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2010 Remodeler of the Year Revealed
Professional Remodeler magazine’s 2010 Remodeler of the Year has earned the distinction due to the way it has handled the challenges and the plan the company has going into the future.

Best of the Best Design Award Winners
A panel of expert remodelers and designers sorted through hundreds of projects to pick the very best the industry has to offer.

5 Ways Remodelers Can Manage Leads for Growth
Here are 5 tips on how you can successfully manage the job leads coming into your office, and get the most out of them.

What You Need to Know About New Lead Paint Rules
Here's what remodelers need to know about lead-safe work practices as defined by the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program Rule

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Five Interior Design Trends for 2010
Advance Design Studio Defines the Latest Looks from Everything from Colors to Cabinetry

NARI Announces Regional Winners of the 2010 CotY Awards
See the winners list. Entries this year reflected the homeowner’s desire to tailor their space to create a family sanctuary.

Survey Uncovers What Consumers Think About Being Green
The majority of consumers want to live "green" but only if it is convenient to their lifestyle.

Nearly 90 Percent of Contractors Say Industry Will Not Recover in 2010
Construction outlook finds stimulus lone bright spot

10 Tax Tips for Contractors and Home Builders
With 2010 ushering in a very uncertain tax climate, construction contractors should keep in mind these tax tips from Grant Thornton

National Housing Quality Executive Council Launched
New council brings together more than two dozen of the housing industry’s best minds

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2010 NHQ Awards: Simonini Builders, Wayne Homes Net Gold, Silver
Learn how this year's winners' processes, company culture and communication net NHQ success
Zweig Letter Announces 2009 Hot Firm List
Top 10 Green Products of 2003
Turnaround Artist
It All Adds Up to Zero
The Greening of Main Street
Forest City: Stapleton, Denver

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SUPPLY CHAIN CONNECTIONS - Glenn Singer
A Successful Builder Strategy Will Require a Long-Term Commitment
February 8, 2010

In my last article I talked about the importance of a manufacturer broadeni... More

THE PRODUCT GUY - Nick Bajzek
R-26 Walls and R-52 Roofs with Ray-Core’s SIPs
February 8, 2010

I know R-values aren’t the only thing you need to be concerned about ... More

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How Architects Can Provide Foundation for Remodeling Projects
This article focuses on the important role that architects play in the remodeling process and how it helps the homeowner and the remodeler.
Survey Finds More Homeowners Willing to Remodel in 2010
A recent survey of homeowners by RemodelorMove.com finds the percentage of people looking to take on remodeling projects in 2010 has increased. Take a look at the details.
Forecast Calls for Remodeling Activity Boost
Forecasters say the home improvement and fix-up business should pick up this year after a 25 percent slide in activity since 2007. Here’s the scoop on that.
How to Help Consumers Weatherize Homes, Gain Rebates
A weatherization program that created jobs while it made homes more energy-efficient worked in Minnesota - and can be one model for successful programs in other states. Here’s a look at how "Project ReEnergize" works.
Green Focus Turns Toward Renovating
In this case study, a Civil War-era home on Capitol Hill is retrofit to bring it up to LEED Platinum-level standards. Renovating this particular residence required working in a difficult physical environment, as well as meeting high regulatory standards. Here’s how they made it happen.
Radon Gas Identified as Leading In-Home Threat
Recent reports show that radon gas is responsible for approximately 20,000 deaths in the U.S. each year, and the EPA says that over 8 million U.S. homes have dangerous levels of radon gas.