Preparing For a New Year of DIY Projects
As most homeowners know, your “to do” list of projects never really gets completely crossed out. The bottom of the list just keeps getting longer. The...
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Jobs Too Small or Too Big For a Contractor
Most contractors would probably like to stand by the statement that “no job is too big or too small”. For the most part, it’s probably true. The last thing you...
Become Your Own Contractor
Part of the pride of being a homeowner is being able to customize it just the way that you want it. Many homeowners also get additional pride from knowing that...
Is it Time to Add More Attic Insulation?
So, you’ve got your new windows and doors. All of your weather-stripping is in place and your house is sealed against the elements. You may think you’re all...
Closing the Space Above the Kitchen Cabinets with MDF and Moldings
If you’re like many homeowners, there’s that space above your cabinets in the kitchen that is too high reach, too narrow to put another cabinet, or too...
Garage Makeover Projects
Every garage owner knows the luxury of their extra storage space— at least until it becomes full. They soon learn how quickly that luxury can become a burden....
Ways to Generate More Leads for Contractors
An ongoing challenge for contractors—especially those just starting out— is finding new customers. Generally, by doing your job well and proving your company’s...
Use Paving Stones to Transform Your Outdoor Space
If you find yourself gazing out into your backyard thinking of something you can do to spruce things up, have you considered using paving stones? Installing...
Exterior Colors to Help Make Your House Stand Out
We all want our homes to stand out. It’s not so difficult in a rural setting, but in a suburban setting where there are rows of homes, a little individuality...
Deck Staining and Sealing Tips
The days are getting warmer, and summer will be here before you know it. If you’ve decided that your deck needs to be stained or sealed, then it’s important to...
How to Market Your Small Contractor Company
Without a doubt, the best marketing for a small contractor company starts with a job well done. That alone can showcase your company’s dedication to quality,...
How to Clean Your Air Conditioner Condenser Unit
Maintaining and cleaning your air-conditioner condenser unit on a regular basis is the best way to ensure the unit will remain reliable and efficient...
Tips For Staining Your Wood Deck
Staining your deck is a fairly simple task and it can keep your deck looking vibrant year after year. If your deck needs to be stained, here’s how to do it:...
Shedding Some Light: Shed Building Tips
If you find yourself reminiscing about the days when you could actually park your car in the garage, it may be time to build a shed. An outdoor shed is an...
Wood and Paint Adhesion
Whether the home is new construction or purchased from a previous owner, painting its exterior is the first step toward making it your home. Likewise, if...
The Latest Tech Innovations for Contractors
Who doesn’t like the latest gadgets to help make the job go a little easier? The old adage that “necessity is the mother of invention” holds true here....
Adding Extra Counter Space with These D.I.Y Tips
Besides the stove, refrigerator and sink, all kitchens have one other thing in common: there’s never enough counter space. Enough room to work is essential for...
Need More Space? An Organized Closet Can Help!
It doesn’t take long to fill up a closet. Though we often start with the best of intentions, keeping closets organized can be quite a struggle. There are many...
Best Flooring Options for Pet Owners
At some point in our lives, most of us have been pet owners. In fact, according to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), nearly 60% of Americans...
Tips to Improve the Air Quality in Your Home
Many think air pollution is just an outdoor issue. The truth is, indoor air quality is just as important. Perhaps even more so, when you consider the amount...
Power Tools Every Homeowner Should Have
Owning a home, means maintaining a home. In order to do so properly, there is a basic arsenal of power tools that each homeowner should have at their disposal....
Going from Wallpaper to Paint
When renovating a room in their home, many people make the choice to go from paint to wallpaper. Generally, the only preparation needed is to fill holes or...
Contractor Hiring Tips for Homeowners
The idea behind a home improvement is to make your home a better place to live in. Nearly just as important is the improvement made to your home’s value. Such...
Some "Sound" Installing Advice
Increasing the mass of partitions in light construction is neither aesthetically pleasing nor cost-effective as a method of sound control. Discontinuous...
Job Site Tips: Good Roofing Practices
Job Site Tips: Good Roofing Practices Build roofs and flashing with a slope of at least 1/4” per foot Provide at least a 4” overlap of flashing to prevent...