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<h1>Construction Quality</h1><p class="vocab-desc">A compilation of HousingZone's articles, surveys, ideas, trends, and tips on construction quality for residential builders, remodelers, and architects serving the residential construction industry.</p>
DOE’s Energy Star Program To Sell Upgrades
The Energy Star Home Upgrade consists of six high-impact, energy-efficient improvements for houses
Design
Things are Looking Up
Raise the drama in your next remodeling project by focusing on the ceiling design
Business
Building Envelope Solutions To Eliminate Thermal Bridging
Contractors must recognize how and where thermal bridging occurs so they can employ methods to eliminate it
News
NARI Renames Awards Program
The awards program has a new name, but continues its tradition of recognizing the best in residential remodeling
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CotY Awards 2020
NARI's 2020 CotY Awards celebrate the best remodeling has to offer, reminding us of the extraordinary work our industry is producing
Preconstruction Checklist
Save your team a headache by using this detailed pre-con list with clients before the job starts
The New American Remodel 2020: Making a Home That Fits
A look at this year's home, which aims to serve as a design beacon to new developments in its palm-heavy, stucco-clad, equestrianian neighborhood on the outskirts of Las Vegas
How to Repair Plaster on Lath
For long-lasting results, reattach loose lath and plaster surrounding the patch
Inviting Contemporary
The 2020 New American Remodel shows how modern design can appeal to traditional sensibilities
Decked Out
Four decks from four different deck builders, celebrating unique design and exceptional execution
Mid-Century Masterpiece
The 2020 New American Remodel is a masterful example of modern design customized for one particular site