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February 2010

Column

Remodelers need to get ready for the new lead paint laws

Is one number from one system good enough to measure customer satisfaction? Here's a roundup of the pros and cons that have industry experts buzzing.

Feature

Broken chain

Even before the housing market downturn, the building products supply chain was going through a period of what could charitably be called "change." Uncharitably, it could be called bedlam. Consolidation was rampant. Chief among the players was...

Corner Office: A Successful Family Business Transition

Here's how extensive planning helped the leaders of Westhill Design/Build pass control of the firm from one generation to the next.

Decking markets hit hard in 2009

Though 2009 was a down year for most decking material manufacturers, some market segments, particularly cPVC boards, fared better than others. Still, top manufacturers are expecting more industry consolidations

How Remodelers Can Help Clients Find Financing

Financing for home remodeling has never been harder to obtain. Here's what you can do to make it easier for your clients.

Put it in Your Pocket

Pocket doors and large-span openings have regained some of their popularity. Installation times for pocket and accordion doors have slashed thanks to improvements in hardware from the manufacturing side

Remodelers expect lead paint rules to be major challenge

Remodelers are getting ready to deal with the challenges of the new EPA lead paint regulations.

Remodeling Forecast: Modest Recovery for 2010

Economists predict we've hit the bottom for remodeling and should see a market recovery in 2010

News

3-D PDFs Bring Proposals to Life

By converting models to three-dimensional PDF files, planning service provider and building information modeling (BIM) consultants CG Visions have enabled their clients to collaborate on designs, mark up digital drawings and make notations on...

An Update on Home Star (aka Cash for Caulkers)

The Home Star program — otherwise known as "Cash for Caulkers" — looks to be edging closer to reality.

Best of the Blogs

How Remodelers Can Organize Teams Around Profitable Projects

What differentiates uniquely successful teams however is their ability to leverage their exceptional players while holding the team as a whole accountable.

New Opportunity to Showcase Energy Value in Existing Homes

In addition to new homes, the EnergyValue Housing Award (EVHA) program will also provide an opportunity for builders and remodelers to showcase the energy-efficiency upgrades.

Reed Construction Media launches the National Housing Quality Executive Council

Top remodelers and builders to help guide editorial

Tax Tips for Contractors

Contractors who reduce their liability can protect themselves against increasing taxes and income assessments by the IRS.

Product Review

AGC Glass Company

American Standard

Atlas Block

Bosch Power Tools & Accessories

CertainTeed

Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies

Hafele America Co.

Hilti

Lincoln Wood Products

MAPEI Americas/Polyglass

Meyda Custom Lighting

Milwaukee

Mullican

Nora Lighting

Novellini

Oliveri / Tasman Sinkware

Platinum Tools

Rheem

Royal Adhesives and Sealants

Skil

ThermoSoft

Velux

Video Mount Products

Weather Shield Windows & Doors

Wedi

West Chester Holdings

Wilsonart

Wisdom Audio

QA

Business Metrics that Matter to Remodelers

There are plenty of numbers available to remodelers in their businesses, but how do you know which ones matter? Professional Remodeler talked to remodelers Bill Asdal and Bob Peterson about how they make the most of their data.

Preacher of Housing Sustainability

The founder of Architecture 2030 talked to Professional Remodeler about the 2030 Challenge and the opportunities for remodelers as the government offers more incentives to homeowners for reducing energy consumption.

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Professional Remodeler's 2013 Market Leaders

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15 design trends for kitchens & baths

With demand for custom design, remodeling, and renovations at its highest level since 2005, ...

Project Spotlight: Kitchen countered

Normandy Remodeling converts confined kitchen into sprawling galley.

5 bathroom design trends for 2013

Each year, the National Kitchen and Bath Association surveys its members to identify the latest...

6 kitchen design trends for 2013

Each year, the National Kitchen and Bath Association surveys its members to identify the latest...

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