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Wiring for Efficiency: Tips on Lighting, Outlets, and Energy Saving

When it comes to wiring a home or business, efficiency is more than just a buzzword. With careful planning and a few key strategies, you can create a space that’s not only energy-efficient but also convenient and practical. Whether you’re a contractor working on a new build or a DIYer tackling a...

Best Projects to Finish Before Winter

As winter approaches, it is a good time to finish a variety of home projects, both indoors and outdoors. Not only will these projects help make your home more comfortable, but they can also improve energy efficiency and prepare your property to safely withstand the winter storms to come. 10 Best...

The Best Tools for Indoor Projects During the Winter

When winter hits and outdoor projects are put on hold, it's the perfect time to tackle those indoor renovations and upgrades you’ve been putting off. Whether you’re a contractor taking on clients’ winter remodels or a DIY enthusiast eager to improve your own space, having the right tools can make...

Outdoor Maintenance Checklist: Preparing Your Deck and Yard for Winter

As the crisp air of autumn sets in, it's time to start thinking about preparing your outdoor spaces for the colder months ahead. Winter can be hard on decks, patios, and lawns if not properly cared for. By taking some time now to complete a few key maintenance tasks, you can ensure that your...

Prep Your Home for Winter: Fall Maintenance Tips and Tricks

As the vibrant colors of fall begin to fade and the crisp air sets in, it’s the perfect time to start preparing your home for the winter months ahead. Proper maintenance during the fall can help you avoid costly repairs and ensure your home stays warm and cozy all winter long. Here are some...

Fall Essentials for Contractors: A Seasonal Shopping Guide

As the vibrant colors of summer give way to the crispness of autumn, contractors are gearing up for a new season of projects. Fall brings its own set of challenges and opportunities for professionals in the construction industry. In this blog post, we'll explore a range of autumn essentials that...

Window Maintenance and Screen Repair

Windows are essential to bring natural light into your home, allow fresh air to circulate, and give you and outdoor view. Without the proper window maintenance and screen repair, however, your windows can become non-functional eyesores or even safety hazards. Fortunately, it is easy to keep your...

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...

The Benefits of Storm Resistant Windows

Storm resistant windows (also known as impact resistant windows) have actually been around a long time. In fact, you needn’t look any further than your car. The auto industry has been using the technique of laminating glass to keep windshields intact during high impact accidents for years. This...

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...

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...

Power Tools Every Homeowner Should Have

Owning a home, means maintaining a home. In order to do so properly, there is a basic arsenal of power tools that each homeowner should have at their disposal. If space is an issue, a homeowner should choose tools that are multifaceted, making the most effective use of the workshop storage space....

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...

Winter Home Improvement Projects

It’s easy to feel cooped up inside after a few months of winter. The holiday buzz has died down, you’ve finally finished putting away all those seasonal decorations … so, now what? The winter months are a great time to embark upon an indoor home improvement project or two! Whether you want to get...

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...

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...