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
How To
How to Hone Your Skills at Bid Analysis
Use this formula to select the right trade contractors with more confidence and less risk
Construction Quality
10 Common Subflooring Installation Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them
A refresher on mistakes to avoid when installing subflooring
6 Keys to Green Market Gold
Seattle-based consultant and rater Tadashi Shiga shares six lessons he's learned working with the nation's top…
How to Retire to the 'Burbs
For empty nesters and downsizers moving to the suburbs, considering the…
How To
An RFQ Checklist for Greater Efficiency and Better Margins
A well-prepared request for quotation eases anxiety and goes a long way toward minimizing project delays and cost overruns. Here’s the scope
Quality Matters
How to Avoid Drywall Problems From Truss Uplift
Warranty service calls and related costs to fix drywall cracks and nail pops are easily avoided by getting a few simple details right when installing trusses
Quality Matters
The Drip Cap. Essential? Absolutely
Ignoring the proper specifications and installation of this little strip of metal can cause big problems
