Why Soil Moisture Matters When Pouring Concrete Footings
When it comes to constructing a solid foundation, few factors are as crucial as soil moisture. For contractors and remodelers, understanding the role of soil...
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Bracing Floor Trusses: A Comprehensive Guide for Contractors and Remodelers
Floor trusses are an essential component in modern construction, offering strength, flexibility, and efficiency for both residential and commercial projects....
Proper Air Sealing in a Home Renovation: A Guide for Contractors and Remodelers
When it comes to home renovation, one crucial aspect that often gets overlooked is air sealing. Proper air sealing can significantly enhance a home’s energy...
Guide to Insulating Attics and Roofs to Prevent Wet Roofs in Home Renovation and New Builds
When it comes to home renovations or new builds, one of the critical components that contractors and remodelers must address is attic and roof insulation....
Summer Heat Safety: Essential Tips for Contractors Working in July
As the temperatures soar in July, contractors face the dual challenge of maintaining productivity while ensuring the safety and well-being of their crew....
Your Comprehensive Guide to Planning a Home Addition
Expanding your home with an addition is an exciting venture that can enhance your living space, increase your property value, and accommodate your growing...
Prepping Your Home Exterior for Paint: A Comprehensive Guide
Giving your home a fresh coat of paint can breathe new life into its appearance and enhance its curb appeal. However, achieving a flawless finish starts with...
June House Projects: Contractor's Guide to Summer Renovations
As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, June marks the onset of summer—a perfect time for homeowners to embark on a variety of renovation projects....
Project Ideas for Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day is known as the kickoff of summer fun. Campgrounds, amusement parks and beaches all typically mark the long weekend as their season’s opening. If...
Spring Into Action: How to Kickstart May Projects
As the flowers bloom and the temperatures rise, May marks the perfect time for contractors to spring into action and tackle new projects. Whether you're a...
In Depth: Trim & Moulding
The famous American architect Frank Lloyd Wright had a thing for trim and moulding. In his house designs, he made liberal use of overwhelming horizontal...
Building Green: Sustainable Ideas for Contractors and DIY Enthusiasts
In the modern era, construction and home improvement are no longer just about creating structures; they are about building a sustainable and eco-friendly...
Kitchen Design
Most kitchen layouts start from the concept of a “work triangle” between the sink, refrigerator, and cooking surface (Figure A). For an efficient work triangle...
Building Safety from the Ground Up: Crafting an OSHA-Compliant Program for Homebuilding Construction Sites
Safety is the cornerstone of any successful construction project, and in the realm of homebuilding, it takes on heightened significance. As the construction...
A Look at Traditional Trim Designs
While I spend much of my time traveling around the country teaching carpenters and contractors the ins and outs of trim carpentry, I don’t often have the...
Five Winter-Friendly Exterior Projects
Winter may not always be the first season that comes to people’s minds when they are thinking of revamping the exterior of their homes. However, the winter...
How to Refinish a Bathtub
Whether your bathtub shows just a little wear, some significant scratches, or bad staining, refinishing can renew the tub and give it new life for a fraction...
Elevate Your Culinary Space: The Best Kitchen Improvement Projects to Complete
The kitchen, often considered the heart of the home, is a space where functionality and aesthetics harmonize to create a welcoming environment. If you're...
Where To Start When Redoing your Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen remodels are always interesting as they encompass so many moving parts and different materials. Kitchens themselves are unique in that it’s the one...
Beautiful Hazard: How to Design Safe, Functional and Beautiful Stairs
While on a recent trip to Dallas, I had dinner with a friend at an outdoor restaurant. One of topics we discussed was this very article on designing better...
Preparing Your Home for Holiday Guests with Interior and Exterior Projects
As the crisp autumn air arrives, it signals not only the changing seasons but also the approaching holiday season. With family gatherings and festivities on...
A Comprehensive Guide for DIY-ers and Contractors to Prep Equipment for Winter
As the chill of winter settles in, DIY enthusiasts and contractors alike gear up to face the unique challenges posed by cold weather. Winterizing your...
Fall Essentials for Contractors: A Seasonal Shopping Guide
As the vibrant colors of summer give way to the crispness of autumn, contractors are gearing up for a new season of projects. Fall brings its own set of...
Different Types of Mortar and Their Uses
When it comes to masonry construction, choosing the right type of mortar is crucial for the success and durability of your project. Different types of mortar...
End of Season Checklist for your Deck or Patio
It’s been a great summer and you’ve been enjoying your patio or deck as much as humanly possible, right? Well, remember early this spring when you opened up...