December 29, 2021
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While most professionals have some experience with home energy audits, there are many contractors who take short cuts. Knowing what to expect from a home energy audit and the right questions to ask will ensure that you get the most accurate results.
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December 10, 2021
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Retailers like The Home Depot have come up with a solution to shoplifting—tools that only work when they are activated at checkout.
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June 1, 2021
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers, The Ol' Sage Builder
According to a report from Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), builders who adopt these five habits and make them part of every jobsite are six times safer than those who don’t. ABC’s 2021 Safety Performance Report noted that the average incidence rate from the Bureau of Labor Statistics dropped from 3.0 per 1,000 hours in 2019 …
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December 8, 2020
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Fall isn’t the best time for gutters. Leaves, twigs and debris clog gutters which can cause water to flow back up under the shingles. In winter, snow melt can’t safely run off the roof and water pools only to ice overnight. As the ice expands, it pushes up under the shingles and causes leaks. Cleaning …
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September 26, 2020
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Overdriven fasteners can affect the shear capacity. Here are the important things to look for and if necessary corrective actions required as outlined by the APA.
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September 20, 2020
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Callbacks are every contractor’s worst nightmare. They eat into already tight profit margins and may cause delays in your subsequent jobs. On average, callbacks cost around 2% of total revenue and about $500 a house in admin costs. A regular issue is leaks which occur when subcontractors or builders accidentally damage lines during the construction …
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September 7, 2020
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers, The Ol' Sage Builder
The assertion that neck gaiters and bandannas have been said to provide little help in the spread of COVID-19 was the conclusion of a recent Duke University study. However, experts on aerosols have called into question the results of the study. The original Duke University study was published in American Association for the Advancement of …
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August 25, 2020
/ Posted in: Builders, Framers, The Ol' Sage Builder
Charging for estimates is somewhat of a controversial subject. Many contractors don’t charge for these as they don’t want to put potential clients off. However, quotes and proposals that take up your time should be valued and charging clients will root out any potential clients who aren’t serious. Here are some tips to making sure …
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