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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Working ‘In the Cart’
Design meetings that involve every employee generate better results and a deeper understanding of the project
Fresh Air: Rules for Good Indoor Air Quality
Follow these three rules for better indoor air quality in the home
Innovative Products: Metwood Building Solutions Joist Reinforcements
These metal plates restore strength to joists that have encountered an overzealous plumber
Exterior Details That Work
Time-tested architectural elements in masonry buildings not only look good, but serve to channel water away from the walls
Writing Specs Right
Project specification documents have a big impact on a remodeler’s profit. Follow these guidelines to make sure they’re detailed, clear, and accurate.
The New American Remodel 2018: Traditional, Modern, & High-Tech
Transforming a 1930s Orlando home into a showcase of contemporary living
Remodeling Pros Share Lessons Learned
Social media, a tight job market, and advancing technology give remodelers cause to rethink their companies’ adaptability
The $75,000 Marketing Campaign (Worth $1.7 million)
An idea that went from crazy to genious in 16 games