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Yards Hit the Top of the Wish List for New Buyers

April 6, 2022 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

76% of Americans rate a spacious yard as the most important part of their home.

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Home Improvements that will Save Money this Summer

April 3, 2022 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

We tend to focus on winter as the season to watch our energy consumption, but summer cooling and maintenance costs can be just as pricey. There are ways to reduce your fuel and energy consumption and the maintenance costs of your home or condo without a major capital outlay. Garden Smart Create a little oasis …

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The Dangers of Hearing Loss for Construction Workers

March 31, 2022 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers

Workers who are exposed to high noise levels on a daily basis run the risk of permanent hearing damage or loss.

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Utilities Installation Made Easy with Tunneling Robot

March 1, 2022 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

Creating underground utility tunnels through bedrock can be costly and time consuming. Now a San-Francisco robotics company has created a boring robot to do the heavy lifting for you!

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When Should You Replace Your HVAC Filter?

February 28, 2022 / Posted in: Builders, DIY, Framers

The standard time frame for changing your air conditioner filter is every 30 days, but is this general rule true for every home?

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Reduce Wasted Time on your Jobsite

January 25, 2022 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

You can reduce time wastage through better building systems and by boosting organization

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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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Construction Labor Shortage Deepens

December 16, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Framers

The labor shortage in the construction industry grows every year as an aging workforce retires (the median age of construction workers is 41).

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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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