Understanding Plumbing Codes: What Contractors Should Know
Plumbing codes are more than just guidelines; they’re essential rules designed to ensure the safety, functionality, and longevity of plumbing systems. For...
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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...
Bracing Floor Trusses: A Comprehensive Guide for Contractors and Remodelers
Floor trusses are an essential component in modern construction, offering strength, flexibility, and efficiency for both residential and commercial projects....
Why Soil Moisture Matters When Pouring Concrete Footings
When it comes to constructing a solid foundation, few factors are as crucial as soil moisture. For contractors and remodelers, understanding the role of soil...
Proper Air Sealing in a Home Renovation: A Guide for Contractors and Remodelers
When it comes to home renovation, one crucial aspect that often gets overlooked is air sealing. Proper air sealing can significantly enhance a home’s energy...
Your Comprehensive Guide to Planning a Home Addition
Expanding your home with an addition is an exciting venture that can enhance your living space, increase your property value, and accommodate your growing...
June House Projects: Contractor's Guide to Summer Renovations
As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, June marks the onset of summer—a perfect time for homeowners to embark on a variety of renovation projects....
Spring Into Action: How to Kickstart May Projects
As the flowers bloom and the temperatures rise, May marks the perfect time for contractors to spring into action and tackle new projects. Whether you're a...
Rewiring an Old House
Owning an older home brimming with character can be a rewarding experience, but it often comes with the challenge of outdated electrical systems. If you find...
Things to Consider Before Starting Your Deck Project
Building your own deck can be a rewarding experience for any handyman or homeowner. If you are looking to build a deck for your home, then here a few things to...
Equipped for Success: Essential Tools for Contractors and DIY Homeowners Tackling Spring Projects
As the blossoms start to bloom and the days grow longer, spring emerges as the perfect season to breathe new life into your surroundings. Whether you're a...
Five Winter-Friendly Exterior Projects
Winter may not always be the first season that comes to people’s minds when they are thinking of revamping the exterior of their homes. However, the winter...
Independent Contractor Taxes: What You Need to Know
There are a lot of benefits that go along with being self-employed. One of which are the tax advantages. These benefits won’t happen without a little effort,...
Seal the Deal: A Guide on What to Look for in Exterior Caulk
When it comes to protecting your home from the elements, few things are as crucial as a well-applied exterior caulk. This unsung hero plays a vital role in...
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...
Beating Wood Rot
Wood rot is a far bigger problem nowadays than it was in years past. That’s primarily because today’s fast-growthlumber is much less forgiving of sloppy...
Managing Wood Movement
Wood is hygroscopic, meaning it exchanges moisture with the surrounding environment. When it absorbs moisture, wood swells, and when it releases moisture...
The Transformative Power of a Front Porch
A front porch can be a great addition to a home for many reasons, including enhancing its curb appeal and functionality. Updating or adding a new front porch...
How to Repair a Rotted Soffit
Soffit is a critical but often overlooked part of any home, building, or roofed structure. Rot or other damage can cause a wide range of structural problems...
When to Know If It’s Time for Siding Replacement
Siding is an essential part of a building’s structure, providing both protection from the elements as well as aesthetic appeal. As siding ages and becomes worn...
Concrete Basics - How To Do a Slump Test
On site, the accepted way to gauge and control water content is the slump test. To do the test properly, use a standard cone 12 inches high, 4 inches wide at...
Construction Safety Meeting Topics for the Summer
Safety training is essential for any contractor, and regular safety meetings can share important information with entire crews, departments, and staff. Opting...
How to Install Fake Beams Like a Pro
Every remodeling job is different, but a lot of what carpenters do on any job is stuff they’ve done before. When you know you’re going to be doing something...
Choosing Interior Paint Colors
So you’ve just renovated your house. Or, you've just moved in! But something is missing. That something is color—the homeowner’s secret weapon. Color can be...
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....