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Drywall Finish Options: Choosing the Right Look for Your Project

When it comes to drywall, many people think of it as just a basic component of walls and ceilings. However, the way drywall is finished can have a major impact on the overall appearance, functionality, and design of a space. Contractors and DIYers alike should consider the various drywall finish...

Installing Base Cabinets in Out-of-Level Kitchens: A Contractor’s Guide

Installing base cabinets in a kitchen with uneven floors can be a challenging task, but with the right tools, preparation, and techniques, you can achieve a professional finish that ensures functionality and aesthetic appeal. Uneven floors are a common issue in older homes or spaces that have...

Winterizing Your Home: Essential Tasks for Contractors and DIYers

As the temperatures drop and winter approaches, it’s crucial to prepare your home for the cold months ahead. For contractors and DIY enthusiasts alike, winterizing a home is about ensuring it stays warm, efficient, and protected from the elements. Whether you’re getting your own home ready or...

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. From outdoor upgrades to indoor improvements, contractors are in high demand to help homeowners bring their visions to life. In this blog...

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 seasoned professional or an aspiring DIY enthusiast, having the right tools and supplies is essential for success. In this blog post, we'll...

Rewiring an Old House

Owning an older home brimming with character can be a rewarding experience, but it often comes with the challenge of outdated electrical systems. If you find yourself contemplating rewiring your vintage abode, this DIY guide is here to help you navigate the process. Rewiring is a substantial...

Equipped for Success: Essential Tools for Contractors and DIY Homeowners Tackling Spring Projects

As the blossoms start to bloom and the days grow longer, spring emerges as the perfect season to breathe new life into your surroundings. Whether you're a seasoned contractor or a DIY enthusiast, having the right tools at your disposal is crucial for the success of your spring projects. In this...

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 opportunity to work for myself—until recently. I bought a home in the Pacific Northwest and during the remodel, I decided to trim all the windows...

Independent Contractor Taxes: What You Need to Know

There are a lot of benefits that go along with being self-employed. One of which are the tax advantages. These benefits won’t happen without a little effort, though. You must be diligent about keeping records, organizing all receipts and paying estimated taxes. With some foresight, budgeting, and...

Winterizing Your Equipment: A Comprehensive Guide for Contractors and DIY-ers

As the temperatures drop and the winter season approaches, it's time for contractors and DIY enthusiasts to prepare their equipment for the challenges of colder weather. Properly winterizing your tools and machinery is essential to ensure they remain in top working condition, prevent costly repairs...

Seal the Deal: A Guide on What to Look for in Exterior Caulk

When it comes to protecting your home from the elements, few things are as crucial as a well-applied exterior caulk. This unsung hero plays a vital role in sealing gaps, preventing moisture intrusion, and maintaining the integrity of your home. However, not all caulks are created equal, and...

Ways to Generate More Leads for Contractors

An ongoing challenge for contractors—especially those just starting out— is finding new customers. Generally, by doing your job well and proving your company’s dedication to quality, professionalism and reliability, you are already well on your way to cultivating future work. Word-of-mouth builds...

Contractor Tips about Vinyl, Composite, & PVC Fencing

Vinyl, composite, and PVC fencing are becoming more viable options over traditional wood fencing, in many parts of the country. The reasons are compelling. Compared to wood, the three are virtually maintenance free. Insects and rot are not a problem and they won’t split, crack, or splinter. Vinyl...

Tips on How to Build a Pole Barn

A pole barn is a structure essentially comprised of a roof that is suspended by a series of poles, which are sunk into the ground. It is an old, tried and true building concept that is still widely used today because of its simplicity, versatility and long-lasting nature. Building a pole barn is a...

Decking Material Considerations

A deck can be a great addition to any home, offering an outdoor space for relaxation, entertaining, and enjoyment. But when it comes to choosing the right decking material, homeowners have a lot of options to consider. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at different decking material...

Protecting Your Jobsite Crews From Cold weather

Working construction or any outdoor project can be a challenge during the winter months. Some days it’s freezing and others it’s just dark and cold with very little sunlight. When the temperature drops, the ice forms, and the snow begins to pile up, it doesn’t change the fact that for you and the...

Guide to Planning a Home Addition

A home addition can be a great way to adapt and update your home, increase its property value, and create exciting new spaces you and your family can enjoy for years or even generations to come. The project, however, can also be intimidating and overwhelming, especially if you have never tackled...

Mold Remediation in Your Home

Mold can be a silent but destructive home invader, creeping in from unsuspecting spots and causing significant damage and even health threats if left unchecked. Fortunately, mold remediation is possible no matter how extensive the problem may be, and knowing how to take remediation steps yourself...

The Right Steps to Effective Contractor Safety Management

For owners of a contracting business, safety management is every bit as important as quality of work and customer satisfaction. In fact, effective contractor safety management can result in an improved return on investment and reputation, which is vital for gaining new business. When a contracting...

Pneumatic Nailer Safety

One of the most dangerous tools that someone could easily use improperly is the pneumatic nail gun. If used correctly, the pneumatic nail gun is a great tool to make your work much faster. However, if it’s not used correctly, nails can easily be lodged in your fingers and/or hands. Worse yet, there...

Is Fence Installation the Next Big Opportunity for Home Improvement?

Outdoor spaces are one of the hottest remodeling trends for 2021, but designing full-scale outdoor living rooms may be out of scope for many companies. However, there is still an opening for home improvement professionals to get in on this gold rush: fence installation. “Given the increased focus...

3 Tips for Resilient Decking

Building decks in areas regularly exposed to moisture, such as rainy or snowy climates and shaded property, is often an invitation for rot and deterioration—even for some of the composite materials on the market. Additionally, direct sun can also heat up deck surfaces to uncomfortable levels. With...

How to Repair Your Wood Siding

Wood siding, for all of its classic elegance and historical significance, can require a lot of upkeep. Beyond the usual scraping and painting, there will be times when it needs a little more than just a fresh coat to hide its blemishes. The good news is that regardless of the type of wood or style...

Your Deck: Do-over or Makeover?

If your old deck is looking worn and shabby, you might be thinking it’s time to demolish it and start over with a newly designed deck. While that’s a perfectly reasonable approach, there are others ones that may better suit your need --and your budget. Depending on the condition of your existing...

Winter Home Improvement Tips to Help Save you Money and Energy

Just because every year there’s always talks about Global Warming, the warmest winter in years, and the sweaty hot summer we just had doesn’t mean winter is going to be some cake walk where no one slips, steps in the black slush, and wakes up in the middle of night to crank up the heat. When I look...