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.
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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.
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:
5 Fun Upcycling Ideas for Leftover Gutters
Got some guttering left over from a construction job? Don’t throw it out! Here are some great ways to reuse and recycle this valuable resource.
Better Home Insulation Tips
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.
Student Training in the Dallas Area with Phil Crone
Phil Crone talks about the labor challenges the Dallas construction industry faces and how to bring back training in trades
We Talk HBI curriculum with Steve Cousins
Learn more about the PACT curriculum and how it prepares students for the jobsite.
An HBI Success Story with Former Student, Chuck Vaughn
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.”
How the Home Builder’s Institute Changes Lives
HBI student Taylor Thompson discusses his experiences and how his carpentry course has changed his life.
