Ol Sage Survey Reveals Why Homeowners Choose to Remodel
Knowing why your clients are remodelling can help you to successfully fulfill their goals. Here are the main reasons why homeowners decide to remodel.
Builder Insights / Blog
Types of Subfloors you Can Use under Hardwood Flooring
While you should always adhere to the manufacturer’s installation instructions, there are some general guidelines provided by the NWFA that apply to most subflooring installations. There are a number of subflooring options available and you can speak with your design professional to find one that suits your climate, needs and budget.
Can SolarBord be Retrofitted?
Curious about if there is there any way Solarbord can be retrofitted between the rafters of an existing roof? Hmmm? Best consult the Ol’ Sage Builder!
7 Tips for Organizing your Workshop
Organizing your workshop and getting the most out of every item that comes through your door will take a little effort, but it will save you time and money in the long run. Here are a few easy steps to creating the ideal workshop space.
Impact Drivers Are the New Top Fasteners
Over the last ten years, builders have been participating in a quiet revolution that is changing the fastener industry. In a bid to save time and money, contractors are moving away from the more traditional power drills and multiple styles of bits to the more effective impact driver.
Direct Fired Heaters can lead to Excessive Moisture Problems
Direct fired heaters burn gas to produce heat. When gas burns, it produces water as a by-product…..which might lead to some serious moisture problems!
8 Tips to Successful Renovations
It’s spring and, as home and condo owners take advantage of the improved weather to do a little work on their homes, you may be wondering where your renovation dollar will have the most impact. Careful planning and the right choices are the best way to ensure that your home improvements actually add value to your property.
10 Most Common Code Violations Part 2
Knowing what to look out for will help you to pass your building inspection with flying colors. Failing an inspection can be costly and time consuming and can eat into already tight profit margins. Here are some of the most common reasons building fall short of code expectations.
Ten Most Common Code Violations Part 1
Failing a building inspection is a frustrating and costly experience for most contractors. You may have to go back and make adjustments or redo some aspects of the build and your scheduling will be compromised. You take longer to do the job and have to pay for the adjustments and that eats into your profit margins. Knowing the most common code violations and how to avoid them can save you time and money.
Causes of Telegraphing through Roof Shingles: Part 2
A recent inspection on a family residence revealed that sheathing panel edges were telegraphing through the roofing shingles. Since the roof was properly ventilated and there was no moisture present, we conducted an inspection to see what was causing the problem.
