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    Andy Byrnes, architect and president of design/build firm The Construction Zone, in Phoenix, converted a barn into a stunning guest house.
    All photos: Bill TimmermanAndy Byrnes, architect and president of design/build firm The Construction Zone (TCZ), in Phoenix, built a barn on his property in 2004...
    Feb. 17, 2016
    Architect Doug Walter shows how to light a kitchen correctly light kitchen
    All illustrations: Doug WalterFor too many years, the advice about kitchen lighting given by people who should know better has been to place the can lights out in the aisles of...
    Feb. 15, 2016
    The nuances of a marketing plan can get complex, but at the heart of it are two simple goals: identifying qualified prospects, and generating enough leads to meet revenue targets.
    Marketing is a weak spot for most remodelers. I’m not sure exactly why, but one theory is that when they first start out, work comes to them. They keep busy working from one word...
    Feb. 13, 2016
    Delta-Dry is an HDPE roll material at the core of Cosella-Dörken’s Delta Rainscreen System.
    Delta-Dry is an HDPE roll material at the core of Cosella-Dörken’s Delta Rainscreen System. The dimpled surface promotes drainage and airflow at both sheathing and siding. Compatible...
    Feb. 12, 2016
    The Kohler Veil toilet offers some high-tech luxury features
    Kohler's one-piece Veil toilet also functions as a bidet and includes a warm-air dryer, an automatic air deodorizer, and a seat that’s both heated and motion-activated...
    Feb. 10, 2016
    Kohler Veil toilet
    1 ] Cleanliness is the American Standard Vormax line’s top priority. Each model is designed to get rid of all splatter, skid marks, and clinging waste in a single 1.28-gallon ...
    Feb. 10, 2016
    The DeWalt Compact Jobsite Table Saw is a good choice for pros seeking a portable table saw
    All photos: courtesy ProToolReviews.comI keep a 5 horsepower Unisaw in my shop, but I am in the field doing installs 70 percent of the time. So when I had the opportunity to review...
    Feb. 9, 2016
    Festool TS 75 plunge cut track saw in action
    Photo: courtesy Festool Michael LoseyLead Carpenter, Bright Ideas by Martinec, Big Flats, N.Y. When we started using the Festool TS 75, we almost couldn’t ...
    Feb. 6, 2016
    Update job descriptions with input from existing staff
    In a growing market, more people and resources are needed to sell, estimate, produce, administrate, and manage projects effectively while striving to maintain strong customer ...
    Feb. 3, 2016
    Remodelers should use the final walkthrough as a chance to impress clients
    The final walk-through of a home remodeling project is an exciting time for both the client and the contractor. It’s the moment when you can demonstrate the fruits of your labor...
    Feb. 2, 2016
    Cyberattacks occur in remodeling companies, so it's important to educate your staff about cyber security.
    Chad Hatfield clearly remembers the day he walked into his office and saw his wife preparing to transfer funds from the company’s bank account. “What are you doing?” he recalls...
    Jan. 29, 2016
    When contractors discover a defect in their work, repairing the defect can be risky unless you take some precautions
    Contractors who discover a defect in their work find themselves between a rock and a hard place. They can ignore the problem and risk liability, or fix it and risk destroying ...
    Jan. 27, 2016