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Preventing Common Callbacks

March 5, 2019 / Posted in: Builders, DIY, Framers

Preventing Common Callbacks – Keep water out of your home by correctly grading and installing perimeter drainage.

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This Winter, Taking Care of your Crew Could Save Lives

December 18, 2018 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

Understand the symptoms of hypothermia, look out for cognitive impairment and ensure your workers’ safety.

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Why the Festive Season is the Busiest for Plumbers

December 12, 2018 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

With families making enormous meals at Thanksgiving and Christmas, leftovers and grease can contribute to plumbing woes.

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Strategies to Retain Crew Members in a Labor Shortage

November 19, 2018 / Posted in: Builders, Framers, HOMEPAGE FEATURE

Fighting labor shortage in construction? Here are ways to retain staff and maintain profit margins. Labor Shortage.

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Communication is Key for Callback Prevention

November 15, 2018 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

Change is coming to the construction industry. Improve communication & get the job done with success using our proven strategies.

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Survey Finds Most Workers Suffer from Fatigue

November 7, 2018 / Posted in: The Ol' Sage Builder

Fatigue in safety-critical industries has disastrous consequences

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Should You Buy Equipment or Lease It?

November 1, 2018 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

Investment in equipment is essential for the successful construction company – but should you buy, rent, lease or borrow?

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Should your Small Construction Company Get a Drone?

September 7, 2018 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

Safeguard construction projects with drones optimized for construction companies.

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Are Ceilings Fans a Good Investment?

August 14, 2018 / Posted in: Builders, DIY

Take home comfort a step further. Find out how ceiling fans can assist in regulating temperature and evaporating sweat. #CeilingFans

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Improper Hardwood Flooring Care Could Void the Warranty

July 31, 2018 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY

Protect your hardwood floor effectively by understanding the optimal temperature and humidity for the environmental conditions of your home.

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