Construction Practices
Construction Practices
Articles, surveys, ideas, trends, and tips on best practices for residential builders, remodelers, and architects serving the residential construction industry.
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How to Attach a Patio Roof to an Existing House
A graceful integration may mean more work but improved functionality and aesthetics
Jobsite Know-How
How To Improve Energy Performance in Existing Attics
There’s more to insulating the attic than attic insulation; there’s venting, air sealing, and misery
Model ReModel
Model ReModel 2022: A Case Study in Sustainable, Thoughtful Construction
The eighth annual Model ReModel project features an accessory dwelling unit, designed for aging in place, attached to a 19th-century Victorian
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Choosing the Right Business Software
Consider these questions before purchasing digital solutions for your company
Making Room for Roof Insulation
Whether you use trusses or rafters, creating space above exterior walls will improve energy performance
A Carpenter’s First Time Building Concrete Countertops
Guts, grout, and happy accidents make concrete countertops that look like stone—at least to non-geologists
Deja Vu All Over Again
There is no faster, more effective way to develop empathy with your clients’ experience than to become a remodeling client yourself
The Whole Truth
Tradeoffs are a fact of life for remodeling Clients. To make good decisions, they need information...all of it.
Dig Deeper
A few easy-to-learn prompts combined with strong listening skills can help increase your close rate and avoid unhappy clients