5 Ways to Silence Squeaky Floors
Take these tips to heart to deliver quiet floors and satisfied homeowners
Tips for Placing HVAC Ducts in Conditioned Space
See how putting HVAC ducts inside conditioned space in a home benefits both the builder and the homeowner
Don't Underestimate the Importance of Roofing Underlayment
Regardless of which product you choose to use, installing a roofing underlayment will help ensure the roof system withstands the elements and the home stays dry
How to Build Healthy Homes That Protect Homebuyers From Radon
Consider a relatively simple and inexpensive passive mitigation system to vent radon—a radioactive, odorless, invisible gas—and deliver a truly healthy home
Reduce Lumber Waste: 3 Effective Strategies for Home Builders
Dumpsters overflowing with lumber are merely a symptom. To really reduce lumber waste on jobsites, you need to address your systems
Construction Job Search? Make Your Résumé Shine With These Tips
Résumé-writing advice for construction industry job seekers
Leadership
Is Your Problem-Solving Like Playing Whac-A-Mole?
Up your problem-solving game with these steps for process improvement
Quality Matters
Mitigate Cracks and Warranty Calls With Correct Construction Detailing for Siding
Creating adequate separation between materials—such as cementitious stucco, stone, or brick adjacent to wood-based or vinyl products—is critical to mitigating cracks (and worse) along surfaces
Net Zero
Net Zero Energy: The Ultimate Z.E.N. Home's Comfort Solution
The Ultimate Zero Energy Now Home took a team approach to conquer aggressive performance and cost goals and deliver optimum indoor comfort.
Quality Matters
Waterproofing Showers, Part 2: Site-Built Shower Pans
Pay attention to these details to properly waterproof site-fabricated shower pans
Quality Matters
Waterproofing Showers, Part 1: Preformed Shower Pan Detailing
Fix these three mistakes to mitigate problems with prefabricated shower pans
Solar
Net Zero Energy: The Ultimate Z.E.N. Home's Solution for Solar
The Ultimate Zero Energy Now Home takes a holistic approach to optimizing investments in renewable solar energy at production scale
Sales + Marketing Best Practices
5 Expert Tips on Filming Effective Property Tours
A video home tour can either make or break a listing, especially now when so many potential buyers and renters have no other option. Rodolfo…
Sales + Marketing Best Practices
How to Communicate in a Crisis
Community action, a clear brand voice, and empathetic communication are key tactics to let people know where you stand and what to expect
Quality Matters
Achieving Comfort Above the Garage
Rooms built over garages require special attention to ensure efficiency and the desired level of comfort
Healthy Homes
Net Zero Energy: The Ultimate Z.E.N. Home's Indoor Air Quality System
The Ultimate Zero Energy Now Home stretches the boundaries of a fully integrated indoor air quality system to address health concerns
