Second only to project cost overruns, the largest complaint homeowners have about remodeling projects is the amount of dust generated during the work. Photo courtesy of Melissa at Bless This Mess Please Many homeowners breathe a sigh of relief … Continue reading
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HomeAdvisor’s new Apple Watch app will save homeowners who need repairs and improvements a lot of headaches. HomeAdvisor, a virtual residential repair and renovation services marketplace, has announced the development of an app for Apple Watch that easily connects home … Continue reading
One of the more difficult aspects of being in the construction business is that the product is very long-lived (if it’s built well) which seems to seriously reduce the likelihood of repeat customers. This doesn’t have to be the case, … Continue reading
It’s no secret that buying a newly built home means paying a premium pricetag, but aspiring homeowners are increasingly willing to pay more for a brand-new home. This is due in part to the array of options available to customize … Continue reading
Knowing your stuff isn’t the only vital part of a contractor’s job skills. Unless a contractor knows how to sell himself or herself to potential clients and GC’s, they will never reach the level of career success they deserve. To … Continue reading
With Labor Day behind us and cooler weather ahead, most pool owners around the country are beginning to think about winterizing their in-ground pools. Winterizing a pool keeps key components from freeze damage. It also saves a lot of time … Continue reading
Although summer traditionally begins on June 21, most Americans begin to feel the heat long before then. But ever-increasing energy costs and concerns over environmental pollution have left some reluctant to crank up the A/C, leaving their homes stifling and … Continue reading
Summer is one hot season to grow your building business. Between June and August 2014, the great state of Texas will play host to three major construction and building expositions. Check out what’s on offer this season: Build Expo, Houston, … Continue reading
The Construction Education Foundation reports that average age of a skilled craftsman is 49, and the average age for stonemasons is 69. In the next ten years, an estimated 20% of the skilled laborers in the construction industry will be … Continue reading
The numbers are in, and it’s official: the return-on-investment for home remodeling projects of all kinds is skyrocketing! Quality residential construction leads are one positive result of the remodeling boom. This increase in remodeling work is accompanied by an upswing … Continue reading