Whether you are the proud owner of a new house or a seasoned contractor advising new clients, knowing what to tackle first can really help you get settled in. Here’s how to decide what you can do yourself as a homeowner, and what you should leave to the pros. Angie Hicks from Angie’s List explains: …
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 …
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.
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.
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.
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:
It secures a home’s energy envelope which means the homeowner saves money on energy bills and it makes for a more comfortable home. Proper installation of insulation is the key to success. It doesn’t matter what kind of insulation you choose, putting it in right will be the best way to ensure success.
Phil Crone talks about the labor challenges the Dallas construction industry faces and how to bring back training in trades
Learn more about the PACT curriculum and how it prepares students for the jobsite.
Studying carpentry with the HBI enabled Chuck Vaughn to enjoy a career in something he really loved. Chuck received both classroom and on-the-job training; “It’s the best thing I ever did.”
