Garage Storage Tips
Keep your garage clean and safe with these garage storage tips!
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Know your Building Science Climate Zone
Knowing the climate zone your residential build will take place in will influence many of the decisions you will make as to construction methods and building materials. As energy conservation becomes a growing concern, building to your climate zone is an excellent way to ensure that you are providing your clients with the best options. Keep in mind that building and energy codes are the minimum standard.
Tips on Dealing with Extreme Cold
Stay warm and safe when dealing with extreme cold conditions. Follow these tips to keep your crew warm and protected with the right clothing.
Three Things You’re Doing Wrong with Batt Insulation
Here’s some things you should focus on when installing batt insulation in order to improve your home’s R-value.
How to Stop Your Remodeling Business Growing Too Fast
With a labor shortage and aging workforce, you may be caught with work and no one to do it. Here’s how to grow responsibly.
Get your Home Ready for Winter Weather
Does the prospect of soaring winter heating bills give you the chills? You can slash your winter energy bills and prevent emergency repairs with these simple home maintenance tips.
DIY Gone Wrong—Some Projects May Actually Lower Home Values
Don’t DIY and devalue your home: learn all local building codes before attempting repairs, and keep documents of any inspection results. #DIY
Are Triple-Pane Windows a Good Investment?
As efficient building envelopes become more of a priority for builders, you may be considering investing in triple-pane windows for the R-value they offer. The technology behind window design has improved in leaps and bounds as manufacturers attempt to overcome the poor insulation value that windows traditionally offer the home builder. Unfortunately, the improved insulation comes at a high price. Do triple-pane windows offer sufficient energy-saving to justify the investment?
Five most Time-Consuming Call-backs: Wall Systems
The dreaded call-back from an unhappy customer often takes up time and money that eats into your profit margins. However, successfully dealing with these issues can boost your customer service and improve word-of-mouth business. Turn your clients into raving fans with these call-back fixes.
Where Water Damage Hides
Protect your home from water damage: Water damage can be avoided by regularly checking windowsills, frames and more. #WaterDamage