October 2000
Feature
Jack Philbin, CR and president of Philbin Construction & Remodeling purchases about $6,000 in tools each year.
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Analytic Purpose [2]
Since winning the National Remodeling Quality Award five years ago, Neil Kelly in Portland, Ore., has been listed as one of the best companies to work for in Oregon and has been given a local Better Business Bureau award.
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Bright Ideas [3]
Dale Crisp, owner of Kendale Inc., has no shortage of great ideas for small ways to improve his remodeling business -- his employees provide them.
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Building Boom [4]
A hot market causes trade contractor problems for a Houston remodeler, but he saves the project and betters the company’s systems as a result.
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n late July, the U.S. Census Bureau confirmed what many remodelers had already suspected—that the remodeling market is much larger than previous statistical research suggested.
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Chuck Russell secures success for his company by developing a business plan in-house.
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More than a construction project, Model reMODEL 2000 demonstrates the best in the remodeling industry through meaningful partnerships and remodeling expertise.
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Communication between remodeler and customer is made easy with Dear Homeowner: A Book of Customer Service Letters, by Carol Smith.
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What is it about the $140 billion-a-year remodeling industry that keeps it from being acknowledged as a premier business?
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Green Buyers [10]
Green building is reaching into the heart of America. In an amazingly short time, the American consumer has become increasingly aware of green building and its inherent benefits.
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Hardwood Flooring [11]
Bolder colors, distinctive wood species and more design options add to timeless appeal.
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For quick answers to tax questions, the IRS offers online advice targeted to smaller businesses.
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Two new versions of an industry leading book can help builders and remodelers reinforce their warranty programs.
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Two new versions of an industry leading book can help builders and remodelers reinforce their warranty programs.
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NRQ 2001 [14]
Remodelers who understand remodeling quality know that it’s much more than excellence in construction.
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Office Upgrade [15]
David Foster takes a business solution a step further, creating a remodeler-specific software package.
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Old Homes Restored [16]
Since the premiere of 'This Old House' on public television in 1978, American television viewers can’t seem to get their fill of shows about the structures we live in and call home.
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Rebuilding History [17]
Remodelers who use modern construction practices for historic restoration projects can do more harm than good.
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Today’s consumers undertaking remodeling projects are relying primarily on the advice of a friend, relative or neighbor in their search for a contractor.
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The U.S. Census Bureau has made substantial upward revisions dating back to 1984 to its C-50 data series, Expenditures for Improvements and Repairs of Residential Properties.
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Rewards of Awards [20]
The Bainbridge Crew of Charlotte, N.C., earned $7 million last year and plans to surpass that amount in 2000.
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The Human Version [21]
Consumers turn to the Internet every day to research and gather more and more information.
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Seniors’ housing is a hot business. The building industry relies on changing needs to create demand.
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Product Review
Archway Systems [23]
VersaCAD 2000 for Windows utilizes intuitive, straightforward interface and features resulting in quick production drawings.
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Bryant [24]
DuraGuard coil guard withstands damage from inclement weather and incidental hits.
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North River Mint [26]
Unusual flapper and geometric knobs bring a taste of the "Roaring Twenties" to any high-end kitchen.
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Pittsburgh Corning [27]
Do-It-Yourself system offers quick and easy installation of glass block.
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Powers Fasteners [28]
Improved bit design provides up to 27 percent greater drilling speeds.
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Protimeter [29]
MMS Moisture Measurement System incorporates pin type, non-invasive and Thermo-hygrometers in one easy to use instrument.
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