Workshop Tips that Save You Money
Taking care of your tools and supplies will mean that you don’t waste anything, and you are able to get your money’s worth. The same goes for your equipment—you can add years to your tools if you look after them.
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How to Engage HomeBuyers of All Ages
Millennials make up a third of homebuyers since they fall in the 18-37 category, but they aren’t the only homebuyers interested in homes. Based on data from the Zillow Group Consumer Housing Trends Report 2017, to reach a broad section of potential home buyers, you have to diversify your portfolio of selling techniques. Know What to …
California Mandates Solar Panels on New Homes
California already has the largest solar market in the US, and it’s about to get bigger. That’s because this state, already a leader in energy policies, is levelling up its energy game. The state has a goal to cut emissions by 40% and get 50% of its energy from solar by 2030 and, in order …
Construction Glossary of Terms
Good communication is the key to a successful build. Whether you’re new to construction, a homeowner wanting to navigate a build or an old pro who bumps up against something you don’t understand, we’ve got your back! Aggregate: A particulate material consisting of stone and sand used to make concrete. Backfilling: Refilling a hole or …
How to Remove Paint and Other Coatings Safely
Stripping a coating can be rewarding and it should be environmentally friendly because you are giving an old building, floor or piece of furniture a new lease on life rather than buying new materials.
The Real Cost of Workplace Injuries
We get it, creating a safe jobsite takes time and money and often you just need to get the job done. Sticking to regulations about working at height or putting in the kinds of safety measures that many of your employees see as unnecessary may tempt you into taking shortcuts on your construction jobsite. Unfortunately, accidents happen and when they do, your negligence may cost you a fortune.
Summer Renovations that Give you the Most Bang for your Buck
Homeowners are increasingly looking to reduce the monthly costs of running their home by improving their building’s energy envelope. As the summer temperatures rise, you can maximize your home’s energy efficiency by focusing on the following areas.
Survey Finds U.S. Floor Plans are Shrinking
Americans have, traditionally, felt like bigger is always better when it comes to homes. When the recession hit, those big homes proved too much for some homeowners and the resultant housing crises has altered the way Americans build.
Five most Time Consuming Call-Backs: Roofs
Call-backs for roofing problems don’t come cheap. From mystery noises to leaks, these troublesome tasks can really eat into your already slim profit margins. Here are some regular culprits that can be avoided with just a little more attention to detail during the installation phase.
5 Ways to Make your Contractor Business More Successful
Most of your business will come through recommendations and word of mouth, so you have to provide a good service on the job and when problems arise. Here are a few ways in which to do just that:
