than...

Fall Cleanup: What to Do When Autumn Leaves Start to Fall

With the brilliant colors of changing leaves and ripening harvests, autumn is a beautiful season, but as leaves fall and plants wilt, it is also a messy one. Fall cleanup doesn’t have to be overwhelming, however, and it is easy to keep your property in peak condition through the changing season....

Cleaning Your Light Fixtures: Safe and Easy Ways to Make Your Lights Shine Like New

When cleaning your home, we often forget to simply look up! Dusty or dirty light fixtures can greatly reduce the amount of light in your room and, while they don’t necessarily need to become part of your daily or weekly cleaning ritual, should be given some attention every month or so before they...

Is it Time to Add More Attic Insulation?

So, you’ve got your new windows and doors. All of your weather-stripping is in place and your house is sealed against the elements. You may think you’re all set for the approaching cold weather. Many people think since their attics are already insulated, there’s nothing more to do upstairs. The...

How to Cut Concrete

Concrete is a strong, durable, weather-resistant material perfect for paths, driveways, patios, pool surrounds, barbecue areas, firepits, landscape curbing, and more. But what do you do when you need to make changes to your concrete? Instead of breaking up and tearing out an entire concrete fixture...

The Solar-Ready Rooftop

There are two components to the net-zero house energy equation. On the one hand, there’s conservation: The house needs to be designed and built to require minimal inputs of energy for heating, cooling, lighting, and plug loads. On the other hand, there’s on-site power generation: No house uses zero...

Deck Building & Mold Prevention

Of course, homeowners bear the greatest burden for keeping new decks free from mold, but there are some things a builder can do: Gap the decking properly (minimum 1/8”) for drainage. Pitch the deck properly away from the house for drainage (minimum 1/8” in 8’). Space the ledger away from the wall...

Customers Love Companies That Deliver the Personal Touch. Make Sure You're One of Them.

I travel quite a bit. My wife Nina and I are looking to see more of the world each year. Facilitating, consulting, and speaking take me all over the place. As a result, I have stayed in many different hotels. What makes a great hotel for me? How caring and engaged the staff is. Yes, the room should...

Turn Old Decks Into New Decks

Last spring a customer who Dennis Schaefer had built a cedar deck for during the '90s called to say he'd noticed some rot and thought that maybe the deck needed to be redone. It did. When Schaefer, who is the owner of Creative Wood Products, in Fenton, Mich., received similar calls from former...

Pay for Results, Not Possibilities

A design-build company makes money building projects that it has designed and specified. The big checks come only after a contract gets signed for turning what has been planned into a built reality. A design agreement being signed does not necessarily mean the potential client will sign the...

4 Tips for Complex Roofing Projects

The challenges that accompany every remodeling project are multiplied when it comes to homeowner association remodels. And when working on projects of immense size, the stakes are high for both contractors and residents. La Rocque Better Roofs, a contractor serving southern California for nearly...

Where to Start When Restoring a Deck

If you made the decision to restore your deck rather than replace it, then the first thing you want to do is make sure it is structurally sound. If possible, take a look below and ensure that the framing is in good condition. This could mean anything from physical damage to rot. Additionally, make...

PulteGroup Shares Its Take on Design Trends for 2019

The interior design team at PulteGroup, Inc. is out with its annual look at the top trends to look for this year. “Much like a change to spring weather, warm natural elements are brightening up homes this season, in combination with a clean, modern approach that does not sacrifice comfort,” said...

Advantages of Storm Doors

A storm door can stop the harsh natural elements of the weather from damaging your main door and save you money on your energy bills. Storm doors are not cheap, but they are money well spent. First there are three basic types of storm doors: full-view, ventilating, and retractable screen. Full...

Progress Report for Clients

Trust—between you and the client and between the client and the subs—is the most important thing in remodeling, says Marty Kersey, remodeling manager for ReStructure, the remodeling division of Structures Building Co., in Mt. Pleasant, S.C. ReStructure builds trust by reminding its staff that...

How to Repair Damaged Sheetrock

The beauty of sheet rock (also referred to as drywall), is that it’s very easy to repair. With just a few tools and materials, it is a job that can easily be accomplished by the average homeowner; leaving the wall as if the damage had never occurred. The perfect time to repair your drywall is when...

Stocking Up On All The Right Power Tools For Your Business

Power tools have never been more accessible and affordable than they are today. The many options and brands to choose from can seem very intimidating. Because of this, people often purchase the wrong tools due to the wrong advice or lack of information to understand what they really need. For the...

Why 55-Plus Housing Design Matters

Despite the hurdles we face, the housing industry is ripe with opportunity. It’s no secret anymore that the 55-plus market is among the most lucrative. This has led to many builders following the money and jumping in with both feet. But perhaps we need to take a moment to truly understand what 55...

Furnace Maintenance for Winter Warmth

Labor Day has passed and so have the Dog Days of Summer. Your furnace has been hibernating for many months now and you will soon have to wake it up from its long slumber. The first frost will come with haste and before you know it you’ll have to keep your home warm and toasty for the duration of...

Protecting Interior Surfaces While Painting

When you’re painting it’s inevitable that the excess paint on your brush or roller will come off in places that you don’t want it to. These are some reminders of things to protect so you don’t have to look at paint on it for the next several years (or you just want to save on paint thinner):Move...