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Energy: The Bladeless Future of Wind Power
Building designers usually want to avoid vorticity, which Wired defines as an “aerodynamic effect that produces a pattern of spinning vortices.” But…
Design: Houzz Reviews the Latest Door Trends
In the words of Houzz contributor Laura Gaskill, “a just-right front door or interior door is a finishing touch that can really make a home sing.”…
Productivity: How Contractors Can Make Sure Payroll Taxes Are Paid on Time
Many contractors get nervous about missing payments or filling forms late. Guest blogger Melanie Hodgdon shares one very simple, “in your face” tip.…
Safety: Fall Protection Violations Continues to Top OSHA’s Most Cited List
According to contractor business coach Mark Paskell, a chat with the head of OSHA Construction revealed that fall protection violations are still the…
Building Science: Avoid More Work by Getting Your Building Enclosure Design Right
Building science expert Allison Bailes gives tips on how to save yourself from doing more work to block and seal air
Marketing: Clickbait Phrases Don’t Work with Email Marketing
Here’s a useful tip for planning email marketing campaigns: don’t use the words “shocking” or “secret of” in the subject line.
A study by data…
Legal: Be Careful with Your Locker-Room Banter
A court case in Southeast Louisiana 10 years ago involving a construction company set a new precedent that protects employees harassed based on…
Management: Game Theory for Everyday Decisions
Should you take that risk? Should you pay that much money? Everyday decisions can feel like a gamble. So why not hear what casino pros have to say…
Pushing Value for the Customer’s Own Good
Many remodelers are familiar with the scenario of a homeowner who wants to cut corners to cut costs, but ends up paying more in repairs than they…
New Lithium-Ion Battery Promises More Runtime
The manufacturer claims that the new battery, which is compatible with all of its 18v cordless tools, increases charge capacity by up to 45 percent