Designed for small to midsize construction companies, the NAHB's 'Construction Safety Program Manual: A Guide for Home Builders and Contractors' eliminates the need to hire an additional employee to implement a safety program.

Dan Bawden, CGR, CGB, JD Legal Eagle Construction, Houston

Jan Dell, CGR, Peter Dell Custom Remodeling Inc., Yakima, Wash.

With the brick industry stepping up its marketing efforts and consumers wanting to build with traditional materials, bricks have been at a premium since October 1999.

Winning the National Remodeling Quality Award in 1996 started J.J. Swartz Co. down a path it continues to walk.

To save money on T-shirts and hats with his company logo, Patrick Franz of Clairmont Ltd. in Hinsdale, Ill., used Lands’ End. He did the initial legwork to prepare the logo.

Internet HOMExperts home maintenance service from INTEGREX offers homeowners the option of having a professional handyman perform a preventive maintenance inspection of their home.

Don’t let common marketing mistakes take away from your professional image and ability to attract new customers.

New online tools for remodelers

So, you’ve decided to join the Internet boom and establish an online presence for your business. This is a smart move. Many of your toughest competitors are there and prospering already.