Construction Practices
Construction Practices
Articles, surveys, ideas, trends, and tips on best practices for residential builders, remodelers, and architects serving the residential construction industry.
How to Insulate a Heated, Structural Slab with XPS
ProTradeCraft's Building Resilience season three starts with making a basement more comfortable
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How to Retrofit Foundation Footings
To make a low-height basement a more comfortable living space, this remodeler digs deeper but needs to add support to do so
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6 Must-Knows for Installing Pocket Doors
Save your sanity: Do it right the first time
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Crawl Spaces to Basements: Proceed with Caution
Converting a crawl space to other uses can upgrade a home and add significant value, but when done incorrectly, it can also be disastrous
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2015 Professional Remodeler 40 Under 40
These bright, young professionals are set to take the remodeling industry to new heights
Allyson Synstad: Marketing Makeover
Consistent branding and an updated online presence are just the start for this marketing pro
Joe Shimanski: 5 Steps to Excellence
By defining key processes in several easy steps and empowering employees, the future looks bright for Distinctive Drywall
Jeremy Martin: Going Paperless
Construction experience and a solid grasp of technology combine to create smooth and efficient processes
Erica Lugbill: Proving Ground
Design talent and determination lead to a company launch and business success
Brandt Knowlton: Lead by Example
A keen sense of efficient processes, sound business practices, and attention to employee development makes for strong leadership
Michael Hayes: Appetite for Self-Improvement
System improvements and a focus on training for continued improvement are the keys to great teams and company growth
Zechariah Johnson: A New Vision
From being there for the company's inception to playing a key role in its evolution and growth
Rhonda Burgin: Open-Minded Leadership
A positive problem-solving attitude and dedication to high standards put this young co-owner out in front