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8 Winter Maintenance Steps for Homeowners

January 10, 2022 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

Taking steps to properly maintain your home during the winter months will mean saving money on things like burst pipes and damaged roofs. Regular winter maintenance will also mean a more comfortable home and lower heating bills.

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4 Things your Should Know when Studying to Enter the Construction Industry

November 25, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Framers, General

Here are some tips on how to navigate construction qualifications that can give you a boost.

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How to Attract Younger Talent to your Construction Firm

November 23, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Framers

With an aging population aggravating the labor shortage, construction firms must change tactics to attract younger employees.

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Caulking Tips From Pros

October 12, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, DIY, Framers

Here are a few tips from the pros to ensure you caulk it right the first time.

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At 83%, Job Satisfaction in the Trades Remains High

October 8, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

Angi’s second annual Skill Trades in America report shows that those with careers in the trades enjoy greater job satisfaction.

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6 Ways to Keep your Construction Project on Budget

September 13, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, DIY, Framers

When your reputation is at stake, you can follow these simple tips to keep your project on target.

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Improve Maintenance of Your Deep Cycle Batteries

August 20, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

Deep cycle batteries are expensive and, while a necessary cost, they need to be properly maintained in order to last for their full life cycle.

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The Guide to Accurate Labor Cost Estimates

July 29, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

Providing your clients with accurate estimates is essential to providing the kind of service that will have your clients recommending you to others.

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Lot Sizes Shrinking Nationwide

July 26, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

Over the last decade alone, the national average lot size for a new family home build has dropped by nearly 2,000 square feet from 10,500 square-feet in 2010 to 8,700 square feet in 2020.

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Pilot Study Shows Construction Flexitime Improves Job Satisfaction

July 13, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

A pilot program shows that construction jobsite flexitime may actually improve job satisfaction.

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