Anchorage, AK

Posted on
Sales Manager Project File Review

This checklist helps the sales manage ensure that the project file is complete before it is passed to production. More

Posted on
Cool roofs become a roofing hot button

A recent article in the popular press takes to task the energy-saving claims of cool roofing. Yet it's hard not to see the brazen denouncements of cool roofing put forth here as a ploy to maintain the market for dark-colored single-ply roofing. While it's true the energy savings are limited in cooler climates, the benefits of installing reflective roofing extend beyond energy savings, and only in the very coldest of U.S. cities (e.g. Anchorage, Alaska) should cool roofs be avoided. More

Posted on
Dealer Advantage: The Pluses of Being a Cabinet Dealer

Remodelers who are cabinet dealers can help meet the needs of price-sensitive consumers. More

Posted on
Kitchens and Baths Still Offer Strong Value

In a down economy, homeowners are cautious about remodeling, but they realize that kitchens and baths are still good investments. More

Posted on
Becoming a Cabinet Dealer

Cutting out the middleman and becoming a cabinet dealer can mean more control over the process, an addiitional profit center for your company, and more choices for your clients. More

Posted on
ServiceMagic Reveals National and Regional Home Improvement Trends

Homeowners and service providers are optimistic about 2009 as survey identifies drivers behind home improvement projects. More

Posted on
Q+A: Rain or Shine

Proper clothing is absolutely crucial for us. We wear lots of layers and insulated “bunny boots” that are good to 50 below. We buy chemical foot-warmers and glove-warmers by the case and provide these on jobsites. We also give everyone a set of ice cleats for working on slippery areas. More

Posted on
Taylored Construction: Elaine and Larry Taylor

After 30 years in the business, Elaine and Larry Taylor (Big50 1987) of Taylored Construction are in the process of selling their Anchorage, Alaska, company to their children. Elaine and Larry will maintain a 10% share in the company. More

Posted on
Estimating Basics for Remodelers

Accurate job-cost information and a thorough estimating checklist help this successful remodeler win jobs that make money. More

Posted on
Taking Care of Business

Hands-on tips for running a successful construction company. More

RSS
Close X