Issue Contents

March 2010

Column

Professional Remodeler Editor in Chief Jonathan Sweet reminds remodelers the recession will end -- and they should be prepared.

Feature

AFCI adoption spreads, misconceptions linger

The 2008 National Electrical Code adoption for arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) has generally been going well. The 2008 NEC has been adopted without any amendment to arc faults in 34 states. Last September, the North Carolina Building Code...

Contractors talk K&B trends

Corner Office: Father & Son Construction Surviving in the Motor City

This month's Corner Office features Father & Son Construction in Detroit

Executive Insight: The Pros and Cons of Handyman Work

This month's Executive Insight answers a remodeler's question about whether or not a handyman division is a good idea.

Exterior projects still popular in downturn

Homeowners are continuing to invest in the exteriors of their homes and many remodelers are doing pricier exterior projects than they were a year ago, according to the latest Professional Remodeler research.

Green Grows in Popularity, but Challenges Persist, Research Shows

More remodelers and consumers are buying into the sustainability trend than in past years, but there’s also still a healthy amount of skepticism about “green” remodeling. That’s according to our third Professional...

Outdoor Living: The State of the Great Escape

Professional Remodeler examines the outdoor living trends in each part of the country

Remodeling Companies that are Bucking the Trend

The last few years have been an unprecedented challenge for most remodeling firms. Some companies, though, have found a way to thrive. Professional Remodeler profiles six firms that are making it work.

News

How Remodelers Can Avoid Green Fatigue

It's easy for your clients to tune out your green building message. Here's how remodelers can stay fresh.

Strategic Planning: Prepping for Future Challenges and Opportunities

As part of a new regular feature in Professional Remodeler, we’ll be tapping the insights of our National Housing Quality Executive Council in monthly roundtables. This month, Editor in Chief Jonathan Sweet talks to four members of our council –...

Product Review

American Standard

Behr

Bosch

Broan Solar-Powered Attic Ventilator

Bulbrite

Caroma

Cikel

Clopay

Cooper Lighting

Crossville

Delta

Generac

Gerber

Green Choice Flooring

Lutron

Milwaukee

On-Q

Paslode

Ply Gem

Propex

Rheem Prestige Series

Ridgid

Roxul

Tate

USG

What’s New in Alternative Materials

QA

Successful trade contractor partnerships

Having good relationships with trade contractors is more important than ever. Professional Remodeler’s Tom Swartz talked to remodeler Stephen Hann and roofing contractor Steve Waggoner about making the most of trade contractor relationships.

The 'Great Game' of the Remodeling Business

Top business coach Bill Fotsch shares his insights on making the economics of remodeling come alive to your employees

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Professional Remodeler's 2013 Market Leaders

Professional Remodeler’s annual Market Leaders list, which identifies the top...

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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